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Freya Skye Releases New Single, Announces First Thailand Concert
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Freya Skye Releases New Single, Announces First Thailand Concert

Rising pop star Freya Skye released her new single "bad taste" and announced her first Thailand concert scheduled for February 12, 2027 at Samyan Mitrtown.

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Krabi Becomes TAT's Sustainable Tourism Model

Krabi has been selected as Thailand's Tourism Authority's flagship sustainable tourism model, combining environmental conservation with community benefits and low-impact travel experiences.

Phuket Tourism Operators Attend Dubai Travel Market
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Phuket Tourism Operators Attend Dubai Travel Market

PHUKET: Phuket tourism officials and private-sector operators are stepping up efforts to expand the island’s presence in the Middle East market, with 23 local tourism businesses taking part in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2026.

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Thailand Targets 1.5 Million US Visitors With Luxury Strategy

Thailand's tourism authority is targeting 1.5 million American visitors through a luxury-focused strategy emphasizing wellness, fine dining, and sports tourism rather than mass tourism.

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TAT Partners With Sawasdee DC Thai Festival for Second Year

Thailand's tourism authority returned as official partner of the Sawasdee DC Thai Festival in Washington, D.C., promoting Muay Thai, crafts, cuisine and travel experiences to American audiences.

Thai Contestant Advances to Top 5 at Mister International 2026
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Thai Contestant Advances to Top 5 at Mister International 2026

Thailand's Mister International contestant AA Waranyu Tarasirivatanakul won the popular vote and advanced to the top 5 at the King of Andaman Swimsuit Competition in Phuket on September 19, setting him up for the Mister International 2026 f

Mister International Pageant Brings 50 Contestants to Phuket
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Mister International Pageant Brings 50 Contestants to Phuket

PHUKET: More than 50 contestants competing in Mister International 2026 spent five days in Phuket from Sept 16-20 for the competition’s swimwear round and a programme of activities showcasing the island.

Icon Siam's 8th Anniversary Campaign Offers 10 Million Baht in Prizes
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Icon Siam's 8th Anniversary Campaign Offers 10 Million Baht in Prizes

Icon Siam celebrates its eighth anniversary with prizes totaling over 10 million baht for ONESIAM members who spend at the Bangkok shopping mall through November 9, including gift cards and gold bars worth up to 80,000 baht.

Chinese Tourists Surge to Phuket, Chiang Mai During Golden Week 2026
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Chinese Tourists Surge to Phuket, Chiang Mai During Golden Week 2026

Chinese tourists are booking Golden Week trips earlier and staying longer, with Phuket seeing flight bookings surge 78 percent as travelers extend vacations to up to 13 days by combining holidays with extra leave.

Xu Kai Charms Thai Fans at Spring of The Blade Event
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Xu Kai Charms Thai Fans at Spring of The Blade Event

Chinese actor Xu Kai charmed Thai fans at a Bangkok meet-and-greet for the iQIYI series "Spring of The Blade," discussing his dual-personality character and performing interactive activities at Siam Paragon.

Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden Launches Scent-Themed Heritage Trail
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Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden Launches Scent-Themed Heritage Trail

Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden launches a scent-themed heritage trail on September 27 in Chiang Mai, featuring three signature fragrances, live music, fashion shows, and botanical tastings to honor the late Queen's legacy.

Australian Boxer Wins Rajadamnern Title, Pockets 350K Baht
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Australian Boxer Wins Rajadamnern Title, Pockets 350K Baht

Australian boxer Briohny Soden captured the Rajadamnern Stadium women's 118-pound title on Saturday with a unanimous decision over Mexico's defending champion Laura Burgos, earning 350,000 baht in bonuses.