Thailand’s OTP takes the high road for Andaman tourism boost

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The Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OTP) in Thailand recently announced a forthcoming impact study concerning a proposed coastal road project linking the provinces of Ranong and Satun to boost Andaman tourism.

 

The proposed two-lane highway, covering a distance of 600 kilometres, is designed to notably enhance the ease of access for tourists to key attractions spread across six different provinces – these being Ranong, Phangnga, Phuket, Krabi, Trang, and Satun, relayed Punya Chupanit, who is at the helm of OTP.

 

In addition to providing smoother travel, the proposed project also intends to incorporate parking spaces, recreational areas, viewpoint stops and a bike lane, in a bid to incorporate an eco-friendly travel option. As per Chupanit, the office is currently in search of a consultant to spearhead the study.

 

by Mitch Connor

TOP: Koh Mook tropical Island in the Andaman Sea in Thailand, tropical beach with white sand and turqouse colored ocean with coconut palm trees. Picture courtesy of AP.

 

Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thailand-unfolds-plans-for-600km-coastal-road-to-boost-andaman-tourism

 

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Study to be carried out on new ‘Thailand Riviera’ road

By Peter Roche

 

 

The Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning says an impact study will be carried out on the proposed Andaman coastal road that would link the southern provinces of Ranong and Satun. The project has been on the table as part of a broader Thailand Riviera project to provide a regional focus on coastal living and tourism for the Andaman coast.

 

According to a Bangkok Post report, the director of the OTP says the planned two-lane, 600 kilometre road would improve tourist access to the southern provinces of Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, Trang and Satun.

 

Punya Chupanit adds that if the project goes ahead, it will include facilities such as recreation areas, parking, viewpoint stops, and potentially a bicycle lane. He says the OTP is in the process of hiring a consultant to carry out the impact study.

 

Full story: https://phuket-go.com/phuket-news/national-news/study-to-be-carried-out-on-new-thailand-riviera-road/

 

-- Phuket GO 2023-08-17

 

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