The Latest Breaking News from TAT

Recovery held back by few flights

With international flights reaching only 40% of pre-pandemic levels, Thai tourism must wait for a clearer outlook, particularly with the government budget running dry, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

Bangkok Post · Sep 1, 2022

CPN joins campaign to spur travel, the economy

SET-listed property and retail operator Central Pattana Plc (CPN) has joined hands with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and partners from the tourism industry to boost Thailand's tourism sector and economy this year.

Bangkok Post · Aug 25, 2022

TAT expects 7.5m foreign arrivals in second half

Thai tourism in the second half is expected to draw 7.5 million foreign arrivals and contribute 403 billion baht to the economy, according to a market forecast by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

Bangkok Post · Aug 21, 2022

Seat shortage hurts tourism recovery

The shortage of airline seats remains a major obstacle for the recovery of Thai tourism as most European airlines haven't resumed flights and frequencies to the pre-Covid level.

Bangkok Post · Jul 26, 2022

Seat shortage stymies tourism recovery

The shortage of airline seats remains a major obstacle for the recovery of Thai tourism as most European flag carriers have not resumed flights and frequencies to the pre-Covid level.

Bangkok Post · Jul 25, 2022

Making dreams come true

Last month Thailand saw a marriage equality bill pass its first reading in parliament, which was regarded as a historic move that could make marriage law applicable to couples across all genders, not only opposite sexes.

Bangkok Post · Jul 24, 2022

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Evening Standard · Jul 22, 2022

Tourism ministry anticipates B1.2tn revenue without stimulus

Tourism revenue this year may total 1.2 trillion baht, below the government's target of 1.5 trillion, if there are no additional support or stimulus schemes as the fiscal budget for tourism in 2023 has been heavily cut, according to Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakan.

Bangkok Post · Jul 21, 2022

Global economy to hit Thai tourism

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) forecasts revenue of 1.2-2.38 trillion baht next year, according to its new 2023 strategy, but this is likely to be challenged by global inflation and rising interest rates, with spending already taking a hit.

Bangkok Post · Jul 18, 2022

TAT cautiously upbeat on domestic trips

Inflation and volatile oil prices remain the key factors hitting domestic trips, despite positive travel sentiment during the five-day weekend for government employees, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

Bangkok Post · Jul 13, 2022