Thailand targets Indian tourists to make up for missing ChineseTourists pose for pictures at Phra Tamnak Hill in Pattaya, a prime spot for enjoying panoramic views of Pattaya City, on June 14, 2018. (Photo: Patipat Janthong)Thailand is looking to attract Indian travellers during the traditional holiday season to boost its tourism-reliant economy that’s been hit hard by the absence of mass holidaymakers from countries including China. With the outbound Chinese travel not expected to resume anytime soon, Thailand is betting on travellers from other origins to take advantage of its relaxed rules for tourists. They were the largest group behind Chinese and Malaysians that year when the nation saw almost 40 million tourists. “Even though it will be difficult to match the number of visitors and revenue generated by Chinese travellers, Indian tourists can help support Thailand’s tourism industry during this time,” Ms Somsong said.
