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Tourism meets culture
News, Published on 21/03/2026
» A proposal to merge Thailand's culture and tourism portfolios to strengthen the country's cultural "soft power" could boost high-value tourism, but bureaucratic reform and greater private-sector involvement will be crucial for the strategy to succeed, according to a former tourism minister.
Tourism groups eye B15bn stimulus
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 21/03/2026
» Seven tourism associations under the Federation of Thai Tourism Associations (Fetta) have called for stimulus projects worth a combined 15 billion baht, including cash handouts to local tourists, to prevent an industry downturn due to the Gulf war.
Volatility easing as traders adjust to war
Business, Published on 21/03/2026
» Trade on Thai and global stock markets has been volatile this month amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East. This week, attacks on energy infrastructure by both the Israeli-US and Iranian sides are having a direct impact on energy prices and availability.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: March 20-26
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 20/03/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Royal Thai Khao Chae returns for the summer season at DusitThani Hua Hin
Published on 20/03/2026
» Hua Hin, Thailand – March 2026 – With the arrival of Thailand’s warm season, one of the country’s most cherished seasonal dishes returns to the table. At Benjarong, Dusit Thani Hua Hin, guests are invited to enjoy Royal Thai Khao Chae, a traditional summer delicacy that reflects the elegance and cultural heritage of Thai cuisine.
Energy woes dent Songkran travel sentiment
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 20/03/2026
» Tourism operators are increasingly concerned about declining energy confidence, fearing it could dampen their high expectations for the upcoming Songkran holiday.
Jungceylon to kick off summer campaign in Phuket
Published on 18/03/2026
» Phuket Square Co., Ltd., the management of Jungceylon Shopping Center in Patong, Phuket, is preparing to welcome the summer season with a series of activities aimed at attracting food lovers and shopping enthusiasts through its “Hot Summer Sale” campaign, offering discounts of up to 70%.
Pause For The Season With Cooling Khao Chae
Published on 18/03/2026
» Bangkok, Thailand (18 March 2026) – This April, JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok invites guests to pause and refresh with Khao Chae, a time-honoured Thai summer dish served at Bangkok Baking Company (BBCO). Rooted in royal Thai tradition and closely associated with the Songkran festival, Khao Chae offers a moment of calm through delicate flavours, fragrant aromas, and thoughtful preparation.
Inspections into oil hoarding ordered
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 18/03/2026
» The permanent secretary for energy, Prasert Sinsukprasert, has ordered urgent inspections into suspected oil hoarding, warning that violators will face legal action.
Thai hoteliers jittery over energy prices
Published on 17/03/2026
» Hotel operators in Thailand consider high energy prices more troubling than mass cancellations as only one month remains in the high tourism season, resulting in requests for the government to promote domestic travel during the Songkran holiday to help maintain occupancy rates.