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Pop star Lisa appointed ‘Amazing Thailand Ambassador’
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 15/10/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced on Wednesday that pop singer Lalisa “Lisa” Manobal has agreed to serve as “Amazing Thailand Ambassador” for the next 12 months.
TAT hopeful major events can entice 12m foreign arrivals
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/10/2025
» The government plans to attract 12 million foreign arrivals during its four-month tenure, driven by four events: the Amazing Marathon, Maha Loy Krathong 2025, Vijit Chao Phraya Light Festival and Amazing Thailand Countdown.
Vietjet Thailand bullish on prospects for expansion
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/08/2025
» With the largest fleet expansion among low-cost carriers operating in Thailand, Vietjet Thailand is ready to challenge its competitors by opening new routes to popular destinations, targeting 6.7 million passengers and 15 billion baht in revenue this year, resembling the rates recorded last year.
Trip.com says AI, adaptability key to industry's success
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/08/2025
» Embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and adapting quickly to consumer demand is key to thriving in the evolving travel industry, says online travel agent Trip.com.
Sansiri preps 29 projects in Phuket under 5-year plan
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/08/2025
» SET-listed developer Sansiri plans to launch 29 residential projects worth 33 billion baht in Phuket under a five-year plan, driven by new demand from both locals and foreigners.
Phuket hotels go green in hunt for gold
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/07/2025
» Thai tourism is embracing sustainability as a core selling point for travellers, as the industry seeks to ensure its survival in a marketplace where such practices have become the "new normal".
Domestic meetings getting more attention
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/05/2025
» More Thai companies are opting for domestic meetings instead of travelling abroad due to economic uncertainty this year, helping to propel domestic Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) revenue to 86 billion baht from 26 million travellers this year, according to the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB).
Chinese-owned restaurants gain ground in Thailand
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/04/2025
» Thai restaurants are facing greater competition from Chinese-owned restaurants using imported ingredients and serving Chinese tourists, says the chef and owner of Thailand’s first Michelin three-star restaurant.
B10bn revenue target for foreign film shoots
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 15/04/2025
» The Tourism Department has raised its target for revenue from foreign film production in Thailand this year to 10 billion baht from 7.5 billion, helped by offers of a 30% cash rebate incentive to lure large productions.
Bangkok Airways keen on passenger numbers
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/03/2025
» Bangkok Airways is aiming for a post-pandemic high of 4.7 million passengers this year, based on optimism about Thai tourism driven by interest in HBO's The White Lotus TV series.