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Tourists head to eastern provinces despite conflict
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/01/2026
» Eastern provinces recorded an increase in tourist visits last year despite the border conflict with Cambodia, driven by domestic trips, although fewer international tourists put pressure on revenue.
Thai tourism momentum weakening
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/08/2025
» Thailand’s tourism business could be slow for the remainder of the year, as the country faces more intense competition from Vietnam and South Korea, which are offering visa exemptions to more markets, say industry executives.
Association seeks ways to boost Mice arrivals
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/06/2025
» The number of international travellers in the meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (Mice) segment this year is expected to contract from last year, due to US trade and tariff policies and an unsafe image of Thailand, according to the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association (Tica).
Minor Hotels to add 2 new brands to portfolio
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/03/2025
» Minor Hotels is planning to add at least two new brands to its portfolio this year, while upgrading the new master brand identity for the group.
More man-made entertainment magnets in Thailand
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/09/2024
» While Thailand is usually perceived as a "sea, sand and sun" destination, attracting new tourism markets by developing man-made attractions has piqued the interest of the private sector.
IHG keen on hotel conversion in Thailand
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 30/08/2024
» Hotels globally are reporting an increasing conversion rate post-pandemic, particularly from independent hotel owners, according to international chain IHG Hotels & Resorts, which is eager for conversion in Thailand with a new mid-scale brand.
Full belly, happy traveller
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/06/2024
» From jasmine rice to Pad Thai noodles and spicy tom yum soups, Thailand is renowned for its robust agricultural and food products, making it a major exporter worldwide.
Hotels not keen on e-receipt system
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/01/2024
» Hotel operators say the Easy E-Receipt scheme may not benefit the tourism industry, as those who are eligible to use this tax rebate may opt for shopping instead.
Workers to get New Year wage hike
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/09/2023
» Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has pledged to raise the minimum wage to an appropriate level next year, but the benchmark of 400 baht per day would not be applied to all sectors as some, such as tourism, already surpass that threshold.
TAT downplays China woes
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 04/04/2023
» The Tourism Authority (TAT) has played down concerns about monopolised foreign tourism businesses and zero-dollar tours, as long as strict law enforcement and collaboration with Beijing continues, while Thailand is targeting high-value tourists over volume.