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Operators unfazed by Mideast situation
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/04/2024
» Tourism operators view the Israel-Iran conflict and Dubai floods as having a short-term impact on long-haul arrivals, while outbound tourists remain hesitant about visiting the region amid the ongoing conflict.
Europeans drive up room rates in the South
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/02/2024
» Longer stays from European guests helped drive room revenue in the first quarter in southern provinces, as room rates set a new record despite a small number of Chinese tourists.
Hotels not keen on e-receipt system
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/01/2024
» Hotel operators say the Easy E-Receipt scheme may not benefit the tourism industry, as those who are eligible to use this tax rebate may opt for shopping instead.
Pot law won't blunt arrivals
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 10/01/2024
» Tourism operators say the new cannabis and hemp draft law prohibiting recreational use could lead to dispensaries closing down, but it wouldn't affect the overall tourism industry as hemp is not a major draw for foreign tourists.
Tourist trap
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/11/2023
» The pandemic has made every country realise their economies cannot thrive with closed borders.
Tourism faces rivals in China campaign
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/11/2023
» The Thai tourism industry is unfazed by more intense competition from other countries also offering visa exemptions to Chinese visitors as Thailand still claims the largest market share from the mainland and expenditure has risen per trip, says the Tourism and Sports Ministry.
Krabi tourism struggles with flight shortage
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/11/2023
» Luxury tourists are travelling less but spending more money, while Krabi tourism is struggling with a shortage of international flights, particularly from China, according to Pimalai Resort and Spa, a hotelier operating on Koh Lanta.
Phuket hotels keen on demand gains
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/09/2023
» Hotels in Phuket are unfazed by a sluggish European economy and weak British currency, with Laguna Phuket expecting to record its best high season as Chinese tourists return and international travel demand rebounds.
Samui seeks longer stays for Europeans
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 13/09/2023
» Tourism operators on Koh Samui are urging the government to allow extended stays for European tourists as they believe the proposed visa exemption for Chinese visitors will not benefit the island.
PM puts Phuket project back on agenda
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/08/2023
» The international convention centre project in Phuket, which has been pending for several years, could be revived as the prime minister pledged to consider the proposal in order to boost the local economy.