Postponement of 'Travel Thailand Half Each' Program Registered on July 1, 8:00 a.m.

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The Thai government has postponed the registration for the 500,000 people to join the 'Travel Thailand Half Each' program, originally scheduled to start at midnight. The decision was made to allow the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to complete the verification process with Krung Thai Bank, the operator of the project registration system. The program aims to provide economic stimulus to the tourism industry, with a budget of 110 billion baht out of 157 billion baht approved by the Cabinet. Registration for the program will now open on July 1 at 8:00 a.m., and travel will start from July 4 to October 31, 2025.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 'Travel Thailand Half Each' program has been postponed to allow for verification and registration process with Krung Thai Bank.
  • Registration for the program will open on July 1 at 8:00 a.m.
  • The program will provide economic stimulus to the tourism industry, with a budget of 110 billion baht out of 157 billion baht approved by the Cabinet.
  • Travelers can choose to visit main cities or secondary cities, with different contributor rates.
  • The government contributes 50% of the cost on weekdays for main cities, while on weekends and public holidays, the contribution rate is 40%.
  • The government contributes 50% of the cost for secondary cities, regardless of the day of travel.
  • Travelers can spend up to 3,000 baht per room per night, including digital coupons worth 500 baht.
  • The program registration system will prevent fraud and impersonation through verification and authentication.
  • The Ministry of Tourism has confirmed that people can register for accommodation under the project from July 1.

Statistics:

  • 110 billion baht: the amount allocated out of 157 billion baht for economic stimulus programs.
  • 50%: the government's contribution rate for weekdays in main cities.
  • 40%: the government's contribution rate for weekends and public holidays in main cities.
  • 50%: the government's contribution rate for secondary cities.
  • 3,000 baht: the maximum amount that travelers can spend per room per night.
  • 500 baht: the value of digital coupons provided to travelers.
  • July 1, 8:00 a.m.: the start time and date for registration for the program.
  • July 4 to October 31, 2025: the travel period for the program.

Sources:

  • Thai News Agency
  • Statement by Mr. Surawong Thienthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports
  • Announcement by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)