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Thailand increases airport charges as tourism sector fears losing its edge in the Asian market
Travel

Thailand increases airport charges as tourism sector fears losing its edge in the Asian market

Find out why Thailand’s announced increase in airport charges is causing concern among tourism operators, airlines and analysts. We provide an overview of AOT’s decision, the pressure of higher costs, the slowdown in foreign tourist arrivals and Vietnam’s increasingly strong competition in Southeast Asia, where destinations are fighting over price, accessibility and passenger trust.

08.05.2026
Thailand introduces mandatory health insurance for tourists due to unpaid hospital bills and pressure on hospitals
Travel

Thailand introduces mandatory health insurance for tourists due to unpaid hospital bills and pressure on hospitals

Find out what Thailand’s announcement on mandatory health insurance for foreign tourists brings, why the authorities want to reduce unpaid hospital bills and how the new rules could affect travel, healthcare and the tourism sector. We provide an overview of the proposed model, possible costs, industry reactions and open questions of implementation at the country’s borders.

06.05.2026

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