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Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy rolls out strategies amid surge of visitors

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy rolls out strategies amid surge of visitors

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, recorded nearly 6 million foreign tourist arrivals between Jan. 1 and Feb. 22, with the Chinese market showing strong signs of recovery during the Lunar New Year holiday, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Which Southeast Asian country welcomes highest number of Indian tourists in 2025?

Which Southeast Asian country welcomes highest number of Indian tourists in 2025?

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy welcomes 2.6 million foreign tourists in January

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy welcomes 2.6 million foreign tourists in January

Thailand plans to build Southeast Asia's first Disneyland theme park

Thailand plans to build Southeast Asia's first Disneyland theme park

Thailand is weighing a proposal to develop a Disneyland theme park in its Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) as part of efforts to stimulate tourism amid a decline in foreign arrivals.
February 3, 2026 | 05:13 pm PT
Southeast Asia's 2nd most visited country promotes night tourism

Southeast Asia's 2nd most visited country promotes night tourism

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is advancing creative tourism by showcasing Bangkok's vibrant cultural scene through "The Night by Amazing Thailand: Threads of Silk in the Moonlight" event, aiming to promote night tourism and boost the economy.
February 3, 2026 | 05:13 pm PT
Vietnam tourism infrastructure pulls ahead of Thailand: hotel executive

Vietnam tourism infrastructure pulls ahead of Thailand: hotel executive

Vietnam is emerging as a formidable challenger to Thailand in tourism, with its infrastructure pulling ahead propelled by faster airport and hotel expansion, according to a senior hotel industry executive.
February 2, 2026 | 07:00 pm PT
Lisa from Blackpink named Amazing Thailand Ambassador

Lisa from Blackpink named Amazing Thailand Ambassador

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has officially appointed Lalisa Manobal, also known as Lisa from girl band Blackpink, as the Amazing Thailand Ambassador with the launch of the “Feel All the Feelings” campaign at Wat Arun Ratchawararam.
February 1, 2026 | 06:53 pm PT
Southeast Asia's 2nd most visited country targets over $95B tourism revenue

Southeast Asia's 2nd most visited country targets over $95B tourism revenue

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has expressed confidence that the country’s tourism sector will earn 3 trillion THB (US$95.35 billion) in revenue this year through its “Amazing 5 Economy” strategy.
January 18, 2026 | 06:01 pm PT
Southeast Asia's second largest economy enjoys good start to 2026

Southeast Asia's second largest economy enjoys good start to 2026

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, welcomed 1,121,549 international visitors in the first 11 days of 2026, generating an estimated 55.03 billion THB (US$1.59 billion) in tourism revenue.
January 15, 2026 | 04:49 pm PT
Which is Southeast Asia's second most visited country?

Which is Southeast Asia's second most visited country?

With 32.9 million international arrivals in 2025, Thailand ranked as Southeast Asia's second most visited country after Malaysia, marking the second consecutive year the kingdom has relinquished its regional tourism crown.
January 12, 2026 | 07:13 pm PT
Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy records 33% drop in Vietnamese tourists this year

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy records 33% drop in Vietnamese tourists this year

The number of Vietnamese tourists to Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, reached 600,000 so far this year, down 33% from last year amid growing safety concerns.
December 25, 2025 | 06:33 pm PT
Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy welcomes nearly 32 million tourists this year

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy welcomes nearly 32 million tourists this year

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, received 31.76 million foreign visitors so far this year, down 7.25% from the same period a ‌year earlier.
December 23, 2025 | 06:52 pm PT
Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy eyes 34.9 million visitors next year

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy eyes 34.9 million visitors next year

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, expects to receive 34.9 million foreign visitors next year, a 4% increase, earning 1.63 trillion baht (US$51.7 billion) in revenue, up 8% year-on-year.
December 12, 2025 | 06:42 pm PT
Thailand to raise airport tax for international passengers from 2026 to fund terminal upgrades

Thailand to raise airport tax for international passengers from 2026 to fund terminal upgrades

Thailand is preparing to raise airport taxes for outbound passengers starting in 2026, a shift that will push up ticket prices for millions of travelers passing through its busiest international airports.
December 5, 2025 | 04:22 pm PT
Is it safe to travel to Southeast Asia amid severe flooding?

Is it safe to travel to Southeast Asia amid severe flooding?

Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia, Southeast Asia's most popular destinations, are being hit by severe flooding that caused chaos and paralyzed traffic in major tourist destinations.
November 24, 2025 | 11:23 pm PT
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