Thai Tourism Industry Sees Surge in Foreign Visitors
Thailand Welcomes 29.08 Million Foreign Tourists, Generates 1.358 Trillion Baht in Revenue
Thailand has welcomed a significant number of foreign tourists, with over 29.08 million visitors arriving in the country from January 1 to November 3 this year, generating approximately 1.358 trillion baht in revenue. This is a significant boost for the country’s tourism industry, which is one of the key contributors to the country’s economy.
Top 5 Countries of Origin
According to statistics from the Tourism and Sports Ministry, Chinese tourists topped the list of arrivals, with over 5.75 million visitors, followed by tourists from Malaysia (4.18 million), India (1.72 million), South Korea (1.53 million), and Russia (1.3 million) during the period.
Government Initiatives Boost Tourism
Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong stated that further increases in foreign tourist arrivals are anticipated in the coming week, driven by the high season for long-haul markets, particularly from Europe. He attributed the increase to tourism promotion measures, which have increased seat capacity to Thailand by 10% from July to the end of the year.
Government Initiatives
The government’s "Ease of Traveling" initiatives, including the waiver of the TM.6 immigration card at land border checkpoints, and incentives for airlines to increase flight frequencies, are also key contributors to the increase in tourist arrivals.
Target of 40 Million Foreign Visitors
Thailand aims to attract at least 40 million foreign visitors this year, returning to the pre-pandemic level recorded in 2019. The country has projected a total tourism income of three trillion baht from both domestic and foreign tourists by year-end.
Conclusion
The surge in foreign tourist arrivals is a positive sign for Thailand’s tourism industry, which has been affected by the pandemic. The government’s initiatives to promote tourism and make traveling easier for foreigners have paid off, and it is expected that the industry will continue to grow in the coming years.
FAQs
Q: What is the total number of foreign tourists who have visited Thailand since January 1?
A: Over 29.08 million foreign tourists have visited Thailand since January 1.
Q: What is the total revenue generated by foreign tourists in Thailand?
A: The total revenue generated by foreign tourists in Thailand is approximately 1.358 trillion baht.
Q: Which country has the most visitors to Thailand?
A: China has the most visitors to Thailand, with over 5.75 million tourists.
Q: What are the government’s initiatives to promote tourism in Thailand?
A: The government’s "Ease of Traveling" initiatives, including the waiver of the TM.6 immigration card at land border checkpoints, and incentives for airlines to increase flight frequencies, are key contributors to the increase in tourist arrivals.