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Stronger baht hurts travel
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/04/2026
» The tourism sector could lose 15-17% of revenue if the baht strengthens beyond 30 per US dollar, according to a former governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Thailand eyes Chinese tourism market
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/12/2025
» As political tensions continue to divert Chinese tourists from Japan to other countries, Thai tourism operators are urging authorities to take a more aggressive approach in attracting this market, reinforcing safety perceptions to compete with other Asia-Pacific nations targeting tourists from the mainland.
Regaining a lucrative tourism market
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/09/2025
» According to China Trading Desk, Chinese outbound tourists are estimated to reach 155 million this year, a full resumption compared with pre-pandemic levels.
Dusit International says internal conflict not affecting operations
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/05/2025
» SET-listed Dusit International confirmed that the internal conflict within its major shareholder, Chanut and Children Co, owned by the heirs of the company’s founder, should not impact the company’s operations or lead to a trading suspension on the market.
Northern Thailand tourism operators say Clean Air Act essential
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/03/2025
» Tourism operators in the North urged the government to accelerate issuing the Clean Air Act, as thick smog from neighbouring countries already caused an airline to halt its operations.
New Thai airline focuses on the South
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 04/06/2024
» A new airline founded by a Thai aircraft dealer and technology trading company plans to operate short domestic flights in the South, banking on high-spending local travellers.
Asia-Pacific bookings stable
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/05/2024
» Despite an easing in travel demand, Asia-Pacific is expected to continue to see growth in bookings as we start to see stability in the global market, according to online travel agent Booking.com.
Informa upbeat on outlook
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 01/12/2023
» The sluggish Chinese economy fuelled a strong growth in Chinese exhibitors and buyers who have pivoted to Thailand to seek new trade opportunities, according to exhibition organiser Informa Market.
Russian revolution surprises operators
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 26/11/2022
» An unexpected surge in visitors from the Russian market during the cool season has tourism operators scrambling to cope after supply ground to a halt for several years during the pandemic, says the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).