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Perception boost needed in China
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 06/09/2023
» The new Thai government is being urged to cooperate with Beijing before enacting a visa-free scheme for Chinese visitors.
B300 tourism fee remains in limbo
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 24/05/2023
» The new government is expected to decide the fate of the 300-baht tourism fee, which remains uncertain because of roadblocks from unclear implementation.
Tourism singled out for big rebound
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 08/12/2022
» Thai tourism should see a big recovery next year as airline capacity increases, while hotel operators are urging the government to bridge the income gap between large and small hotels, according to a forum held on Wednesday.
Tourism fund meant to aid state agencies
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 17/11/2023
» The tourism fund derived from collecting fees from foreign tourists would primarily be reserved for state agencies for tourism development, rather than private sector soft loans, according to the organisers.
Lower hopes for Phuket
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/06/2021
» The Phuket sandbox tourism scheme faces a chaotic approval process as the government is still struggling to fine-tune the balance between public health and the economy.
Penalties for tourists who break rules
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 29/06/2021
» There will be penalties for people who break their 14-day mandatory stay in Phuket as the provincial government has been given full authority to impose a fine or withdraw quarantine-free privilege from tourists.
B300 entry fee scheduled for June start
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/01/2023
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry is preparing to collect a 300-baht tourism fee from all foreign passport holders visiting Thailand by June, while expatriates can ask for a refund at a later date.
Costumes at temples ignites trend
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 15/05/2024
» Temples and palaces in Bangkok have attracted more foreign visitors, bolstered by the rising popularity of dressing in Thai costumes among Asian tourists, with a recent viral video clip showing groups of male travellers dressed in female attire.
Call to renew levy on tourists
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 02/05/2024
» Tourism operators are urging the new tourism minister to resume the plan to collect a 300-baht fee from tourists because it is not considered an obstacle to arrivals.
Call for tourism buffer zone
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 24/04/2024
» Tourism operators in Rayong have called for buffer zones to clearly separate industrial areas from tourism areas as the chemical warehouse explosion in the province this week could have a negative impact similar to two previous oil leaks.