Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · TourismAll Thai airport staff now face passenger-level screening after crew drug busts. New rules mean longer queues at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang airports.
Tourism · EconomyThailand's Rail Transport Act 2026 lets private firms run luxury trains. New Bangkok-Chiang Mai routes aim to shift high-value tourism to secondary provinces.
Tourism · EnvironmentDiscover Suan Dusit Arun, a 7-rai rooftop park at Dusit Central Park near Silom BTS/MRT. Free access, 700m accessible trails, 2-3°C cooler than street level. Open 6am-10pm daily.
Tourism · EconomyThai Airways resumes Bangkok-Amsterdam nonstop service after 28-year gap. Daily A350 flights from THB 30,690. Enhanced cargo, faster Europe access for expats.
Tourism · CultureSkip the 3-hour queues at Banthat Thong. Learn when to visit, which stalls are worth waiting for, and insider tips for Bangkok's most crowded food street.
Tourism · EconomyKoh Samui tops Asia-Pacific rankings as Europeans reshape the island. Here's what rising property values and luxury development mean for foreign residents and investors.
Culture · TourismKoh Phangan's new Secular House offers Israeli expats an alternative to Chabad with workshops, coworking, and cultural events. What it means for the island.
National News · TourismPattaya nightclub fire kills worker in unlicensed venue. Learn how to spot unsafe bars and protect yourself in Thailand's entertainment zones.
Tourism · EconomyEVA Air's new Washington DC-Taipei service opens easier U.S. access to Thailand via seamless connections. 60-day visa-free entry, 4x weekly flights. What expats and tourists need to know.