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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).
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.
TAT forecasts record level of arrivals from India
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/07/2025
» Despite the recent crash of an Air India aircraft, Indian arrivals remain robust against the sluggish short-haul markets trend, as the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) anticipates a record level of 2.4 million arrivals from the market this year.
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.
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.
Thai Lion Air beefs up fleet, adds routes
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/08/2024
» Thai Lion Air is ramping up its fleet and returning to its routes as tourism demand grows, targeting 6-7 million passengers and a profit for the first time post-pandemic.
Hotels to seek damages from FTI collapse
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/08/2024
» With hotels reporting over 111 million baht in losses from the collapse of the German tour company FTI Group, operators will seek assistance from the German Embassy in Thailand via coordination with the Tourism and Sports Ministry.
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.
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.