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AirAsia, AirAsia X poised to merge
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/01/2024
» AirAsia has announced the merger of AirAsia and AirAsia X, making Southeast Asia a multi-hub for aviation while targeting Thailand as its hub for flights to Europe.
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.
Domestic operators see barriers to revenue target
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/01/2024
» Domestic tourism operators foresee obstacles to increasing revenue to reach the government's goal of 1.08 trillion baht this year, citing high travel costs and weak flight capacity, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Japan disasters unlikely to deter Thais
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 04/01/2024
» Thai tourists are likely to continue flocking to Japan despite earthquakes, airplane fireballs and high travel costs, helping that country remain the top destination for the outbound market this year, according to the Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA).
Tourism target seen as ambitious
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/01/2024
» Tourism operators see the government's goal of 40 million foreign arrivals as a challenge, considering high travel expenses, sluggish demand in populous markets such as China and Russia, and competition from neighbouring countries.
China visa deal to boost Thai trips
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 03/01/2024
» The dual visa exemption between China and Thailand should increase outbound travellers to China by at least 10%, but inbound numbers from the mainland might not reach the government projection of 8.2 million, according to the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).
Thai hospitality groups go global
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/01/2024
» As the tourism recovery gathers pace across the globe, Thai hospitality groups expanded their presence beyond the domestic market to capitalise on robust demand in many destinations.
Unlicensed boats face scrutiny
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/12/2023
» Tourism operators are urging the government to improve the alert system and regulate unlicensed boats to prevent marine accidents after numerous boats sank in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand recently.
Mice segment poised to slow down
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/12/2023
» The Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) industry this year is estimated to recover to 80% of the 2019 level in terms of revenue, but it may slow in 2024 as pent-up demand eases, according to the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association (Tica).
Pattaya Floating Market laments slowdown of tour groups
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 22/12/2023
» The operator of Pattaya Floating Market says attracting a large volume of tourists, especially Chinese tour groups, is still an essential part of reviving the tourism industry as it urges the authorities to attempt to reverse the image of Thailand as an unsafe destination.