Thailand Enters Low Tourism Season: Industry Faces Challenges Post-Songkran, Hopes Rest on Chinese Visitors
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On April 22nd, 2024, Mr. Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, the President of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA), publicly revealed that Thailand is officially entering the low season. Thai Tourism operators may struggle with low...
Thai Cabinet Approves Visa Exemption for Russian Tourists, But Changed from 90 Days to...
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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...
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 latest rankings by a UK-based consulting firm specializing in airline...
57-Year-Old Thai Man Dies After Motorbike Crash in Chalong
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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 the accident on Sunday (April 21st) on the Chao Fa...
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 and police officers were dispatched to the accident scene and...
Thai Hotels Association Reports Strong Booking Rates for Songkran, Anticipates Tourism Challenges Amid Middle...
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On April 20th, 2024, Mr. Tienprasit Chaiyapatanan, the President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), publicly revealed satisfying accommodation booking rates for large Songkran events from April 13th to 15th with 90% of hotels...
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 Phuket province.
The Prime Minister arrived at Phuket International Airport to...
Russian and Israeli Motorbike Riders Arrested for Drunk Driving in Patong
Patong –
Russian and Israeli Motorbike riders were arrested in Patong for drunk driving.
The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that earlier this week they had set up a police checkpoint on the Phra Metta...
Thailand Announces Total of 287 Deaths in the ‘Songkran Seven Days of Road Safety...
Thailand –
A total of 2,044 road accidents, with 2,060 injuries and 287 deaths, were reported on Thursday (April 18th) by the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) in the ‘Seven Days of Road...
Phuket Finishes Songkran With Only One Death in the ‘Songkran Seven Days of Road...
Phuket –
Phuket has announced a total of one death with 49 road accidents and 48 injuries in the seven days (April 11th, 2024 to April 17th, 2024) of the ‘Songkran Road Safety Campaign 2024′.
The...
