Why is traveling to Thailand so expensive recently?

Travel is an activity that makes people feel happy and relax physically and mentally, and Thailand has always been a popular tourist destination among Chinese tourists. However, the recent increase in tourism costs in Thailand has made many people reconsider whether to visit Thailand.

The increase in tourism costs in Thailand is mainly due to market supply exceeding demand. After the epidemic was relaxed, the supply of tourism products was insufficient, and prices naturally increased. In addition, although the fall in air ticket prices has eased, it is still at a high level. At the same time, this is closely related to the increase in local prices. Accommodation, transportation, tour guide fees, etc. have all increased to varying degrees.

However, even if the cost of traveling to Thailand increases, it does not mean that Thailand is no longer attractive. After all, Thailand still has many advantages as a tourist destination. For example, Thailand's natural scenery is very beautiful and there are many famous attractions, such as Chiang Mai, Phuket, Bangkok, etc. In addition, Thailand’s culture is also very rich, with many famous temples, historical sites, etc. These are all important reasons that attract Chinese tourists to travel to Thailand in an endless stream.

Of course, in addition to traveling abroad, domestic travel is also a good choice. There are many beautiful scenic spots in China, such as Guilin, Zhangjiajie, Jiuzhaigou and so on. Moreover, domestic travel costs are relatively reasonable and will not rise as significantly as those in Thailand. Therefore, if tourists feel that Thailand’s prices are no longer advantageous, they can choose domestic travel to experience different tourism styles

First, let’s take a look at the price structure of Thailand tourism. Generally speaking, the price of Thailand tourism includes the following aspects: air tickets, visas, accommodation, meals, transportation, attraction tickets, shopping, etc. Among them, air tickets and visas are the largest expenditures, accounting for more than half of Thailand tourism. According to online information, the round-trip price of a flight from China to Thailand is about 2,000-4,000 yuan. Different airlines and departure locations will have different prices. In terms of visas, Thailand currently implements a visa-free policy for Chinese tourists, but each person needs to carry 20,000 baht (approximately 4,000 yuan) in cash as a deposit for entry. Calculating this, the air ticket and visa alone will cost about 6,000-8,000 yuan.

Secondly, let’s take a look at other expenses for traveling in Thailand. In terms of accommodation, hotel prices in Thailand are relatively cheap, generally between 200-500 yuan, and prices vary by star rating and location. In terms of catering, Thai food is also very unique, generally ranging from 10 to 50 yuan. Different cuisines and grades will have different prices. In terms of transportation, Thailand's public transportation is relatively developed, generally ranging from 5 to 20 yuan. Different methods and distances will have different prices. In terms of attraction tickets, Thailand's attractions are quite diverse, generally between 50-200 yuan, and different types and levels have different prices. In terms of shopping, Thailand also has a wide range of products, generally ranging from 100 to 1,000 yuan. Different brands and quality will have different prices. Calculated in this way, other expenses are about 2,000-4,000 yuan.

Based on the above, we can draw a conclusion that the price of traveling to Thailand is about 8,000-12,000 yuan, which does not include some unexpected expenses, such as tips, insurance, phone cards, etc. At such a price, for many people, it is no longer a budget trip, but a relatively luxurious trip.