Tourism in Mukdahan drops by 50% after Songkran festival

The Mukdahan Hotel Association has highlighted a significant decline in tourism activity following the Songkran festival, with accommodation bookings plummeting by over 50%. The lack of major events in this secondary tourist destination is affecting employment, with thousands at risk of losing their jobs.

Pramin Wongpralab, chairman of the Mukdahan Hotel Association, noted that the sluggish economic conditions in April have had a widespread impact on various businesses. The tourism sector, including small and large hotels and resorts, has been particularly affected. Following the Songkran festival, there has been a sharp decline in visitors, as most tourists tend to prefer coastal provinces during the summer, opting for beach…