Thailand Tourism News
Bun Bung Fai Rocket Festival returns to Thailand
The Tourism Authority of Thailand invites tourists to experience one of the must-see spectacles of the annual festival calendar – the exhilarating Bun Bung Fai Rocket Festival in the Northeastern Thai provinces of Yasothon from 13-15 May and in Kalasin from 21-22 May.
“Meaningful Travel Campaign” helps preserve 35,000 big trees in Thailand
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has reported that three months after its launch, the “Meaningful Travel Campaign” – a collaboration between the TAT Stockholm Office and Thailand-registered social enterprise Socialgiver – has raised over 400,000 Baht and preserved 35,000 big trees in Thailand.
Bright outlook for golf in Thailand as Centara World Masters returns to Hua Hin
After a two-year hiatus, the Centara World Masters Golf Championship makes a welcome return from 8-14 May 2022 to Hua Hin, one of Thailand’s most popular beachside getaways. BTN looks at the incredible golfing opportunities
Thailand leads Asia tourism reopening
Major tourism markets in Asia Pacific, including Thailand, are getting back on track as international visitors start to plan their trips again, according to new data.
Royal Cliff Hotels Group signs MoU with burapha university to bolster talents for Thai tourism
A ceremony for the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Royal Cliff Hotels Group and Burapha University was recently held at the Royal Summit Chamber of the Royal Cliff Beach Hotel to build a high-powered collaboration that would deliver quality hospitality training opportunities for young talented students.
Thailand to lift testing requirements
Thailand has approved the lifting of the RT-PCR testing requirement for international arrivals beginning 1 May 2022, in what marks a significant boost to its tourism economy. New entry schemes customised for vaccinated and unvaccinated travellers are also being introduced.
Thailand strongly represented at WTTC Global Summit 2022
The Tourism Authority of Thailand sent a high-ranking Thai tourism delegation led by H.E. Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Tourism and Sports, to meet with other world tourism leaders at the WTTC Global Summit 2022, which took place in Manila last week.
Meliá Chiang Mai to open early next month
Situated on the lively Charoen Prathet Road, soaring over the River Ping and bustling Night Bazaar, the hotel is part of a roll-out of the Meliá brand in key destinations across Thailand.
NH Collection Hotels set to arrive in Asia
Occupying two low-rise buildings right on the riverbank, NH Collection Chiang Mai Ping River will be integrated into nature and the surrounding tranquil riverside landscape.
Saudi Arabian Airlines launches new Thai connection
Guests were welcomed aboard the historic first flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah to Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok earlier today.
Meliá Phuket Mai Khao welcomes first guests in Thailand
Meliá Phuket Mai Khao, a wellness-inspired resort that fronts a stretch of sand with a chilled-out beach club and private pool villa, has opened in Thailand.
Banyan Tree Group debuts Homm in Thailand
Banyan Tree has launched a new brand, Homm, offering “wallet-friendly accommodations” in Thailand. Homm Bliss Southbeach Patong will see the new flag debut with a 71-room property in Phuket.