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Malaysians Were Thailand's Top Tourists In 2023 With 4.56 Million Visits
The tourism boom boosted Thailand's revenue by 1.2 trillion baht (about RM161.52 billion).
Cover image via EPA Pic / New Straits Times & AFP Pic / New Straits Times
Malaysians made up the highest number of visitors to Thailand in 2023, with 4.56 million visits
Thailand experienced a significant surge in tourism in 2023, with 28 million visitors from around the world.
Malaysians were the most frequent travellers, with 4.56 million visits, followed by the Chinese (3.51 million), South Koreans (1.65 million), Indians (1.62 million), and Russians (1.48 million).
Image via Bangkok Post / New Straits Times
The tourism boom boosted Thailand's revenue by 1.2 trillion baht (about RM161.52 billion)
Previously, the COVID-19-led lockdowns battered Thailand's economy.
Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister, Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol said 'The Land of Smiles' is now aiming for 35 million tourist arrivals in 2024, hoping to match the 2019 record of 39.8 million.