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An unexpected surge in visitors from the Russian market during the cool season has tourism operators scrambling to cope after supply ground to a halt for several years during the pandemic, says the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta).

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Bid for more drinking hours fails

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee on Friday dismissed a private sector proposal to extend the period of selling alcoholic beverages at night venues until 4am.

Bangkok Post

Domestic travel rises above early forecasts

Travellers made 200 million domestic trips in the first 10 months of this year, less than the 222 million in 2019 but up on the 160 million trips projected by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), according to a government spokesman.

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Tourism operators urged to focus on spending

The Natural Resources and Environment Ministry has urged the tourism industry to focus on spending per person instead of total arrivals to help preserve the environment, recommending policies such as capacity limits at tourist attractions.

Bangkok Post

Ploenchit Fair returns to help the needy

The British Community in Thailand Foundation for the Needy (BCTFN) is holding "Ploenchit Fair 2022", a fun day out for friends and families, at Bangkok Patana School, Sukhumvit 105 (La Salle Road), on Saturday from 10am to 9pm.

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From past to present

On a Saturday morning, I strolled through a maze of narrow lanes in quest of a simple brunch at Bang Namphueng Floating Market, located in the Thai-Mon community of Bang Krachao. This was my second visit in two years and this time it was merely a stopover on my way…

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Celebrate a Thai-style Christmas at Emporium and EmQuartier

The Emporium and EmQuartier have been transformed into a village of joy and love during the "Winter Wonderland 2022: The Happiness Invasion" until Jan 1.

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Thai tour group in Hong Kong enjoys only 1 day at local restaurants

Members of a tour group from Thailand were unable to dine out at restaurants in Hong Kong until the final day of their four-day trip on Tuesday, as travel operators struggled to adjust to recent changes to the city's coronavirus restrictions.

Bangkok Post

Most visitors to Luang Prabang now use China-Laos Railway

VIENTIANE: As tourists return to Laos in large numbers, over 85% of those heading to northern Laos' Luang Prabang province are using the China-Laos Railway.

Bangkok Post

Police target Pattaya transgenders preying on tourists

Tourist police have begun a campaign to prevent transgender people preying on tourists along Pattaya beaches ahead of the high season for tourism.

Bangkok Post

Cruise ship with 3,000 passengers arrives in Phuket

PHUKET: A cruise ship from Singapore anchored off Patong beach on Wednesday morning, bringing 3,000 passengers for a brief visit to this island province.

Bangkok Post

Visa waiver, sports to lift Saudi travel

Thailand is hoping to boost tourism cooperation with Saudi Arabia, including offering visa exemptions and promoting Muay Thai after the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.

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Open-air bazaar comes to Royal Stable Unit

It's time to get together with your friends and enjoy food and shopping at the much anticipated "Flea Market At Princess's Cup Thailand 2022" which will kick off on Friday and run until Sunday from noon to 11pm, at the Royal Stable Unit Bangkok, Phahon Yothin Road.

Bangkok Post

Japan travel guide: Everything you need to know

From the bright lights of high-tech mega cities to the peace of rural temples; from onsen culture to ski slopes stacked with light, dry powder – Japan is as diverse and dynamic a holiday spot as they come

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to visit Goa to inaugurate three projects: Shripad Naik

PANAJI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend the World Ayurveda Congress that will be held in the state from December 8 to 11.

Bangkok Post

Cambodian rice beats Hom Mali for top spot

A fragrant rice variety from Cambodia beat Thailand's Hom Mali rice to win the title of World's Best Rice 2022 at a global conference on rice held last week in Phuket, the Rice Exporters Association said on Monday.

Bangkok Post

New Covid travel fears

Tourism operators are closely monitoring Covid flare-ups in many countries as the situation may interrupt travel sentiment during the upcoming high season.

Bangkok Post

Agency upbeat on 2023 growth view

Despite myriad challenges in the year to come, the economy is expected to maintain its growth momentum in 2023 boosted by recovering tourism, expanding private and public investment, continual gains in domestic demand and high growth in the agricultural sector.

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Preserving heritage

Field recordings of ancient, traditional music in the Southeast Asia feature in this column. Northern Khmer Spirit Music in Thailand – Kantrum Dongman (Animist Records, 2022) covers the traditional music of "Northern Khmer" people in provinces like Surin, Buri Ram and Si Sa Ket that straddle the Thai-Cambodian border in…

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7th edition of Jal Mahotsav at Hanuwantiya, Madhya Pradesh, is here; all the details here

Come November 28, Hanuwantiya – the tent city in Madhya Pradesh, will be ready with its 7th edition of Jal Mahotsav, India’s largest water carnival. Located on the banks of the Indira Sagar dam in Madhya Pradesh, the tent city of Hanuwantiya is a unique experience that you should try…

Bangkok Post

When religion meets technology

K-pop and K-dramas may be the first two things that come to mind when you think of Korea but its traditional cultural heritage is also fascinating. Korean and Thai Buddhisms are in the spotlight in digital form at this joint exhibition by the National Museum of Korea and the Fine…

Bangkok Post

Economy sees growth boosted by tourism revival

The economy enjoyed healthy expansion in the third quarter, officials said on Monday, with the return of international tourists helping to offset persistently high inflation.

Bangkok Post

Temple tour ends with peace pledge

US Vice President Kamala Harris on Sunday met Supreme Patriarch Somdet Phra Ariyavongsagatanana at historic Wat Ratchabophit in Bangkok, where they discussed the promotion of social harmony and achieving sustainable economic development in the region and beyond.

Bangkok Post

Custom wheels fill the harbour

A hidden warehouse by the harbour played host to the 4th annual Bangkok Hot Rod Custom Show earlier this month, unveiling Thailand's custom culture to the world along with the talent of builders and artists.

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Goddess Padmavathi's annual Brahmotsavams begins on a grand note at Tiruchanoor

TIRUPATI: The 9-day annual Brahmotsavams of Goddess Padmavathi-the divine consort of Lord Venkateswara, began on a grand note at the Tiruchanoor temple near Tirupati on Sunday.

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