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TAT ready to welcome Muslim visitors
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 02/03/2015
» Thai tourism operators are urged to woo Muslim visitors as many markets in Europe are likely to shrink this year as a result of the EU's economic problems.
TAT jittery over crisis in euro zone
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 25/02/2015
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is concerned the lingering economic downturn in Europe will affect tourism arrival and revenue targets this year.
Focus on quality, not just numbers
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 19/02/2015
» The government and tourism-related organisations are being urged to focus on quality and income rather than arrivals.
Russian downturn dragging down arrivals figure
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 29/01/2015
» The economic downturn in Russia is affecting Thai tourism, with Thailand now expected to miss this year's international tourist arrival target of 29.5 million.
TAT bets on allure of the North
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 26/01/2015
» Nan, Lampang and Phetchabun — three growing tourist destinations — will spearhead efforts to boost tourism in the North and generate over 100 billion baht revenue this year.
Strong push for tourism gains
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 08/01/2015
» The government has assigned the Tourism and Sports Ministry to push for a serious recovery in tourism this year and to develop tourism quality in the future.
Target for New Year surpassed
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 07/01/2015
» Tourism revenue during the New Year holidays reached more than 10 billion baht, surpassing the target of 9.3 billion baht, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Ministry to upgrade Koh Phangan
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 22/12/2014
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry plans to zone tourism on Koh Phangan and upgrade the island's image from that of the notorious full moon party destination.
Party's on in Bangkok for New Year
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 19/12/2014
» Bangkok is the world's 10th most popular destination among global travellers looking for a place to celebrate the New Year holiday, says TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site.
Scenic Pai ways
Business, Chadamas Chinmaneevong, Published on 15/12/2014
» The hit Chinese comedy Lost in Thailand (2012) made Chiang Mai a hot destination for tourists from China, and now it is weaving its spell to revive the fortunes of Mae Hong Son province, particularly Pai district.