Date: 11 March 2003

Tourism industry in Thailand found a strong growth of female tourists' arrival to the country, exceeding to 8.21% which accounts for 4,372,085 compared to an increase of 6.73% in male visitors which accounts for 6,426,982. It is said that the growth is a great success following the policy promoting products targeted more at women such as shopping, health, and culture. Together, Thailand's image as a stable and peaceful country as well as service of high-quality, it continues to draws a number of visitors.

It is notable that arrivals from all regions showed augmentation, particularly from East Asia, Europe the Americas, South East Asia, and the Middle East, with the East Asia the largest source of visitors.

Despite global volatility, the growth of tourism industry has given the good sign for further efforts in leading Thailand to be "Tourism Capital of Asia" within three years according to Tourism Authority of Thailand's promoting campaign.

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