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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.
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

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 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
Thailand's new midnight alcohol curfew draws criticism for hurting tourism

Thailand's new midnight alcohol curfew draws criticism for hurting tourism

Thailand's new 10,000-baht (US$300) fine for drinking after midnight has invited a backlash from tourists and industry insiders, with the latter saying it threatens the nighttime economy.
November 13, 2025 | 03:54 pm PT
Thailand seeks to win back Chinese tourists with ‘no casino legalization’ pledge

Thailand seeks to win back Chinese tourists with ‘no casino legalization’ pledge

Thailand officials expect a return of Chinese tourists as they are set to follow through with their commitments to the Chinese government to stop legalizing casino resorts.
November 8, 2025 | 05:20 pm PT
Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy expects over $200M in tourism revenue from Loy Krathong festival

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy expects over $200M in tourism revenue from Loy Krathong festival

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hoped the Loy Krathong festival will generate about 6.54 billion THB (over US$200 million) in tourism revenue, with about 1.91 million Thai tourists expected to participate nationwide.
November 6, 2025 | 04:34 pm PT
Israeli couple arrested in Thailand over public sex at popular waterfall

Israeli couple arrested in Thailand over public sex at popular waterfall

An Israeli couple was arrested in Thailand on Tuesday after engaging in sexual activity in public at the Wang Sai Thong waterfall on the popular Ko Pha Ngan island.
November 5, 2025 | 08:12 pm PT
Tourism agencies urge promotions as Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy expects arrivals to drop to 32 million

Tourism agencies urge promotions as Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy expects arrivals to drop to 32 million

With only 32 million foreign tourist arrivals projected for this year, the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) is urging the government to offer more flight promotions, while the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) plans to request "Quick Win" stimulus measures.
November 2, 2025 | 06:28 pm PT
Thailand approves measures to boost domestic tourism amid plunging foreign arrivals

Thailand approves measures to boost domestic tourism amid plunging foreign arrivals

Thailand's cabinet has approved new incentives to boost domestic tourism, a finance ministry official said on Tuesday, as the government tries to revive a sluggish economy.
October 21, 2025 | 04:55 pm PT
Vietnam receives 15.4 million foreign tourists in 9 months

Vietnam receives 15.4 million foreign tourists in 9 months

The number of foreign visitors to Vietnam during January-September reached 15.4 million, up 21.5% year-on-year but still far from its target of 25 million this year.
October 5, 2025 | 07:51 pm PT
Thailand considers plan for double tax deductions to boost tourism

Thailand considers plan for double tax deductions to boost tourism

Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas has said that he will propose to the Cabinet on Oct. 14 a new scheme to stimulate tourism in secondary cities.
October 3, 2025 | 06:42 pm PT
Thailand pushes to stimulate international tourism demand amid prolonged decline

Thailand pushes to stimulate international tourism demand amid prolonged decline

Thailand will focus on stimulating inbound tourism over the next months, targeting key markets or countries experiencing a decline in visitor numbers, including China, Japan, South Korea, India, Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
September 29, 2025 | 07:32 pm PT
Thailand deploys AI for security during peak tourism season

Thailand deploys AI for security during peak tourism season

Thailand is launching a major security overhaul backed by advanced technology in a proactive push to welcome at least two million Chinese tourists over the next four months.
September 28, 2025 | 06:29 pm PT
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