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Hilton plans 12 Thailand properties
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/12/2025
» Despite headwinds and rising competition leading to a 7% arrivals contraction, global hospitality operator Hilton still perceives Thai tourism as bullish in the long run, with 12 of 66 properties in its Southeast Asia pipeline planned for Thailand.
Tourist arrivals from Kazakhstan targeted for growth
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/12/2025
» Despite a slowdown in visits by tourists from Kazakhstan, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) still targets at least 5% growth next year, coinciding with strong long-haul arrivals that already set a record high of 10 million this year.
Thai AirAsia X outlines plans
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/09/2025
» Thai AirAsia X expects to exit debt rehabilitation by mid-2026, then increase capital by 1 billion baht next year while opening three new routes and planning flights to Europe.
LOT Polish Airlines keen on Thailand
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/08/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hopeful LOT Polish Airlines can commence direct scheduled flights to Thailand for the first time in more than a decade, ferrying Eastern Europeans to its new hub in Southeast Asia.
Army of Chinese travel agents en route to Thailand
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/05/2025
» Thailand’s tourism industry is preparing to welcome 500 Chinese travel agents and media members at the end of this month, hoping to revive a market that has plunged 32% compared with a year ago.
Phuket unfazed by weak Chinese market
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/05/2025
» The sluggish Chinese market should have a short-term impact on Phuket as well as Thailand, as the island can attract other foreign arrivals and long-stay markets, according to Lan Kwai Fong Group, an operator of residential projects in the province.
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.
Privilege Card eager to shift from dependence on Chinese
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/01/2025
» Concerns over foreign scams and human trafficking networks have not affected long-stay tourists, including the Chinese market, according to Thailand Privilege Card Co (TPC), the operator of a long-term residency and perks programme.
Qatar Airways bullish on growth prospects
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/01/2025
» Qatar Airways is optimistic about tourism growth in Southeast Asia, with Thailand remaining a popular destination with a robust load factor.
Minor seeks to double hotel portfolio
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/12/2024
» Minor Hotels plans to double its hotel portfolio to 1,000 within five years, expanding Europe-based NH Hotels in Asia and entering new markets such as Japan and the Philippines.