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Dusit sees 20% revenue bump
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 01/02/2012
» The local hotel-management company Dusit International sees bright prospects for Thailand's tourism industry this year, especially in the meetings and incentive business.
Yingluck stands behind industry pledge
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 31/01/2012
» Private tourism operators will meet to brainstorm a draft long-term strategy by the end of next month after Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra committed herself to paying serious attention to developing the sector.
Miracle Thailand to the rescue
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 30/01/2012
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry will kick off its "Miracle Thailand Year" campaign in April after postponing it from last month due to the massive flooding.
Tourism industry jittery
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 09/01/2012
» Domestic political uncertainty will likely return as a major risk to tourism in 2012, as many believe the way that Yingluck Shinawatra's administration is managing the country will trigger a fresh round of political violence.
Outbound travel set to prosper
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 20/09/2010
» The baht's appreciation has hurt many business sectors, but outbound tourism will probably receive a windfall as expenses of Thais travelling abroad decline.
Samui hotelier thrives on green strategy
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 16/08/2010
» Going green can help small hotels survive in a tough market, says Suparerk Thongsuk, deputy managing director of Fair House Villas & Spa on Koh Samui.
Martha part of TAT revival plan
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 25/06/2010
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will spend 10 million baht to enlist the American household diva Martha Stewart to film her TV programmes in Thailand in September to promote the country to international visitors.
Tourism targets Thai market
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 06/05/2010
» Tourism operators are shifting their focus to the domestic market to survive until the next high season at year-end.
Pattaya takes action to ensure smooth run of music festival
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 05/03/2010
» Pattaya City is ready to deal with any possible political incident affecting the 9th Pattaya International Music Festival 2010 scheduled for March 19-21, says Mayor Itthiphol Kunplume.
Museums lag global standards
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 05/01/2010
» Thai museums must meet international standards with their presentation and promotions to attract more local and international tourists, says Pichet Turongkinanon, managing director of the museum specialist C-Mex.