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
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
Remembering the Victims of the 2004 Tsunami
BANGKOK/JAKARTA – On December 26, 2004, a catastrophic earthquake off the coast of Sumatra triggered one of the deadliest tsunamis in modern history, claiming the lives of nearly 230,000 people across 14 countries, with Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand … Continue reading Remembering the Victims of the 2004 Tsunami
A Dazzling Fusion of Light, Culture, and Innovation
BANGKOK – Bangkok has become a beacon of nighttime tourism with the launch of the Bangkok Illumination Festival 2024, a spectacular event designed to showcase the city’s cultural vibrancy and innovative spirit. Hosted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) … Continue reading A Dazzling Fusion of Light, Culture, and Innovation
Thailand Shines at CineAsia 2024, 1.500 professionals attending
BANGKOK – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) proudly participated in CineAsia 2024, solidifying the nation’s position as a premier destination for filmmakers and a key player in the global film industry. Held from December 9-12 at Icon Cineconic and … Continue reading Thailand Shines at CineAsia 2024, 1.500 professionals attending
AIRCALIN opens new route between Bangkok and Paris
BANGKOK – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) welcomed Aircalin’s inaugural Noumea–Bangkok–Paris service, a pivotal milestone in positioning Thailand as a key transit point between the Asia-Pacific and Europe. By selecting Bangkok as a strategic stopover, Aircalin offers travelers seamless … Continue reading AIRCALIN opens new route between Bangkok and Paris
PATA Travel Mart 2025 Returning to Bangkok
BANGKOK – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced that PATA Travel Mart 2025 will be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from August 26-28, 2025. This announcement, made by PATA CEO Noor Ahmad Hamid during the closing of the PATA … Continue reading PATA Travel Mart 2025 Returning to Bangkok
Thai PM Condemns Myanmar Navy’s Use of Force
BANGKOK – Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra criticized Myanmar’s navy after it fired on Thai fishing boats on November 30, killing one fisherman, injuring two, and detaining dozens. The vessels were reportedly 7.4-10.6km inside Myanmar’s waters near Ranong, though Ms. … Continue reading Thai PM Condemns Myanmar Navy’s Use of Force