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Poland leads Central Europe thrust
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 19/03/2026
» With global travel in turmoil due to operational disruptions in Middle Eastern aviation hubs, a new direct flight from Europe to Thailand is set to launch, paving the way for Thai tourism in the economically promising Central European region for the first time in decades.
World Cup set to provide major economic boost
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 24/12/2025
» Among the world's largest events, the Fifa World Cup attracts a massive global audience, extending far beyond the 48 countries competing for the trophy.
Better use of state agency meeting budget could help hotels
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 07/10/2025
» Thai hotel operators have applauded the finance minister’s decision to accelerate use of the 10-billion-baht meeting and seminar budget for government agencies, although they would prefer the stimulus to begin in May next year to cushion the low-season impact.
Dusit Thani family feud escalates
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 27/08/2025
» The rift between the heirs of the founder of SET-listed Dusit Thani is now a dispute between two of the largest hospitality companies in Thailand.
Dusit chief has investors expecting a 2025 rebound
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 14/06/2025
» SET-listed Dusit International has convinced its investors of a more positive outlook for this year, expecting to generate 16 billion baht in revenue from Dusit Residence transfers and reduced interest burdens.
Tour firm seeks to restore China market
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 11/06/2025
» With Chinese arrivals plummeting by 32.7% in the first five months, a major Chinese travel agency has proposed strategies to weather the crisis of confidence in Thailand and China's economic slowdown, while emphasising that casinos may not be the right solution to restore this market.
Bonanza likely if booze curbs lifted, says industry group
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 20/02/2025
» Lifting the ban on afternoon alcohol sales in Thailand could help bring another 50-100 billion baht into the economy, particularly from foreign tourists, say industry executives.
Chiang Mai takes on air quality challenge
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 30/01/2025
» As tourism operators in Chiang Mai brace for the smog season over the coming months, they hope the pollution will be less severe this year than in previous years.
Japan remains preferred destination for New Year holiday
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 06/11/2024
» A large number of Thai tourists are preparing to take overseas trips during the New Year holiday, with the load factor for flights to Japan surging higher than normal.
Unravelling the allure of Japan to Thais
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/09/2024
» The number of tourist arrivals to Japan this year consistently hit record highs, with more than 3 million visitors to the country per month from March to July.