Chiang Mai tourism operators are providing present vouchers to anybody who can present info that results in the arrest of people spreading news concerning the city’s Covid-19 state of affairs. Concerned that Spoiler could jeopardise Songkran tourism within the northern city, businesses have come collectively to offer vouchers value up to 50,000 baht.
According to a Nation Thailand report, tourism operators are offended about a social media post that claims “every square inch of Chiang Mai is underneath the danger of Covid”. After a 2-year struggle during the pandemic, businesses are determined to put an end to anything that might cause further injury to the local economic system by scaring away potential guests over the Songkran vacation.
The Chiang Mai Tourist Business Association has already filed a police report in relation to the social media submit. Director Amnart Duangsing says local businesses have agreed to supply gift vouchers valued between 30,000 and 50,000 baht, covering accommodation, automobile hire, eating places, and spas. Amnart warns that police will also charge anybody found spreading false information online.
Jarasri Lin, managing director of Respect Travel says she hopes the rewards will cease people spreading inaccurate information about the Covid scenario within the city. Anupong Thangwongsakul from Chiang Mai Rainbow Tour is concerned such information may have a negative impression on tourism within the metropolis, at a time when operators are counting on an increase in visitor numbers.
The Chiang Mai Tourist Business Association says it may be contacted on 084-374-3310 or the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau could be reached on its 1441 hotline.
SOURCE: Nation Thailand