PETCHABURI, Thailand — Rising majestically from the heart of Phetchaburi’s town center, the gleaming white prang of Wat Mahathat Worawihan stands as a testament to the region’s rich architectural heritage and spiritual significance. Situated along the banks of the Phetchaburi River, this historic temple complex serves as both a sacred Buddhist site and a navigational […]
BANGKOK, Thailand — The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is preparing to launch a new era of luxury charter tourism with the introduction of the country’s first domestically manufactured passenger train prototype. The innovative carriage, officially named “Beyond Horizon,” was recently handed over to the SRT following its inaugural journey from Bangkok’s historic Hua Lamphong […]
BANGKOK, Thailand — Thailand is actively repositioning itself as a premier global destination under a new value-over-volume strategy, having already welcomed over 14 million international arrivals in the first five months of 2026. The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has expressed strong confidence that the Kingdom will exceed a total of 33.2 million foreign visitors […]
BANGKOK, Thailand — Koh Samui has been named the best island in the Asia-Pacific region in the prestigious Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards 2026, leading a strong showing for Thailand with three of its islands ranked among the top ten in the category. The recognition underscores the Kingdom’s continued dominance in the global luxury travel […]
KANCHANABURI, Thailand — A long-submerged station on World War II’s infamous “Death Railway” has resurfaced from beneath a reservoir in western Thailand, prompting historians and researchers to race against time to survey the remnants of Nithe Station before the site is once again submerged. Kanchanaburi to seek recognition of Death Railway as a World Heritage […]
Bangkok, 4 June 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites visitors to embark on a journey to experience the charm of Thailand across its four regions, from the misty mountain peaks of the North to the turquoise waters of the South. They are invited to immense themselves in diverse atmospheres and join the […]
BANGKOK, Thailand — The Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT) has presented Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul with a comprehensive four-year strategic plan aimed at shifting the country’s tourism model toward attracting high-spending visitors, emphasizing quality over quantity as regional competitors accelerate their own tourism investments. Thailand Prepares To Halve Visa-free Stay For Tourists From 60 To […]
Bangkok, 28 April 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is encouraging travel across the country with Amazing Thailand Ambassador LISA through the “Feel All the Feelings, Seeking Thailand’s Wonders”. The initiative invites travellers to discover the diversity of Thai destinations and turn their trips into rejuvenating experiences. Running from 1 May to 31 […]
