Tourism

European Heat Wave Fails To Boost Thailand Tourism

Europe's intense heat wave has failed to boost Thailand tourism, as soaring airfares continue deterring visitors despite Phuket hotels cutting rates by up to 80% in hopes of filling rooms.

2 Jul The Phuket News

BANGKOK: Europe’s most severe heatwave has yet to trigger a surge in tourists to Thailand, with Phuket hotels slashing low-season rates by 70-80% compared with the high season as surging airfares continue to deter both domestic and foreign visitors.

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National

Activist Challenges Parliament Committee Chair Over NBTC Probe

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National

Channel 7HD Honors Phumsong Duangjun 34th Memorial

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National

Study Suggests Giraffes May Possess Basic Math Skills

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Police

Drug Suspect Shot Dead in Police Gunfight in Korat

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National

Thailand Braces for Severe Coral Bleaching Crisis

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Police

PM Returns From France, Tackles Drug Case And Graft Issues

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National

Anti-Corruption Panel Denies Bribery Claims

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National

Violette Returns With New Single 'Give Up, Give In'

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National

Parliament Unanimously Approves 10.3 Billion Baht Budget Transfer

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Regional

Phuket Luxury Real Estate Market Stays Strong

Phuket's luxury property market is expected to stay robust in 2024, supported by strong foreign interest and increasing land values despite growing competition among developers.

2 Jul The Phuket News

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