BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand is reaffirming its commitment to becoming a “Tourism for all” destination through a pilot initiative that highlights the country’s readiness for accessible tourism. A group of 29 wheelchair-using tourists from Taiwan embarked on a “Bangkok–Ayutthaya 5-Day” journey from November 18-22, 2025, to assess Thailand’s standards and preparedness in accommodating visitors with mobility needs.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in partnership with the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), led the group to prominent historical sites in Ayutthaya, including Wat Phra Si Sanphet and Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit, as well as to local restaurants designed to be fully accessible and safe for wheelchair users. One establishment, recognized as a model for universal design, showcased a new dimension of Ayutthaya as a World Heritage city—easy to access, enjoyable to explore, and rich in cultural value for all visitors.
The travel route reflects a broader collaboration among tourism bodies, research institutions, academies, and private-sector innovators working on disability-inclusive solutions. Ayutthaya’s Accessible Tourism research has been selected as one of Thailand’s top case studies, underscoring the success of empathetic tourism design that enables everyone to share the same experiences with equal standards. The initiative transforms unfamiliar travel into meaningful and memorable journeys.
This visit also marks an essential step in tourism marketing, aligning with the fast-growing “Inclusive Travel” trend in Asia—particularly among Chinese-speaking accessible travelers, a high-potential segment increasingly seeking destinations with strong accessibility infrastructure and support services.
TAT remains committed to positioning Thailand as the Accessible Tourism Hub of the region by improving travel routes, upgrading tourism facility standards, strengthening safety systems, and expanding international partnerships to ensure seamless journeys for travelers with diverse needs.
This journey represents more than leisure—it is a clear demonstration that “Thailand is ready for every traveler.” Through the Thailand Accessible Tourism approach, the country is opening opportunities for all visitors, while generating meaningful economic, social, and quality-of-life outcomes grounded in inclusive and sustainable tourism. (NNT)
