“Srettha” listens to suggestions from tour operators in Phang Nga Province

Phang Nga, 26 Aug – “Settha”, Prime Minister, travels to Phang Nga province to listen to opinions of tour operators. While the tour operator proposed pushing Phang Nga into a tourism economic zone. Link with Phuket

Mr. Srettha Thavisin, Prime Minister, along with his delegation traveled to Khao Lak area, Phang Nga province, to listen to problems and suggestions of Phang Nga tourism operators after yesterday (Aug. 25), the Prime Minister traveled to the area .Phuket to listen to problems and suggestions from tour operators in Phuket.

The Prime Minister stated that Phang Nga was another area where the Pheu Thai Party did not have a seat. MPs continuously for a long time, however, taking the position of Prime Minister under the leadership of the Pheu Thai Party confirm that it will not be an obstacle to work Phang Nga is considered a tourist province that is as important as Phuket and if Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, Ranong can connect tourism to each other, it will increase the tourism potential for Thailand even more.

However, the preparation of personnel and labor must be considered to be sufficient for the growth of tourism as well. especially the development of skilled labor quality which is considered an important part and necessary to drive the tourism of Thailand in this region

The Prime Minister also spoke about continuing to boost tourism. Especially the visa waiver for tourists from many countries. whether China, India, including Russia which is considered a big market by the tourist markets of Phuket and Phang Nga have similarities As well as the expansion of the Phuket airport to be built in the area of Phang Nga province.

Mr. Lertsak Panklin, President of the Phang Nga Tourism Business Association, stated that the Phang Nga Tourism Business Association Presented information to the Prime Minister on 2 issues: accelerating the development of mass transit systems and transportation to connect with Phuket by land, water and air. The private sector in Phang Nga Province is pleased that the government will drive the construction of the airport in the province. .Phang Nga because it will make the tourism of Phang Nga grow even better Currently, the market for tourists to Phang Nga is similar to the tourists to Phuket.

As for another issue that the private sector proposes to the government to speed up consideration as an urgent agenda is tourism stimulation Just like what the private sector in Phuket offers. Especially the relaxation of visas for tourists in some countries. to be able to travel to Thailand more easily and conveniently Especially tourists from Russia, China, India, including extending visas to tourists from some countries. in order to stay in Thailand longer

Currently, Phang Nga province has a total of more than 18,000 hotel rooms that can accommodate tourists with an occupancy rate of 40 percent.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency