Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · National NewsFire truck overturned during Hat Yai Airport training drill, closing runway for 2.5 hours. 12 flights diverted to Krabi. How Thailand's airports managed the disruption.
Tourism · National NewsHomeless populations return to Pattaya Beach despite govt sweeps. New Family Foster program offers ฿5K subsidy. Impact on tourism zones explained.
Tourism · EconomyThailand's new visa rules for Indian tourists could cost Phuket-Krabi ฿8B in wedding revenue. Business coalition demands urgent policy revision by Q3 2026.
Immigration · TourismNew automated e-passport gates cut Phuket arrivals to 30 seconds, but 15-25% of travelers can't use them. What you need before landing in Thailand.
Tourism · National NewsHeavy rain triggered mudslide at Khun Tan Tunnel June 14, blocking Chiang Mai-Bangkok trains for 2.5 hours. Track reopened 7:40 PM. Monsoon delays expected.
Tourism · EconomyFinnair and SAS launch direct nonstop flights to Krabi from December 2026. See how Nordic routes reshape tourism and employment in southern Thailand.
Tourism · EconomyFinnair and SAS launch direct flights to Krabi in 2026. Learn how Nordic tourism growth affects residents, jobs, and local infrastructure in Southern Thailand.
National News · TourismPhuket Airport intercepts heroin shipments and scam phones. What this means for travelers and expats living in Thailand.
Tourism · HealthKoh Samui sees 30-60 motorcycle deaths monthly. Learn why foreigners are vulnerable and essential safety tips for traveling in Thailand's tourist destinations.