Thailand Sees 38% Surge in Tourism with Over 14 Million Visitors in First Half of 2024

On June 6th, 2024, Thai Government spokesperson Chai Watcharong announced the government’s commitment to enhancing the tourism industry, aligning with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s vision of IGNITE Thailand. Tourism revenue to miss state target by B500bn The Ministry of Tourism and Sports and relevant agencies will host the “IGNITE TOURISM THAILAND: TAT Skill Factory” workshop […]

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Tourism revenue to miss state target by B500bn

The most realistic scenario for Thai tourism revenue this year is 3 trillion baht, missing the government goal of 3.5 trillion baht, as many target markets have been hit by an economic downturn, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Thailand falls by more than 10 places in tourism ranking As of June 2, […]

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TAT Launches TikTok Contest for Songkran 2024

BANGKOK (NNT) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched an innovative campaign in collaboration with TikTok Thailand to celebrate Songkran 2024. Participants can win prizes totaling more than half a million baht. 104 million baht approved to promote Maha Songkran World Water Festival According to TAT, the “Songkran 2567” campaign aims to showcase […]

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TAT upbeat over significant visa-free Chinese arrival numbers

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is optimistic that Chinese arrivals in Thailand will increase to the pre-COVID-19 level, thanks to the current visa-free arrangement between Thailand and China. Officials Crack Down on Unauthorized Chinese Influencers in Bangkok Chinese arrivals in the first two months of this year exceeded one million and are expected to […]

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TAT working on details of extended Songkran celebrations

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will hold meetings next week with the Culture and Interior ministries, the private sector and other relevant agencies to discuss details of this year’s Songkran celebrations, which will last from April 1 until 21. Events and activities, their format, locations and the budget required will be on the agenda. […]

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TAT and Calm App Launch Thai Wellness Sleep Story

BANGKOK (NNT) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has teamed up with the Calm app, renowned for meditation and sleep assistance, to introduce a new Thai-themed ‘Extreme Sleeps’ wellness travel story. This latest addition offers listeners a tranquil experience along the River Kwai, one of the world’s most famous waterways. TAT Targets 3.5 Trillion […]

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New Regulations Introduced for Foreign Passengers on Domestic Flights

The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has introduced new regulations for non-Thai passengers on domestic flights, with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) advising travelers to adhere to the updated boarding pass and identity verification rules. Suvarnabhumi Airport to Open Automatic Channel for Foreigners Effective on January 16, the CAAT now requires that the […]

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