So here is my take currently staying in Thailand and having some significant relationships with Hotels here, I have noticed an up turn in those in the lounge and how there used by the guests and there unfamiliarity is noticeable.
I have also noticed a change in offering especially In Hua Hin with a greater emphasis on canapés served as apposed to buffet selection.
Im also told that that IC in Thailand have seen a significant upturn in points plus lounge pass bookings outstripping paid for and RA for club access bookings especially in Phuket, Hua Hin and Pattaya.

It feels from conversation that lounge pass this year is very noticeable thus far.