Beyond the Tuk-tuk: TAT introduces program to let visitors try unusual Thai modes of transport
Every tourist worth their salt knows that they have to take a tuk-tuk ride when they visit Bangkok, but the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hoping to introduce even more Thai charms and unusual modes of Thai transport to tourists with their “Discover Thainess” campaign. The project is called “A Touch of Thai Vehicles,” […]
Tourism music video campaign sparks ogre debate
A music video promoting tourism in Thailand has run into a storm of criticism over the appropriateness of using evil Thai ogres in a joyful manner. The 4.07-minute-long video directed by Bundit Thongdee and released on Sept 11 uses ogres to encourage Thais to travel within the country. The “Fun to travel in Thailand” video […]
Govt pushes for accommodation of air traffic, promotion of Thailand as aviation hub
BANGKOK, 24 September 2016 (NNT) – The government has pushed for the accommodation of air traffic and proactive promotion of tourism. In his weekly televised address, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said that the second-phase expansion of Suvarnabhumi international airport will boost air travel capacity, improve facilities to cope with the growing aviation and tourism sectors […]
Thai Airways debuts Bangkok-Tehran flights
BANGKOK, 23 September 2016 (NNT) – Thai Airways has unveiled Bangkok-Tehran flights which will start offering the service to passengers next month. Thai Airways’ Boeing 777-200 will be flying to Tehran on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and weekends from 1st October onwards. Thai Airways President, Charamporn Jotikasthira commented that the Bangkok-Tehran flights should start making a profit […]
Expat Travel Fair in Bangkok from 1-2 October 2016
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is inviting everyone to the “Expat Fair Thailand 2016” to boost the image of Thai tourism, celebrate the vibrant expat community, and encourage everyone to travel more domestically, and enjoy Thailand’s many attractions. Conceptualised under the “Food Fun Fair” theme, the event will be held from 1 to 2 […]
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