Avoiding Japan, Chinese tourists fuel rebound in Thai tourism
Beijing’s travel warning against Japan is reshaping holiday flows across Southeast Asia.
Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, one of the filming locations for HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, which aired in 2025. The series sparked a modest tourism boost among U.S. and European travelers. Image: Four Seasons
Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, one of the filming locations for HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, which aired in 2025. The series sparked a modest tourism boost among U.S. and European travelers. Image: Four Seasons