Environment · TourismTourists Return as Jomtien Beach Declared Safe, Contractor Fined
Thailand’s PCD says Jomtien Beach in Pattaya is safe for swimming after wastewater spill; contractor fined up to ฿500,000 as more tests loom. Stay updated.
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Immigration · TourismPhuket Tuk-Tuk Sex Stunt Leads to 10-Year Ban for Two French Tourists
Viral video of two French tourists having sex in a Phuket tuk-tuk led to deportation, a ฿5,000 fine and 10-year blacklist as Thailand enforces decency laws.
Tourism · EconomyPattaya Police Summon Guards Over Tourist Beating, Bars Face New Rules
After a viral brawl injures a tourist, Pattaya police summon four bar guards. Nightlife venues face stricter security licensing, insurance reviews and suspensions.
Immigration · TourismChiang Mai Raids Target Foreign DJs: 3-Day Permit or Face ฿50k Fine
Chiang Mai immigration raids are cracking down on foreign DJs. Apply for a Non-B visa and 3-day work permit now to avoid fines up to ฿50,000 and a 2-year re-entry ban.
Tourism · EconomyNew Koh Phangan Sweeps Hit Expats with ฿800k Fines and License Loss
Police raided 25 Koh Phangan venues, pressing 35 charges for foreign-ownership breaches. Expats must review share ratios & work permits or risk ฿800k fines.
Tourism · ImmigrationWhat You Need to Know About Pattaya’s Tougher Beach Decency Rules
Pattaya’s 24/7 beach patrols enforce Thailand’s Penal Code §388: expect on-the-spot ID checks, up to ฿500 fines and tighter hotel rules against nude guests.
Immigration · TourismForeign Influencers Face Visa Checks and Fines After Pattaya Outburst
After a viral Pattaya outburst, Thailand may ask about social-media conduct on visa forms and fine foreign influencers up to ฿100K—learn rules before travel.
Immigration · TourismPhuket Deports Tourists Over Tuk-Tuk Lewdness Caught on Dashcam
Two French tourists lost their visas and paid ฿5,000 fines after a dashcam filmed lewd acts in a Phuket tuk-tuk. Learn why public-decency rules are tightening.
Tourism · ImmigrationChiang Mai Hotels Raise Security Deposits After Vandalism
After German tourists trashed a Nimmanhaemin hotel, Chiang Mai properties now pre-authorize THB15–30k and police can issue 48-hour immigration holds on non-payers.