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Why Thailand Is The Perfect Destination For Your Next Golfing Getaway

Thailand is home to over 300 golf courses as well as history, culture, scenery and amazing cuisine. Discover why you should visit to experience a holiday to remember…

Golf Monthly

Where to travel in 2024: 4 vacation destinations for the new year

From the butterscotch beaches of Normandy to the white sands of a Thai island, these four vacation locales offer scenic beauty with a rich story.

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Four seaside surf festivals for June and July

Four seaside locations in Phangnga, Phuket, Songkhla and Prachuap Khiri Khan are the venues for four exciting festivals under the Amazing Ultimate Festival by the Tourism Authority of Thailand in June and July.

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Regional sports complex in the making

KHON KAEN: A 2-billion-baht sports complex is set to be built in Phon district of this northeastern province, offering a wide range of facilities for various sports including Muay Thai, golf, paddleboarding and wakeboarding.

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TAT touts wellness industry strengths

Thailand has competitive advantages to strengthen wellness and medical tourism, both in terms of certified facilities and lower prices, than international players, according to The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

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TAT anticipates 6m European visitors

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects 6 million tourists from Europe this year, roughly 80% of the pre-pandemic total, generating more than 420 billion baht as part of total revenue of 1.5 trillion baht by year-end.

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Higher airfares hobble Chinese market revival

The average airfare for flights connecting key cities in China and Thailand remains 1.5 times higher than pre-pandemic prices, while for second-tier cities fares have surged 200%, which means low-priced tours cannot return, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

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TAT suggests operators still upbeat on recovery outlook

Business operators still have confidence in the country's tourism recovery as campaigns for the general election kick into high gear and the next phase of the "We Travel Together" scheme is projected to have the participation of more than 9,000 hotels, with the aim of stimulating domestic spending, says the…

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River tubing gets TAT's seal of approval

With foreign tourists flocking to Pai district in Mae Hong Son province in search of adventure activities, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed the safety of the inner tubes floating on the Pai River and their low impact on local communities and the environment.

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Netflix unveils special Thailand travel guide

Netflix has announced a partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, and the Creative Economy Agency to put together Uncover Thailand: A Creative Travel Guide, a first-of-its-kind Thailand travel guide.

Bangkok Post

Chiang Mai city guide: Where to stay, eat drink and shop in Thailand’s northern creative hub

Wreathed in nature and packed with authentic experiences from massage to monk chats, this northern Thai city is not to be missed, says Lucie Grace

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Ministry to probe attack on tourist

The Tourism and Sports Ministry is rushing to investigate a case involving a Chinese tourist who was assaulted by a travel agent in Phuket after the case went viral, but the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is still hoping to secure 7-8 million tourists from China this year as the…

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First Chinese tour groups arrive

The first group tour from China arrived on a flight into Don Mueang airport on Monday morning, as Chinese travel agencies resumed outbound tours to 20 countries following the relaxation of rules governing personal foreign travel at the beginning of the year, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) governor Yuthasak Supasorn…

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Scenic train routes in Thailand

Trains allow you a slower pace of life, time to look out the windows and enjoy the journey you're on, a front-row seat to different sceneries. Whether you're a train buff or just looking for a new way to explore Thailand, here's a list of the most scenic railway routes…

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TAT adds Isan spice to Michelin Guide

Great news for tourists and especially food enthusiasts travelling to the northeastern region. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has created its "Michelin Experience @ Isan" campaign to promote Isan cuisine.

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Holiday spending forecast at B21.3bn

Tourism spending during the Lunar New Year is estimated to reach 21.3 billion baht, 48% of the total in 2019, mostly driven by foreign visitors, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

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TAT unveils strategy to raise B2.38tn

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) released its 2023 strategic direction, promoting its "Visit Thailand Year 2023" campaign in an attempt to attract receipts of 2.38 trillion baht amid uncertainties globally.

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Signs of economic slowdown alarming

The Thai government, businesses, and citizens are cherishing the news of returning Chinese tourists with the first group of 286 passengers who arrived on Monday. The Tourism Authority of Thailand estimates that 5 million Chinese tourists will visit our country this year, bringing with them 250 billion baht in spending…

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Booster jab urged for tourism staff

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is urging business operators to ensure their staff have received a booster of the Covid-19 vaccine to prepare for the return of Chinese tourists.

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New Year celebrations not cancelled yet, officials say

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) backs New Year countdowns and celebrations going ahead as planned as long as the government does not order any cancellations.

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TAT: Tourist arrivals to beat target by 15%

Foreign tourist arrivals to the country are on track to exceed the government’s 2022 target by 15%, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

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Domestic subsidy to be reduced

The subsidy scheme for domestic tourists might be reduced to 500,000 rooms from 1.5 million after the cabinet this week cut the proposed budget of 8.7 billion baht by half, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

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Welcome back

As the world has recovered from the Covid-19 pandemic's three-year assault, the Tiger will hand the baton off to the Rabbit. The 2022 countdown celebration was ultimately toned down when Omicron infections quickly spread and the number of new Covid-19 cases in Thailand exceeded 20,000 in February.

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Muay Thai festival to take place in Hua Hin

The Royal Thai Army, together with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and WBC MuayThai, will host the first-ever Amazing MuayThai Festival in Hua Hin district, Prachuap Khiri Khan province, from Feb 4 to 6 next year, army chief Narongpan Jitkaewthae said on Wednesday.

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Turning art into cash

People travel to Bangkok for many reasons such as shopping, nightlife, street food and restaurants, and cultural attractions. With a goal to add more charm to the capital, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) launched the campaign "Colorful Bangkok" in which art is used as a medium to attract tourists.

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