Thailand expects 1 million foreign tourists during Lunar New Year | World | Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Bangkok (VNA) – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is expecting more than 1 million foreign tourists to arrive in the country this Lunar New Year holiday from January 8-16. According to Thai Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, during the upcoming New Year festival, Thailand hopes to welcome about 195,825 tourists from China, Hong Kong and Taiwan (China). This represents a 137% increase compared to the previous year, generating total income of 11.40 billion THB (320 million USD), up 157% over the same period last year. The official notes that the positive tourism atmosphere can be attributed to favourable travel conditions, Thailand’s visa waiver policy, and increased flight availability. Among the Chinese tourists, it is anticipated that the majority,…