Tourism operators from Thailand prepare to offer packages to foreign buyers during the TTM+ this year.
The annual Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) is expected to generate momentum for tourism for the remainder of the year, helping the country meet its goals of 33 million arrivals and 2.65 trillion baht in revenue amid global uncertainty.Thapanee Kiatphaibool, governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), said the event offers a platform for Thai operators to meet buyers from around the world, helping to stimulate travel demand and mitigate risks stemming from the war in Iran and volatile energy prices.
Scheduled for June 10-12 in Pattaya, the TTM+ this year focuses on promoting wellness and sustainable products, as well as destinations regarded as hidden gems.
The event has 429 foreign buyers, including 85 from China, 38 from India, 21 from the UK, 14 from Australia and 13 from Saudi Arabia. Roughly 41% of buyers are joining TTM+ for the first time.
Among the 428 sellers from Thailand, most are from Bangkok, Phuket, Chon Buri, Surat Thani and Krabi. The TAT expects 15,408 business matching meetings during the event, generating at least 5 billion baht in revenue.
