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This year, Songkran hits a little bit different
Life, Niki Chatikavanij, Published on 11/04/2026
» As Thais gear up for the upcoming Songkran holiday, I can't help but notice how this year's highly anticipated days off and time off work have a bit more nuance to them than usual. Granted, people are still discussing rest, relaxation and how they will fully utilise their time away from the office, whilst the jetset crowd will undoubtedly make full use of flying overseas and avoiding Middle Eastern routes, but something feels a bit different this year.
Airlines adjust operations amid ceasefire
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/04/2026
» Despite a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, Thai airlines still have to adjust their operational strategies for the summer schedule to match travel demand dampened by concerns over uncertainty surrounding the oil crisis.
Flights up, passengers down over break
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/04/2026
» Suvarnabhumi airport anticipates handling 1.82 million passengers over the 10-day Songkran holiday period (April 10–19), averaging about 182,000 travellers per day, says director Kittipong Kittikachorn.
Phuket steps up safety for Songkran
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 09/04/2026
» Safety and service preparations are underway for the upcoming Songkran Festival -- from tomorrow until next Wednesday -- at Phuket International Airport, although a modest decline in both flights and passenger traffic is forecast compared with last year, the airport says.
Iran truce spurs hopes for world economy, but recovery will be rocky
AFP, Published on 08/04/2026
» PARIS (FRANCE) - The ceasefire agreed between Iran and the United States should bring some relief to a world economy that has been roiled since the start of hostilities on February 28, even if not all sectors will rebound at the same pace.
Chiang Mai adds three districts to wildfire disaster zones
Online Reporters, Published on 08/04/2026
» Chiang Mai has declared three additional districts disaster areas as runaway forest fires continue to burn across the northern province, worsening smoke haze and raising concerns over public health.
Air force clarifies US military flights at Krabi airport
Online Reporters, Published on 08/04/2026
» The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has sought to calm public concern over frequent landings by US military aircrafts at Krabi International Airport, saying the flights are routine and have no connection to the Middle East conflict.
Jet fuel supply could take months to recover after Hormuz reopening
Reuters, Published on 08/04/2026
» SINGAPORE — The head of a body representing global airlines said on Wednesday that even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz it would take months for jet fuel supply to recover given disruptions to Middle East refining capacity.
Proposed tax on arrivals draws mixed reactions
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/04/2026
» Tourism operators have expressed mixed views on the new government's plan to levy a 300‑baht tourism tax, as it may affect travel sentiment amid sluggish tourism caused by the Middle East crisis.
