PHUKET: The four-day government holiday that began on Thursday will generate more than 2 billion baht in revenue from tourist spending on this island province, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Phuket office.
There were 24,370 international passengers booked on 137 flights operated by 29 airlines arriving in Phuket from Oct 13 to 16, plus 28,038 domestic passengers on 217 flights operated by 7 domestic airlines. The average load factor was 70-90%, Phuket office director Nanthasiri Ronnasiri said on Friday.
She said room occupancy during the four-day holiday was predicted at 39.16%, with the average room stay 2.30 nights per person.
An estimated 152,691 visitors were expected in Phuket during the period, generating around 2.19 billion baht, Ms Nanthasiri said.
The Thanyabura Trail Run 2022 will be held on Oct 16, she said.
The four-day holiday began on Oct 13, the anniversary of King Rama IX’s passing.
Officials from the Phuket marine office inspect boats at a pier in Phuket on Friday to ensure the safety of passengers. (Photo: Achadthaya Chuenniran)