Dual-pricing, where foreigners pay more to enter certain places than local visitors, is common at major destinations in Thailand. When the double standard system blurs into confusion and exploitation, it could damage the country's tourism. This episode of ‘Bangkok Post’s Why Bangkok: Dual Pricing, Who Pays The Price?’ explores the complexity of the double pricing system to find common ground between charging a nominal fee and exploiting the system to deliberately charge a higher price. | Bangkok

Expats living and working in Thailand contribute to the local economy just like the locals, so why are they charged tourist prices? Dual pricing may not benefit Thailand in reality. Watch the full episode of ‘Bangkok Post’s Why Bangkok: Dual Pricing, Who Pays The Price?’ on the Bangkok Post Facebook page and YouTube channel. #BangkokPost #WhyBangkok | Bangkok Post

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