Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Economy · TourismBangkok's regional flight capacity down 1 million+ seats. Higher fares, fewer routes through mid-2026 as Vietnam expands. Impact on travel costs and connectivity.
Tourism · EconomyThailand's 19.76M tourist arrivals mask a 2.9% decline and per-visitor spending drop. Strategic shift to wellness & premium travel reshapes opportunities.
Tourism · Other NewsVietnam Airlines Boeing 787 tail strike at Munich Airport under investigation. What passengers traveling in Southeast Asia need to know about the incident.
Environment · TourismPhuket maps high-risk landslide zones affecting Karon, Kathu, and Patong. Check if your hillside property is flagged and what new safety requirements apply.
Tourism · Health4 divers rescued after 7-hour ordeal near Pattaya's Samae San. Essential safety checks and operator red flags before booking your Chonburi dive.
Tourism · EconomyChiang Rai's Tea & Coffee Festival highlights region's specialty growth. Doi Chang gained Japanese GI status, with growers earning ฿400-600/kg vs commodity prices.
Tourism · National NewsMagnitude-7.7 earthquake hits Flores, Indonesia: 51 dead, 5,000 displaced, travel routes blocked. Key info for Thailand residents planning eastern Indonesia trips.
Tourism · National NewsIsraeli mother and daughter seriously injured in Koh Phangan assault. Pattern of attacks on Thai islands, police response, and essential safety information for residents.
Immigration · TourismBangkok police bust tour coordinator selling meth in Huai Khwang. Learn how drug networks target tourists, visa penalties, and what expats need to know.