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Authorities probe price-gouging on Bangkok-Hat Yai flights amid flood crisis
Gary Boyle, Published on 01/12/2025
» The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has launched an investigation into allegations that airlines cancelled passengers’ bookings and resold the same seats at significantly higher prices on the Bangkok-Hat Yai route as southern provinces battle severe flooding.
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.
Tourists avoid soaked Chiang Mai
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/09/2024
» A month of flooding in the North has led to a dire low season in Chiang Mai this year, as tourists cancel plans and avoid the whole region, according to the Tourism Council of Chiang Mai.
Airlines to cut Songkran fares
Gary Boyle, Published on 12/03/2024
» Six airlines will add 104 flights and give a discount of about 20% on early morning and late night domestic flights during the Songkran holiday.
Netizens dislike pricey Phuket airfares
Gary Boyle, Published on 16/02/2024
» Social media saw many comments this week from local travellers complaining about the high price of airfares to Phuket.
Airfares expected to fall
Gary Boyle, Published on 28/12/2023
» Airfares are expected to gradually fall next year due to an increase in licensed airlines and a higher number of aircraft, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).
Chinese buyers cool on Thailand
Gary Boyle, Published on 15/08/2023
» Thailand dipped to fifth among destinations for Chinese property buyers, down one spot from last year and the top ranking in 2021, due to a slow recovery of travel and pricey flights.
Tourism likely to disappoint this week
Gary Boyle, Published on 01/05/2023
» With a long holiday this week, Pattaya and Rayong tourism operators do not expect an influx of domestic tourists following the Songkran festival.
Tourism fee to start by September
Gary Boyle, Published on 20/04/2023
» The tourism and sports minister has confirmed that collection of the 300-baht tourism fee will not be delayed beyond September, while the ministry plans to ask police to clear out "zero-dollar tours" and illegal tours.
Airlines defend pricey tickets
Gary Boyle, Published on 11/04/2023
» Airlines are defending their expensive tickets, saying the rates reflect a spike in costs due to surging fuel prices and several other factors.