Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · EconomyStrong baht makes Pattaya 30-40% pricier than Vietnam, Indonesia. Chinese visitors down 20%. Local businesses face margin collapse, job cuts loom as tourists shift to cheaper rivals.
Sports · TourismThailand's Hisense Youth Cup 2026 comes to Chiang Rai May 30-June 1. Northern youth football teams compete for ฿150K prizes at Singha Stadium.
Health · TourismThailand reports 6 new Mpox cases in 2026, mainly affecting men through close contact. Get prevention tips, vaccine info, and risk areas for expats.
Immigration · TourismChinese tourist permanently banned from Thailand after destroying airport gates, causing $15,000 damage. Criminal charges could mean 4-year sentence.
Tourism · National NewsAmerican man found dead on 6th-floor balcony in Jomtien. Police investigate circumstances. What happens when foreign nationals die in Thailand.
Tourism · Environment · EconomyThailand restructures Ayutthaya for sustainable tourism. Learn how new policies affect residents, temple preservation, and your visit to the UNESCO heritage city.
Tourism · EconomyPattaya drink prices up 40-60% push tourists to spend less time in bars. Learn how rising costs reshape tourism spending and impact expat budgets in Thailand.
Tourism · EnvironmentSouthwest monsoon hits Pattaya through May 18. Heavy rain, flooding in low areas, 2-3m waves in Gulf. Essential safety guide for residents and visitors.
Tourism · National NewsIrish tourist Neil More O'Ferrall killed on Phetkasem Road in Khao Lak March 17, 2025. What happened and safety tips for travelers on Thailand's roads.