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Thailand vows to host 1st Disneyland in region
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 27/03/2026
» The government remains committed to bringing the first Disneyland theme park to Southeast Asia as part of the EEC Capital City project, with potential investors from the Middle East already indicating interest in becoming partners.
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.
Northeastern arrivals dip amid crackdown
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 20/01/2026
» Tourist arrivals through four immigration checkpoints along Thailand's northeastern border fell by half in January, as authorities continue to strictly curb visa runs, while overall arrivals to the country are expected to decline by 18%.
Domestic airfares continue to decrease
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 04/12/2025
» Despite a dispute over expensive airfares to flood-stricken Hat Yai, average domestic ticket prices this year continued to decline, as low-cost carriers fled from underperforming Chinese routes to add domestic flights and avoid competition with state-backed Chinese airlines.
New tourism minister eyes domestic spending
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 26/09/2025
» Thailand’s new tourism and sports minister wants to see the sector return to its healthy pre-pandemic level next year, prioritising budget usage to subsidise local consumption rather than giving handouts to foreign tourists.
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.
Hoteliers take a hit from border clash
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 31/07/2025
» The tourism industry in the seven provinces along the Thai-Cambodian border has been decimated by recent clashes, with a 100% cancellation rate in most areas, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Tourism trade voices unease over pushing casino bill
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 19/06/2025
» With House dissolution looming, tourism operators have warned the government not to rush into the controversial casino legalisation attached to the Entertainment Complex Bill, as it carries a high risk of provoking street protests and jeopardising the fragile tourism industry.
Officials eager to host F1 event
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/06/2025
» Despite a delay in this week's cabinet meeting, the government remains committed to proceeding with an in-depth study of a business model for a Formula 1 (F1) race in Bangkok, with Chatuchak district expected to host a race from 2028.
The lowdown on long-stay visas
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 01/03/2025
» Online debate over granting 60-day visa exemptions for tourists has intensified, fuelled by a string of incidents involving condos in Bangkok being illegally rented out on a daily basis, specifically targeting tourists.