Thai Businesses Welcome Eased Alcohol Rules, See Boost for Tourism
Thailand’s private sector expects tourism to benefit from a government decision to relax alcohol restrictions, even as health officials warn of potential risks. The National Alcohol Beverage Policy Committee on November 13 approved lifting the ban
Bhutan’s Drukair to Join Amadeus Platform, Expanding Global Reach
Drukair, the national carrier of Bhutan, will soon distribute its fares and schedules through Amadeus, one of the world’s largest travel technology providers, in a move aimed at boosting the airline’s international visibility
Chiang Rai’s White Temple Doubles Admission Fee for Foreign Tourists
Wat Rong Khun, commonly called the White Temple, will double its admission fee for foreign visitors to 200 baht ($6.20) starting January 1, 2026
Thai Businesses Urge Govt to Ease Alcohol Rules Amid Tourist Confusion
Business operators in Thailand’s tourism sector are calling on the government to urgently clarify and relax enforcement under the new Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, warning that confusion and strict rules could drive away foreign tourists during the peak season.
Thai Navy Rescues Four Russian Tourists Stranded on Maiton Island
The Royal Thai Navy’s Third Area Command rescued four foreign tourists stranded on a cliff area of Maiton Island late Thursday night after their speedboat ran aground on rocks.
Tourists Face Long Queues, Hours-Long Waits for Koh Lanta Ferry
Tourists traveling to Koh Lanta in Krabi province have complained through media outlets about having to endure long queues with traffic jams stretching several kilometers and waiting for several hours
One Map Resolves Tha Pla Ownership; New Chapter Emerges
One such destination is Tha Pla, a hidden gem in Uttaradit Province, where visitors can immerse themselves in the rhythm of local life
Chiang Mai Welcomes Direct Flights from UAE via Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways has launched direct flights connecting Abu Dhabi with Chiang Mai, marking the first-ever route between the northern Thai city and the United Arab Emirates.
Thailand Tourism Hits 26.8M Visitors, $38B Revenue in 10 Months
Thailand received 26.89 million international visitors during the first 10 months of 2025 (January 1 - November 2), generating approximately 1.24 trillion baht ($38 billion) in tourism revenue
New QR Payment Link Set to Boost Thai-Chinese Tourism and Trade
The Bank of Thailand (BOT) on Thursday launched a cross-border QR payment linkage with China, making it the ninth country to join Thailand’s regional real-time payment network.
