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Chao Phraya cruise operators are keeping prices level due to sluggish tourism and high competition.
While tourism is taking its time to recover, business-oriented charters are sailing towards a stronger comeback. Poowadee Kunpalin, the mastermind behind Chao Phraya Cruise, and Vice-President of the Chao Phraya River Tourism Association, talks about the resurgence. Business travellers, especially from South Korea and European countries, are leading the charge. These high rollers demand the crème de la crème – all-inclusive deals with unlimited beverages and feasts fit for kings.
Independent tourists find themselves outnumbered as business clientele takes centre stage. Poowadee reveals the stats:
“Independent tourists have dwindled from 80 to 90% pre-pandemic to 60 to 70% on daily cruises.”
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