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Cooperation in health and wellness tourism connectivity between Thailand and Malaysia

Chiranuch SophaSchool of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Suan Dusit University, Bangkok, ThailandCorrespondence[email protected]
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Chompunuch JittithavornCollege of Management, University of Phayao, Bangkok, ThailandView further author information
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Timothy J. LeeBusiness, USC Business School, University of the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, AustraliaView further author information
Pages 248-257 | Received 19 May 2019, Accepted 22 Oct 2019, Published online: 10 Jan 2020

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