Former Government Official Apologizes for Dine and Dash Incident at Jay Fai Pratu Phee...
Bangkok—
On March 1st, 2024, Samran Rat police officers summoned a man who allegedly dined and dashed from Jay Fai Pratu Phee restaurant in Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, for interrogation regarding the incident.
The man in suspect,...
Bangkok Governor says Songkran to Focus on Traditional Activities, Urges Public Not to Drink...
National —
The governor of Bangkok yesterday announced that during the upcoming Songkran Festival, Bangkokians should not dress scantily, refrain from drinking alcohol, and not use high-pressure water guns or powder.
Governor Chadchart Sittipunt also stated...
Wat Arun Chosen as CNN International’s Live Broadcast Site for Thailand’s New Year Celebrations
National—
On December 28th, 2023, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officials publicly stated that CNN International, an American news channel, chose Wat Arun, Bangkok, as a live broadcast location to represent Thai identity under the...
Ministry of Culture Unveiled Plans for Songkran UNESCO’s Designation
PRESS RELEASE:
The Ministry of Culture has unveiled plans for this year's Songkran festival, following UNESCO's designation of Songkran as an important global cultural heritage. Announced during a recent press conference at the Thailand Cultural...
The Original Thailand Vegetarian Festival Begins in Phuket This Weekend
The annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival will be held for nine days starting this upcoming weekend. This year the festival will be from October 15th to October 23rd, 2023.
The Vegetarian Festival is a belief of...
Thailand Sees Increase in Tourism Spend Over Chinese New Year Period
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK, 8 February 2024 – Data from leading global travel service provider Trip.com Group has revealed that Thailand will see an increase of 44.3% in total trip expenditure for inbound bookings when comparing this year’s...
Over Ten Thousand People Attend Hat Yai Midnight Songkran 2024, Boosting Local Tourism
Hat Yai—
At 8:00 PM, on April 12th, 2024, Hat Yai local media reported on the atmosphere at the Hatyai Midnight Songkran 2024 event on Saneha Nusorn Road, Hat Yai, Songkhla. More than ten thousand...
Naga becomes Thailand’s official national mythical creature
Thailand –
The Cabinet has approved to designate the Naga as Thailand's official national mythical creature.
Deputy government spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek told Thai media, “The Cabinet has approved the request from various relevant sectors on November...
Chiang Mai’s Lantern Festival Prepares for Spectacular Lantern Displays; Flight Changes Announced
Chiang Mai—
On November 23rd, 2023, Mr. Wisut Khamyod, the Deputy Director of the Chiang Mai International Airport, revealed to Thai national media regarding about the upcoming Loy Krathong or Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai...
No Evidence of Prostitution Found in Transgender Brawl Incident, Say Bangkok Police
Bangkok—
On March 5th, 2024, the Governor of Bangkok Chadchart Sittipunt and relevant agencies performed a field inspection for illegal activities including so-called taxi mafia and alleged prostitution, as well as illegal guides, in Soi...