Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · HealthPrivate villa pools in Phuket lack safety rules that public pools require. Two deaths in 48 hours expose gaps residents need to know when renting.
Tourism · HealthAustralian woman drowns in Phuket private villa pool, exposing unregulated safety gaps. Essential safety checklist before booking your Thai villa.
Economy · TourismSave ฿400-600 on domestic flights in Thailand through July 2026 stimulus. New THAI routes to Amsterdam, Auckland & India. Fuel costs keep int'l fares high.
Tourism · National NewsTrat-Bangkok state bus ends July 31. Higher costs await residents as private operators and airlines become only options. What travelers need to know.
Tourism · National NewsTrusted Thailand certifies 5,000+ venues across Thailand. Residents can find verified hotels, restaurants & attractions with English support and transparent pricing.
National News · Tourism5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Sumatra on July 22, 2026, felt across Phuket. Why Thailand's alert system correctly stayed silent—no tsunami risk detected.
Tourism · EconomyThailand logged 17.36M tourists through mid-July 2026—3% fewer arrivals but ฿838B spending. Learn how quality tourism benefits local businesses.
Tourism · EconomyTAT targets 5.3M Chinese tourists but faces 2.7M seat shortage. Younger travelers prefer independent travel. New partnerships redirect traffic from Bangkok.
National News · Tourism22-year-old steals fishing trawler in Phuket; vessel sinks in rough seas 4 nautical miles offshore. Family loses 20-year income source. Maritime theft raises security concerns.