Thailand has rolled out a new safety initiative to provide medical coverage for foreign tourists, offering up to 1 million baht in case of death. Here are the key points you should know:
Enhanced Safety Measures: Thailand's government aims to boost confidence in travel safety with this campaign, ensuring that visitors are properly cared for during their stay.
Coverage Details: The scheme provides 500,000 baht ($14,000) for accidents and up to 1 million baht for death.
Positive Image Boost: By implementing this initiative, Thailand seeks to enhance its reputation as a top global holiday destination.
Launch and Funding: The scheme was launched by Thailand's Tourism and Sport Minister, Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, on February 14th. The government has allocated 50 million baht to fund the program.
Collaboration: The campaign is a joint effort between Thailand's Tourism and Sports Ministry and its Public Health Ministry.
Key Takeaways:
Applying for Coverage:
Foreign tourists can apply for coverage by submitting documents at provincial tourism and sports offices or tourist assistance centers at Bangkok's airports. Applications can also be sent by post or email.
Tourism Revenue and Targets:
Thailand, a major tourist destination, aims to attract 35 million foreign tourists in 2024. Revenue targets for the same year are set at 3.5 trillion baht. As of February 11th, foreign arrivals have already reached 4.3 million, indicating strong tourism activity.
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