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TAT sees hope in winter flight prospects
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/08/2025
» The 1-million target set for the Middle East and African markets this year remains challenging due to geopolitical conflicts, but Thailand still has opportunities from new flight openings this winter, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Tariffs to hit tourism sentiment
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/04/2025
» The ongoing stock market slump fuelled by US tariffs could impact domestic tourism sentiment for the rest of the year, including next week's Songkran holiday, with fewer last-minute hotel bookings and tour groups.
Tourism Authority of Thailand upbeat on Golden Week
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/10/2024
» Thailand is expecting up to 183,000 Chinese visitors during this year's Golden Week holiday, representing an 88% recovery from 2019, generating 5.1 billion baht revenue, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Cutie 'Moo Deng' woos public to Si Racha, Chon Buri
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/10/2024
» The popularity of pygmy hippo "Moo Deng" has helped boost tourism in Si Racha and Chon Buri during the low season, with stronger tourist flows anticipated in October thanks to the school break.
Sansiri banking on Standard deal to drive profit
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/08/2024
» Selling shares of US-based lifestyle hotel Standard International will drive net profit to reach a new high this year for SET-listed developer Sansiri.
Support key to wooing theme park brands
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/06/2024
» To attract big-name theme park brands such as Disney, Thailand should offer intensive support, including investment incentives and infrastructure development, according to the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA).
Travellers push up demand for rental residences
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/03/2024
» Thailand can expect stronger demand for rental residences, especially from foreign expatriates or young workers who may not be able to afford to purchase a home, according to rental residence developer Homa.
Dusit eyes several new hotels abroad
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/12/2023
» Dusit International plans to open more than 10 new hotels overseas next year, banking on improving travel demand.
Travel demand steady as costs rise
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/10/2023
» With the holiday season approaching, travel packages for both domestic and outbound trips remain steady amid high living costs and economic pressure.
Narai to double portfolio in Asia-Pacific
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/09/2023
» Narai Hospitality Group wants to double its portfolio to at least 26 hotels in Asia-Pacific within 3-5 years, with a diversified scale from budget to luxury driven by robust travel demand.