Trang Islands make Lonely Planet’s annual Top 10 list of Asian hotspots
The always-popular Lonely Planet has released its list of its favorite destinations around the world, including their favored top 10 spots in Asia. One Thai destination made the list this year: the Trang Islands. Trang came in eighth, with the guide praising the series of islands for perfect tropical weather, white sand beaches and gorgeous […]
Government to expand “must-see” markets as tourism spots
The government has been successful in setting up “must-see” (tong chom) markets for local people to sell products with local characteristics and is planning to ask the Tourism Authority of Thailand to promote them as new tourist attractions, government spokesman Maj Gen Sansern Kaewkamnerd said on Sunday. He said the Commerce Ministry had set up […]
Chiang Rai, Pattaya, Hua Hin in demand
Latest data from online travel website Expedia shows a notable surge in demand for Chiang Rai, Pattaya and Hua Hin from international travelers. Judging largely from the robust growth in hotel bookings in the first half of the year, international travelers are increasingly heading to these three destinations. Expedia said its hotel partners in Chiang […]
The ‘silk road’ leads tourists to Buri Ram
Thais and foreigners are being drawn to a remote border village to experience the rural lifestyle and to learn how to weave in an ancient, traditional style Residents of secluded Ban Sanuan Nok on the Thai-Cambodian border have earned an enviable reputation for their silk cloth. Their silkworms are fed locally grown mulberry leaves before […]
Trackable SIM cards for foreigners to be decided on next month
Remember that plan to track all foreigners who enter the kingdom via GPS traceable SIM cards? It has been reported by Bangkok Post that that plan might be scratched if too many people oppose it. The original plan was drawn up with the interest of the nation’s security in mind, hoping that the SIM cards […]
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