Third wave of COVID-19 has cost the Thai economy 200-300 billion baht
Analysts are encouraging the state to step up remedies for the COVID-19 situation, after assessing that the third wave of infections has cost the economy 200-300 billion baht and could cap growth this year at 1.6 percent. President of the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, and head of…
Airlines waive fees as CAAT calls for suspension of late-night domestic flights
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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the following updates to travellers that most airlines are offering flexible rescheduling options following the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand’s (CAAT) call for suspension of all domestic flights between 23.00 Hrs. and 04.00 Hrs., effective from now until further notice….
THA Urges Hotels to Become Temporary “Hospitals”
The Thai Hotels Association (THA) is urging its members to become “hospitals” by turning their hotels into temporary hospitals to treat Covid-19 patients. THA President Marisa Sukosol Nunbhakdi said the move aims to reduce crowdedness at hospitals and promote continuous care for Covid-19 patients after new cases increased rapidly since…
List of attractions temporarily closed during April 2021, or until further notice
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This is a living document which the TAT Newsroom will update as new information becomes available The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the following updates for travellers regarding the temporary closure of tourist attractions in different locations in Thailand, as part of the nationwide effort to…
Bangkok Airways will Close ticketing Offices in COVID High-Risk Provinces
Bangkok Airways will close its ticketing offices in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket from April 16-25 due to the current COVID-19 crisis and the situation is expected to intensify. The airline said its office-based employees will be allowed to work from home for the time being, but its front-line employees…
Bank Branches in COVID-19 High-Risk Areas to Close Temporarily
The Thai Bankers Association has announced that bank branches at high-risk areas will be closed temporarily, though customers can still use ATMs as well electronic and online channels. Information on closed branches will be available on the bank’s website. The bank branches nationwide in department stores or those that are…