The 7 best places for solo travelers in Southeast Asia

One day you're staring at waterfalls; the next, skyscrapers. As one of the smaller subregions in the world, Southeast Asia is incredible, with diverse cultures and landscapes that stand vividly distinct once you cross borders. For the solo...

Bangkok Mid-Autumn reception amplifies Thailand's holiday vibe

Atthakorn Sirilatthayakorn, Thai minister of tourism and sports, makes an opening speech at the "Amazing Thailand Mid-Autumn Night 2025" reception. YANG WANLI/CHINA DAILY The Tourism Authority of Thailand hosted a nationwide cultural and tourism...

Thailand deploys B44bn stimulus to spur consumption

PUBLISHED : 7 Oct 2025 at 14:20 Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s government has green-lit a 44 billion baht consumption stimulus programme to boost a weakening economy and its popularity ahead of a general election. The so-called co-payment...

Thailand To Finalise RM40 Tourist Entry Fee Decision Within Four Months

Thailand’s government is edging closer to introducing a long-discussed entry fee for foreign visitors. The proposed charge, intended to support tourist safety and improve travel infrastructure, is expected to be finalised within the next four...

The Medical Travel Company Bags $4.5 Mn To Offer Medical Tourism Solutions

Dineout cofounders’ new healthtech startup The Medical Travel Company (TMTC) has raised $4.5 Mn (around INR 40 Cr) in a seed funding round led by Nexus Venture Partners. The round also saw participation from Kriscore Capital, Ben Stokes, Jofra...

Refugees' hopes rise as Bangkok opens up work opportunities for Burmese nationals

After more than 40 years in camps, thousands of refugees see the prospect of long-awaited change. Karen refugee: ‘I have never seen my homeland’ and ‘if Thailand allowed us to work legally, everything would change’. A workforce that could also...

Bovine beauty! Inside Thailand’s pageant for buffaloes

Thailand hosts a unique beauty pageant for buffaloes. Part of the broader Chonburi Buffalo Racing Festival, the Buffalo Beauty Pageant is a beloved tradition in Thai culture, celebrating the animal’s deep connection to rural life and agriculture....

China braces for travel rush as millions head home at end of 'golden week' holiday

The Chinese transport authorities are preparing for a major travel rush as millions take to the roads and railways at the end of the national "golden week" holiday. The annual holiday, which ends on Wednesday, is one of the busiest times of the...

Thailand moves forward with its Green Tourism Plan 2030

Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports has advanced the Thailand Green Tourism Plan 2030, marking a milestone in the nation’s journey towards sustainable tourism. At the heart of the initiative is the Thailand Good Travel mark, a trusted...

These 5 Diwali Vacations Will Cost You Less Than An iPhone 17 Pro!

Skip iPhone 17 Pro And Take A Vacation To These 5 Visa-Free Countries For Indians That'll Cost You Less Than ₹1,34,900 Let’s face it, international travel always sounds expensive. Airfare, hotels, visas, food… suddenly your dream vacation looks...

Thailand Launches Mid-Autumn Festival Push for Chinese Tourists

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with China by launching a major tourism drive, highlighted by the “Amazing Thailand, Mid-Autumn Night 2025” event. The campaign is part of the ongoing...

Bangkok ranked No.1 best city in the world for Gen Z

We are committed to creating experiences that are good for travellers’ hearts and good for our planet. TAT is driving forward the Green Tourism, Creative Economy, and Local Empowerment initiatives to ensure that Thailand’s tourism growth is...

World Bank warns Thailand and China facing deflationary pressures

He explained that true deflation requires several key factors. Although headline inflation has turned negative, core inflation remains positive, indicating that domestic consumption is still ongoing. Thailand’s employment rate has not changed...

Your guide to top visa-free travel destinations for South Africans

With the endless paperwork, costs and uncertainty that come with visa applications, more travelers are choosing to make more green mamba-friendly choices. Whether it’s the tranquil beaches of Mauritius, the exotic landscape of Thailand or the...

Agoda Highlights Rise of Secondary Destinations in Travel Ahead of World Tourism Day

Singapore (ANTARA/PRNewswire)- Digital travel platform Agoda is spotlighting the growing appeal of secondary destinations this World Tourism Day. As travelers increasingly seek unique experiences, Agoda notes a rise in accommodation searches for...

Thailand after dark offers unforgettable experiences across the kingdom

From vibrant night markets and riverside promenades to illuminated temples, cultural festivals, and rooftop city views, Thailand after dark showcases the nation’s creativity, heritage, and lifestyle long after sunset, offering travellers endless...

Thailand’s End of Buddhist Lent Festivals Illuminate the Spirit of the Kingdom

Tak Bat Thewo in Uthai Thani. BANGKOK, Thailand – As the monsoon rains begin to subside and the emerald green of the rice fields deepens, a profound spiritual energy, almost palpable, stirs across the regional provinces of Thailand. This is the...

Ditch Phuket’s crowds for these beautiful Thailand islands instead

With miles of golden sand beaches stretching along its western flank; gorgeous temples, mosques and churches dotted around the villages and hillsides; internationally revered Michelin restaurants; a culturally rich and recently regenerated old...

Thailand to introduce tourist tax for visitors soon

Thailand’s new minister of tourism and sports has announced plans to begin collecting a 300-baht tourism tax, as reported by Bangkok Post. This scheme was first proposed in 2020 but delayed for years. The tax will apply to visitors entering...

Is Thai Airways aiming to redefine premium economy with business-class comfort?

Looks like Thai Airways wants to blur the lines between comfort and class. How, you may ask? Well, the airline recently unveiled a new feature, Premium Economy Plus, which was announced quietly on their official Facebook page. The highlight? They...