RUSSIANS top the list for Phuket Arrivals!

Thai Expat Daily Show

Russian visitors continue to top the list of arrivals in Phuket, with 59% of all arrivals in the first six months of 2019 being Russian. This is according to data from the Phuket Immigration Department.
Phuket News has previously reported that the Russian market is still growing, with tourism officials predicting that the number of Russians visiting Phuket will reach one million by 2023. This is in addition to the existing Chinese and Thai tourists.
If you're looking for news and updates about Phuket, be sure to check out our website. We'll keep you updated on all the latest news and events happening in this beautiful island paradise!
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