Thailand, Southeast Asia's second most visited country after Malaysia, recorded 20 million foreign tourists between January and June, a decline of 3.08% from the same period last year, as arrivals from several major markets dropped, according to figures from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports.
Arrivals from Malaysia fell 11.87%, South Korea 24.78% and the United Kingdom 3.44%, The Nation Thailand reported.
Tourists are seen inside the Grand Palace, one of the favourite tourist spots in Bangkok, Thailand, May 20, 2025. Photo by Reuters
China has emerged as a bright spot in Thailand's tourism sector, despite ongoing safety concerns among Chinese travelers.
The kidnapping of a Chinese tourist last month has sparked renewed concerns as the tourism-dependent country works to restore its image as a safe destination.
