Coronavirus hits Chiang Mai tourism hard

CHIANG MAI, Thailand, Feb 4, The Nation/ANN -- Tourism in Chiang Mai has taken a severe hit because of the outbreak of the new coronavirus, Pakkanan Winitchai, director of Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)’s Chiang Mai Office, said.

“Chiang Mai is one of the most popular tourist attractions for Chinese tourists, especially during New Year and Chinese New Year, but since the virus outbreak they have cancelled trips and hotel reservations up until March, ” she said.