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Thailand's promised cannabis bonanza disappoints as politicians trade blame

Thailand's decriminalisation of cannabis has delighted its fans, alarmed some health experts and has increasingly disappointed farmers who have been undercut by illegal imports, sending a promise of a new bonanza crop up in smoke.

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School holidays are for learning

School holidays are a time for students to learn something different from what they study at school. They can learn some practical skills, or learn about subjects that interest them. By continually learning, children grow into adults who are aware of their environment and are open to learning more. They…

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Floating beach club not cleared to open in Phuket

PHUKET: Authorities have told the operators of a lavish floating beach club that they will not receive permission to open until more safety and environmental standards are met.

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Kedarnath Dham to open for devotees on April 25

The portals of the Kedarnath Dham will be opened for all devotees on 25 April. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Songkran spending to surge to B125bn

Spending sentiment for the upcoming Songkran festival is expected to be lively as people have been hesitant for many months, but the country's economy is showing signs of recovery, driven by rapidly reviving tourism.

Bangkok Post

Property Perfect records hotel revenue surge in Q1

SET-listed developer Property Perfect recorded hotel revenue growth of more than four times in the first quarter of 2023 thanks to a robust recovery in the tourism sector.

Bangkok Post

TAT expects B18.5bn from holiday

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects the Songkran holiday to generate total revenue of 18.5 billion baht, with domestic trips exceeding the 2019 level based on pent-up demand.

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Pheu Thai denies 'secret' PPRP deal

A rumoured "secret deal" between Pheu Thai and the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has been thrust into the limelight again as the wife of a close friend of Deputy Prime Minister and PPRP leader Prawit Wongsuwon has been named candidate No.22 on Pheu Thai's party list.

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Centara Ubon opens its doors

Centara Resorts & Hotels, Thailand's leading hotel operator, has officially opened its latest hotel, Centara Ubon, in northeastern Thailand.

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TAT downplays China woes

The Tourism Authority (TAT) has played down concerns about monopolised foreign tourism businesses and zero-dollar tours, as long as strict law enforcement and collaboration with Beijing continues, while Thailand is targeting high-value tourists over volume.

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Hop into Easter fun

Egg season is here and by that we mean eggs coloured in bright pastels, ready to be buried and hunted, and if they are chocolate — eat! But, what goes well with these eggs — rabbits and Easter! To get into the Easter spirit, Guru By Bangkok Post has rounded…

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Park shortlisted for Unesco honour

Phangnga: Thailand has convinced the World Heritage commitee to accept its nomination of the Andaman Sea Natural Reserves of Thailand to be named on Unesco's World Heritage list by the year 2025.

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Envoys tour Andaman Coast

Diplomats from 28 countries visited the Andaman Coast under an invitation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation to showcase the success of royal initiatives for social development in the South.

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Ayutthaya condo market sees rebound

The growing industrial sector and a tourism recovery helped the Ayutthaya property market register a strong rebound for condos priced 1-1.5 million baht in the second half last year.

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'Chuvit Garden' plans face scrutiny

Many Bangkokians not living in the Sukhumvit area may not realise that there used to be a small park, named Chuvit Garden, at the entrance of Soi Sukhumvit 10.

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Tours atop bridge offer scenic view of Seto Inland Sea

TAKAMATSU -- Tours atop part of the Seto Ohashi Bridge have begun for the season, offering visitors a magnificent view of the islands in the Seto Inland Sea.

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Ramayana Trail to be developed in Sri Lanka; visitors may be allowed to use Indian Rupee

Sri Lanka has a rich cultural and historical connection with the Indian epic, Ramayana. According to Hindu mythology, Sri Lanka was the kingdom of Ravana, the ten-headed demon king who abducted Sita, the wife of Lord Rama, the hero of the Ramayana.

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Many unemployed elephants back home in Surin, huge and hungry

SURIN: Lucky was busy munching on some freshly cut grass when she spotted a special treat a tourist was holding out. She dropped her next mouthful of greens and extended her trunk, asking for the banana.

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Fears for booming shark population as tourists return to Thai island

Maya Bay is struggling to strike a balance between preserving a pristine ecosystem and sustaining livelihoods dependent on tourism

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Presidents of Taiwan, Guatemala visit Mayan pyramid

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen and the Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei have toured the archaeological site of Tikal during a trip by Tsai that aims to shore up the self-governing island’s ties with its remaining allies in Central America

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Khao Chaphlu fire now 'under control'

A wildfire that was reportedly caused by a lightning strike on Khao Chaphlu in Nakhon Nayok on Tuesday evening has almost been completely contained, with fire barriers set up to prevent the blaze spreading to Khao Yai National Park.

Bangkok Post

Claims of fixing law for Thaksin refuted

Somsak Thepsutin, a former justice minister and new Pheu Thai Party member, has denied an accusation that he had revised a ministerial regulation to help fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

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Mekong River agency must step up

This week from April 2-5, the leaders and relevant ministers of Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam will gather in Vientiane, Laos, to reaffirm their commitment to the sustainable development and management of the Mekong's mighty river system.

Bangkok Post

Don't ignore our heritage

The ongoing construction of the Purple Line rail extension that comes at the cost of some almost-century-old shophouses in the Rattanakosin old quarters has caused a stir.

Bangkok Post

Agents predict 1m Chinese in Q2

The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) expects 1 million Chinese tourists in the second quarter of this year, following positive signs of flight resumptions, while urging authorities to help regulate "zero-dollar" tours and illegal tour guides.

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