Operators in the central and eastern regions and Bangkok displayed the weakest confidence in the tourism industry. Photo by Somchai PoomlardSeveral local residents and tourism operators surveyed want Thailand to reopen borders to international tourists with a 14-day quarantine still in place, according to the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT). A survey conducted by TCT found 60% of locals and 50% of tourism operators agree with the idea. The TCT surveyed 785 tourism-related operators and 1,444 Thais from Nov 11-Dec 10. According to the survey, travel firms topped the business closures rate in the fourth quarter last year, with 2% of companies permanently closed, 17% temporarily closed and 4% shifting to other businesses.

Source: Bangkok Post January 28, 2021 02:59 UTC