Prayuth signals Thailand TV and nightlife may return to normal after Nov. 14
Thailand’s party scene may kick back into gear in a fortnight after a shutdown to mourn the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the junta suggested yesterday. The death of 88-year-old Bhumibol Adulyadej on Oct. 13 thrust a country renowned for its colorful nightlife into profound mourning. Thais have donned black, soap operas have been pulled […]
No fireworks at New Year – expect candles nationwide, say TAT
BANGKOK: — The Tourism Authority of Thailand is moving ahead with plans for a mass candlelight vigil for New Year. The change in the celebration follows the death of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on October 13th reports Daily News. Previous years fireworks have been used after the countdown for the new year but candles […]
National parks face influx
The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has held talks with business operators to find ways to deal with overcrowding at tourist attractions as the high season approaches. Director-general Thanya Netithammakun said accommodation at popular national parks has been nearly fully booked during long holidays in December and January. These sites include Similan […]
Sport and tourism events go on
The Tourism and Sports Ministry has confirmed that major tourism and sports events will continue as planned during the year-end holiday season amid the nation’s mourning period. Tourism and Sports Minister Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul and her team recently met ambassadors from 34 countries and 10 foreign chambers of commerce in Thailand to confirm that major tourism […]
The Grand Palace will reopen its doors to tourists from 1st November
The Grand Palace will reopen its doors to tourists and visitors from Tuesday 1st November, 2016. Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said, “The Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha or Wat Phra Kaeo are the jewels in the crown of Thailand’s attractions. It is a […]
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