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Thailand showcases ‘Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year’
Thailand’s Minister of Tourism Sorawong Thienthong, announced 2025 as the “Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year” at World Travel Market 2024.
The “Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025” aims to showcase Thailand through top festivities and privileges.
“This campaign isn’t just a celebration; it’s an invitation for all to create unforgettable travel stories,” Sorawong said.
A vision to become a hub for international events was outlined at WTM, showcasing festivities, including the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025, MotoGP events in February and March, and the iconic Songkran Festival in April.
These events are anticipated to drive year-round tourism.
Thailand is making significant investments to maintain its reputation as a top destination, with a tourism target of £75.55 billion (3.4 trillion Baht) for 2025.
“The tourism industry is vital to Thailand’s economy, reflecting not only in economic gains but also in the communities uplifted,” Sorawong added.
To support tourism growth, he said the government is boosting infrastructure development and easing visa processes.
This includes this includes the pan ASEAN common visa, called the ‘Six Countries, One Destination’ policy.
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