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Reviving the Chinese tourist market in Thailand
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 28/09/2025
» Chinese tourist arrivals to Thailand have dropped sharply this year, testing the new government's ability to restore confidence in what was once the country's largest tourism market before the pandemic.
Cuts to tourism subsidy programme upset hoteliers
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 30/05/2025
» Thai hotel operators are disappointed that eligibility for the domestic tourism co-payment promotion has been halved to 500,000 room nights, which they say is insufficient to provide a boost during the low season.
Private firms to help MotoGP
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 12/04/2025
» Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong shared an update on the renewal of the contract for Thailand to host the MotoGP Grand Prix event, calling for more involvement from the private sector.
PM wants to see pre-Covid tourism total soon
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 11/04/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expects Thailand will soon welcome 40 million foreign visitors a year, matching pre-Covid levels.
Big concerts 'will lift tourism'
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 16/10/2024
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra now wants Thailand to secure an exclusive concert deal with a world-class artist as part of a new plan to promote the kingdom as an even more popular destination with international tourists.
Tourists get AI-driven help to plan itineraries, check out top spots
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 11/08/2024
» The government has launched the "Amazing Thailand 365 Days" campaign aimed at using digital platforms to promote domestic tourism throughout the year.
Tourism buoyant again, reports govt
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 10/08/2024
» The government expects the tourism industry to generate about 2.8 trillion baht in revenue for the country this year, with the number of foreign tourists expected to total nearly 38 million, said government spokesman Chai Wacharonke.
Govt denies tourists deserting attractions
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 16/07/2024
» Government spokesman Chai Wacharonke debunked as fake news on social media reports that Cha-am Beach and Amphawa Floating Market are being abandoned by tourists, saying tourists can still be found at both as usual, and at least 50% of local hotel rooms are usually occupied.
Foreign tourist arrivals jump 38% in first 5 months
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 06/06/2024
» Nearly 15 million foreign tourists visited Thailand during the first five months of this year, up 38% from the same period last year, with those from China topping the table, government spokesman Chai Wacharonke said on Thursday.
PM pedals fresh air of Kung Bang Kachao as city money-spinner
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 02/06/2024
» The government plans to promote Kung Bang Kachao in Samut Prakan as an ecotourism destination to attract high-end tourists, says Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.