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Election Commission Says MFP Won Sunday's Election

15 May, 2023

The Election Commission concluded its vote counting on Monday morning and announced the Move Forward Party’s victory in the May 14 general election.

Thai General Election Results Are Full Of Surprises

15 May, 2023

The Move Forward Party led by Pita Limjaroenrat appears to have won the most seats in yesterday’s general elections. Thai politicians will now enter a period of intense lobbying and speculation as to who will be able to form a coalition government to run the country.

Move Forward Party Declares Surprise Poll Victory Over Pheu Thai

15 May, 2023

Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat declared a surprise election victory, beating the Pheu Thai party based on 95% of the vote counted by 1.45am on Monday.

Chinese Outpace Russian Arrivals To Phuket

04 May, 2023

The number of Chinese arrivals over the past week surpassed the number of Russian arrivals by more than 4,000, according to the latest report released by Phuket Immigration.

Similan Island Temporary Closure For Natural Environment Restoration On May 16 – Oct 15

04 May, 2023

Similan Island, located in Phang Nga Province, is a popular tourist destination known for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters and spectacular coral reefs.

Chinese Tour Groups Face More Visa Hassles

28 Apr, 2023

Speculation about Chinese zero-sum tourism has intensified after Thai consular officials abroad added extra layers of bureaucracy.

Very, Very Few Expats Will Escape The New Thai Tourism Tax

27 Apr, 2023

The latest notice from the Thai tourism ministry lists the exceptions to the rule that all foreigners must pay on arrival 300 baht at airports and 150 baht by land or sea.

New Magic Theatre Show Unveiled On Samui

21 Apr, 2023

A new world-class magic show has been unveiled on the holiday island of Samui.

Officials Noted That Tourists Only Have Less Than A Month Left To Visit Similan, As The Island Will Be Closed From May 16 To October 15 For The Monsoon.

21 Apr, 2023

People fully enjoyed the week-long of cooling off from the high temperature that also ended the three-year long of waiting on the final day of Songkran or Pattaya Wan Lai Day April 19.

Similan Island In South Thailand To Temporarily Close For Monsoon Season

21 Apr, 2023

Similan Island features unique rock formations, including a sail-shaped rock, a boot-shaped rock and one resembling the head of Donald Duck and visitors can also enjoy various activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving and hiking to the viewpoint that provides a breathtaking view of the sea.

Tourism Fears After Nok Air Stops Flights

21 Apr, 2023

Local tourism is in danger of plummeting after Nok Air, the only commercial air link to the province, stopped its flights to Mae Hong Son.?

About 40 Elephants Sighted Near Resort In Nakhon Nayok Looking For Food

19 Apr, 2023

A herd of about 40 elephants, including several calves, were spotted yesterday (Tuesday) heading for a resort in Mueang district of Nakhon Nayok province from Khao Yai National Park to forage for food.

Operators Seek Clarity On B300 Tourism Fee

19 Apr, 2023

Minister postpones levy to September

Thailand’s Battered Tax On Foreign Tourists Delayed Once Again

19 Apr, 2023

The 300 baht (US$9) levy on foreigners entering the kingdom by air, land or sea has again been put back from June this year to September at the earliest.

Country Celebrates Thai New Year

13 Apr, 2023

Thailand on Thursday officially began celebrating Songkran, or Thai New Year, with locals and foreigners alike flocking to major sites and splashing water on each other nationwide after a three-year suspension due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Over 5m People Set To Travel Over Songkran Holiday Period

10 Apr, 2023

Some 5.1 million people are expected to travel during this year's Songkran Festival

Ko Kradan In South Thailand Named Best Beach In The World

10 Apr, 2023

Ko Kradan, which is part of the Hat Chao Mai National Park, is known for its stunning stretches of powdery white sand beaches.

Travel Revival Robust

10 Apr, 2023

Bangkok fifth on global trend list in 2023, says Airbnb

Pattaya Team Promotes Visit Thailand Year 2023 At ITB Berlin

14 Mar, 2023

The ‘Visit Thailand Year 2023: Amazing New Chapters’ campaign at ITB Berlin 2023 was held from 7-9 March, 2023

Visa Extensions For Sick Foreigners Are Now Tougher To Obtain

02 Mar, 2023

Extending a visa on medical grounds is now much more complicated than showing up at immigration with a passport and the 1,900 fee.

Tourist Entry Fees Confirmed

14 Feb, 2023

Cabinet approves B300 fee for air arrivals, B150 for others, starting in June

‘Amazing Muaythai Festival’ In Hua Hin Traditional ‘Wai Kru’ Ceremony Sets New Guinness World Record

07 Feb, 2023

The Amazing Muaythai Festival 2023 held during 4-6 February 2023 at Rajabhakti Park, HuaHin, Prachuap Kiri Khan successfully promoted Muay Thai to the world.

Centara Extends Trat Hotel Contract

07 Feb, 2023

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has confirmed the signing of a new Hotel Management Agreement with Kanoknat Adhyanasakul, the owners of Centara Chaan Talay Resort & Villas Trat, to continue managing this successful property for a period of 10 more years.

‘Engine Surge’ Likely Cause Of Azur Air Incident

07 Feb, 2023

PHUKET: A retired expat with 50 years’ experience in the aviation industry has suggested that an ‘engine surge’ was the most likely cause of the Incident that saw a fully loaded flight bound for Moscow abort takeoff at Phuket International Airport last Saturday (Feb 4).

Bangkok New Central Station Opens For Long-haul Train Services

20 Jan, 2023

Starting from 1 p.m. today (Jan 19), 52 long-distance trains will depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Station instead of Hua Lamphong.

Tourism Workers Run Short

19 Jan, 2023

Idea of foreign tour guides floated

Thailand’s Plan To Collect 300-baht Fee Excludes Foreigners With Work Permits And Border Passes

14 Jan, 2023

In June, Thailand is likely to begin collecting a 300-baht fee from foreign tourists arriving in the country.

Yet Another New Date For Introduction Of Thai Tax On Foreign Visitors

13 Jan, 2023

Much more detail is required about the new 300 baht tourist tax if travel chaos is to be avoided from June 1.

Chinese Heading To Phuket, Chiang Mai

11 Jan, 2023

Both Chiang Mai and Phuket are expecting to see a significant rise in air travel on direct flights from China from Jan 18, according to local airport authorities.

Thailand Quickly Cancels Vaccine Requirement After Shooting Itself In The Foot

10 Jan, 2023

Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has cancelled with immediate effect the latest requirement for all foreigners to show evidence of at least two vaccination jabs before boarding a flight to Thailand.