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Phuket nightspot operators want crackdown on illegal operations
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/01/2026
» With the recent bribery case regarding entertainment operators in Phuket resurfacing, the private sector urged a crackdown on illegal operations such as staying open late for nightlife venues as well as unlicensed accommodations, which tarnish the tourist island’s reputation and deprive the government of tax revenue.
Film shoots energise tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/08/2025
» Thailand is reaping benefits from foreign blockbuster film shoots, as Krabi tourism observed a 30% visitor surge at attractions appearing in Jurassic World Rebirth, while the Alien: Earth series, which set a record investment budget, will help promote the nation as a global destination for film shoots and tourism.
Banyan Tree makes a splash in Nakhon Si
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/02/2025
» Real estate and tourism operators are hoping the potential of Nakhon Si Thammarat can draw tourists who prefer tranquillity over bustling beach cities, as the province welcomes its first branded residence, Banyan Tree, in Sichon.
Laguna Phuket predicts higher hotel revenue
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/09/2024
» Laguna Phuket, an integrated resort operator, is expecting a stronger revenue per available room (RevPar) and higher room rates for hotels this year, thanks to rebounding tourism, with the upcoming pipeline and property development majorly targeting luxury and upscale segments.
AWC posts solid bookings, room rates
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 12/10/2023
» SET-listed Asset World Corp (AWC) reported solid bookings and the best daily room and occupancy rates since listing on the stock market, while the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects at least 4 million Chinese arrivals this year.
Economic woes fetter return of Chinese Mice market
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/08/2023
» Chinese exhibitors have rebounded to only half of the level posted in 2019 because of economic woes and limited flights.
Operators express hope post-election
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/05/2023
» Chiang Mai and Phuket tourism operators hope the new government led by the Move Forward Party (MFP) can solve the PM2.5 dust crisis, work to decentralise power, and allocate budget for regional development and restoring tourism competitiveness.
China market poised to surge in Q4
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 17/01/2023
» Luxury hotel operators are expecting the Chinese market to pick up stronger late this year as there were no notable bookings from the mainland in the first quarter.
AirAsia partners with hotels to enhance app
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/10/2022
» Airasia Super App has signed deals with 50 hotel groups from Thailand and three countries in Southeast Asia in an attempt to become the number one travel platform in the region, driven by its 51-million-user database and 100 million plane passengers.