Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · PoliticsMayor Beer's 4th year brings drainage fixes and Railway Road opening, but traffic jams and rising costs persist. How it impacts daily life in Pattaya.
National News · TourismFatal Lampang crash kills couple, orphans toddler on Songkran's first 'Dangerous Day.' Essential safety tips for Thailand highway travel and truck inspection focus.
Economy · TourismFor Pattaya residents: new tech & logistics jobs, high-speed rail to Bangkok, expanded healthcare, and housing growth as the city diversifies beyond tourism in the EEC.
Sports · TourismBuriram United can clinch the Thai League 1 championship with just a draw against Ayutthaya this Saturday. Learn how the title impacts Thailand's football capital.
Tourism · National NewsSave ฿290-580 with toll-free highways April 10-16 during Songkran 2026. Bangkok-Pattaya M7, M6, M82 routes free. Plan safer travel and avoid congestion.
Immigration · TourismThailand may cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days. Policy under review for 2026. Digital nomads unaffected. What this proposal means for your stay.
Tourism · National NewsPattaya's narrow footpaths force pedestrians onto roads, risking confrontations with delivery riders. Infrastructure delays persist through peak season—here's how to stay safe.
Tourism · CultureDiscover why Chiang Rai's Songkran 2026 (April 12-18) offers fewer crowds and authentic Lanna traditions compared to other northern destinations. Essential tips for residents.
National News · TourismThailand's April 11-17 Songkran enforcement campaign eliminates warnings. Learn new traffic fines, point penalties, and how to avoid a 90-day license suspension during peak holidays.