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Smog Disrupts Bangkok Air Travel: Flights Diverted

BANGKOK – On the morning of February 2,  dense smog severely reduced visibility at Bangkok’s Don Mueang International Airport, causing several flights to be diverted to Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Samut Prakan.t 7 a.m., visibility at Don Mueang dropped to … Continue reading Smog Disrupts Bangkok Air Travel: Flights Diverted

Thailand: Foreign Arrivals Increase by 26.27%

BANGKOK – Thailand’s tourism industry experienced a significant rebound in 2024, by welcoming 35.54 million foreign tourists, marking a 26.27% increase from the previous year. This surge contributed to a total revenue of 1.67 trillion baht, reflecting a 34% rise, … Continue reading Thailand: Foreign Arrivals Increase by 26.27%

Thailand redefines Luxury Tourism in 2025

BANGKOK – Thailand is poised to redefine luxury tourism in Asia by 2025, with branded residences, regenerative wellness, and culinary tourism shaping its ascent as a premier luxury destination. Experts at the Thailand Tourism Forum (TTF) 2025, held at the … Continue reading Thailand redefines Luxury Tourism in 2025

PATA continues research work with Hong Kong University

BANGKOK/HONG KONG – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the renewal of its partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) for an additional three years, extending their collaboration on the publication of the highly regarded Asia Pacific … Continue reading PATA continues research work with Hong Kong University

Trump’s Defense Secretary Nominee Stumbles Over ASEAN

WASHINGTON – In a tense and revealing moment during the confirmation hearing for the Trump administration’s newly nominated Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, struggled to name the ten member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The exchange … Continue reading Trump’s Defense Secretary Nominee Stumbles Over ASEAN

Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis

BANGKOK – The abduction of Chinese actor Wang Xing in Thailand has dealt a significant blow to the country’s tourism industry, particularly ahead of the peak Lunar New Year travel season. Wang’s disappearance from Mae Sot, a Thai border city, … Continue reading Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis

Thailand Achieves Milestone of 35 Mio Visitors in 2024

BANGKOK – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has proudly announced that the country has surpassed its target of 35 million international visitors in 2024, generating over 1.8 trillion Baht in tourism revenue. This landmark achievement not only marks a … Continue reading Thailand Achieves Milestone of 35 Mio Visitors in 2024

Jeju Air Flight Crashes, 179 Dead, Two Survivors

MUAN — A devastating plane crash at Muan International Airport has claimed the lives of 179 people, with only two survivors, both flight crew members, managing to escape the wreckage. The Boeing 737-800 flight, operated by Jeju Air, was arriving … Continue reading Jeju Air Flight Crashes, 179 Dead, Two Survivors

At Least 96 Dead as Plane Crashes in South Korea

MUAN – A devastating plane crash at Muan Airport in southwestern South Korea has claimed the lives of at least 96 people, with 181 individuals on board. The Jeju Air passenger plane, coming from Bangkok, attempted to land at the … Continue reading At Least 96 Dead as Plane Crashes in South Korea