Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · EnvironmentPattaya beaches overwhelmed during Labor Day 2026 weekend. Learn how traffic, tourism revenue, and environmental strain affect residents and visitors in Thailand.
Immigration · TourismThailand reviews 60-day tourist visa exemption amid concerns about abuse. Possible return to 30-day limit for 93 nationalities. What visitors need to know.
Economy · TourismThai Japanese restaurant market bouncing back with lower prices, new specialties, and expansion into Eastern Thailand. What residents should know.
Tourism · PoliticsPattaya cleared Jomtien streets in April 2026. But does cleanup solve homelessness or hide it? Support services available for residents in need.
Tourism · EconomyThailand's travel boom shifts to short breaks. Rayong leads 44% growth as budget-conscious residents choose micro-trips over costly flights. Why it matters.
Tourism · National NewsThailand ended warning-only traffic enforcement April 1, 2026. Pattaya drivers now face 20,000 baht fines, but residents say crossings remain unsafe.
Tech · TourismPattaya hotel database breach: Hacker used employee access to scam 35+ guests with fake damage claims. Critical warning for Thailand travelers and hospitality workers.
Tourism · EconomyFewer Japanese tourists expected in Thailand this Golden Week as flight capacity drops 6%. Impact on hotels, tourism operators, and what's driving the decline.
Economy · TourismThai Airways fuel surcharges jump 90% on May 1. Lock in current pricing before midnight April 30. Urgent guide for Thailand residents and expatriates planning travel.