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Assurance sought on Land Bridge impact
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/09/2025
» Southern tourism operators want the government to ensure the environmental impact will be minimal if it intends to press on with the Land Bridge megaproject, as locals hope the scheme will enhance southern cities' competitiveness and increase household income.
War curbing Israeli tourist arrivals to Thailand
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 20/06/2025
» With the ongoing Israel-Iran war, The growth of the Israeli tourist market in Thailand this year is projected to shrink due to flight disruptions and airfares.
Thailand targets 8 million European tourists in 2025
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/11/2024
» Thailand is targeting 8 million European tourists next year, contributing to a new high of 11 million long-haul visitors, as the Tourism and Sports Ministry pledges to expedite efforts with airlines and ambassadors for a full international flight resumption.
Boom anticipated for top Phuket projects
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/11/2024
» Grade A residential projects in Phuket are valued at 337 billion baht and are expected to grow by 10-20% annually over five years, driven by demand from affluent buyers globally, according to C9 Hotelworks, a hospitality consultancy.
Thailand promotes sustainable city exploration on foot
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/07/2024
» Tourism is a service sector driven by people's proclivity to travel and their consumption habits while travelling. Strolling through a town or city to explore the local attractions and features has become a popular activity among tourists seeking to gain in-depth knowledge about local neighbourhoods.
AAGI focuses on upper-end health plans
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/05/2024
» Allianz Ayudhya General Insurance (AAGI) is planning to grow contributions from health insurance to 40% from 30% within five years, banking on the post-pandemic uptick in health consciousness as displayed by rising medical expenses and new products.
Unlicensed boats face scrutiny
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/12/2023
» Tourism operators are urging the government to improve the alert system and regulate unlicensed boats to prevent marine accidents after numerous boats sank in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand recently.
Hotels face staff shortages
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/10/2023
» Hospitality businesses in popular destinations are dealing with staff shortages, according to Amora Hotels & Resorts, which operates hotels in Thailand and Australia.
Narai to double portfolio in Asia-Pacific
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/09/2023
» Narai Hospitality Group wants to double its portfolio to at least 26 hotels in Asia-Pacific within 3-5 years, with a diversified scale from budget to luxury driven by robust travel demand.
Samui seeks longer stays for Europeans
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/09/2023
» Tourism operators on Koh Samui are urging the government to allow extended stays for European tourists as they believe the proposed visa exemption for Chinese visitors will not benefit the island.