PHUKET SANDBOX SCHEME TO LURE TOURISTS

There will be no quarantine for foreign visitors under the Phuket Sandbox scheme and their two-week confinement to the island will suffice, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) chief said over the weekend.

The TAT is involved in reviewing the Tourism Sandbox scheme ahead of the island reopening to foreign tourists on July 1, according to the Bangkok Post.

The reopening plan for the island, known as the "Phuket Sandbox", is meant for fully vaccinated tourists from countries with a low or medium risk of COVID-19 transmission.

The island is pinning its hopes of a revival on the scheme, while other resort areas are watching closely as they too seek a route to reopen to tourists.

TAT governor Yuthasak Supasorn paid a visit to the island yesterday during which he made the remarks.

"I assure you there will be no quarantine. The TAT will support Phuket's efforts to restore its tourism industry," said Mr. Yuthasak.

The TAT is also stepping up plans to improve Phuket's reputation and emphasize safety in the build-up to the high season.

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