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Phangnga is transforming itself from a seasonal beach destination into a fast-growing premium tourism market, supported by strong visitor spending, niche attractions and growing investor confidence.

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World heritage status for temple in sight

Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan in Nakhon Si Thammarat has moved a step closer to becoming Thailand's ninth World Heritage Site after Unesco's advisory body recommended its inscription.

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Thap Lan land transfer sparks rally

Campaigners have called for a protest at parliament on June 24 to oppose a government-backed plan to remove more than 155,000 rai from the boundaries of Thap Lan National Park, saying the move could undermine conservation efforts and set a dangerous precedent for protected areas.

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Tha Phra Chan clings to Thai herbal traditions

“This is part of the roots of Thai culture. One day, it may no longer exist. The place where it all began is slowly fading away,” says Payao Sitthisong, 70, looking out onto the street from her herbal medicine store. “But the truth is, this is where it all started…

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48 arrests made in latest southern nominee blitz

A major crackdown on illegal foreign nominee businesses in three southern provinces has resulted in the seizure of assets worth more than 1 billion baht and the arrest of 48 Thai and foreign suspects.

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Pangkor Laut Resort, the Private Island Getaway with Truly Breathtaking Beaches and a Luxuriously Indulgent 5* Spa

Pangkor Laut Resort, situated on a small island off the west coast of Malaysia, is redefining luxury travel in South East Asia.

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Phuket considers tripling hotel tax rate

Authorities in Phuket are considering a proposal to raise the provincial tax on hotels from 1% to 3% of room rates to generate additional revenue for local development and tourism promotion.

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76 test positive for drugs at Nakhon Pathom pub

Seventy-six people tested positive for drugs during a raid on a large entertainment venue in Nakhon Pathom in the early hours of Saturday.

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Walking beside the forgotten

Years after her visits to remote villages, schools and rehabilitation projects, the memories left by Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati continue to shape lives across Thailand.

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Why Mountain People Still Love This Healthy Pahadi Food ?

In a world filled with trendy superfoods and expensive health supplements, some of the most nutritious foods are still hiding in the mountains. One such ingredient is Linguda, a wild fern that has been a part of Pahadi kitchens for generations. While many people have never heard of it, those…

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Phuket's Nui beach encroachers given tear-down ultimatum

PHUKET - The operators of businesses deemed to be encroaching on Nui Beach have been ordered to demolish their structures and return the land to the Royal Forestry Department by July 9 or face action from authorities.

Bangkok Post

China sees surge in Dragon Boat tourism as foreign interest in festival grows

China is expected to record a major uptick in inbound tourism over the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, with travel platforms reporting huge jumps in bookings by overseas users seeking out traditional Chinese cultural experiences.

Bangkok Post

State co-pay scheme fuels food delivery growth

Quick meals, noodles, and coffee or tea are among the top orders via food delivery platforms under the "Thai Chuay Thai Plus" state co-payment scheme.

Bangkok Post

Cable-theft gang dismantled in Nakhon Sawan

NAKHON SAWAN - Eighteen people were arrested on Thursday while attempting to steal underground copper cables belonging to National Telecom in Muang district, posing as telecommunications employees wearing custom-made uniforms.

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Tattooed young woman’s body found in trash in Rayong

Police combing CCTV footage and missing persons records for clues

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The Meru Eco Tourism Week 4th Edition "Tourism as a Force for Good: Regenerating Bali Together"

DENPASAR, Indonesia, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Tourism Bali, together with The Meru Sanur, the Wonderful Indonesia Sustainable Tourism Industry Forum (WI-STIF), and ACT! Project, in collaboration with Katadata and Katadata Green as official media partners, officially launched The Meru Eco Tourism Week 4th Edition at the Bali Beach…

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Peace deal unlikely to revive tourism

Hotels and airlines remain cautious about the potential end of the Middle East conflict as the positive impact could be delayed due to a steep slowdown in purchasing power, particularly among domestic tourists, during this low season.

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Navy says it opposed sea border structure

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) has denied allegations circulating on social media that it failed to act against the construction of a sediment-retention structure in disputed maritime areas along the Thai-Cambodian border.

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Rights group seeks bail for sick activist

A rights group has called on a House committee to support bail for detained political activist Ekachai Hongkangwan, citing serious health concerns and fears his case could mirror past controversial deaths in custody linked to inadequate medical treatment.

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Chief of tambon hospital transferred for drinking while drawing blood

The Sakon Nakhon Provincial Administration Organisation (PAO) has ordered the immediate transfer of the director of a tambon-level (sub-district) health promotion hospital following allegations that he drank beer while drawing blood from an elderly patient.

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Yala woman found dead at Thai‑Cambodian border after fleeing forced labour

A 28‑year‑old woman from Yala was found dead in a canal along the Thai‑Cambodian border after attempting to escape forced labour in Cambodia on Wednesday.

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Food Bites: Sukimama celebrates milestone, French wine 'fire sale'

Private 'dome dining' returns, book a pet-friendly break with a 'paw-cuterie' platter, and more foodie news.

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TAT slashes long-haul arrival forecast to 10 million

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has slashed its long-haul arrival forecast to 10 million this year, on par with last year, mainly attributed to the Middle East conflict.

Bangkok Post

Rail track victim's kin eye legal redress

The parents of a pregnant woman killed after falling onto the tracks at an Airport Rail Link station in 2017 have sought legal assistance as they continue a nine-year battle for compensation from the State Railway of Thailand (SRT).

Bangkok Post

Ramayana Water Park ranked No.9 in the world

Ramayana Water Park has been ranked No.9 in the world in Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Amusement & Water Parks ranking 2026, placing it among the most highly rated amusement and water parks worldwide.

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