Tracking tourism for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
Tourism · National NewsStarting October 16, Thai airports open checked bags without notice. Use TSA locks only, keep valuables in carry-on. File complaints via CAAT portal for missing items.
Politics · TourismBangkok bids for WorldPride 2030, pushing gender recognition & family law reforms before Jan 2027. Expected 24B baht tourism boost & 1M+ visitors for residents.
Tourism · EconomyTransNusa Airlines launches twice-daily Jakarta-Bangkok flights in August, targeting 890,000 Indonesian visitors by year-end with Phuket and Krabi expansions.
Tourism · HealthAir India emergency landing exposes monsoon turbulence risks on Phuket-Delhi routes. Critical safety tips for travelers flying Southeast Asia during monsoon season.
Tourism · EconomyAugust 2026 Cabinet ruling on Bangkok-Pattaya airport rail. Medium-speed train could cut travel to 60 min, boosting Eastern Seaboard connectivity and tourism.
Tourism · EnvironmentDiscover how luxury Thai resorts use biogas technology to cut energy costs by 35% while solving waste management challenges. Complete investment guide for residents.
National News · TourismIndonesia ferry disaster kills 5, exposes systemic safety failures. What travelers and residents need to know about ferry safety protocols.
Tourism · HealthBritish tourist found dead after 7 days behind 'Do Not Disturb' sign in Phuket hotel. Learn critical safety protocols for solo travelers in Thailand.
Immigration · TourismThai vlogger Hlun Solo died in Georgia. Learn about repatriation delays when foreign investigations complicate bringing loved ones home, and why travel insurance matters.