Thailand Tourism News — Koh Lanta & Andaman Travel Updates
Phuket Visitor Arrivals Decline Despite New Flight Routes
PHUKET: Phuket welcomed 9.2 million visitors in the first eight months of the year, a 1.76% decline on the same period in 2025, as four new direct international flight routes are set to launch next month ahead of the high season.
Thailand's October Calendar Features Cultural and Festival Events
October 2026 brings diverse cultural celebrations across Thailand, from Buddhist Lent observances and traditional boat races to the American Fair and multiple community festivals nationwide.
Courtyard Marriott Patong Earns Sustainability Certification
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort has earned international Travelife certification for sustainability, recognizing efforts including solar power, EV charging, plastic reduction, and community beach cleanups. The award follow
Big Bad Wolf Books Marks 10 Years With Massive English Book Festival
Big Bad Wolf Books celebrates its tenth anniversary in Thailand with a massive English-language book festival at Platinum Pop Ratchaprasong from October 2–13, 2025, featuring over one million discounted titles from international publishers.
TAT Showcases Thai Culture And Cuisine At Madrid Festival
Thailand's tourism authority showcased Thai food, culture and travel experiences at a major Madrid festival, featuring chef demonstrations, Muay Thai and holiday packages aimed at boosting Spanish visitor bookings.
Thai Tourism Draws 2,000 to Muay Thai Event in Switzerland
The Thai Tourism Authority drew over 2,000 spectators to a Muay Thai event in Bern, Switzerland, featuring international bouts and cultural displays to boost tourism interest across Europe.
Thailand Targets Wealthy Japanese Tourists for Longer Stays
BANGKOK: Thailand is targeting higher-spending Japanese tourists interested in wellness, luxury, shopping and sports as it seeks to encourage more repeat visits and longer stays from the market.
PM Secures Virgin Atlantic Direct London-Phuket Route
Virgin Atlantic will launch its first Southeast Asia route with three weekly flights from London Heathrow to Phuket starting October 18, after PM Anutin secured the deal during a UK visit. Advance bookings have already exceeded expectations
Artist Satit Launches Resume Exhibition on Retirement and Reinvention
Artist Satit Karunwanuttanich launches a solo exhibition titled "The Resume" that celebrates his 66-year creative journey driven by "foolosophy"—pursuing art without commercial goals. Running through October 2026 at Art Jewel in Siam Parago
Tha Kha Floating Market: Ancient Waterside Bazaar in Samut Songkhram
Tha Kha Floating Market in Samut Songkhram province is an over-100-year-old waterside bazaar where farmers still paddle boats to sell produce on weekends and public holidays. The authentic market preserves traditional riverside life alongsi
Heytea Opens First Bangkok Location with Cloud Tea Drink
Chinese tea brand heytea opened its first Southeast Asian location at CentralWorld Bangkok, debuting teaAir—a cloud-like tea texture innovation—alongside bakery and gelato offerings at prices from 90-195 baht.
Thailand Tourism Board Hosts 31 Chinese Influencers for Content Creation
Thailand's Tourism Authority hosted 31 Chinese influencers at a mid-autumn celebration in Bangkok to create content showcasing Thai tourism, culture, and lifestyle for Chinese audiences through the Nihao Month 2026 program.