Mixed Reactions to Russian Tourists Being Allowed to Stay Longer in Thailand
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Tourism operators in Pattaya say they are concerned about the Thai government's visa extension program for Russian tourists as they fear it could bring in an influx of illegal workers who might steal...
Russian President Vladimir Putin Invited to Thailand
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Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin for an official visit to Thailand next year.
Srettha revealed that he has extended the invitation to the Russian President during his meeting...
Ukrainians and Russians stranded in Phuket call for peace during Phuket protest against the...
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Yesterday, the 14th of March 2022, tourists both from Ukraine and Russia who were reportedly facing difficulties in financial transactions, living conditions in Thailand, and were unable to return to their countries due to...
UPDATE: Parents of a Russian Man who Broke into the Phuket Governor’s Office Personally...
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The parents of a young Russian man who broke into the Phuket Governor’s office recently personally apologized to the Governor.
Our previous story:
An erratic and unhinged Russian man broke into the Phuket Governor’s office...
Phuket immigration assisted 1,800 Ukrainian and Russian tourists last month with travel issues
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Phuket immigration officer spokespeople revealed over 1,800 Ukrainian and Russian tourists came to receive aid during the month of March, most with travel-related issues due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
Yesterday, the Phuket immigration...
Thailand Releases Statement Around Terrorist Attacks in Moscow
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In a heartfelt statement released today, Thailand expressed its profound shock and deep sadness over the tragic terrorist attack that occurred in the Moscow region on March 22, 2024. The devastating event led to...
Aeroflot flights from Russia to resume to Phuket
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Flights from Aeroflot Airlines in Russia will be resumed to Phuket in this coming October.
The Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn said, “Direct flights daily from Moscow to...
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...
Russian tourists pack charter flights to Pattaya and Phuket
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 Russian tourists packed Azur Airline and Ikar Airline flights to Pattaya and Phuket, with the expected number of Russian tourists flying to Thailand to reach one million people next year.
Siripakorn Cheawsamoot, Deputy...
More than 50,000 Russian tourists have visited Phuket this month, number one tourist market
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Russian tourists have hit the top of Phuket visitors with more than 50,000 visiting this month, November.
Our previous story:
Russian tourists have hit the top of Phuket visitors in the past ten days.
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