Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · National NewsUnlicensed Pattaya tour operator arrested organizing trips. Learn how residents can verify legal operators and understand licensing requirements when hosting visitors.
Tourism · National NewsBorKorSor freezes bus fares through Songkran but shifts northern routes to Krung Thep Aphiwat. Key terminal changes, dates & safety updates for travelers.
Immigration · TourismUnderstand Thailand's assault penalties, passport seizure rules, and legal consequences for expats in Pattaya. Real cases, actual sentences explained.
Environment · TourismThailand's eastern region faces extreme heat (39°C) and thunderstorms before Songkran. Safety tips for residents and travelers in Pattaya during peak festival week.
Tourism · ImmigrationWalking Street incident reveals visa status confusion. Discover how long-term residents differ from tourists and why it matters for Pattaya safety policy.
Immigration · TourismPattaya Walking Street clash shows how Thailand police label all foreigners as 'tourists' in reports—creating visa risks for long-term expats and residents.
Tourism · EconomyDiscover how Russian families are transforming Pattaya from a party destination into a family-friendly hub. Learn what this means for expats and residents in Thailand.
Environment · TourismPattaya faces dangerous 39°C heat with afternoon haze and 20% thunderstorm risk. Stay hydrated and avoid peak hours 11am-3pm. Meteorological Department alert.
Tourism · National NewsPattaya street vendors unknowingly got fake $100 bills from tourists filming viral videos. Now they face arrest under Thai counterfeiting law. What you need to know.