Thailand to start flying tourists to islands by seaplane and right to the hotel's doorsteps

In this file photo taken on Nov 1, 2021, tourists walk on a beach on the Thai island of Phuket. - AFP

BANGKOK, March 11 (dpa): Seaplanes are rather exotic in Thailand. After the pandemic, however, the kingdom wants to focus more on quality tourism and new attractions. Landing in the sea directly in front of a hotel is one of them.

Part of Thailand's allure as a holiday destination is its hundreds of beautiful islands. But the smaller ones in particular are difficult to reach from the mainland, often requiring several stop-overs and ferry rides.