News Forum - Krungsri Research gives conservative estimate of 5.5 million tourists this year

[Thaiger]

The research arm of the Bank of Ayudhya is forecasting just 5.5 million international visitors for Thailand in 2022, following the cancellation of Test & Go. Krungsri Research says that although the cancellation of the Test & Go entry scheme has generated some promising signs, the recovery of international tourism will be sluggish as a result of several factors. According to a Pattaya News report, these include Russia’s war on Ukraine, which will have an impact on the number of Russian visitors and potentially on tourists from other parts of Europe. China’s insistence on pursuing a zero-Covid strategy will also […]

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[Ramanathan.P]

Well this looks a bit realistic number. However it could be challenging if all the hurdles are not dropped immediately. With neighboring countries dropping all restrictions and making it easier for travelers, the influx of tourists may not flock to Thailand, especially form the Middle East and India....