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Polluted Chiang Mai to suffer at Songkran
Gary Boyle, Published on 02/04/2026
» Northern tourism operators expect a poor showing during the Songkran holiday as the region remains choked by smog, amid weak spending attributed to the war in the Middle East and the subsequent oil shock.
Ministry to address foreign tourists’ complaints on Learning page
Gary Boyle, Published on 01/05/2025
» The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has pledged to address concerns raised by foreign tourists, including dual pricing, following recent complaints on the Bangkok Post Learning Facebook page.
House passes same-sex marriage bill
Gary Boyle, Published on 28/03/2024
» The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a marriage equality bill in a landmark step that moves the country closer to becoming the third in Asia to legalise same-sex unions.
Phuket launches 'crime-free' plan
Gary Boyle, Published on 28/11/2023
» Phuket is launching a scheme that authorities say will help ensure the safety of international tourists during this high season.
Tourism fee to hit all foreigners
Gary Boyle, Published on 15/07/2022
» The planned 300-baht tourism fee is expected to apply to all foreigners without exception, serving as insurance coverage of up to 500,000 baht per person in case of accidents.
Thailand in top 10 for expats
Gary Boyle, Published on 14/07/2022
» Thailand has moved into the top 10 among the best countries for expatriates, rising to 8th place from 14th last year in a survey.
Covid vaccination priorities announced
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/02/2021
» The first 200,000 Covid-19 vaccine doses to arrive on Wednesday will be sent to 13 provinces with high infection rates, the government said.
Covid vaccinations for everyone in Thailand
Gary Boyle, Published on 18/02/2021
» Everyone in Thailand - Thais and foreigners, including migrant workers - will have access to quality and safe Covid-19 vaccines, a government spokesperson said on Thursday.
TAT wants to stop dual pricing, create expat ID card
Gary Boyle, Published on 04/09/2020
» Expats may not be able to join tourism stimulus packages, but the government pledges to end dual pricing as soon as possible.
Ministry wants end to dual pricing
Gary Boyle, Published on 05/08/2020
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry plans to propose to the prime minister the idea of ditching dual pricing at local attractions for expats in Thailand, as well as asking tour operators to make packages for this group.