Wego reveals fall top destinations for Kuwait travellers

Wego, a leading online travel marketplace, shares fresh fall travel insights from Kuwait, spotlighting European shoulder‑season favourites alongside value‑led Asia picks. Based on Wego platform trends for Fall 2025, searches are rising for five...

These are the best places to visit in winter sun favourite Thailand

From Chiang Rai’s northern mountain ranges to Chiang Mai’s glittering temples, from the head-spinning wonders of Bangkok — monks on motorbikes, fiery food stalls, flashy rooftop bars — to the rainforests, rivers and ancient ruins at the country’s...

Dive into Digital Guizhou with Nattapong from Thailand

Guizhou, China (ANTARA/PRNewswire)- In the mountains of southwest China lies Guizhou, once known for its rugged landscapes, now emerging as a big data center. With the fusion of imagination and technology, the province is reshaping the future and...

From flower market to fiery wok: A day at White Lotus Thai Cooking School Bangkok

White Lotus Thai Cooking School blends market tours, cooking lessons, and cultural workshops for travellers seeking a deeper Thai experience. THAILAND – Bangkok’s street food is world famous, but for travellers eager to go deeper, the White Lotus...

PATA CEO champions Japan–EU collaboration for sustainable cross-regional tourism

PATA CEO Noor Ahmad Hamid urged stronger Japan–EU cooperation at World Expo 2025, highlighting sustainable growth and balanced tourism strategies. BANGKOK, THAILAND – The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) reaffirmed its commitment to...

Amadeus hackathon in Bangkok advances agentic AI for travel innovation

Amadeus hosted a Bangkok hackathon where Asia Pacific travel firms used agentic AI and Google Cloud tools to reimagine booking. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Amadeus hosted a travel-tech hackathon in Bangkok focused on simplifying traveller experiences,...

Agoda reports strong rise in travel interest to India

Agoda data shows travel searches to India up 24% for Diwali week, with inbound interest growing 67% year-on-year. NEW DELHI, INDIA – Digital travel platform Agoda has reported a sharp rise in travel interest to India during the upcoming Diwali...

Thailand Hits 100,000 Daily Foreign Visitors as China Doubles in Q4

BANGKOK — Thailand’s tourism sector is experiencing strong growth in the final quarter of 2025, with foreign arrivals averaging nearly 100,000 per day and Chinese visitors more than doubling, according to the Ministry of Tourism and Sports....

Thailand to Legalize 700,000 Undocumented Workers from 4 Nations

BANGKOK — Thailand will open a 15-day registration window from October 15-29 for an estimated 500,000 to 700,000 undocumented migrant workers from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam, allowing them to legally stay and work in the country for up...

More foreign tourists stand their ground against Pattaya’s inflated bills

Overcharging disputes continue to trouble Pattaya’s nightlife scene — most recently when a Russian tourist refused to pay a 3,840-baht bar bill, while in another case an Indian tourist claimed a bar manager seized his gold necklace over an...

Bangkok tightens emergency WFH rules to combat PM2.5 crisis in 2026

Additionally, agencies are encouraged to implement regular WFH at least one day per week from January to March 2026. Data on WFH participation — including employee numbers, travel distance, and transport type — will be compiled and submitted to...

China exiles in Thailand lose hope, fearing Beijing's long reach

With tears rolling down his cheeks, detained Chinese political exile Zhou Junyi struggles to make his voice heard over dozens of families visiting Bangkok's main immigration detention centre. Zhou's China Democracy Party, an exile group, organised...

Airport authorities make stunning discovery in traveler's luggage: 'Preventing the country from being used as a hub'

This seizure brought attention to the importance of agencies working together. by Kristen CarrOctober 6, 2025 A 40-year-old woman was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka for attempting to smuggle six live exotic snakes...

Thailand Influencer Awards 2025 Champions Creator Economy Amid AI Revolution

However, she cautioned that adaptation will be crucial. "This market will certainly continue to grow despite global economic volatility, but the path ahead will not be easy. Creators and brands must adapt quickly, paying close attention to global...

Shaping the Future of Hospitality: The Biltmore’s Job Gutierrez Named 2025 HR Leader of the Year

Miami’s hospitality scene is celebrating one of its own. Job Gutierrez, Director of Human Resources at The Biltmore Miami–Coral Gables, has been named the 2025 HR Leader of the Year by both HR Miami and HRABC, South Florida’s leading chapters of...

Deputy PM Suchart drives safe and sustainable tourism at Khao Yai National Park

Deputy Prime Minister Suchart inspects Khao Yai National Park, reviews accessibility and emergency systems, and outlines nine measures to elevate Thailand’s parks to global standards while addressing human–wildlife conflicts and environmental...

Bangkok hotels packed thanks to Blackpink concerts

Blackpink’s upcoming “Deadline” concerts in Bangkok are expected to drive full occupancy at hotels near Rajamangala National Stadium, in line with Thailand’s growing “gig tripping” trend, where up to 40% of the crowds attending music events can...

Western visitors return to Pattaya despite changing nightlife and tourist demographics

European tourists relax on Pattaya Beach, enjoying the sun, mild breeze, and vibrant city energy. (Photo by Jetsada Homklin) PATTAYA, Thailand – Despite decades of word-of-mouth warnings about Pattaya’s evolving nightlife and shifting tourist...

Separate pricing for local and foreign tourists urged

PETALING JAYA: A two-tier payment system for foreign and local tourists should be implemented to promote a more inclusive and sustainable environment for locals travelling domestically, says Datuk T. Murugiah. The MIC vice-president said that it...

Australia’s Travel Hotlist 2021-25: New Favourites, Old Flames And Surprising Drop-Offs

Australians are travelling in two distinct directions, according to a new data-led report from travel consultancy Forward Travel – with some sticking to short-haul comfort zones, while others venture further in search of authentic,...