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Woman, 19, could be executed by firing squad after being caught with cocaine in bag

Manuela Vitoria de Araujo Farias, 19, was caught with 3kg of cocaine in her luggage as she arrived into Bali, a popular tourist island in Indonesia

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Songkran specials

The Thai New Year will soon be upon us and if you're looking for fine feasts to celebrate it with. Here's our pick.

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Uttarakhand Tourism to provide on-call registration for pre-booked hotel guests on Chardham Yatra route

In view of the upcoming Chardham Yatra, an on-call registration to assist pre-booked hotel guests on the Chardham Yatra route will be provided to the devotees. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Get drenched in Songkran celebrations

When it comes to Thai holiday celebrations, Songkran has the most disarming effect. By that, we mean revellers get wet and wild as they soak each other with water during the hottest month of the year. Songkran looks to come back with a vengeance too especially after a forced hiatus…

Bangkok Post

UTN applauds govt's 'sandbox' scheme

The United Thai Nation (UTN) Party has trumpeted the government's achievement in reviving Phuket's pandemic-battered tourism sector through its "sandbox" scheme.

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Pheu Thai PM candidate Chaikasem hospitalised

Chaikasem Nitisiri, a Pheu Thai candidate for the post of prime minister, became unwell and was admitted to Nan Hospital while on the campaign trail in the northern province of Nan on Saturday, according to media reports. He was later admitted to a Bangkok hospital.

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A walk on the crowded side in Phuket old town

Phuket's tourist magnetism has extended from its beaches inland to its walking street that is now bursting at the seams.

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People victory after court revoked gag order - Chuvit

Former massage parlour tycoon-turned-whistleblower Chuvit Kamolvisit has celebrated the Civil Court's ruling to revoke its injunction, which had ordered him to suspend his criticism of the Bhumjaithai Party's policy of legalising cannabis, as a victory for the people.

Bangkok Post

Dasta sets goal for B5m-10m revenue

The Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Dasta) is aiming to earn revenue of at least 5 million to 10 million baht per year, reducing dependency on the state budget.

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Mystery as Brit tourist, 30, is found dead lying face down in a sewer in Cambodia

The British man was found face down in a sewer in a residential area not usually frequented by tourists in Kampot around 90 miles from the capital of Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Daily Mirror

Five-point plan to bring down fares

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered the Transport Ministry to proceed with a five-point plan to tackle the soaring prices of air tickets in the short and long term.

Bangkok Post

Mad for street food and urban culture

The heaven for food lovers, Mad Face Food Week, has returned. The 2023 edition festival combines food, drinks, music and fun for all over three full days in a cosy, intimate atmosphere from April 28-30 at Sansiri Backyard.

Bangkok Post

Tourist deported from Bali after semi-naked photo on sacred mountain goes viral

Russian tourist Yuri Chilikin, 24, was deported from Bali to Moscow after publishing a photo of himself, naked from the waist down, at Mount Agung, a sacred religious site in Bali

Daily Mirror

'The Good Place'

Built on the banks of the Ganges River, the Indian city of Varanasi is known for its rich cultural, spiritual and religious history - integral to sacred Hindu rituals, its waters purfying and used to wash away sins.

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Four tourists feared dead after horror chopper crash - and family's life-saving decision

An enormous search started this morning as 600 people scoured the waters off the tourist town for the missing fifth victim and the black box - which carries hours of cockpit conversation and flight data.

Reuters

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.

Bangkok Post

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…

Bangkok Post

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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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.

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

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

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.

Bangkok Post

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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