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TAT adjusts strategy to accommodate Chinese
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 28/06/2016
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will adjust its marketing strategies to embrace the growing number of free independent travellers from China and maintain Thailand's position as a top destination for such tourists.
Law amendment stirs unease
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 28/06/2016
» Local tour operators are concerned about the possible impact of a legal amendment that would set a minimum price for tour services.
2016 a good year for travelling abroad
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 14/01/2016
» Thailand's outbound tourism is forecast to grow by 7% to 7.5 million trips this year thanks to high competition among tour operators and lower fuel prices.
TAT forecasts 2016 Russian rebound
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 28/12/2015
» The number of Russian tourist arrivals is expected to bounce back by mid-2016, as Russia's economy will bottom out soon, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Koh Phangan zoning will 'protect island'
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 19/11/2015
» Hotel operators and local people on Koh Phangan have agreed to use their own tourism zoning to control existing activities and screen new developments, especially those by foreign investors, in the future.
TAT plans new foreign offices
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 12/11/2015
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will gradually open five new foreign offices by 2018 to penetrate promising markets and reduce dependence on China.
Chiang Mai revels in year-round boom
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 26/10/2015
» There is no longer a low season for tourism in Chiang Mai, thanks to the influx of Chinese travellers.
Samui hotels hold room rates
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 20/10/2015
» The Tourism Association of Koh Samui (TAKS) forecasts the average hotel room rate on the island will remain stable until 2017 due to fierce competition and supply from illegal accommodation.
Crowded Koh Lan concern for Chinese
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 05/10/2015
» The Thailand-China Tourism Association (TCTA) is worried tourist congestion on Koh Lan will cause security concerns among Chinese visitors.
Chinese still keeping the faith
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 22/09/2015
» Amid concerns that the impact of the Aug 17 Erawan Shrine bombing will not fade away easily, the largest Chinese tourist group ever for Thailand has decided to revisit the country.