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The weather seemed erratic and wasn't as it should be due to global warming. According to the Meteorological Department, Thailand entered the winter season at the end of October, however, rain clouds continued to spread across the country before the department verified that winter would arrive later than expected.

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Tourists 'think twice' about Indonesia following criminal code revisions

Indonesia's decision to outlaw cohabitation and sex outside of marriage may hurt the tourism industry in Bali, travelers and businesses said, just as the island destination gets back on its feet after the COVID pandemic.

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Tourists heading to Bali warned of new Indonesia law banning extra-marital sex

Tourists to Indonesia who are caught having extra marital sex could end up in prison under new laws which also prohibit the promotion of contraception and defaming the president

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More international flights to be sought

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Tuesday ordered the Transport Ministry to directly contact international airlines to increase flights into the country following a surge in demand, according to government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri.

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Turning art into cash

People travel to Bangkok for many reasons such as shopping, nightlife, street food and restaurants, and cultural attractions. With a goal to add more charm to the capital, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) launched the campaign "Colorful Bangkok" in which art is used as a medium to attract tourists.

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Travel agents urge region to reopen

Ongoing travel restrictions and entry requirements in some countries are the most critical obstacles to expanding the tourism sector, according to the Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA).

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Sex outside marriage banned in Indonesia with anyone caught - including tourists - risking a year in prison

The new law applies in top travel destinations including Bali the islands off Lombok

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Witness Mother Nature in all her glory

Although Thailand is far from white in winter, it is the season when most of the country is bursting into a myriad of blooms. Guru presents you a list of winter floral festivals and seasonal botanic gardens, alongside flowery countryside roads to get in touch with Mother Nature when she…

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Later nightspot closing times to be decided

A proposal to allow pubs, bars and other entertainment venues to stay open later in selected tourism areas will be decided on by the cabinet today.

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Indonesia eyes property, economic boost with residency visa plan for foreign investors

Indonesia is preparing to unveil more details on its long-term residency visa scheme to attract foreign capital and property investors including from mainland China and Hong Kong, as Southeast Asia's biggest economy recovers from a pandemic-induced slump.

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Later nightspot closing times to be decided by cabinet Tuesday

A proposal to allow pubs, bars and other entertainment venues to stay open later in selected tourism areas will be decided on by the cabinet on Tuesday, a minister said.

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SRT's dining carriages back in service

Dining carriages on trains out of service since April 2020 due to the outbreak of Covid-19 will begin operating once again from Dec 6, according to the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) public relations office.

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No mere rub-down

Thailand has earned the reputation of being a destination for a body rejuvenation, a label reinforced at the recent Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit which helped spread the word about the healing wonders of Thai traditional massage, or nuad Thai.

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Pheu Thai Party in crosshairs

The Pheu Thai Party has come under fire after a police probe found that many houses owned by a suspected nominee of a Chinese criminal syndicate tied to businessman Chaiyanat "Tuhao" Kornchayanant were developed by a company with members of the Shinawatra family as shareholders.

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Airport operator has wings

Airports of Thailand (AOT), the world's largest airport operator in terms of market capitalisation, has returned to the spotlight this year as the reopening of borders to tourists has led to skyrocketing passenger arrivals.

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'Lessons learned' from Phuket airport chaos

Following confusion at Phuket airport on Thursday night, with flight delays and runway closures causing hundreds of passengers to miss their late-night departures to Bangkok, related parties have reportedly learned their lesson and should be able to avoid repeating such mistakes again, according to a local business leader.

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Tourist arrivals through Nov 30 reach 9.4 million

Thailand recorded about 9.4 million foreign tourist arrivals from January to November and should see at least 10 million for the full year, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said on Friday.

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TAT taps Iconsiam for New Year's Eve countdown

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has joined hands with the Iconsiam shopping complex and partners to organise a New Year's Eve countdown featuring a display of 30,000 fireworks along the Chao Phraya River.

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Tourism making gradual recovery

The recovery rate of Thai tourism was slower than in neighbouring countries because of a shortage of flights and the absence of key markets such as China, according to leading regional travel tech companies.

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China's Yunnan boosts coffee-related tourism

KUNMING: The cultural and tourism authorities of southwest China's Yunnan province have recently rolled out six tourist routes in a bid to further boost the high-quality development of tourism related to coffee resources.

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Maxim Vengerov to perform with Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra

Under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra Foundation, in collaboration with B.Grimm and the Tourism Authority of Thailand, is thrilled to present the most exciting of concerts on Monday 12th December at 7:30 pm in the Main Hall of the Thailand…

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Celebrate the festive season and set off the new year with "resolution kimpton"

As one year’s chapter closes and the next begins, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok celebrates the festive season as we set out to fill your heart with joy and positive energy to get you ready for 2023.

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Mekhong Explorer Festive Edition

From heart-warming Santa meet-and-greets to decadent dinners under the stars, guests staying at Anantara Golden Triangle this holiday season will find myriads of reasons to be merry while exploring one of the most picturesque parts of northern Thailand nestled on the border with Myanmar and Laos.

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Benevolent baskets of best wishes

With the festive season approaching, everyone is occupied with producing and serving their best. For its part, Amari Watergate Bangkok presents thoughtful festive hampers created with consideration for people and the planet.

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