A photo taken on Aug 14 shows a man swimming in a hotel pool in Phuket as tourists use the Phuket sandbox for those fully vaccinated against Covid-19. AFP
The hospitality business in Bangkok is nowhere near a full recovery as the industry remains challenged by government restrictions.
Jesper Palmqvist, area director for Asia-Pacific for STR, a market data firm, said if a domestic sandbox becomes available, people from Bangkok can travel to nearby destinations such as Hua Hin, which previously saw 75-80% occupancy during weekends before it was designated a dark red zone.
The forward bookings in Bangkok for the next 90 days have seen short lead time and lower occupancy.
He said people will choose whatever hotels are open. They will go straight to pool villas or where they can dine out.
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