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Stronger baht hurts travel
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/04/2026
» The tourism sector could lose 15-17% of revenue if the baht strengthens beyond 30 per US dollar, according to a former governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
AirAsia still confident despite price pressures
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 31/03/2026
» AirAsia says soaring airfares are inevitable amid the Middle East conflict and oil crisis, but it remains confident about travel demand across its network and vows to maintain affordable airfares as much as possible.
Airlines reluctant to hike fares during Songkran
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/03/2026
» Amid subdued demand from long-haul visitors, airlines are reluctant to increase domestic airfares during the upcoming Songkran holidays, with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) reporting no abnormal surge in fares over the period despite higher fuel prices.
Hostel association targets reform and growth
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/03/2026
» The Hostel and Small Accommodation Association (Thailand) has urged the new government to continue pushing for a new accommodation act for small hotels, but strongly opposes allowing condo units to be registered as legal lodging.
Tourism Authority of Thailand invests B30m to revamp app
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/02/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has invested 30 million baht to revamp its Amazing Thailand app to support seamless travel for inbound tourists, aiming to reach its goal of 3 trillion baht in tourism revenue this year.
Shorter visa-free stays on the cards
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 12/02/2026
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry insists the government's plan to reduce visa‑free stays from 60 days should not impact tourism, as most foreign tourists on average stay for less than a month.
Push for policy to lift competitiveness
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/02/2026
» With the Bhumjaithai Party expected to lead the government for a full four-year term with a high degree of stability, tourism operators are urging the government to focus on long-term investment rather than short-term stimulus in order to compete with regional rivals such as Vietnam.
Tourism Authority of Thailand banking on Muay Thai Festival
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 03/02/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is optimistic about sports tourism growth this year as it hosts the Amazing Muay Thai Festival this week, expecting more than 18,000 visitors.
TAT banking on new campaigns
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/01/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) targets restoring tourism revenue to 3 trillion baht this year from 36.7 million foreign visitors and 210 million domestic trips, looking to new festivals, expanded flight services and the global "Amazing Thailand Ambassador" campaign.
Phuket nightspot operators want crackdown on illegal operations
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/01/2026
» With the recent bribery case regarding entertainment operators in Phuket resurfacing, the private sector urged a crackdown on illegal operations such as staying open late for nightlife venues as well as unlicensed accommodations, which tarnish the tourist island’s reputation and deprive the government of tax revenue.