Australia and Thailand – A Strong Relationship
The ongoing commitment of Governments in both countries to work closely together, is being seen as increasingly positive for the rapidly expanding Australian expat/retirement community found throughout Thailand. Between 900,000 and 1 million Australians visit the country each year, and it is firmly positioned as Australia’s 8th largest trading partner.
Contact Details
The Australian Consulate in Chiang Mai is open from Monday to Thursday (9am until 12pm) and is by prior appointment only. Appointments can be arranged by calling 091-857-6996 or email au***************************@gm***.com
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently spoke with our Principal, Andrew Leeson (above) in their Chiang Mai office to provide us with an update on recent visitor numbers and expectations for 2017.
What to expect in 2017
TAT confirmed that Chiang Mai had 9.2 million visitors in 2016, generating over 82 Billion Baht. The Head of the Chiang Mai office, Mr Wisut Buachum proudly confirmed with Andrew that expectations were the 10 million mark would be comfortably broken this year, with a special emphasis on attracting more Female visitors. Promotions will focus on health and wellbeing (with a large range of spas and alternative lifestyle retreats offering very attractive deals), and lovers of the great outdoors will also be spoilt for choice (for example, Chiang Mai alone has 20 top class golf courses).
Exciting times ahead
Whether you’re visiting Chiang Mai for a short holiday, or you’re planning to stay for the longer term, the city offers year round attractions, at a highly affordable price. Food, accommodation, shopping and entertainment are plentiful and your hard earned Aussie Dollars really do go a lot further (even when compared to other Thai locations, such as Phuket, Samui or Bangkok).
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