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TAT signs airline deals in bid to lure 1m Americans

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hoping to welcome at least 1 million tourists from the US next year after securing partnerships with Delta Air Lines and Korean Air to bring travellers from 17 gateway cities across the country.

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Meta and TAT offer new vision of tourism

Facebook parent Meta has joined forces with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to introduce "Rediscover Thailand", which features augmented reality (AR) experiences for the country's tourist attractions.

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TAT stumped on budget

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is expected to look elsewhere for stimulus after the prime minister asked the cabinet last week to prepare new mechanisms to accelerate year-end spending.

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TAT prepares new phase of subsidies

The new phase of the domestic tourism subsidy programme is being drafted with an additional 3-4 million hotel rooms, double the number in the fourth phase, which is scheduled to end this month, as the government aims to push GDP growth to 3.3% this year.

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TAT trumpets increase in airline flight capacity

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) remains optimistic about the industry in the final quarter this year and continuing through to next year as flight capacity is increasing.

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TAT plans new stimulus

With local tourism receipts set to fall below the government target of 656 billion baht because of nationwide floods and economic volatility, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) plans to accelerate the use of the fiscal 2023 budget to revive sluggish demand.

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6m foreign visitors so far this year

More than 6 million internationals visited Thailand this year with a 90% surge last month alone when compared to average figures, according to officials.

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Little impact from weak forex on inbound tourism

The global decline in currencies has not had a significant impact on Thailand's inbound market as the rates were comparable with a weakened baht, while those ready to travel are mostly high-income earners.

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TAT introduces campaign to entice Japanese visitors

As currency depreciation in Japan looms large, Thai tourism operators want to capitalise on pent-up demand in the final quarter by partnering with tour agencies to fill up 45% of the available airplane seats.

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Poor revenue outlook despite rising flights

Despite the ongoing resumption of more international flights to Thailand, visitors' spending is forecast to be lower than expected.

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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).

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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.

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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).

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Tourism ministry still aims for 10m arrivals

Thai tourism earned 157 billion baht in the first seven months from 3.15 million international travellers, while the Tourism and Sports Ministry is maintaining the target of 10 million tourists despite Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's suggestion that the tally would be lower.

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Aeroflot set to resume flights to Phuket

Hope is being regained that Thai tourism can attract 1 million Russian tourists this year as Aeroflot will resume direct flights to Phuket this winter after a pause of several months due to the Russian-Ukraine conflict.

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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.

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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).

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Operators awaiting B1.03bn stimulus

The tourism industry is awaiting a marketing stimulus budget of around 1.03 billion baht to help generate 265 billion baht in tourism receipts as a booster for the local economy this year.

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Lack of flights, rising fuel costs hit tourism

Insufficient inbound international flights and surging airfares are challenging the recovery of the Thai tourism industry.

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Lack of flights, rising fuel costs mar revival

Insufficient inbound international flights and surging airfares are challenging the recovery arc for the Thai tourism industry as the country pins its hopes on the upcoming high season in its quest to welcome 10 million tourists this year, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

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Proposal to ease visa rules put forward

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will propose a visa fee exemption for international arrivals and an extension for visitors from nations not requiring a visa to enter the country from 30 to 45 days during the second half of this year.

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Proposal to ease visa rules put forward

Tourism operators have reached an agreement with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to propose a visa fee exemption for international arrivals and an eligibility extension for visitors from nations not requiring a visa to enter the country from 30 to 45 days during the second half of this year.

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Tourism to get B100m 'booster shot'

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has drawn up a budget of more than 100 million baht to revive the battered travel sector, and will propose it to the Centre for Economic Situation Administration for approval.

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B300 tourism fee postponed

The 300-baht tourism fee faces a delay in implementation, beginning in the fourth quarter at the earliest, while the cancellation of Thailand Pass is expected from July 1, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.

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Every cloud has a silver lining

As vaccination coverage ramps up and many countries move towards an endemic classification for the virus, seniors can hit the road again or relocate to preferred retirement destinations.

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