Thailand Eyes Tough Future For Travel Industry

For the travel industry, the pandemic has seen epic losses. As countries reopen their borders this year, many questions remain about the industry’s road to recovery.

The National Economic and Social Development Council of Thailand said Monday (May 24) that it could take another five years before the tourism industry returns to normal in Thailand. The council said that, given tourism’s troubles, some workers will have to find employment in other sectors of the economy, Bloomberg reported.

The industry’s outlook was based on figures provided by the Tourism Authority of Thailand. Bad news is still at Thailand’s door, with the country dealing with another wave of COVID-19 cases, its worse ever.

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