Government Launches Major Discount Campaign for New Year
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Commerce is gearing up for a large-scale promotional event in collaboration with over 300 manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and convenience stores. The event, hosted as a New Year’s gift...
Thai Prime Minister Endorsed Idea of Establishing Entertainment Complexes with Casinos
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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has reportedly endorsed the idea of establishing entertainment complexes with casinos in Thailand, highlighting the potential to transform illegal gambling operations into regulated entities that contribute to the state's...
CAAT Addresses Complaints Over Flight Rescheduling by Nok Air, Advocates Passenger Rights
National—
On November 28th, 2023, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) publicly revealed a discussion with Nok Air during meetings on November 13th and 20th, on complaints about rescheduling flights frequently.
According to a report...
Tourists complain over food prices at local Phuket famous ancient restaurant
Phuket –
Tourists have reportedly complained over food prices at a local famous ancient restaurant in Phuket Town, however, the owner has also responded and stated that due to rising prices of ingredients and...
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 tourism hub.
Narit Therdsteerasukdi, Secretary-General of the Board of Investment (BOI),...
Thailand Targets Massive Tourism Revenue in 2024
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(NNT) - The government is focusing on the tourism sector to generate 3.5 trillion baht this year, promoting Thailand as a year-round destination. In 2023, the country welcomed over 27 million tourists, led by...
International Airports Gearing Up for Expected Surge Travelers During Songkran
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As Thailand prepares for the Songkran festival, its international airports are gearing up for an expected surge in travelers. The Transport Ministry estimates a 28.50% increase in passengers, with around 2.61 million people...
Koh Samui Experiences Tourism Surge: Fully Booked Flights and Hotels Amid Summer Season
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 reported that Bangkok Airways was fully booked for 43 flights...
Royal Thai Air Force’s budget for purchasing F-35 fighter jets approved by Budget Committee
Bangkok -
The Royal Thai Air Force's 2023 3.69-billion-baht budget for purchasing F-35 fighter jets has been approved by the 2023 Budget Committee on Wednesday, August 3rd.
Local media reported this afternoon that the committee has approved...
Thai Tourism Minister Unveils 2023 Foreign Tourist Figures, Highlighting New Year’s Influx
National—
On January 2nd, 2024, Ms. Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the Thai Minister of Tourism and Sports, publicly revealed statistics of foreign tourists visiting Thailand in 2023, with more than 28 million individuals, generating income of over...
