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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.
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.
US visitors to Thailand likely to increase this year
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/10/2025
» Thailand expects nearly 1.2 million tourists from the US next year, continuing a record-breaking trend for the market, which has been boosted by more flights including the return of United Airlines to Bangkok after an 11-year absence.
Phu Kradueng cable car project on track
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/10/2025
» Despite the change in government, the Phu Kradueng cable car project is expected to proceed as scheduled and be completed by late 2027 or early 2028, as construction design firms have already been contracted, according to the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Dasta).
Phuket tourism trade jittery over instability
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/09/2025
» Political instability and persistent border issues continue to impact investor sentiment, making Thailand lose its competitiveness due to delayed infrastructure development and tourism stimulus, according to Phuket tourism operators.
Film shoots energise tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/08/2025
» Thailand is reaping benefits from foreign blockbuster film shoots, as Krabi tourism observed a 30% visitor surge at attractions appearing in Jurassic World Rebirth, while the Alien: Earth series, which set a record investment budget, will help promote the nation as a global destination for film shoots and tourism.
Nok Air rehabilitation proceeding as planned
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/07/2025
» Nok Air expects to exit the rehabilitation process as planned by mid-2028, with less than 400 million baht of debt remaining, and will join the government in offering free domestic air tickets to foreign tourists from September.
Panel calls for new tourism investment
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/07/2025
» Thai tourism should not underestimate rivals in the region, notably Vietnam, which are investing heavily in tourism infrastructure such as high-speed rail as well as new attractions and hotels, said the subcommittee of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee.
Tourism officials wary of Vietnam
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/05/2025
» Tourism operators fear Thailand will lose its position as the top Southeast Asian destination to Vietnam in a few years as the latter reported nearly 50% inbound market growth in March compared with the pre-pandemic period, while Thailand struggles with sluggish growth.
Getting visitors to open wallets
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/12/2024
» Tourism plays a crucial role in Thailand's economy, contributing greatly to the country's GDP. In a bid to stimulate post-pandemic expenditure, the government is gearing up to attract more luxury and high-spending travellers.