Tourists stay away after Thai troubles
Editor | Dec 17, 2008 | Comments 0
The recent protests have hit Thailand’s tourist industry badly. Photo / AP Related NZHerald links: SAMUI – The palm-fringed island of Samui normally fills up for the holidays, but what stands out these days is its emptiness. The sprawling Tongsai Bay resort, where guests are shuttled around in golf carts, has reduced hours for staff and even installed lower-wattage lightbulbs to reduce electricity bills to cut costs amid the slowdown, says assistant manager Chonlatee Nakamadee….
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