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Malaysians And Chinese Top Foreign Arrivals In 2023

01 Jan, 2024

Thailand welcomed more than 27 million visitors this year with Malaysians forming the biggest group, followed by those from China.

‘Life’ Rebranding For Centra By Centara

27 Dec, 2023

Centara Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel operator headquartered in Thailand, has rebranded Centra by Centara as Centara Life

Airfares To Fall Due To More Airlines, Planes: Aviation Authority

27 Dec, 2023

Airfares are expected to gradually fall next year due to an increase in licensed airlines and a higher number of aircraft in the air transport sector, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).

THAI To Fly To Istanbul From Dec 1

02 Nov, 2023

Thai Airways International (THAI) will start direct flights between Bangkok and Istanbul on Dec 1.

Thailand On The Way To Becoming A Visa-free Zone For Foreign Holidaymakers

01 Nov, 2023

Following prime minister Srettha Thavisin’s announcements to boost foreign tourism to Thailand, 80 percent of holiday arrivals no longer require a prior visa or a visa on arrival.

Chiang Mai Airport Starts 24/7 Operations

01 Nov, 2023

Chiang Mai airport began around-the-clock services on Wednesday with a Thai VietJet flight that left for Osaka at 12.30am.

Chiang Mai Airport To Operate Around The Clock

27 Oct, 2023

Minister expects move could increase international arrivals to northern province by 30%

Sugar Palm Beach: Serenity Unveiled In The Heart Of Pattaya

27 Oct, 2023

Sugar Palm Beach or Haad Dong Tan, hidden in the heart of Pattaya, has transformed from a sanctuary of sugar palm trees into a renowned destination, revered for its cleanliness, panoramic views, and serene ambiance.

90 Days Immigration Report Now Needs Update Form

26 Oct, 2023

Expats who are reporting their 90 days stay in Thailand with a receipt and a barcode in their passports are now being asked to submit a new TM47 form

Thailand Announces Four-day New Year Holiday; Dec 29 – Jan 1

25 Oct, 2023

The Cabinet has approved a four-day New Year holiday from December 29, 2023 to January 1, 2024.

PG Adds Flights To Mae Hong Son

21 Oct, 2023

Bangkok Airways will add flights between Lampang (LPT) and Mae Hong Son (HGN) from three to five weekly flights starting 29 October ahead of North Thailand’s peak season.

Thailand’s Neighbors Compete For Massive Airport Expansion

20 Oct, 2023

Gigantic airport expansion is booming throughout the region.

Russians To Get Triple Time Permission To Visit Thailand

17 Oct, 2023

Russian tourists will now enjoy 90 days on arrival visa-free travel to Thailand.

Pattaya-Jomtien Immigration Bureau Launches New Service

10 Oct, 2023

Chonburi immigration headquarters, at Jomtien Soi 5, today introduced a revamped, customer-friendly service for foreigners to subdue queuing and long waiting periods.

Banyan Tree In B17bn Khao Yai Project

10 Oct, 2023

Hospitality firm Banyan Tree Group has partnered with the owner of a 226-rai plot of land in Khao Yai to develop a branded residence project worth 17 billion baht

Thai Vietjet Links Phuket And Chiang Rai

03 Oct, 2023

In response to increasing travel demand, Thai Vietjet confirms it will resume cross-country direct flights between the holiday island of Phuket and Chiang Rai, Thailand’s far north mountain destination starting 29 October

World Bank Cuts Thai Growth To 3.4%

03 Oct, 2023

Forecast for 2024 trimmed to 3.5%

Bangkok-Chiang Mai Train Service Expected To Resume This Evening (Sunday)

02 Oct, 2023

State Railways of Thailand are expected to resume train services on the northern route, between Bangkok and Chiang Mai, this evening as workers continue working to remove three derailed carriages lying on the tracks and make repairs.

Thai Lion To Expand China Services

02 Oct, 2023

Thai Lion Air will expand services from its Bangkok Don Mueang home base to cities in China, resuming flights to Macau on 13 October.

Flood Forces Closure Of World Heritage Tunnels

28 Sep, 2023

The Nadi district administration on Thursday morning closed a section of Highway 304, which links the lower Northeast and the East, along with its twin tunnels under a world heritage wildlife corridor due to flooding triggered by days of rain.

THAI Plans More Flights For Tourists

27 Sep, 2023

Thai Airways International (THAI) is planning to serve more international destinations in the coming high season in an effort to attract more tourists.

Baht Slips To 10-month Low

26 Sep, 2023

Pheu Thai spending plans a concern, but dollar strength is having region-wide impact

Hotspots Set For Glut Of Arrivals

25 Sep, 2023

Major tourism cities expect to see a rise in the number of Chinese tourists when the visa-free scheme for this segment of international arrivals kicks off on Monday.

Thai Vietjet To Increase Surat Thani Flights From October

22 Sep, 2023

Thai Vietjet will be increasing its flight services between Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) and Surat Thani to a total of three round-trip flights daily from October 12, 2023.

Dusit International Launches New Brands

22 Sep, 2023

Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has announced the expansion of its esteemed hotel brand lineup with the launch of two new brands: Dusit Collection and Devarana – Dusit Retreats.

AOT Commits 140 Billion Baht For Urgent Airport Projects In Chiang Mai And Phangnga

22 Sep, 2023

According to AOT, the first project involves the construction of Andaman International Airport in Phangnga province, aimed at stimulating tourism and transforming Phuket, Phangnga, Krabi, and Ranong into air transportation hubs.

Baht Expected To Continue Its Slide

22 Sep, 2023

Fed's comments rattle markets

Si Thep Historical Park Declared World Heritage Site

20 Sep, 2023

The Unesco World Heritage Committee has listed Si Thep Historical Park in Phetchabun province as a cultural heritage site

Thailand Experiments With Visa Exemption

19 Sep, 2023

Thailand’s prime minister Srettha Thavisin, has announced a temporary tourist visa exemption scheme for passport holders of the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of Kazakhstan, effective 25 September 2023 and valid through to 29 February 2024.

Chiang Mai Hotels Facing Lukewarm Demand

19 Sep, 2023

International airport to extend operations