Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · CulturePattaya's Wan Lai on April 19 brings water battles, traffic chaos & safety risks. Essential guide for residents: what to expect, prepare & avoid during Songkran 2026.
Tourism · Economy4,000 cruise passengers inject ฿24M into Phuket during Songkran. Learn how cruise tourism creates jobs and opportunities for residents and expats in Thailand.
Environment · TourismPattaya Beach battles plastic pollution with stricter fines up to ฿2,000 for littering. Learn new penalties, enforcement rules, and what it means for residents.
Tourism · EnvironmentThailand's meteorological department warns of summer storms during Wan Lai (April 17-19). Essential safety tips for festival-goers and Pattaya residents.
Tourism · EnvironmentDespite bins nearby, tourists leave trash on Pattaya Beach. ฿2,000 max fine, 500+ tons daily. What residents need to know about cleanup and enforcement.
Tourism · National NewsTourist arrested after Pattaya Songkran clash. Learn legal risks, self-defense laws, and safety tips for expats during Thailand's water festival season.
Sports · TourismThailand's top extreme athletes compete in Pattaya April 24-26 for Asian Games spots. Seven disciplines including skateboard, BMX, and wakeboard.
Tourism · National NewsMandatory alcohol checks now screening Koh Larn boat captains and songthaew drivers for Wan Lai April 19. Expect ferry delays, Beach Road closures, penalties up to 6 months jail.
Tourism · CulturePattaya residents reveal critical safety, traffic, and logistics warnings for Wan Lai 2026. Learn what to pack, avoid, and expect at this massive water festival.