BANGKOK (The Nation/Asia News Network): Some 12.87 million foreigners have visited Thailand in the first six months of this year, which means it is still on track of meeting its target of up to 30 million arrivals in 2023, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said.
Data from the Tourism and Sports Ministry shows that most of the visitors came from Malaysia, China, Russia, South Korea and India.
TAT reckons at this rate, the tourism industry will reach 80% of the 2019 level, with an estimated maximum revenue of 2.38 trillion baht. This projection is based on the arrival of 25-30 million foreigners generating approximately 1.5 trillion baht in revenue.
The agency also expects Thai nationals to contribute to these earnings by making 117 to 135 trips to local destinations.
TAT governor Yuthasak…
