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In a move to boost tourism and economic growth, the Thai cabinet has announced an extension of the visa-free scheme for Russian visitors. Starting May 1st, Russians can enjoy a 60-day visa exemption, but this is shorter than before, replacing the previous 90-day programme set to conclude at April’s...
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Thailand Enters Low Tourism Season: Industry Faces Challenges Post-Songkran, Hopes Rest...
National—
On April 22nd, 2024, Mr. Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, the President of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), publicly revealed that Thailand is officially entering...
Thai Cabinet Approves Visa Exemption for Russian Tourists, But Changed from...
Thailand-
In a move to boost tourism and economic growth, the Thai cabinet has announced an extension of the visa-free scheme for Russian visitors. Starting...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Total of 287...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 15h, to...
Thai Prime Minister Affirmed to Ensure Protection of Thai Citizens Amidst...
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has affirmed his commitment to ensure the protection of Thai citizens amidst the latest round of military flare-ups along...
Don Mueang Airport Recognized as Top Ten Budget Airline Terminals Globally
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Don Mueang International Airport has been recognized as one of the top ten budget airline terminals globally, securing the 10th position in the...
Phuket Aims for Enhanced Safety and Security: Thai Prime Minister Holds...
Phuket, Thailand–
In a bid to bolster safety and security for both residents and tourists, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently convened discussions with Phuket...
Taxi Motorbike Rider Surrenders after Stabbing Another Rider in Phuket Town
Phuket, Thailand –
In a recent incident that unfolded in Phuket Town, a taxi motorbike rider has turned himself in to the local authorities...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Thai Prime Minister Visited...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Woman Rescued after Getting Lost at the Black Rock in Rawai
Rawai –
A 63-year-old Thai woman was rescued after she got lost at the Black Rock Cliff in Rawai on Sunday night (April 21st). ...
57-Year-Old Thai Man Dies After Motorbike Crash in Chalong
Chalong –
A 57-year-old Thai motorbike rider has been pronounced dead at the scene after a motorbike crash in Chalong.
The Chalong Police were notified of...
Canadian National Arrested for Cocaine Possession and Illegally Working in Phuket
Patong, Phuket —
A 41-year-old Canadian man was arrested in Patong, Phuket, for possessing ecstasy and cocaine and working without a work permit on April...
Multiple-Vehicle Collision on Thepkasattri Road in Phuket Leaves Four People Injured
Phuket—
At 1:10 AM, on April 21st, 2024, Thalang police officers received a multiple-vehicle collision report from locals on Thepkasattri Road, Thalang, Phuket.
Thalang emergency services...
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Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Total of 287...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 15h, to...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Thai Prime Minister Visited...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Songkran World Water...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 8th, to...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Songkran Seven Days Road...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Hualien’s Most Powerful...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 1st, to...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Crackdown on Foreigners Using Thais...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Same-Sex Marriage Legalized,...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 25th, to...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Crackdown on Foreigners Breaking...
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Massive Gambling Den...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, March 18th, to...
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Don Mueang Airport Recognized as Top Ten Budget Airline Terminals Globally
PRESS RELEASE:
Don Mueang International Airport has been recognized as one of the top ten budget airline terminals globally, securing the 10th position in the...
Thai Hotels Association Reports Strong Booking Rates for Songkran, Anticipates Tourism...
National—
On April 20th, 2024, Mr. Tienprasit Chaiyapatanan, the President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), publicly revealed satisfying accommodation booking rates for large Songkran...
Thailand Gearing Up for Extended Three-Week Songkran Festival, Projected Revenues Reaching...
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Thailand is gearing up for an extended three-week Songkran festival this year, with projected revenues reaching tens of billions of baht. Thanks to...
International Airports Gearing Up for Expected Surge Travelers During Songkran
PRESS RELEASE:
As Thailand prepares for the Songkran festival, its international airports are gearing up for an expected surge in travelers. The Transport Ministry estimates...
Thai Prime Minister Endorsed Idea of Establishing Entertainment Complexes with Casinos
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has reportedly endorsed the idea of establishing entertainment complexes with casinos in Thailand, highlighting the potential to transform illegal...
Thai ฺBOI Approves Support for International Festivals to Boost Tourism
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The Board of Investment (BOI) has approved promotion for “Music, Sports, and International Festival Businesses” to position Thailand as a global destination and...
Koh Samui Experiences Tourism Surge: Fully Booked Flights and Hotels Amid...
Surat Thani—
On March 27th, 2024, Koh Samui local media reported a large number of foreign tourists flocking to Koh Samui, Surat Thani. It was...
Thailand and India to Raise Frequency of Flights
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Mr. Suthipong Kongpool, Director of the Civil Aviation Authority, along with Thai government officials and airline officials, discussed the topic of increasing the...
Visa-Free Policy Expected to Triple Chinese Arrivals in Thailand
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Five Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) overseas offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Kunming, Chengdu, and Guangzhou have collected tourism data as a result of...
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Thailand Enters Low Tourism Season: Industry Faces Challenges Post-Songkran, Hopes Rest...
National—
On April 22nd, 2024, Mr. Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, the President of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), publicly revealed that Thailand is officially entering...
Thai Cabinet Approves Visa Exemption for Russian Tourists, But Changed from...
Thailand-
In a move to boost tourism and economic growth, the Thai cabinet has announced an extension of the visa-free scheme for Russian visitors. Starting...
Top National Thailand Stories From the Past Week: Total of 287...
Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, April 15h, to...
Thai Prime Minister Affirmed to Ensure Protection of Thai Citizens Amidst...
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has affirmed his commitment to ensure the protection of Thai citizens amidst the latest round of military flare-ups along...
Don Mueang Airport Recognized as Top Ten Budget Airline Terminals Globally
PRESS RELEASE:
Don Mueang International Airport has been recognized as one of the top ten budget airline terminals globally, securing the 10th position in the...
Phuket Aims for Enhanced Safety and Security: Thai Prime Minister Holds...
Phuket, Thailand–
In a bid to bolster safety and security for both residents and tourists, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently convened discussions with Phuket...
Phang Nga Celebrates Successful 15th Leatherback Turtle Hatchery of the Season
Phang Nga—
On April 20th, 2024, Phuket local media reported a social post from Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Mueang National Park regarding the 15th leatherback turtle...
Thai Hotels Association Reports Strong Booking Rates for Songkran, Anticipates Tourism...
National—
On April 20th, 2024, Mr. Tienprasit Chaiyapatanan, the President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), publicly revealed satisfying accommodation booking rates for large Songkran...
Wanted British Man Arrested after Being Found Begging on Pha Ngan...
Surat Thani –
A wanted British man Allegedly involved with illegal drugs on Samui Island was arrested after he was found begging on Pha Ngan...
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Phuket Aims for Enhanced Safety and Security: Thai Prime Minister Holds...
Phuket, Thailand–
In a bid to bolster safety and security for both residents and tourists, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin recently convened discussions with Phuket...
Thai Prime Minister Inspects Phuket Infrastructure Development and Traffic Solutions
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Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin conducted an on-site inspection to monitor the progress of infrastructure construction and address issues in the area of...
Thai Prime Minister Urges Police to Crackdown on Influential Figures
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has directed the Provincial Police Region 8 Commander in Phuket Province to intensify efforts in apprehending individuals with bad...
Prime Minister Scheduled to Visit Phuket to Review Traffic Management and...
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is scheduled to visit Phuket province on Friday (Apr 19) to review several key traffic management and infrastructure projects....
Thai Government Prepares as Iran-Israel Tensions Escalate
PRESS RELEASE from National News Bureau of Thailand-
Iran launched a military assault on Israel early Sunday (Apr 14), firing over 200 drones, ballistic missiles,...
Thai Prime Minister Endorsed Idea of Establishing Entertainment Complexes with Casinos
PRESS RELEASE:
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has reportedly endorsed the idea of establishing entertainment complexes with casinos in Thailand, highlighting the potential to transform illegal...
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