How tsunami affected the tourism industry of Phuket Thailand?


How tsunami affected the tourism industry of Phuket Thailand? In the immediate aftermath of the tsunami, visitor arrivals fell by more than 40% and up to 100,000 people whose livelihoods depended on tourism lost their jobs. Average hotel occupancy in Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi fell by more than half.


What hotels were affected by the tsunami in Phuket?

His three hotels on Phuket beaches -- Kata Beach Resort, Karon Beach Resort and Phuket Orchid Resort -- were damaged by the Dec 26 tsunami in 2004 to different degrees. The hardest hit, Karon Beach Resort, was shut down for six months to be totally rebuilt.


What are four problems facing the tourism industry?

Challenges facing Tourism include taxations, travel promotions, safety, infrastructure, and cross border set of laws among others. The majority of tourism destinations are not ready for visitors.