Thailand Tourism News — Koh Lanta & Andaman Travel Updates
Phuket Hosts Andaman Sustainable Tourism Festival
PHUKET: Phuket will host a three-day sustainable tourism festival next week as part of a wider initiative to connect the five Andaman provinces and promote tourism linked to conservation and local communities.
Thai Horror Film Sells to 10 Countries Before Domestic Release
Thai horror film Midnight Incense has secured distribution across 10 countries before its August 27 domestic release, with plans for further expansion into Western markets.
Capfahn Koh Samui Climbs to Thailand's No. 2 Beach Resort
Capfahn Koh Samui ranked second in Thailand's best beach resorts at the 2026 Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific, marking the luxury resort's sixth consecutive year in the top 10.
Gourmet Market Launches Chinese Ghost Month Worship Sets
Gourmet Market is launching pre-assembled worship sets for Chinese Ghost Month on August 27, 2025, offering five configurations from full traditional ceremony packages to convenient quick sets designed for different household sizes and budg
Indonesian-Style Grilled Dim Sum Arrives in Yala
Indonesian-style grilled dim sum has arrived in Thailand for the first time with DimBakar, a Betong-based restaurant serving charcoal-grilled dumplings topped with chicken, cheese, and chili for 45–55 baht.
Sticky Rice and Grilled Chicken: Ang Thong's 40-Year Favorite
Pa Maai's restaurant in Ang Thong has served signature sticky rice with grilled chicken for over 40 years, earning a devoted following for tender, flavorful chicken paired with hot sticky rice at bargain prices.
Scoot Adds Phuket-Hat Yai Flights for Year-End Peak Season
Scoot launches three weekly flights to Guiyang, China from October 26, while boosting services across Southeast Asia for peak holiday season, including increased flights to Phuket and Hat Yai.
Legendary Rayong Seafood Chain Reimagines Brand
Laem Charoen Seafood, a 50-year-old Rayong institution with 40 branches, has reimagined its brand with a new flagship store at Central World, featuring redesigned dishes and a beach-inspired aesthetic that honors the restaurant's seafood he
Thailand's Proof-of-Funds Rules for Travelers Explained
Thailand's immigration officers may ask visitors to prove they have sufficient funds upon arrival, with requirements ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 baht per person depending on visa type, though visa-exempt travelers should verify requiremen
MG Urban EV Covers Bangkok-Chonburi Route on Single Charge
MG's locally-made Urban EV successfully completed a Bangkok-Chonburi highway route on a single charge, delivering stable performance and responsive handling despite wind noise above 110 km/h and a firm ride over rough surfaces.
Khon Kaen Zoo Welcomes Baby Giraffe
Khon Kaen Zoo welcomed a female baby giraffe born in May, expanding its breeding program and offering visitors close views from the skyway bridge while the calf develops under veterinary care.
King Power Opens Passage of Collections Flagship Store
King Power Rangsit has opened The Passage of Collections, a flagship multi-brand fashion store featuring seven luxury and contemporary labels including Alexander McQueen, Marni, and Vivienne Westwood on Level 1. The space showcases ready-to