BANGKOK — A routine departure turned into a highly destructive spectacle at Thailand’s busiest airport this week. A 30-year-old Chinese tourist has been permanently banned from re-entering the country after he forcefully kicked and destroyed two automated passport control gates at Suvarnabhumi Airport. The explosive tantrum, which caused nearly $15,000 in damage to government property, […]

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BANGKOK – From higher airport charges to proposed departure fees, Thailand’s tourism industry leaders say now is not the time to add more costs for travelers. Thailand is one of the top travel destinations in the world. Millions of people visit the country every year to enjoy its beaches, culture, and food. However, a storm […]

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CHIANG RAI - help Thai tourism bounce back during the quiet season, Thai Vietjet and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) have teamed up to offer a massive 30% discount on domestic flights.

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BANGKOK - Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok will start using its new 24-hour Automated Border Control (ABC) passport gates for departing passengers on Thursday. The move should help cut down lines and make departures easier for travelers.

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BANGKOK - Thai customs officials detained a Vietnamese national at Suvarnabhumi Airport on Friday evening after he tried to smuggle rhino horns valued at 6.9 million baht (about US$200,000) through Thailand into Laos.

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