Thailand Tourism News — Koh Lanta & Andaman Travel Updates
European Heat Wave Fails To Boost Thailand Tourism
Europe's intense heat wave has failed to boost Thailand tourism, as soaring airfares continue deterring visitors despite Phuket hotels cutting rates by up to 80% in hopes of filling rooms.
YUEWEN Launches Lord of Mysteries Event in Bangkok
Chinese entertainment company YUEWEN Group is hosting Bangkok's first major offline event for the fantasy novel "Lord of Mysteries," which has gained 26 million fans worldwide since its 2018 debut.
Thailand Promotes Regional Textiles At Luxury Fashion Event
Thailand's tourism authority is hosting a luxury fashion event in Bangkok to showcase regional textiles and craftsmanship globally, timed with its UNESCO intangible cultural heritage bid for Thai fabrics and traditional dress.
Phichit Launches Legend Festival With Mystery Cave Experience
Phichit launches an immersive legend festival July 4-5 featuring the mysterious tale of the crocodile princess with cave experiences, light shows, and cultural activities at Suan Somdej Phra Sirindhon garden.
Samut Songkhram Launches Sunset Festival at Don Hoi Lot
Samut Songkhram launched its Sunset Festival at Don Hoi Lot on July 1, featuring five days of food vendors, live music, and competitions aimed at promoting the coastal destination and boosting local tourism revenue.
Thai Actress Kicked Out Of Japanese Hot Spring For Tattoos
Thai actress Aum Luckana was ejected from a Japanese onsen after waterproof tape covering her tattoos peeled off in the pool, despite the facility's strict no-tattoo policy.
Pattaya Low Season Sees Tourist Arrivals Drop 20-30%
Pattaya's low season is bringing a tourism crisis, with visitor arrivals down 20-30 percent and hotels operating at just 15 percent occupancy due to collapsed corporate travel, reduced flights, and work-from-home policies.
Fast Auto Show Thailand 2026 Opens With New Models
Fast Auto Show Thailand 2026 is now running through July 5 at BITEC Bangna, featuring new vehicle debuts from Honda, Mitsubishi, and Toyota, with special promotions including 0% interest rates and incentives up to 130,000 baht for electric
Fortune Teller Shares Lucky Charms For Hong Kong Year-End
A renowned Thai fortune teller shared lucky worship practices for visitors to Hong Kong's temples, recommending specific deities like Tai Sui and Guan Yu for blessings during the year's second half.
Thailand Embraces Wellness-Focused Dining Tourism
Thailand is repositioning itself as a wellness tourism destination by emphasizing authentic regional cuisines and traditional cooking practices rooted in herbal medicine and sustainability. The strategy highlights how Thai food—from norther
Phuket Peninsula Becomes Wildlife Photography Haven
A local photographer documents diverse wildlife across Phuket's beaches and roadsides through daily walks and early morning outings with his cat Leo.
Flydubai Launches Daily Dubai-Bangkok Service
Flydubai launched a new daily service between Dubai and Bangkok, with plans to double flights from mid-September, as Thailand boosts air connectivity with the Middle East to attract high-spending UAE travelers.