The recently introduced Easy E-Receipt scheme, aimed at boosting tourism spending by offering tax rebates, may fall short of its goal, according to hotel operators. Marisa Sukosol Nunbhakdi, Thai Hotels Association (THA) president, argues that the scheme might instead push eligible individuals towards purchasing consumer products.
She highlighted that a significant number of hotels and airlines are yet to adopt the digital tax system required for the scheme, thus limiting its effectiveness. The scheme, which was approved just last month, may not be beneficial for the tourism industry as it was rolled out after the busy new year holiday period.
The majority of people likely to use the tax rebate will do so to buy consumer products instead, said Marisa. She also pointed out that domestic tourists typically start planning their travels in March and April, well beyond the scheme’s…
