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Off to a shaky start
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/11/2021
» Two weeks after the country reopened, the private sector is seeing signs of a tourism recovery despite lower-than-expected arrivals of international tourists.
Gearing up for a muted Songkran
News, Published on 14/03/2021
» Tourism operators and workers in major tourist provinces believe the government's proposed plan to allow the annual Songkran festival to go ahead next month could help revitalise the economy even as some remain concerned about health safety.
A region of diverse cultures
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 30/08/2018
» After over a decade of unrest in the Deep South, violence occurs less often and authorities hope to attract tourists to some areas where the situation is under control. One of several routes being promoted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is the Narathiwat-Betong-Pattani route, along which tourists can appreciate beautiful nature and diverse cultures, learn about royal projects and enjoy shopping.
Same same but deliciously different
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 16/08/2018
» When was the last time you visited Pai?” I asked myself while on a van headed to the small town that sits about halfway between the east end of Road 1095 in Chiang Mai’s Mae Taeng district and its west end in the town of Mae Hong Son. With 1,864 curves along its length of 200km, 1095 is notorious asone of the country’s twistiest roads. A rest stop like Pai is a godsend. Over the years, Pai itself has evolved into a popular destination for international and Thai travellers alike. The countryside setting and the mix of ethnic and international cultures make up the charm of this laid-back town surrounded by mountains.
Flying high in the beautiful sky
Life, Pichaya Svasti, Published on 12/04/2018
» The recent "Thailand International Kite Festival 2018" not only attracted kite-flying enthusiasts to see giant fancy and stunt kites from 15 countries but also was a good opportunity for spectators to learn about traditional kites from all regions of Thailand.
Redefining what's 'appropriate'
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 27/11/2017
» After seven years, the first Thai film banned by the Film Act 2008 will see the light of day.
Abhisit relishes Newcastle revival
Sports, Published on 02/07/2017
» The National Council for Peace and Order's ban on holding political activities does not bother former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva much as he has a personal activity to focus on.
Aviation sector leads nosedive
Business, Published on 30/12/2015
» It was a year to forget for Thai business, one of the worst performances ever across the board.
Bid to stop train sex attacks struggles to stay on track
Spectrum, Published on 11/10/2015
» Sexual assault is an all-too-common reality for women across the country. The Public Health Ministry estimates there are almost 90 cases a day, or more than 30,000 incidents each year. Two-thirds of all rapes are committed by someone known to the victim.
The Returned
Spectrum, Published on 28/12/2014
» Despite the generosity of donors rebuilding his village, cashew farmer Som Praivate sometimes feels like a stranger in his island home.