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Visa-free stay to be cut for quality boost
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 23/04/2026
» Thailand is preparing to end the 60-day visa-free scheme to improve screening and support sustainable growth in the tourism sector, according to Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul.
Hoteliers call for more direct flights
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 06/04/2026
» The Thai Hotels Association's Southern Chapter has urged the authorities to increase direct flights from Europe to Phuket to stabilise tourism amid travel disruptions caused by the Middle East war.
Thai tourism hit, arrivals fall by 30%
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 03/04/2026
» The tourism industry is calling for urgent support measures after visitor numbers fell by about 30% in the first month following the start of the Middle East war, with operators warning of continued pressure into the second and third quarters.
Heatwave, fuel shortage drives price surges in Yala
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 09/03/2026
» The intensifying dry season and growing concerns over global oil disruption have raised food prices while limiting fuel supplies in the major Yala district of Betong.
Chinese tourists extend stays over Lunar New Year
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 25/02/2026
» More Chinese tourists have chosen longer stays in Phuket for the Lunar New Year holiday after travel plans to Japan were disrupted, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Red tape delaying needed trash furnace for Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 24/02/2026
» PHUKET - The planned new waste management plant for Phuket is still at least two years away because of delays in receiving approval from state agencies, according to the provincial governor.
Phuket boosts tourism ties with Middle East
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/02/2026
» Phuket has stepped up efforts to expand high-quality tourism markets and strengthen international ties, with a major roadshow in the Middle East and the official opening of a Kazakhstan consulate in the province.
Phuket eyes booming New Year
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 18/12/2025
» Phuket: The island province's tourism authority has forecast a bright New Year 2026 season, with an increase in international arrivals and over a billion baht in circulation during the period.
New European routes boost tourism prospects: TAT
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 11/12/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has hailed its airline-focused tourism promotion plan, following Norse Atlantic Airways' introduction of five additional routes from Europe to Bangkok and Phuket.
Queen leads Vayu to top score in Phuket King’s Cup Regatta final round
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 06/12/2025
» PHUKET - Her Majesty the Queen competed in the final round of the 37th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta on Saturday, serving as navigator for the Vayu sailing team in the IRC Zero class aboard the yacht THA72.