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Research Article

Motivation, Opportunity, and Ability of Chinese Tourists to Stay at Green Hotels in Thailand

中国游客在泰国入住绿色酒店的动机、机会和能力

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Pages 241-260 | Received 21 Jul 2021, Accepted 07 Jan 2023, Published online: 13 Mar 2023

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