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Better use of state agency meeting budget could help hotels
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 07/10/2025
» Thai hotel operators have applauded the finance minister’s decision to accelerate use of the 10-billion-baht meeting and seminar budget for government agencies, although they would prefer the stimulus to begin in May next year to cushion the low-season impact.
Tourism Authority of Thailand to press on with free tickets
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 05/09/2025
» Though the 200,000 free domestic flight tickets scheme is still awaiting cabinet approval, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has pledged to continue promoting the scheme even if the government changes.
Hoteliers take a hit from border clash
Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 31/07/2025
» The tourism industry in the seven provinces along the Thai-Cambodian border has been decimated by recent clashes, with a 100% cancellation rate in most areas, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Travel subsidy fails to attract Thais
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/07/2025
» The tourism and sports minister says the number of local tourists using co-payment privileges was lower than expected for the first 10 days of the scheme despite 1.58 million registrants, as travel sentiment may be unfavourable due to economic conditions.
Tour firm seeks to restore China market
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 11/06/2025
» With Chinese arrivals plummeting by 32.7% in the first five months, a major Chinese travel agency has proposed strategies to weather the crisis of confidence in Thailand and China's economic slowdown, while emphasising that casinos may not be the right solution to restore this market.
Holiday weekend revenue set to disappoint
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 09/08/2024
» Tourism income from 2.6 million domestic trips during the Mother's Day holiday this year is estimated to reach 9.39 billion baht, dipping from recent back-to-back long holidays in July, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Airlines push to upgrade regional Thai airports
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 12/06/2024
» The Airlines Association of Thailand (AAT) has urged the government to elevate more regional airports to become international airports, aiming to generate higher tourism revenue for 55 second-tier cities.
AirAsia looks outside Asean after divestment
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 27/04/2024
» AirAsia wants to extend beyond Southeast Asia by offering aviation consulting and planning, separating aviation from non-aviation ventures.
TAT survey notes spending surge
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 06/03/2024
» Foreign tourists spent more on accommodation following the pandemic and opted for street food more than fine dining, while TikTok has gained prominence among people seeking information and inspiration for trips to the nation, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Netizens hit out at pricey Phuket airfares
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 16/02/2024
» Social media was awash with comments this week from local travellers bemoaning the high price of airfares to Phuket.