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From Fake Popes to Fake Polls - Welcome to Red Cap Fantasy Island
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Accident Pickup Truck Driver Dozes Off, Crashes Across Lane into Two Motorcycles
Police want to investigate a full account of the accident? ....why they like to make work, he fell asleep, he crashed injuring people, case closed -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 6 May 2025
Vietnam Tourism Threat Looms: Could It Overtake Thailand? Halong Bay. Picture courtesy of Wikipedia Could Thailand’s tourism crown be slipping to Vietnam? Tourism chiefs are alarmed as Vietnam's inbound tourism rocketed nearly 50% in March compared to pre-pandemic levels, while Thailand grapples with lacklustre growth. Experts warn Vietnam could surpass Thailand as Southeast Asia's top destination in just a few short years. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1359866-vietnam-tourism-threat-looms-could-it-overtake-thailand/ -
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Economy Vietnam Tourism Threat Looms: Could It Overtake Thailand?
Halong Bay. Picture courtesy of Wikipedia Could Thailand’s tourism crown be slipping to Vietnam? Tourism chiefs are alarmed as Vietnam's inbound tourism rocketed nearly 50% in March compared to pre-pandemic levels, while Thailand grapples with lacklustre growth. Experts warn Vietnam could surpass Thailand as Southeast Asia's top destination in just a few short years. President of the Chon Buri Tourism Federation, Thanet Supornsahasrungsi, suggests that Vietnam's appeal, with family-friendly resorts and cheaper living costs, is becoming irresistible. Vietnam has set an ambitious goal of welcoming 23 million foreign visitors this year, challenging Thailand's recently revised down target of 36.5 million arrivals from an initial 38.5 million forecast. Thailand saw a notable decline in tourist numbers in March, with 2.7 million arrivals, 20% down from 2019 levels. Meanwhile, Vietnam registered over 2 million visitors, marking a substantial 40% increase over the same period. Mr Thanet highlights Vietnam’s competitive edge, citing newer, cost-effective attractions, and all-inclusive packages at half the price of Thailand’s offerings. Additionally, Vietnam's strategy includes supporting international travel agents, like those from Russia, by subsidising air travel and reducing airport landing fees, prompting agents to prefer hosting tours in cities such as Nha Trang over typically popular Thai destinations like Phuket. This logistical ease is bolstered by Vietnam's well-placed international airports, which significantly reduce transfer times for tourists. Mr Thanet warns that without significant infrastructure upgrades and innovating new attractions, Thailand risks losing its tourist draw. He's calling on the Thai government to actively enhance tourism strategies and intensify safety measures to hit their target of 36.5 million arrivals. Concerns echo from Sanga Ruangwattanakul, President of the Khao San Road Business Association, who notes Bangkok's dwindling visitor numbers amidst a shrinking Chinese market and a drift towards destinations like Vietnam. Vietnam boasts a diverse array of natural attractions, vibrant nightlife, and entertainment options, challenging reputed Thai tourist spots like Khao San Road. To counteract these trends, the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) recently proposed a subsidy plan to the Tourism Authority and the government, aiming to bolster Chinese tourism arrivals. They estimate the plan, requiring a 320 million baht government-backed investment, could generate 8.3 billion baht in revenue, subject to stringent conditions like flight quotas and partnership costs covered largely by the private sector. The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking for Thailand to reform and adapt its tourism strategies as Vietnam's offerings lure away eager globetrotters. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-06 -
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