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The latest crackdowns against accused members of Chinese triads are not just cops routinely chasing after baddies. The much-reported case of Chaiyanat "Tuhao" Kornchayanant, an alleged leader of a Chinese crime syndicate who turned himself in to the police, shows these suspects are not small-time but are well-connected and powerful…

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Singer Tono visits cash-strapped Lao hospital to discuss equipment needs

NAKHON PHANOM: Khammouane Provincial Hospital in Laos has told singer-actor Pakin "Tono" Kumwilaisak it needs 25 pieces of medical equipment.

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Covid cases spike as tourism recovery gains steam

The government has reported a surge in serious Covid-19 infections and deaths, just as the country is seeing a rebound in foreign tourist arrivals that’s likely to gain further momentum into the holiday season.

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Symbols of strength

In central locations of three major Asian cities -- Singapore, Jakarta and Ho Chi Minh City -- stand bronze elephant statues. If they could talk, these statues could tell of imperialism, civil war, invasion, anti-colonial struggle, independence, nationhood, and more recently of rapid urban and economic development. Perched high up…

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AP PHOTOS: Qatar bustles with traditional and tourist stops

The winding cobbled alleys of Souq Waqif create a labyrinthine bazaar stuffed with dozens of small stores hawking spices and perfumes, scented oils, silk scarves, shimmering crystal chandeliers and glittering jewelry.

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Monkeys in central Thailand city mark their day with feast

A city in central Thailand has served a meal fit for monkeys

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Apec boosts tourism

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Khao San Road calls out for help

Street vendors on Khao San Road in Bangkok are calling for state agencies to come up with tourism campaigns to attract many more foreign visitors to return to this famous backpacker street after the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Arrival of passengers from Russia a sign of recovery in Pattaya

A charter flight from Russia carrying 230 passengers destined for Pattaya City landed at U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport yesterday, a sign that the popular coastal city's tourism industry is on the road to recovery.

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Lifestyle: 5 Exotic Indian Destinations For Picture-Perfect Pre-Wedding Shoots

Voila to winter weddings and accompanying festivities, feasts, and ceremonies. As exciting as it may get, the onus of preserving memories before exchanging vows may overwhelm the couple. Read on for details:

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Macao awards casino licenses to MGM, Sands, Wynn, 3 others

Macao has tentatively renewed the casino licenses of MGM Resorts, Las Vegas Sands, Wynn Resorts and three Chinese rivals after they promised to help diversify the economy by investing in non-gambling attractions

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Travellers welcome high season but prices a concern

A majority of people expect high tourism numbers during the peak season in December but remain concerned about their spending power and high prices, according to an opinion survey by Bangkok University, or Bangkok Poll.

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Genting shut out of Macau casino market

Macau’s six casino operators won new licences to continue running their businesses in the territory, but a company linked to Malaysia-based Genting Group failed in its attempt to gain entry to the major gaming hub.

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Fireworks festival in Pattaya eyes B1bn

CHON BURI: The Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2022 has attracted a large number of tourists and is expected to generate over 1 billion baht in revenue to the beach city.

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Redefine your city life

If the multiverse exists, have you ever played with your thoughts, thinking about a better version of Bangkok? And if you did, let's see if it matches the exhibitions of the Wonder of Well-being (Wow) Festival or not.

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Russian revolution surprises operators

An unexpected surge in visitors from the Russian market during the cool season has tourism operators scrambling to cope after supply ground to a halt for several years during the pandemic, says the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).

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Bid for more drinking hours fails

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee on Friday dismissed a private sector proposal to extend the period of selling alcoholic beverages at night venues until 4am.

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Domestic travel rises above early forecasts

Travellers made 200 million domestic trips in the first 10 months of this year, less than the 222 million in 2019 but up on the 160 million trips projected by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), according to a government spokesman.

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Tourism operators urged to focus on spending

The Natural Resources and Environment Ministry has urged the tourism industry to focus on spending per person instead of total arrivals to help preserve the environment, recommending policies such as capacity limits at tourist attractions.

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Ploenchit Fair returns to help the needy

The British Community in Thailand Foundation for the Needy (BCTFN) is holding "Ploenchit Fair 2022", a fun day out for friends and families, at Bangkok Patana School, Sukhumvit 105 (La Salle Road), on Saturday from 10am to 9pm.

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From past to present

On a Saturday morning, I strolled through a maze of narrow lanes in quest of a simple brunch at Bang Namphueng Floating Market, located in the Thai-Mon community of Bang Krachao. This was my second visit in two years and this time it was merely a stopover on my way…

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Celebrate a Thai-style Christmas at Emporium and EmQuartier

The Emporium and EmQuartier have been transformed into a village of joy and love during the "Winter Wonderland 2022: The Happiness Invasion" until Jan 1.

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Thai tour group in Hong Kong enjoys only 1 day at local restaurants

Members of a tour group from Thailand were unable to dine out at restaurants in Hong Kong until the final day of their four-day trip on Tuesday, as travel operators struggled to adjust to recent changes to the city's coronavirus restrictions.

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Most visitors to Luang Prabang now use China-Laos Railway

VIENTIANE: As tourists return to Laos in large numbers, over 85% of those heading to northern Laos' Luang Prabang province are using the China-Laos Railway.

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Police target Pattaya transgenders preying on tourists

Tourist police have begun a campaign to prevent transgender people preying on tourists along Pattaya beaches ahead of the high season for tourism.

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