Thailand: PATA signs MOU with Covention Association ICCA
BANGKOK – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), becoming dedicated partners in establishing meaningful connections between the two organisations. The MOU was signed in conjunction with the 62nd ICCA … Continue reading Thailand: PATA signs MOU with Covention Association ICCA
EMERGING THAI BEACH DESTINATION SICHON
NAKHON SI THAMMARAT, THAILAND: Nakhon Si Thammarat, and in particular emerging beach destination Sichon, is set to embark on an exciting new era of tourism with the opening of a brand-new international airport terminal, allowing overseas visitors to fly straight … Continue reading EMERGING THAI BEACH DESTINATION SICHON
Thailand welcomes tourists from India and Taiwan
BANGKOK – Thailand, one of the most popular destinations for travelers from around the world, has announced a new policy to boost its tourism industry amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Starting from November 10, 2023, tourists from India and Taiwan will … Continue reading Thailand welcomes tourists from India and Taiwan
Bangkok: Three people shot in popular shopping mall
BANGKOK – A tragic event shook the Thai capital today. At least three people have died in the popular Siam Paragon Mall in central Bangkok. A 14-year-old boy is the suspect. The police were able to arrest him after an … Continue reading Bangkok: Three people shot in popular shopping mall
IT&CM Asia: Premier MICE Event in Bangkok
BANGKOK – If you are a professional in the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) industry, you don’t want to miss the IT&CM Asia Travel event. This is the leading international MICE event in Asia, where you can network with … Continue reading IT&CM Asia: Premier MICE Event in Bangkok
Four nations target telecom and gambling crimes
CHIANG MAI – China, Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos joined hands to start a special operation to combat rampant gambling-related fraud and its associated crimes in the region. The initiative was unveiled in Chiang Mai, Thailand in a meeting on August … Continue reading Four nations target telecom and gambling crimes
THAILAND: Government formation effects tourism
BANGKOK – Delay in the formation of the new government has caused the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) to adjust its estimate of tourist arrivals this year down to 28 million, from 30 million, which will reduce estimated tourism revenue … Continue reading THAILAND: Government formation effects tourism
Thailand: Chinese tourists complain about visa fees
BANGKOK – On February 14, the Thai cabinet approved the collection of an entry free on foreign visitors, effective starting on June 1. Those coming by air will need to pay 300 baht ($8) for each trip and those entering … Continue reading Thailand: Chinese tourists complain about visa fees
Thailand plans to impose tourist fee from April
BANGKOK – Thailand is planning to collect a 300 baht ($9) fee from foreign tourist from April to develop attractions and cover accident insurance for foreigners unable to pay costs themselves, senior officials said on Wednesday. Thailand, one of Asia’s … Continue reading Thailand plans to impose tourist fee from April
Thai economy to take 0.3% hit from Omicron
BANGKOK – Thailand’s economy will take a 0.3% hit from an outbreak of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, although it should be managed within the first half of 2022, the country’s central bank governor said on Tuesday. The Bank of … Continue reading Thai economy to take 0.3% hit from Omicron