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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.
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.
Japanese visitors remain uncertain
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 02/10/2024
» The recent appreciation of the baht and severe flooding have become crucial factors for the tourism industry for the rest of this year, with the high season approaching quickly.
Knowing how to draw a crowd
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 22/08/2024
» Among international entertainment events in Thailand, fan meetings are some of the most successful, consistently drawing a considerable volume of attendees and attracting organisers to create more events to tap the burgeoning market.
Tourism revenue to miss state target by B500bn
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 06/06/2024
» The most realistic scenario for Thai tourism revenue this year is 3 trillion baht, missing the government goal of 3.5 trillion baht, as many target markets have been hit by an economic downturn, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Agency relies on festivals, large events
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 29/05/2024
» The tourism sector remains robust despite GDP growth of only 1.5% in the first quarter, lower than regional peers, as the industry rebounded faster than other sectors, while the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) plans to keep promoting festivals to maintain income for the whole year.
Figuring out how to entice the Chinese
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 20/09/2023
» China lifted strict travel restrictions more than eight months ago, but the number of visitors to Thailand still lags the previous pace.
Perception boost needed in China
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 06/09/2023
» The new Thai government is being urged to cooperate with Beijing before enacting a visa-free scheme for Chinese visitors.
Tourism making gradual recovery
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 02/12/2022
» The recovery rate of Thai tourism was slower than in neighbouring countries because of a shortage of flights and the absence of key markets such as China, according to leading regional travel tech companies.
Making dreams come true
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 25/07/2022
» Last month Thailand saw a marriage equality bill pass its first reading in parliament, which was regarded as a historic move that could make marriage law applicable to couples across all genders, not only opposite sexes.