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Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai and Samui are the most popular destinations in Thailand among both international and domestic guests.
Bangkok, Thailand – As travel restrictions continue to ease, international travelers are increasingly looking to visit Thailand, according to newly released Airbnb data. Travelers are also eager to stay longer and explore more places than ever before, as part of a travel revolution that’s creating more economic opportunities for the locals.
Since the country eased all travel restrictions, there has been an incredible amount of enthusiasm among international travelers looking to travel to Thailand. Searches by international guests for Airbnb Stays in Thailand grew by more than 180 percent year-over-year from Q1 2021 to Q1 2022, suggesting that the travel industry is once again spurring economic recovery for the country. Thailand is also uniquely positioned to take advantage of the Live Anywhere remote-work trend and the rise of the digital nomads, as long-term stays on Airbnb emerges as a popular choice for guests.
Airbnb data also revealed that travelers are raring to travel to destinations both familiar and lesser-known. Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai and Samui emerged as the most popular destinations in Thailand among both international and domestic guests. Travelers are also exploring uncharted destinations that include Ko Lanta, Trat, Pai and Cha-am, which translates to an incredible opportunity for those considering hosting in off-the-beaten-path destinations that have traditionally missed out on the benefits of tourism. International travelers from the United States of America, United Kingdom and Germany are leading the searches for travel to Thailand.
Amanpreet Bajaj, Airbnb’s General Manager for Southeast Asia, India, Hong Kong and Taiwan said, “It is heartening to see that Airbnb guests from around the world are looking to revisit Thailand – as well as explore it for the first time – which bodes well for the sector’s ongoing recovery and for our local community of Hosts. The blurring lines between travel and living has also led to many travelers continuing to embrace their newfound flexibility. They’re jumping at the opportunity to base themselves amidst the picturesque destinations in Thailand — both the favourites and some uncharted parts of the country – looking to live and work remotely. We’re excited to be working with the Tourism Authority of Thailand on a range of initiatives that will showcase Thailand to the world and attract more remote workers. We remain committed to working with local Hosts across the country, as well as the Thai Government, to help ensure local communities can take advantage of the travel revolution.”
The platform upgrades and innovations that Airbnb unveiled over the past year have made it easier than ever for locals across Thailand to become Hosts and share in the benefits of this tourism dispersal. Additionally, new search tools such as I’m Flexible, which has been used more than two billion times since May 2021, as well as the new Categories and Split Stays features, are also encouraging guests to explore new destinations — which further spread the benefits of tourism and put money back into local pockets.
Theodore is the Co-Founder and Managing Editor of TravelDailyNews Media Network; his responsibilities include business development and planning for TravelDailyNews long-term opportunities.
