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Phuket is targeting 550 billion baht ($17.3B) in 2025 tourism revenue as hotel bookings surge to near pre-pandemic levels. The Phuket Tourist Association reports over 90% expected occupancy during November–January, fueled by new direct flights from China and strong European and Asian demand.
Thailand has lifted its decades-old afternoon alcohol ban, effective Sept 11, 2025. The move is expected to boost restaurants, bars, and tourism, with sales projected to rise by 25%. Travellers can now enjoy drinks anytime, enhancing Thailand’s global appeal and economic recovery.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) London hosted “A Night of Thai Excellence” at Michelin-starred AngloThai, blending gastronomy, culture, and Formula 1. Guests included F1 driver Alex Albon and rising talent Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak. The event highlighted Thailand’s soft power through food, wine, and sport on the global stage.
India contributed about 2.1 million visitors in 2024, 6% of Thailand’s total arrivals, making it the third-largest market. With seamless TDAC entry, better connectivity, and focus on premium segments like weddings, MICE, and HNI families, growth is expected. TAT also promotes eco-friendly tourism through its Green Tourism Collections and Krabi…
Eric Levy of Tourism Solutions International highlights Thailand’s global tourism leadership, citing culture, cuisine, affordability, and innovation. He stresses moving beyond mass tourism toward authentic, sustainable experiences, supported by infrastructure and policy innovation. Levy emphasizes nurturing future leaders to ensure Thailand remains a safe, competitive, and world-class destination.
