Footage shows tourists arriving at the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand, on Tuesday as Visa found the country was among the world's top post-pandemic destinations for travellers.

The tropical country remained one of the most preferred destinations among tourists alongside the United States, United Kingdom, and India.

Its most popular cities include Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Hua Hin which travellers frequently look up online upon visiting the country.

Visa Group Country Manager for Regional Southeast Asia Serene Gay said: ‘It’s encouraging to see Thailand remains one of the most desirable travel destinations in the world. As borders reopen and international travel gradually resumes, it’s important that travel-related businesses are ready to accommodate tourists and their new post-pandemic preferences, including the ability to make safe, contactless digital payments. This will be key in creating business momentum and allowing businesses to thrive in the future.’

The study concluded that travelers visit Thailand mostly for leisure, relaxation, and outdoor adventure.

Despite suffering a major economic downturn due to the pandemic, Thailand’s tourism industry apparently showed signs of recovery as it opened its doors to foreign visitors as experts expect the number of tourists to increase over the next years.