Hoteliers call for subsidies as Pattaya demand weakens sharply

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Tourism operators in Pattaya and Chon Buri are experiencing a significant decline in demand, leading to expectations of low occupancy rates for hotels this month. Operators are pushing for government subsidies to remain competitive, especially against strong markets like China and India.

Pattaya and Chon Buri tourism operators are suffering from the government's work-from-home policies during the low season, expecting only 30-40% occupancy rates this month while they compete for markets with high potential such as Chinese and Indian tourists by offering discounts.