Lisa sits by a beachside bar on Koh Samui Island in Thailand. Photo courtesy of her Instagram
The Thai government has expressed its gratitude to Lisa from South Korean girl group Blackpink and HBO’s series “The White Lotus” for enhancing the country’s international tourism profile.
In the third season of the series, Lisa, born Pranpriya Manobal in Thailand, appears as a hotel employee, offering a unique local perspective, Nation Thailand reported.
Filmed at major tourist attractions such as Koh Samui, Phuket, and Bangkok, the series has had a measurable impact on tourism.
Deputy government spokeswoman Sasikarn Watthanachan said Koh Samui has experienced a 65% increase in interest among American tourists since the film began…
Boutique Travel VC raises investment cap from $1.5M to $10M to lead rounds and support portfolio companies through growth Travel...
Read moreDetails
