He said that the anticipated revenue next year would be 29% higher than the 2.4 trillion THB (68 billion USD) the government expects from tourism this year. The scheme is already open to visitors from 39 countries while visitors from nine other countries can obtain visas upon arrival. Other measures include special tourist safety measures, commercial video and arrangements for actors and singers to promote Thailand as a great destination. The Prime Minister will also visit targeted countries to persuade their citizens to visit Thailand. Thailand is expected to receive 28 million foreign visitors and earn 2.4 trillion THB in tourism revenue this year, including 1.4 trillion THB from foreigners and 1 trillion THB from local travelers/.

Source: ABC News September 14, 2023 19:01 UTC