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Firms rip reopening delay to Nov 1

Firms rip reopening delay to Nov 1

Move hurts chances of Q4 rebound

Immigration officers stand in front of an empty arrivals hall at Suvarnabhumi Airport. (Reuters photo)

Confusion over reopening timelines has spoiled the chance for the tourism industry to rebound during the upcoming high season as inconsistent policies damage the country’s credibility and international tour operators refrain from planning packages until policies are confirmed.

The reopening plan for five areas — Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Hua Hin and Phetchaburi — faced another setback after the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) decided to put off the starting date from Oct 1 to Nov 1.

For Pattaya, Hua Hin and Chiang Mai, this was the third postponement from an…

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