Europeans steer clear amid heatwave

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Europe's most severe heatwave has not led to an increase in tourists visiting Thailand, particularly in Phuket, where hotels have reduced low-season rates by 70-80%. High airfares continue to discourage both domestic and international travelers during this period.

Europe's most severe heatwave has yet to trigger a surge in tourists to Thailand, with Phuket hotels slashing low-season rates by 70-80% compared with the high season as surging airfares continue to deter both domestic and foreign visitors.