Young Thai workers race to reopen deserted beaches
Workers in Thailand’s Covid-hit tourism industry talk about their hopes and fears for the future. …
Thailand depends on its tourism sector, and normally welcomes 14 million visitors annually.
But Covid-19 saw visitor numbers plunge to just four million last year.
In the key resort of Phuket, mass vaccinations are being organised ahead of this year’s tourist season.
As part of our My Work, My Future season, young Thais in Phuket share their hopes and fears about future employment in the country’s tourist industry.