Accor : Phuket is Back

Boasting a captivating array of historical attractions, breathtaking seaside destinations and authentic cultural experiences that charm travelers from all over the world, Southeast Asia is a key region for the tourism sector. Before the onset of the health crisis, the region saw a record number of visitors, welcoming 138.6 million tourists (2019). Within this vibrant region, Thailand has welcomed the most visitors for several years, boasting 40 million tourist arrivals in 2019. Our Group holds the leading position in Thailand in the hospitality sector with 88 hotels and resorts (22,000 rooms), and 21 projects in the pipeline.

The road to recovery began this summer, with growing demand recorded for leisure stayswithin the resort segment. Thailand announced in July that it would begin reopening its borders for vaccinated people, with Phuket offering a dedicated 'Sandbox' program allowing people to visit the island without mandatory quarantine. This program is supported byour ALLSAFE cleanliness and prevention label,which ensures impeccable cleaning standards and operational protocols and guarantees safe stays for travelers wishing to discover this exceptional destination. Since 1^st November 2021, the wider country has reopened to vaccinated travelers from 63 low-risk countries without the need for quarantine.