The Tourism and Hospitality Program, College of Hospitality and Tourism, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya, Trang Campus, organized the Professional Tourism Skills and Capacity Development Project: Southern Tourism Route Field Study and Practical Training Program from 17–19 June 2026. The program aimed to provide students with authentic learning experiences while enhancing their knowledge and competencies in tourism through experiential learning.
The field trip was supervised by Dr. Dusitporn Hoktha, Deputy Director for Student Development Affairs, together with Ms. Wanwisa Ploy Insawang and Ms. Suthira Pankaew, lecturers from the Tourism and Hospitality Program, who closely guided and advised students throughout the journey.
The study tour introduced students to prominent tourist attractions along Thailand’s Andaman Coast. The journey began in Phuket Old Town, an invaluable historical and cultural learning destination that reflects Phuket’s prosperous past through its distinctive Sino-Portuguese architecture. Students then visited the Phuket Thai Hua Museum, where they explored Phuket’s origins, way of life, and urban development. The museum serves as an important repository of local history, culture, and identity.
The group later traveled to Promthep Cape, Phuket, one of the world’s renowned viewpoints and widely recognized as one of Thailand’s most spectacular sunset destinations. Students studied tourism destination management practices and visitor service strategies, gaining valuable knowledge applicable to their future careers in the tourism industry.
On the second day, students paid homage at Wat Chalong (Wat Chaiyathararam), Phuket’s most revered Buddhist temple and a spiritual center for residents. They learned about local history, religious values, and the role of Buddhism in community life. The group then continued to Song Phraek Whitewater Rafting in Phang Nga Province, a well-known adventure tourism destination. The activity provided students with opportunities to observe tourism activity management, safety procedures, and methods for creating memorable experiences for visitors.
On the final day, the students visited Wat Mahathat Wachiramongkol (Wat Bang Thong) in Krabi Province to study Buddhist art, architecture, and cultural heritage, and to admire the magnificent golden pagoda. The learning journey concluded at the Emerald Pool (Sa Morakot), one of Krabi’s most remarkable natural attractions, famous for its crystal-clear emerald-green waters surrounded by lush tropical forest. The site highlights the significance of natural resource conservation and sustainable tourism practices.
The program was designed to provide students with firsthand knowledge and practical experiences at tourism destinations along the Andaman Coast through the study of history, culture, religion, and natural resources. At the same time, students developed essential professional skills, including tour guiding, communication, itinerary planning and management, and problem-solving in real working situations. These experiences contribute to strengthening leadership abilities, teamwork, and professional competence, preparing students to become high-quality tourism and hospitality practitioners in the future.
This educational excursion represents another important platform for experiential learning, enabling students to gain deeper insights into historical, cultural, religious, natural, and tourism management resources. Such experiences serve as a strong foundation for developing future tourism and hospitality professionals capable of meeting the evolving demands of the tourism industry.
Photo: Dr. Dusitporn Hoktha
Written by: Ms. Kanjan Chumdee
Translated by: Asst. Prof. Supaphon Charoensuk
