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Chiang Mai tourism weathers the storm
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/09/2025
» Typhoon Ragasa has yet to significantly affect tourism in Chiang Mai because it is still low season, with flash floods occurring only in certain areas for a short period, and operators in the area more concerned about the strong baht steering short-haul tourists towards Vietnam.
Community-based tourism on the rise
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/06/2025
» Local communities continue to be a critical stakeholder in the Thai tourism supply chain.
Long-haul tourist market unfazed by Mideast war
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 18/05/2024
» War in the Middle East has not disrupted the flow of long-haul travellers, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Krabi calls for more investment in water
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/05/2024
» Tourism operators in Krabi are requesting long-term water supply investment as the southern province lacks sufficient reservoirs and efficient management to deal with a future that could feature longer droughts.
Operators unfazed by Mideast situation
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/04/2024
» Tourism operators view the Israel-Iran conflict and Dubai floods as having a short-term impact on long-haul arrivals, while outbound tourists remain hesitant about visiting the region amid the ongoing conflict.
Mae Hong Son eyes rainy season revival
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/03/2024
» With tourism bookings plunging in Mae Hong Son amidst heavy smog and flight cancellations, the province is hoping to revive the market during the rainy season, with higher expenditure to compensate for losses during the hot season.
TAT gloomy on prospects for Mother's Day holiday
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/08/2023
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects domestic tourism to slow during the Mother's Day holiday this weekend because of economic constraints.
Long holiday benefitting some operators
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/07/2023
» The abrupt announcement of an extra holiday this weekend will benefit domestic tourism within the same region, but most would-be tourists would still prefer to keep their savings rather than travel.
Phuket tourism set to take a bigger hit
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/05/2023
» Foreign arrivals to Phuket may plunge to a lower than expected level during the upcoming low season, due largely to the slowdown of the Chinese market and the bankruptcy of an Indian airline.
River tubing gets TAT's seal of approval
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 25/02/2023
» With foreign tourists flocking to Pai district in Mae Hong Son province in search of adventure activities, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed the safety of the inner tubes floating on the Pai River and their low impact on local communities and the environment.