Economy · TourismThailand-India Trade Partnership Accelerates Amid Visa Policy Uncertainty
Thailand-India FTA talks advance as visa-free stay may drop to 30 days. Infrastructure investments accelerate. What Thailand residents need to know now.
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Tourism · National NewsThailand's Colossal Dinosaur Discovery Opens New Chapter in Southeast Asia's Prehistoric Past
Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur unearthed in Chaiyaphum. Discover how this 113-million-year-old giant is reshaping Thailand's tourism and heritage landscape.
Immigration · TourismThailand Targets Wealthy Tourists: How the Shift from Budget Travel Affects Residents' Costs
Thailand hikes departure tax 53% (฿730→฿1,120) from June 2026 and reviews 60-day visa exemptions. How the premium tourism shift affects residents' living costs.
Tech · TourismPattaya's New Public Camera System Gives Residents Real-Time Traffic and Flood Alerts
Pattaya's 2,500-camera system now offers 600 live feeds via Pattaya Connect app. Navigate traffic faster, monitor floods, and plan events safely in Thailand.
Health · TourismConnecticut Confirms First Clade I Mpox Case: What Thailand Travelers Need to Know
First Clade I mpox case confirmed in Connecticut from Western Europe travel. Key vaccination info and travel precautions for Thailand residents.
Immigration · TourismThailand Proposes Cutting Visa-Free Stays to 30 Days: What It Could Mean for Your Trip
Thailand halves visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days for 93 countries. Learn how the new rule affects your travel plans and extension options mid-2026.
Immigration · TourismViral Pattaya Brawl Exposes Tensions Between Foreign Tourists and Local Residents
Video of tourist brawl in Pattaya goes viral. What foreign residents should know about legal risks in public altercations and immigration consequences.
Economy · TourismPattaya Ferry Crews Navigate Daily Realities as Tourism Infrastructure Expands
Pattaya's boat crews work daily routes to Koh Larn and beyond as the city invests billions in pier upgrades and tourism infrastructure. Learn how maritime workers adapt to growth.
Tourism · EconomyThailand's New Travel Fees: 300-Baht Entry Tax and 53% Airport Charge Hike in 2026
Thailand adds 300-baht entry fee for tourists and 53% airport tax hike in 2026. New levies affect all international departures—see what residents and visitors pay.