The Thai travel sector is issuing an urgent plea to the government this week. Industry leaders want immediate action to strengthen tourism ties with China. This demand comes as China experiences a significant economic slowdown that threatens regional travel. Chinese economic growth has hit a three-year low in the second quarter of the year. The […]

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JUL

Exploring Dusit Central Park: Bangkok’s New 7-Rai Roof Park

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Rebecca Kim

Bangkok keeps finding new ways to blend nature and city life, and Dusit Central Park is one of the most talked-about examples right now. Its official name, Dusit Arun at Dusit Central Park, points to more than a rooftop garden, because this 7-rai elevated park brings a rare green escape to the Silom and Sala […]

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JUN

Vietjet Thailand Unveils Regional Airport Strategy to MOT

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PR News

BANGKOK –Vietjet Thailand has unveiled its strategy to strengthen Thailand’s regional aviation network, including a 50% increase in domestic flight frequencies and plans to develop Udon Thani International Airport into Northeastern Thailand’s aviation hub through expanded international connectivity. The strategy was presented to Mr. Pattarapong Pattaraprasit, Deputy Minister of Transport, together with the Ministry of […]

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JUN

Banthat Thong Road Street Food in Bangkok: What’s Best to Eat

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Rebecca Kim

BANGKOK – Banthat Thong Road is one of Bangkok’s easiest food stops when you want big flavor without the chaos of a packed tourist strip. On Banthat Thong Road, you can move from classic Thai street food to trendy desserts in a few steps, then stay out late for a lively night scene that still […]

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JUN

Thailand Beyond Phuket and Bangkok: Quiet Places to Visit

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Jeff Tomas

Thailand gets far more interesting once you move past Phuket and Bangkok. If you stick to these two famous destinations, you miss out on quieter beaches, lower prices, and an authentic local lifestyle that is far easier to enjoy in other parts of Southeast Asia. That is why more travelers are looking north to small […]

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MAY

Thai Airways Urged to Expand Flights to Secondary Airports for Tourism Boost

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Salman Ahmad

BANGKOK — The Thai government has launched an ambitious new aviation strategy, directing its national flag carrier, Thai Airways International, to drastically scale up flight operations to the country’s secondary provincial airports. The mandate, issued by the Ministry of Transport, represents a structural shift in how the kingdom manages its multi-billion dollar tourism industry. By […]

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MAY

AirAsia Founder Cautions Airports of Thailand Over 53% Airport Fee Hike

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – AirAsia founder Tony Fernandes has delivered a pointed but affectionate warning to Thailand’s airport authority. He is urging them to delay a major increase in passenger fees. If they do not, he warns, Thailand risks driving away the budget travelers who form the backbone of the kingdom’s tourism economy. Airports of Thailand PCL (AOT) […]

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MAY

China Cancels Over 200 Flights to Thailand Amid Sudden Fuel Crisis

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK — In a sudden and heavy blow to Southeast Asia’s booming travel sector, airlines in China have canceled more than 200 scheduled flights to Thailand this week. The culprit is not a lack of interest from eager travelers, but rather a sudden spike in aviation fuel costs and growing supply chain shortages across regional […]

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MAY

Thailand Cracks Down on illegal Foreign Ownership of Tourist Resorts

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Anna Wong

BANGKOK – In an unprecedented move, authorities in Thailand have launched a massive, sweeping crackdown across the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Law enforcement agencies have uncovered a staggering network of more than 50,000 corporate entities suspected of masking illegal foreign ownership. At the center of this financial web are Thai nationals who are being […]

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MAY

Thailand’s Tourism Sector Pushes Back Against Wave of New Travel Fees

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Naree Srisuk

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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