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Tourism market gains from China-Japan spat seen limited
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/12/2025
» Amid tensions between China and Japan, Thai tourism might not see an abrupt surge in Chinese arrivals this high season due to limited flight capacity and high competition in the region, while the government has been criticised for failing to address obstacles to tourism.
Phu Kradueng cable car ‘to be ready by 2027’
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/05/2025
» The Ministry of Tourism and Sports insists there will be a cable car operating at Phu Kradueng National Park by 2027 — more than four decades after it was first proposed.
Tax proposal gains support
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/09/2024
» Tourism operators in Pattaya support the tourism and sports minister's plan to provide proper welfare for businesses there if they register in the tax system, as these efforts could help reduce crime and bribery.
Loy Krathong spending set to grow 5%
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/11/2023
» Tourism spending during the Loy Krathong festival this year is expected to grow by 5% to 6.1 billion baht as locals remain cautious about higher living costs, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Phuket hotels keen on demand gains
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/09/2023
» Hotels in Phuket are unfazed by a sluggish European economy and weak British currency, with Laguna Phuket expecting to record its best high season as Chinese tourists return and international travel demand rebounds.
Tourism prospects hang in the balance
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/09/2022
» The weak baht could benefit the tourism industry as foreign purchasing power gains value, though it might not be enough to offset high airfares, according to the Thai Hotels Association (THA).