Governor of Thai Tourism Authority Announces Plans for World Songkran Festival to Boost Tourism...
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On February 8th, 2024, Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, the governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), gave a statement on a preparatory meeting for...
Police Arrest Artifact Looters and Seize Around 1,000 Relics
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Police, in collaboration with the Fine Arts Department, have arrested three suspects involved in looting artifacts from multiple archaeological sites. Approximately 1,000 pieces...
Thailand Welcomes Over 17.5 Million International Tourists in First Half of 2024
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On July 4th, 2024, Thai Government spokesperson Chai Watcharong announced the successful outcome of the government’s efforts to boost tourism in the first...
Phuket to Hold Annual Por Tor, or Hungry Ghost, Festival 2025
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Phuket is set to celebrate one of its most spiritually rich traditions—the Por Tor Festival, also known as the Hungry Ghost Festival—between September 4th...
Phuket Annual Food Festival Showcases Local Flavors and Culture
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May 8–12, 2026 - The annual Phuket Food Festival returns this year with a great celebration of local cuisine, culture, and...
Annual Phuket Heroines’ Festival in Thalang is Underway – PHOTO TOUR
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The annual Phuket Heroines’ Festival in Thalang is underway. Historical performances started the festival on Wednesday night on March 13th which marks 'Thalang...
Thailand Winter Festival 2024 Set to Showcase 7 Wonders This Holiday Season
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On October 29th, 2024, Mr. Sorawong Thienthong, the Minister of Tourism and Sports, announced the "Thailand Winter Festival 2024," organized by the Tourism...
Sacred Procession Unites Phuket in Reverence During Vegetarian Festival
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On the eighth day of Phuket’s annual Vegetarian Festival, the island witnessed one of its most revered rituals: the “Iew Keng” procession, led...
Thailand Named Top LGBTQ+Destination in Lonely Planet Guide
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Thailand has been featured in Lonely Planet’s newly released The LGBTQ+ Travel Guide, a publication highlighting 50 global destinations that offer safe and...
Phuket to hold Moon Festival in Phuket Old Town
Phuket-
The Moon Festival will be held in Phuket Old Town on this upcoming Saturday.
The festival will be held on September 10th from 9:00 P.M....
