Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · National News57-year-old driver's BMW reverses into pedestrians in Pattaya, injuring 5 tourists. What happened, insurance implications, and safety lessons for drivers.
Tourism · EconomyJapan Airlines and ANA double fuel surcharges to ฿6,000 (up from ฿3,000) effective May 1, 2026 for new bookings. Learn how rising fuel costs impact Thailand flights.
Tourism · EnvironmentThailand's meteorological dept warns of thunderstorms hitting Pattaya April 23-25, 2026. Plan morning activities, avoid afternoons. Lower hotel rates during off-season.
National News · TourismPattaya court rejects bail for officer in fatal shooting. What this rare decision reveals about police accountability and safety in Thailand.
Economy · TourismDr. Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth, 93, founder of BDMS hospitals and Bangkok Airways, has died. Next-gen leaders already in place ensure stability.
Health · TourismPattaya faces 36°C heat with scattered April 2026 rains. Learn health risks, hydration tips, and when to seek shelter in Thailand's hot season.
Tourism · HealthLearn critical child safety protocols for Songkran crowds in Pattaya. Emergency contacts, supervision tactics, and reunion procedures every expat parent needs.
Tourism · EconomyPattaya's Songkran 2026 exposes tourism challenges: record crowds but falling revenue per visitor, strained infrastructure, and digital nomad economy shifts.
Tourism · EnvironmentPattaya beaches face trash crisis from 9.2M tourists. Learn how weak enforcement affects your property values, daily life, and what solutions work elsewhere.