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Thailand is gearing up for an influx of approximately 770,000 Chinese visitors during the upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations, a notable increase of 22.6% from last year. The period from January 24 to February 2 is set to see crowded airports and bustling city streets, with the Thai government taking significant measures to manage the increased tourism.

 

The deputy government spokeswoman, Sasikarn Watthanachan, highlighted the proactive steps being taken to accommodate these travellers. Key infrastructure, including the Department of Airports and Airports of Thailand (AoT), has been tasked with enhancing operations at major airports such as Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, and others across the country. The projected passenger traffic is set to rise dramatically during this time, with Suvarnabhumi Airport alone expected to handle a whopping 11,238 flights.

 

To tackle the surge in visitors, AoT plans to boost staff presence in critical areas like immigration checkpoints and baggage claim zones. Enhanced multilingual services and increased staff availability are among the measures introduced to assist the influx of tourists seamlessly. Safety remains a priority as runways undergo stringent inspections, and measures to prevent incidents like bird strikes are implemented.

 

 

On the security front, the Royal Thai Police is ramping up its presence. Police Colonel Worasak Phisitbunnakorn confirmed that increased patrols will be conducted in busy tourist hotspots to ensure safety. Special attention is being paid to potential fire hazards from traditional incense burning, which could exacerbate air pollution issues.

 

Overall, Thailand is poised to handle the Chinese New Year festivities with efficiency and enthusiasm, ready to welcome visitors with open arms.

 

-- 2025-01-27

 

 

11 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

770,000 Chinese visitors

 

Welcome!

 

I have been missing them.

 

The more the merrier!

 

Some (most) of my best friends are Chinese.

 

Thankfully I don't live in a hot spot for Chinese... 

1 hour ago, GammaGlobulin said:

Welcome!

 

I have been missing them.

 

The more the merrier!

 

Some (most) of my best friends are Chinese.

 

Perhaps move there, you’d be in hog’s heaven. 

 

Never really got why they want to travel here en masse to celebrate their new year. Please stay home, Thailand is already way too busy. 

Shrimp Buffet Red Alert.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhTAtJSZkrc

 

2 hours ago, bamnutsak said:

Shrimp Buffet Red Alert.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhTAtJSZkrc

 

 

Too cruel.

Too biased.

Too unfair.

 

exaggerating   again   maybe 200000

a little  Chinese coming north . never like before covid