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Thailand Records 2.3% Drop in Tourist Arrivals in 2026

Thailand welcomed 14.03 million international visitors in the first five months of 2026, down 2.3% year-on-year. In response, authorities are shifting toward luxury, wellness and cultural tourism, prioritising higher-spending travellers and sustainable growth while promoting destinations beyond traditional hotspots such as Bangkok and Phuket.

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