Bangkok joins list of top 3 destinations for American travellers
A survey conducted via the Hopper travel application in December learned that Bangkok is the third most favourite destination among American tourists after Tokyo and Ho Chi Minh.
Government spokesman Anucha Buraphachaisri said on Monday that the survey also predicted that more American tourists would travel to Asia judging by the search for flights.
Meanwhile, he said, in a move to further stimulate the tourism industry, the Tourism Authority of Thailand recently linked up with its South Korean counterpart to promote travel in both countries for this year and next.
“This cooperation should stimulate the exchange of at least 3 million tourists over 2023 and 2024, and also strengthen bilateral ties,” he said.
He added that Thai tourism authorities hope to attract at least 20 million foreign tourists this year, and generate 2.38 trillion baht in revenue.
“Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is pleased that many cities in Thailand feature large in foreign tourists’ itineraries,” he said, adding that tourism is key to stimulating the country’s economy.
He said Prayut has also called on Thai tourism operators to cooperate and be welcoming to foreigners.
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