Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · National News17 injured on Phuket-Delhi Air India flight after 300-foot drop. Pilot drug test pending, 50+ safety violations found. What Thailand-based travelers need to know.
Economy · TourismCentral Pattana invests 110B baht through 2031 in new shopping malls, hotels, serviced apartments across Thailand. Record Q2 2026 revenue signals retail momentum.
Tourism · EconomyThailand proposes Thai Tiew Thai Plus subsidy for Oct 2026. If approved, get 50% hotel discounts via Pao Tang app. Up to 5 trips per person pending approval.
Immigration · TourismA Norwegian man spent 3+ years homeless in Thailand with no passport. How foreigners become trapped, and what every expat must know to avoid this fate.
Immigration · TourismChina's new immigration rules effective Sept 2026 bring tougher visa checks, expanded exit bans, and sponsor liability. Essential guide for Thailand expats.
Tourism · HealthAir India flight from Phuket to Delhi lost 300 feet, injured 17. Pilot's drug screening triggers lab testing. What Thailand-based travelers need to know.
Tourism · PoliticsChinese Embassy issues conduct guide for visitors at Thai cultural events. Expect stricter security, longer queues, and new protocols at major venues nationwide.
Economy · TourismThailand's ฿390B airport upgrade brings direct international flights to Hua Hin by Aug 2026, plus Krabi & Udon Thani expansions—no more Bangkok layovers
Economy · TourismVietnam surges past Thailand to 2nd in ASEAN aviation rankings as fuel costs force flight cuts. What travelers face: higher fares, fewer routes.