Thailand remains Asia’s top destination, according to many of the UK’s tour operators visiting the Thailand Travel Markett in Bangkok.
Despite the political issues that were facing the country, resulting in riots and airport closure, UK visitor numbers remain buoyant, delegates heard.
"We have seen only a slight drop in numbers to Thailand since the political issues but still have complete confidence in the quality and value of the Thai travel proposition,’” said Vicky Alexander, product manager for Emerald Global.
"We are forecasting a slight growth in numbers for next year and have a wide range of fantastic products that continue to offer vale for money and of course traditional high class Thai service."
Sunset Travel product manager Kate Andrews added: "Thailand remains our top Asian destination. We get good support from Thai Tourism, product suppliers and ground handling agents. Combined with competitive airfares, we believe the country offers the holidaymaker one of the best value offerings in the market. The quality that we are able to offer is hard to beat.”
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