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Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy records 33% drop in Vietnamese tourists this year

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy records 33% drop in Vietnamese tourists this year

The number of Vietnamese tourists to Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, reached 600,000 so far this year, down 33% from last year amid growing safety concerns.
Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy eyes 34.9 million visitors next year

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy eyes 34.9 million visitors next year

Thailand to raise airport tax for international passengers from 2026 to fund terminal upgrades

Thailand to raise airport tax for international passengers from 2026 to fund terminal upgrades

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy lifts afternoon ban on alcohol sale

Southeast Asia's 2nd largest economy lifts afternoon ban on alcohol sale

Thailand's National Alcohol Policy Committee has decided to lift the long-standing ban on alcohol sales between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., aiming to encourage spending during peak tourist seasons.
November 14, 2025 | 02:52 pm PT
Daytime drinking could be fined $300 in Thailand under new law

Daytime drinking could be fined $300 in Thailand under new law

Those found sitting and drinking alcohol in restaurants across Thailand outside permitted hours (11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to midnight) could be fined up to 10,000 baht (US$300) under a new regulation that took effect on Nov. 8.
November 9, 2025 | 07:04 pm PT
What tourists need to know as Thailand begins year-long mourning for queen mother's death

What tourists need to know as Thailand begins year-long mourning for queen mother's death

Some tourist landmarks remain closed for royal ceremonies, and visitors are encouraged to wear respectful clothing as Thailand begins a year of mourning for Queen Mother Sirikit.
November 3, 2025 | 04:49 pm PT
United Airlines returns to Thailand after 11 years with new Los Angeles – Bangkok route

United Airlines returns to Thailand after 11 years with new Los Angeles – Bangkok route

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has officially welcomed United Airlines' inaugural flight UA820 on the Los Angeles – Bangkok route, marking the first direct service by a U.S. carrier to Thailand in over 11 years.
November 2, 2025 | 06:28 pm PT
Safety warning: World’s worst city for pickpocketing and scams revealed

Safety warning: World’s worst city for pickpocketing and scams revealed

Thailand’s Bangkok has been ranked the worst city globally for pickpocketing and scams, according to U.K.-based insurance price comparison website Compare the Market.
October 25, 2025 | 10:47 pm PT
China warns of cheap tours in Thailand after tourists forced to buy expensive goods

China warns of cheap tours in Thailand after tourists forced to buy expensive goods

The Chinese Embassy in Thailand has warned citizens about "cheap tour" scams that pressure tourists into buying overpriced goods and urged caution while booking travel agents.
October 16, 2025 | 03:44 pm PT
Southeast Asia's second largest economy expects year-end events to draw 12 million visitors

Southeast Asia's second largest economy expects year-end events to draw 12 million visitors

Thailand, the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, aims to attract 12 million international visitors and generate a revenue of over 580 billion baht (about US$15.7 billion) thanks to the year-end tourism stimulus measures.
October 16, 2025 | 03:43 pm PT
Blackpink's Lisa appointed Thailand tourism ambassador amid prolonged crisis

Blackpink's Lisa appointed Thailand tourism ambassador amid prolonged crisis

Lisa of the South Korean girl group Blackpink has been appointed the Amazing Thailand ambassador for the next 12 months to promote Thailand's tourism image worldwide.
October 15, 2025 | 07:04 pm PT
Bangkok named Asia's best holiday destination for 2025

Bangkok named Asia's best holiday destination for 2025

Bangkok has been ranked as the best city to visit in Asia for 2025 by Smart Travel Asia, a leading digital travel magazine, based on the opinions of hundreds of thousands of travelers and readers worldwide.
October 12, 2025 | 06:33 pm PT
Malaysia is '400 times more beautiful' than Thailand, professor says

Malaysia is '400 times more beautiful' than Thailand, professor says

A heated debate erupted on social media after a Malaysian academic claimed Malaysia's natural landscapes are "400 times more beautiful" than Thailand's.
October 1, 2025 | 06:30 pm PT
Thailand deploys AI for security during peak tourism season

Thailand deploys AI for security during peak tourism season

Thailand is launching a major security overhaul backed by advanced technology in a proactive push to welcome at least two million Chinese tourists over the next four months.
September 28, 2025 | 06:29 pm PT
Thailand's tourism revenue forecast to slump 20% in 2025

Thailand's tourism revenue forecast to slump 20% in 2025

Thailand's tourism sector is facing a significant post-pandemic challenge, with the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) forecasting that revenue from foreign visitors in 2025 will fall by over 20% compared to pre-Covid levels.
September 28, 2025 | 04:24 pm PT
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