Thailand Prepares for New Year Tourist Boom: Phuket Leads With 230,000 Visitors

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Thailand is gearing up for a huge influx of tourists this New Year, with Phuket expecting over 230,000 visitors from December 28 to January 1. This surge is set to bring nearly 8 billion baht into the local economy. According to Lertchai Wangtrakuldee from the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Phuket office, tourists are likely to spend about 35,000 baht each, with daily expenses reaching 9,000 baht.

 

Phuket's hotel occupancy is expected to exceed 80%, with events such as countdown parties, fireworks, concerts, and a coffee festival planned to entertain visitors. The Tourism Authority is also encouraging the use of electric public transport to reduce congestion.

 

Phuket is attracting more young tourists by combining traditional spiritual activities with art toys and is seeing a rise in visitors from Australia and Saudi Arabia.

 

 

In Chiang Mai, the airport is preparing for 33,000 passengers daily, a 22% increase from the previous year. There will be 205 flights each day during the holidays, and airport manager, Wing Commander Ronnakorn Chalermsanyakorn, recommends travelers arrive early for added security.

 

From the beaches of Phuket to the mountains of Chiang Mai, Thailand is ready to welcome 2024 with a festive tourist boom.

 

-- 2024-12-27

 

 

[kuma]

whats the numbers for Pattaya and Krabi?

[koolkarl]

Wouldn't go near popular tourist spots. I would get more relaxation at the bus terminal. 

[LALes]

Happily ensconced in my Fortress of Solitude until the hordes go home around late Feb-early March.  I'd  say good for Thailand to make a bunch of money during high season but no one ever saves anything here.  By April, they'll be crying again that there aren't enough tourists.