Thailand is alarmed by a surge in tourist numbers and proposes a 300 baht tourist levy to combat excessive tourism. Fearing an over-tourism problem facing popular tourist destinations, Thailand’s tourism operators are urging the government to consider the kingdom’s capacity seriously. Some are proposing a 300 baht tourist tax in an attempt to tackle the…
Thailand’s Prime Minister has called for a 30-day crackdown on cybercrime, including online gambling and call centre scams. Matichon reports that Thai Prime Minister Settha Thavisin suspended a deputy and the head of the national police who was suspected of involvement in illegal online gambling and ordered the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau to crack down…
Thai police have issued an official warning about ‘Lies Day’ and the stipulated liability for spreading misleading information. The Royal Thai Police has issued an official warning about the international holiday ‘Laughing Day’ and reminded of the responsibility for April Fools’ pranks, calling April 1 ‘Lying Day’, Matichon reports. Police are strictly reminded that spreading…
Thailand’s tax department has reduced levies on alcohol and nightclubs, following a government programme to boost tourism and increase tourist spending. The Excise Department reduced tax rates on alcohol and nightclubs from 23 February to comply with measures approved by Thailand’s cabinet. The Bangkok Post newspaper reported, citing an Excise Department Director General Ekniti Nitithanprapas…
Thailand’s prime minister has unveiled ambitious plans to develop the country as a tourism, medical, agricultural and financial centre. Prime Minister Settha Thavisin has unveiled his own vision to transform Thailand into a sustainable centre for tourism, health and wellness, agriculture, food processing, aviation, logistics, future mobility, financial services and the digital economy. Speaking at…
Thailand’s prime minister has unveiled ambitious plans to develop the country as a tourism, medical, agricultural and financial centre. Prime Minister Settha Thavisin has unveiled his own vision to transform Thailand into a sustainable centre for tourism, health and wellness, agriculture, food processing, aviation, logistics, future mobility, financial services and the digital economy. Speaking at…
Affluent tourists from Europe and Russia have filled resorts in Thailand’s southern provinces, causing accommodation prices to rise, exceeding 2019 levels. Longer stays by European visitors in the first quarter fuelled a surge in accommodation revenue in Thailand’s southern provinces. Room prices set a new record despite a small number of Chinese tourists, the Bangkok…
Affluent tourists from Europe and Russia have filled resorts in Thailand’s southern provinces, causing accommodation prices to rise, already exceeding 2019 levels. Longer stays by European visitors in the first quarter fuelled a surge in accommodation revenue in Thailand’s southern provinces. Room prices set a new record despite a small number of Chinese tourists, the…
Thailand’s national carrier confirmed a deal to purchase 45 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft at the Singapore Airshow. US aircraft manufacturer Boeing Corporation said placing an order for 45 Dreamliner aircraft from Thailand’s national carrier is the largest order in Thai history. “Thai Airways selected the 787-9 to support its long-term strategy to renew and expand…
Thai Prime Minister discusses the resumption of scheduled Thai Airways flights from Moscow to Bangkok with the management of the national carrier Thai Prime Minister Settha Thavisin said he had received information about many Russian tourists wishing to travel to Thailand. However, there are not enough direct flights between the countries for Russians, the Khaosod…