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Officials react after tourist caught ‘coral walking’ at Maya Bay
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Officials react after tourist caught ‘coral walking’ at Maya Bay

A tourist was caught stepping on coral at Maya Bay, leading officials to warn visitors and demand stricter enforcement from tour operators in the protected waters near Viking Cave.

Blessed by Ancestors: Ancient Trees Fall on Naga Statue, Damage Fortunately Occurs During Noon Closure with No Injuries
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Blessed by Ancestors: Ancient Trees Fall on Naga Statue, Damage Fortunately Occurs During Noon Closure with No Injuries

Two ancient trees collapsed onto a naga statue at a shrine in Udon Thani's Ban Dung district on Saturday, causing damage but no injuries because the incident occurred during the temple's noon closure when visitors were restricted.

ATTA-TTAA Propose Three-Point Strategy to Government for Managing War Crisis Impact on Tourism
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ATTA-TTAA Propose Three-Point Strategy to Government for Managing War Crisis Impact on Tourism

Tourism industry groups propose 7 billion baht in government support including charter flight subsidies, domestic travel incentives, and suspension of outbound travel taxes to counter the crisis impacting Thailand's tourism sector.

Grand Night Festival in Saiburi: Experience the Complete Charm of Pattani at Wasukri Beach
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Grand Night Festival in Saiburi: Experience the Complete Charm of Pattani at Wasukri Beach

Pattani Night Fest On The Beach returns May 2-3, 2026, at Wasukri Beach in Saiburi, featuring professional kickboxing, traditional fishing competitions, and 100+ food vendors celebrating the region's multicultural heritage and sea culture.

Great Value for the Whole Family! Nong Nooch Pattaya Offers 'Buy One Get One Free' Throughout May to Help Families Save
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Great Value for the Whole Family! Nong Nooch Pattaya Offers 'Buy One Get One Free' Throughout May to Help Families Save

Nong Nooch Pattaya offers buy-one-get-one-free admission throughout May 2026 for Thai visitors, with children under 140cm and seniors getting free daily entry year-round. The 1,700-acre park features 60 gardens, dinosaur exhibits, and an an

Vietjet Thailand Launches Fly2Ferry Service Connecting Flights and Ferry Travel
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Vietjet Thailand Launches Fly2Ferry Service Connecting Flights and Ferry Travel

Vietjet Thailand launched Fly2Ferry, a unified booking service combining flights and ferry travel to southern islands including Koh Samui, Koh Tao, and Koh Phangan. The service offers 30% discounts on ferry fares through May 31.

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Tourist Faces Backlash After Pouring Milk and Snacks Over Herself in Thai 7-Eleven

A foreign tourist sparked outrage after posting a video of herself pouring milk and snacks over her body inside a Thai 7-Eleven, with Thai social media users criticizing the behavior as disrespectful and inappropriate in a public retail spa

iQIYI Starship 2026 Brings Cheng Lei to Thailand with Exclusive Fan Experience
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iQIYI Starship 2026 Brings Cheng Lei to Thailand with Exclusive Fan Experience

Chinese actor Cheng Lei made his first official appearance in Thailand as iQIYI's new Global Ambassador, meeting hundreds of fans at a packed meet-and-greet event in Bangkok's Emsphere mall featuring games, interviews, and interactive activ

Diverse Tourism - Boat Tours to Spot Wildlife in Rabam Subdistrict, Experience the Natural Wonders of Huai Kha Khaeng
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Diverse Tourism - Boat Tours to Spot Wildlife in Rabam Subdistrict, Experience the Natural Wonders of Huai Kha Khaeng

Wildlife boat tours from Rabam Subdistrict in Uthai Thani Province offer visitors chances to spot elephants, gibbons, and birds along the Thab Salao Reservoir bordering the UNESCO-listed Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary. The community-run

Cheng Lei Wants to Learn Thai, Charms Fans with Romantic Phrases 'I Love You - You're All Beautiful'
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Cheng Lei Wants to Learn Thai, Charms Fans with Romantic Phrases 'I Love You - You're All Beautiful'

Chinese actor Cheng Lei charmed Thai fans at an iQIYI event in Bangkok, practicing Thai phrases and expressing his desire to learn the language fluently during his first visit to Thailand as the brand's new global ambassador.

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Australia-Thai Rabbit Card art show opens in Bangkok

An exhibition of 35 winning designs from the Australia-Thailand Rabbit Card competition opened at Bangkok's Siam Discovery, celebrating cultural ties between the two nations through creative artwork blending iconic symbols like koalas and e

Temple Visits and Holidays – Paying Respects to 'Luang Pho Mai Kaen Chanthorn,' the Wooden Buddha Image of Khon Buri District
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Temple Visits and Holidays – Paying Respects to 'Luang Pho Mai Kaen Chanthorn,' the Wooden Buddha Image of Khon Buri District

Wat Talingchan temple in Khon Buri District houses a century-old wooden Buddha image called "Luang Pho Mai Kaen Chanthorn" that locals revere as a protective guardian spirit granting blessings. The sacred temple also features a scenic viewp