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Thousands of tourists thronged the famous Wat Phra That Pha Sorn Kaew in Phetchabun and Khao Phaeng Ma mountain in Nakhon Ratchasima on Saturday, boosting the economy during the New Year holiday.

A flourishing economy tops Thais’ wish list for 2023 and the Year of the Rabbit, according to an opinion survey by Bangkok University, or Bangkok Poll.

People travelling from Thailand to India will have to produce a negative Covid-19 test result starting from Jan 1, India’s health minister confirmed on Thursday.

The country recorded a current account deficit US$400 million in November after a revised surplus of $600 million the previous month, the Bank of Thailand said on Thursday.

BANGKOK/SINGAPORE/SYDNEY: Thailand and other Asian countries are bracing for an influx of Chinese tourists as Covid-19 restrictions are dismantled, and while some are wary, operators in others are preparing packages such as hotpot buffets to cash in on the expected spike in travel.

The government is gearing up to welcome Chinese tourists back after Beijing decided to lift travel curbs earlier than expected.

Ibis has expanded its portfolio in Thailand with the opening of Ibis Chiangmai Nimman Journeyhub in Nimmanhaemin neighbourhood, surrounded by coffee shops, independent boutiques, vibrant restaurants and live music bars.

It's time to say goodbye to 2022, and doing good deeds to bring in the New Year seems to be the norm. Those who are staying in Bangkok can benefit from this rare opportunity to have a peaceful vacation while most leave the capital.

As we inch closer to 2023, let's focus on the food and beverages in store for next year.