NEW – Complaining at HOME, Malaysians Spend RM1300 Per Pax in Thailand

Visitors from Malaysia to Hat Yai, Thailand, doubled to 20,000 daily during Christmas and year-end holidays, injecting over 2 billion Baht into the local economy over two weeks or RM1330 per person. Hat Yai’s appeal, a blend of delectable food, accessibility, and budget-friendly accommodations, attracts Malaysian travelers, according to Sitthipong Sitthiprapha, President of the Hat Yai Songkhla Hotels Association.

Complaining Malaysians

Hat Yai has solidified its status as a preferred destination for budget-conscious tourists. Throughout the year, the city sees around 5,000 daily Malaysians, doubling during festive periods. On peak weekends, the average climbs to 20,000, with tourists estimated to contribute 2 billion Baht during the Christmas and New Year celebrations.