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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.
War unlikely to dent Songkran revenue
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 26/03/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) remains confident about its projection of 6% revenue growth tallying 30 billion baht during the Songkran holiday this year, mainly driven by Asian markets.
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.
Call for incentives to lure foreign firms
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 29/08/2024
» SET-listed Asset World Corp (AWC) is urging the government to provide incentives for overseas companies to establish their regional headquarters in Thailand, which could help strengthen the economy during a tough time.
Khao San wants later closing time
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 15/12/2023
» With the new closing time of 4am set to begin on Friday, tourism operators on Khao San Road said it would not have much impact because this area is not included in the zone for extended hours.
Taxi scam damages expo
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 27/05/2023
» Complaints about taxi scams at the THAIFEX exhibition flooded social media on Friday as passengers reportedly were charged 4,000-5,000 baht for trips from Impact Muang Thong Thani in Nonthaburi to Bangkok's city centre.
Pandemic stymies travel aspirations
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 05/05/2021
» Thailand and Japan have had a strong bond in tourism exchange for years -- in 2019, 1.3 million Thais travelled to Japan and 1.8 million Japanese tourists visited Thailand -- but due to the volatility generated by the pandemic in both countries, there are good reasons to believe those good old days will not likely return within this year.
A luxe rescue
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 07/10/2019
» Riding the skytrain in Bangkok, the deeper the rail reaches into the heart of the city, the more high-rise buildings stand shoulder to shoulder. Within a stone's throw, there are several luxury hotel brands, with high price tags to match.