A selection of bitesize stories and positive developments making the news in the Land of Smiles recently:
Songkran festival 2026 to proceed nationwide
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) confirms that Songkran Festival 2026 will proceed as planned across all regions of the Kingdom, welcoming visitors from around the world to celebrate the Thai New Year through vibrant water festivities, cultural traditions, and community events. The Thai government is working to ensure everything remains fully operational ahead of the holiday period. Visitors are advised to plan travel in advance, and TAT will continue to monitor and communicate any updates.
(source: TAT)
Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2026 set for June in Pattaya
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) confirms that Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2026 will take place from 10 to 12 June 2026 at the NICE Pattaya Convention and Exhibition Center in Chon Buri. The event reinforces Thailand’s position as a leading destination for international business events and tourism investment, while underscoring TAT’s continued focus on traveller confidence, safety, and well-being.
(source: TAT)
China and Taiwan lead Thai tourism recovery
Thailand’s inbound recovery is gaining momentum, underpinned by a surge in Chinese and Taiwanese arrivals that appear resilient. Data from the Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) reveals that Thailand welcomed 8.44 million international visitors between January 1 and March 21, with China reclaiming its position as the top source market.
(TTG Asia)
Thailand may cut visa-free stay to 30 days
Thailand is preparing to shorten the period visitors from designated countries can stay in the country without a visa from 60 days to 30 days, in a move officials say is intended to tighten security while preserving support for tourism. Caretaker Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said the visa-exemption policy introduced during the Srettha Thavisin administration was designed to support tourism, a key driver of Thailand’s economy, by allowing eligible foreign nationals to enter for tourism or short-term business without applying for a visa in advance.
(source: The Nation)
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