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Phuket tourism ramps up sustainability drive
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/11/2025
» The pandemic served as a catalyst for tourism operators to re-evaluate their sustainability strategies and implement new initiatives aimed at preserving natural resources and attractions, many of which showed signs of recovery due to periods of reduced tourist activity.
Tourism goes green
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/03/2025
» Tourism is not only a major driver of Thailand’s economy, but also an avenue to transform the country into a sustainable destination for locals and visitors.
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.
Event organisers play both sides
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/08/2024
» Event organisers and venue operators have urged the government to carefully manage the influx of cheap Chinese goods to protect Thai manufacturers.
Dusit suggests more tourism segments
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/03/2024
» To achieve the government's target of 3.5 trillion baht in tourism revenue this year, Thailand needs to attract more segments apart from leisure travellers to compete with other destinations, said Dusit International.
Retail sector still sensitive
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/03/2024
» Despite higher tourist spending and tax incentives to spur purchases, Thailand's retail industry remains fragile, with an influx of substandard goods from China piling pressure on local entrepreneurs.
Go Wholesale expansion to continue
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 20/01/2024
» Central Food Wholesale remains optimistic about the economy and domestic spending power, driven by a thriving tourism industry, as it plans to add seven Go Wholesale outlets in Bangkok and upcountry.
Green tourism on the rise
Life, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 11/10/2023
» Crowded streets, bustling nightlife, and vibrant beach parties: this high season is shaping up well for Thailand, experiencing a surge in international tourists after a three-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Rather than depending heavily on sheer tourist numbers, the pandemic has taught us the importance of slowing down, exploring natural destinations, and allowing environments to recover from reduced capacity, waste, and environmental footprint.
Phuket hotels lack workers
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 15/12/2022
» A stronger occupancy rate and the abrupt surge of the Russian market has Phuket hotels facing a labour shortage during the high season, prompting operators to urge the government to help attract more foreign workers to shore up the market.