Nan Province Tourism Operators Call for Revision of 'Thai Tiew Thai Plus' Scheme
Local business owners in Nan are urging the government to adjust the 'Thai Tiew Thai Plus' campaign, citing concerns over seasonal air quality and the need for better regional connectivity.
According to a report by Prachachat Business, hotel operators in Nan Province have expressed significant concerns regarding the government's 'Thai Tiew Thai Plus' tourism stimulus program. The current plan to postpone the initiative until April has been met with criticism from local stakeholders, who argue that the timing does not effectively support the northern region's tourism sector.
Business owners, represented by figures such as Romrawin Issaracheewawat, highlight that the primary deterrent for visitors during that period is the poor air quality, which discourages travel to the North. Instead of the current proposal, operators are calling for more immediate government intervention. Their suggestions include subsidies for domestic airfares and the creation of cross-regional travel packages designed to incentivize visits to secondary cities.
For travelers and residents, this development suggests that tourism strategies for the North may undergo further adjustments to better align with seasonal environmental conditions. While the government has proposed a delay, the effectiveness of these measures remains a point of contention among local businesses. It remains to be confirmed whether the authorities will adopt these requested changes or proceed with the existing timeline for the stimulus package. Stakeholders continue to advocate for policies that prioritize sustainable visitor flow throughout the year.
