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Infrastructure upgrades propopsed to lift Thai tourism
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/10/2025
» The Ministry of Transport wants to upgrade infrastructure to facilitate travellers, proposing an extension of a high-speed railway from U-tapao airport to Rayong and Trat, and attracting more direct flights to Krabi airport from the congested Phuket airport while a new airport in Phangnga is constructed.
Bangkok to raise fares on green line extensions from Nov 1
Online Reporters, Published on 24/10/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has announced a fare adjustment for the Green Line electric train extensions, which will take effect from Nov 1, 2025. The move aims to offset operational losses and ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the city’s mass transit system.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: Oct 24-30
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 24/10/2025
» Guru By Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Japan ruling party proposes higher departure tax for international travellers
Published on 24/10/2025
» Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Thursday called for hiking the departure tax from the current 1,000 yen (215 baht) per person, hoping to use the increased revenue to address challenges posed by a surge in inbound tourism.
Chow Tai Fook keen to expand abroad
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 24/10/2025
» The rebounding tourism sector not only gives a boost to local hotels and tourism-related businesses, but also to Chinese jewellery brand Chow Tai Fook as the Hong Kong-listed firm aims to capitalise on the growth of affluent Chinese travellers and a growing middle class in Southeast Asia.
Galaxy advises big tourism swing
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/10/2025
» Thailand should set an ambitious target of 45-60 million arrivals by the period of 2030 to 2035, pushing stakeholders to cooperate and keep pace with fast-growing Asia-Pacific tourism, says Galaxy Resorts Thailand.
Businesses in tourist areas to receive extra tax breaks
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 24/10/2025
» The government has expanded its double tax deduction programme for corporate expenses on training, seminars and domestic travel, extending eligibility to selected districts in major tourist provinces to help stimulate local economies and promote regional tourism.
No foreign guides, govt warns
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 24/10/2025
» The Labour Ministry has issued a stern warning that tour guiding is a profession strictly reserved for Thai nationals, and that foreigners working as guides will face legal action or deportation.
Suphajee at Asean-Apec meetings
News, Post Reporters, Published on 24/10/2025
» Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun is heading to Malaysia and South Korea for the Asean-Apec meetings from today till Nov 1.
New movies out this week: Oct 23-29
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 23/10/2025
» New releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.