Thailand Already On Track For 10 Million Tourists In 2023
31st May 2023
Thailand’s tourism revival continues to outstrip expectations, with inbound arrivals expected to reach 10 million by the end of May. The Kingdom is currently welcoming an average of 2 million travellers from abroad each month, and is well on its […]
READ MOREDestination: Thailand
30th April 2023
A Message from our Thailand office: Hello from Bangkok, Thailand! There’s lots going on in Thailand at the moment, with elections, national holidays and tourism developments dominating the news. At Panorama Destination Thailand, we have plenty of developments to share […]
READ MOREKoh Kradan Voted World’s Best Beach
28th April 2023
Thailand’s Koh Kradan has been named the best place in the world for beach-lovers by the UK-based World Beach Guide. Part of the Hat Chao Mai National Park, the island is one of 40 in the Trang archipelago, located just […]
READ MOREAmazing Thailand Roadshow Drives Chinese Arrivals
28th April 2023
With Chinese tourists beginning to travel again in increasing numbers, tourism officials in Thailand have been pulling out all the stops to attract them back to the Land of Smiles. As part of efforts to boost confidence in Thailand as […]
READ MOREThailand Welcomes 6 Million International Arrivals In Q1
1st April 2023
Towards the end of March, the Thai government announced its figures for the first quarter of 2023. And the results are good: 6.15 million foreign tourists arrived in the Land of Smiles since January – a number that surpasses expectations […]
READ MOREReady To Make A Splash: Thailand Prepares For Big Songkran Celebrations
1st April 2023
Tourism recovery in Thailand has been faster than expected in recent months, giving reason for celebration to many in the sector. In April, the annual Songkran festivals offer the perfect excuse for a party – and operators nationwide are expected […]
READ MOREThailand Legalises Marijuana, Opens The Door To Cannabis Tourism
4th March 2023
Thailand’s narcotics board has announced it will delist cannabis, making it the first country in Southeast Asia to take a permissive stance. Following the kingdom’s decision to sanction medical use of marijuana in 2018, the latest relaxation in the rules […]
READ MORETat Prepares For Amazing Thailand Festival 2023
2nd March 2023
Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT) is gearing up for a major promotional event in India later this month, as the organisation continues to court arrivals from the subcontinent. Amazing Thailand Festival 2023 will be held from 24–26 March at Jio World […]
READ MOREThailand Welcomes The Return Of Chinese Travellers
4th February 2023
On 8 January, China officially lifted long-standing restrictions on outbound travel for its citizens, in a move that has been eagerly anticipated and widely celebrated by operators in Thailand and Southeast Asia. For many countries in the region, including Thailand, […]
READ MORE‘amazing New Chapters’: Thai Tourism Turns The Page
4th February 2023
On 9 January, Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT) officially launched a new iteration of the ‘Amazing New Chapters’ campaign – a scheme that is expected to fully rejuvenate the inbound tourism sector, supported by a range of new and improved tourism […]
READ MORE2023: The Year Of Sports And Wellness Tourism In Thailand
30th December 2022
The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) recently confirmed that health and wellness activities represent the fastest-growing sub-sectors in tourism’s new normal. Thailand is moving to capitalise on this trend, with a range of sports, health and wellness offerings set […]
READ MOREThailand Ends The Year With Over 11 Million Arrivals
30th December 2022
Just as 2022 comes to an end, Thai tourism has reached an important landmark in its revival. On Saturday (24/12), government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri confirmed that international arrivals for the year had surpassed 11 million. Burapachaisri was presenting the latest […]
READ MOREEnding The Year In Style: ‘amazing Thailand Countdown 2023’
2nd December 2022
To celebrate the end of 2022 and look ahead to 2023, Bangkok will host a schedule of more than 20 spectacular events throughout December, in a campaign reportedly worth 200 million baht (US$5.7 million). Organised by ICONSIAM, a mixed-use development […]
READ MOREIndia Plays Host To Amazing Thailand Fest 2022
2nd December 2022
From 25-27 November, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosted Amazing Thailand Fest 2022 in New Delhi, as part of recent efforts to drum up interest among travellers in India – traditionally one of the kingdom’s biggest and most important source […]
READ MOREThailand Welcomes Over 7 Million Arrivals
5th November 2022
From 1 January to 26 October this year, Thailand welcomed a total of 7.35 million inbound tourists, according to the latest figures released by Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT). The data reveal a number of interesting insights into the changing tourism […]
READ MORELoi Krathong Festival: Ready To Light Up November
3rd November 2022
Thailand’s famous ‘festival of lights’ will take place on 8 November, with spectacular celebrations scheduled nationwide. Loi Krathong takes place in the 12th month of the Thai calendar, when residents and travellers gather at rivers, lakes and beaches to give […]
READ MOREThailand Back On Track: Tourism Returns To Pre-covid Levels
30th September 2022
Officials in Thailand have confirmed that tourism is officially back to the same levels as before the pandemic era. With five million tourist arrivals already recorded in 2022, the government has set a target of 10 million by the end […]
READ MOREThailand Ends Emergency Decree, Extends Length Of Stay
30th September 2022
From 1 October 2022, international arrivals in Thailand will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination or ATK test results. The kingdom will lift its Emergency Decree status on 30 September, effectively marking the end of the pandemic […]
READ MOREArrival Targets Exceeded, Length Of Stay Extended
2nd September 2022
Last month, foreign arrivals to Thailand surpassed 1 million travellers for the first time since the end of the pandemic, while the number of visitors has also grown by 50.8% since June. Inspired by these positive developments, officials have revised […]
READ MOREMaya Bay Reopens After Taking A Breather
2nd September 2022
Maya Bay, one of Thailand’s most iconic tourism destinations, has finally reopened to the public after more than four years of closure due to damage caused by overcrowding. Now, with the bay back in business, tourism players say they have […]
READ MOREThailand Comes Out On Top In Asia’s Best Awards 2022
30th July 2022
Thailand’s iconic capital has been voted the best city in Southeast Asia by Travel + Leisure, in the annual Asia’s Best Awards. Chiang Mai also featured on the list, while Phuket was named the region’s best island, in a top […]
READ MOREThailand Expects Us$ 65 Billion In Tourism Revenue Next Year
30th July 2022
Following the success of Thailand’s tourism revival this year, officials are planning ahead for an even bigger and better 2023. In July, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) outlined their plan for the future, with a bumper year for tourism revenue […]
READ MOREThailand Voted Top Destination For Post-pandemic Travel
2nd July 2022
The Land of Smiles has emerged as one of the world’s top four destination for travel in the post-pandemic era, according to data provided in the recent Global Travel Intentions study by Visa. The research is also helping design products […]
READ MORE“full Steam Ahead”: Thailand Celebrates The Return Of Chinese Tourists
2nd July 2022
At the end of June, the Civil Aviation Administration of China granted permission for two weekly flights to Thailand, signalling the return of Chinese travellers to the Land of Smiles for the first time in nearly two years. Flyers and […]
READ MOREThailand The Destination Of Choice For Post-pandemic Travellers
4th June 2022
A recent study by Visa has revealed that Thailand is among the top five destinations for travellers, who are taking holidays in ever-increasing numbers following the reopening of international borders worldwide. The Global Travel Intentions study collected data from payments […]
READ MOREA Million Monthly Arrivals: Thailand Bounces Back
4th June 2022
Thailand’s government has confirmed that the number of foreign travellers entering the kingdom has continued to rise in recent weeks. At the current rate of recovery, Thailand could be welcoming back around 1 million holidaymakers every month by the end […]
READ MORETat Outlines New Chapter Of Thai Tourism
28th April 2022
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed what the New Normal era will look like in the Land of Smiles. During a special event held in Australia in April, key officials outlined the products, source markets and developments expected to […]
READ MOREThai Tourism Takes Flight With International Kite Festival
28th April 2022
In April, Thailand celebrated the return of international tourism with an event called “Colouring the Sky: International Kite Festival 2022”. This three-day event, organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) aimed to revive travel demand, increase tourist arrivals and […]
READ MOREMaking A Splash: Thailand Prepares For Long-awaited Songkran Festival
31st March 2022
This month, Thailand will host the annual Songkran festival. Officials have confirmed that celebrations – including the world-famous water fights – will be allowed to go ahead, provided certain health and safety protocols are put in place. Scheduled for 13-15 […]
READ MOREThe Future Is Now: Tat Utilises New Tourism Technologies
31st March 2022
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) used its recent appearance at the Global Tourism Forum (GTF) as a platform to promote the new ‘Amazing New Chapters’ tourism drive, as part of the Visit Thailand Year 2022 campaign. Key to this […]
READ MORETat Celebrates Thai Tourism With Bangkok Festival
5th March 2022
Last month, Bangkok played host to the 40th Thailand Tourism Festival (TTF). Organised by Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT), the event showcased some of the nation’s best traditional attractions, while also looking to the future and welcoming a new era of […]
READ MOREThailand Developing Connections To Middle Eastern Markets
5th March 2022
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is expanding its relationship and connectivity with markets in the Middle East, thanks to a number partnerships announced by the government agency. This includes a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with Dubai carrier Emirates, and a […]
READ MORECovid-19 Situation Report: Thailand
4th February 2022
On 1 February 2022, Thailand resumed quarantine-free entry for fully vaccinated foreign arrivals under the Test & Go entry scheme. Travellers from every country in the world can now enter Thailand – not just the 63 countries previously on the […]
READ MOREThailand Unveils ‘wellness Sandbox’ Programme
3rd February 2022
With many returning travellers expected to focus their holidays around health and wellness in the year ahead, Thailand has announced the launch of the ‘Wellness Sandbox’ entry programme; a scheme that promotes wellness tourism, while also smoothening entry to the […]
READ MOREReady For Takeoff: Betong Airport Opens
3rd February 2022
This month, the eagerly awaited Betong Airport will commence operations in Yala province, opening a new entry point to Thailand’s southernmost region. Following the safe arrival of the first charter flight at the end of January, the airport is now […]
READ MOREThailand Launches New Campaign And Tourism Portal
11th January 2022
In a bid to reassure international tourists and boost arrivals in the months ahead, Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports has launched a new campaign, entitled “Thailand Trusted Destination.” Combined with a cutting-edge new tourism portal, the campaign is geared […]
READ MORENew Partnership Aims To Tackle Climate Change In Thailand
11th January 2022
The Environmental Education Centre (EEC) Thailand has teamed up with S Hotels and Resorts on Koh Phi Phi Don, to host an event that’s designed to raise awareness of environmental issues in Thailand. S Hotels and Resorts is the global […]
READ MOREPanorama Destination Thailand Receives Sha+ Certification
22nd November 2021
Panorama Destination is proud to announce that our Thailand office recently received SHA+ certification from the Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT), becoming one of only a handful of DMCs in Thailand to receive this honour. SHA+ certification indicates that a business is in full compliance with the highest level […]
READ MOREPanorama Destination Thailand Awarded Travelife Certification
22nd November 2021
On 27 October 2021, Panorama Destination Thailand was officially awarded Travelife certification, becoming one of only five companies in Thailand to have received this badge of honour. The leading international sustainability certification scheme for the travel sector, Travelife provides companies with realistic sustainability goals, tools and solutions to devise and implement positive changes within their […]
READ MOREConfirmed: Quarantine And Curfews To Be Lifted
22nd October 2021
From 1 November, Thailand will welcome back international arrivals from a total of 46 countries. Quarantine will no longer be a requirement for returning travellers, provided they have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. The news was confirmed last night (21/10), when […]
READ MORE“the Time Has Come”: Thailand To Reopen On 1 November
12th October 2021
Starting next month, Thailand will reopen its borders to international travellers, allowing fully vaccinated tourists to travel freely and without quarantine throughout the Kingdom. The news brings an end to Thailand’s period of Covid closure – travel restrictions that have […]
READ MOREQuarantine Time Reduced For Vaccinated Travellers
3rd October 2021
Starting from 1 October, quarantine times in Thailand will be cut in half for fully vaccinated travellers. Visitors to the Land of Smiles now only need to spend seven days in quarantine from the time they arrive – the previous […]
READ MOREThailand To Reopen Tourism In Four Stages
3rd October 2021
Thailand’s Center for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has confirmed a roadmap and timeline for reopening international tourism in the Kingdom. This will proceed in four phases, during which restrictions are gradually lifted, destinations reopened and travellers welcomed back. The plan was officially approved on […]
READ MORENationwide Tourism Revival Planned For Mid-october
5th September 2021
With vaccinations making progress and the number of Covid cases continuing to drop, Thailand’s government has confirmed plans to reopen the Kingdom to international travellers by the middle of October. Following the recent success of “Sandbox” travel bubble programmes in Phuket and Samui, the Prime […]
READ MORETat Confirms “phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension”
18th August 2021
Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has approved a major upgrade and expansion to the Phuket Sandbox programme, which will allow travellers to visit a range of other destinations in their second week of stay. The upgrade has been dubbed the “Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension” and will offer fully vaccinated international travellers the option of visiting multiple Thai destinations without […]
READ MOREKaeng Krachan Forest Complex Added To Unesco World Heritage List
31st July 2021
UNESCO has recognised one of Thailand’s most biodiverse regions as a member of the official World Heritage List. The news was confirmed at the organization’s 44th meeting, held on Monday, 26 July. The session had been scheduled to take place last year, but was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Gathering via teleconference, representatives from […]
READ MOREQuarantine-free Travel To Samui For Vaccinated Travellers
19th July 2021
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed Thailand is reopening the popular holiday island of Koh Samui to fully vaccinated foreign travellers, starting from 15 July 2021. The island’s reopening comes after the successful launch of the Phuket Sandbox project earlier this month; all of Thailand’s […]
READ MOREMore Destinations To Follow Phuket Example
3rd July 2021
Following the successful opening of Phuket to international tourism this week, Thailand is preparing to open various other destinations to vaccinated travellers, without the need for quarantine. Samui and two of its neighbours are first in line to reopen later […]
READ MOREPhuket Sandbox: Common Faqs
2nd July 2021
In July, Phuket will reopen to international travellers and waive quarantine for vaccinated travellers. But with the end finally in sight, travellers have as many questions as answers. We’ve put together some common FAQs, along with all the latest info from the Land of […]
READ MOREPhuket Sandbox Gets The Go Ahead
30th June 2021
Thailand’s government has confirmed the long-awaited tourism reopening plan, known as the Phuket Sandbox, will go ahead as planned this summer. This means that vaccinated travellers will be able to enjoy the island of Phuket without the need for quarantine […]
READ MORENew Flights Ready For Take-off
4th June 2021
In response to the news of Thailand’s tourism revival, international airlines are preparing direct flights to meet the demand. As Thailand counts down to the beginning of the Phuket Sandbox project, which provides quarantine-free holidays on the island for vaccinated tourists, […]
READ MOREMaya Bay Recovering, Soon To Reopen
30th April 2021
Maya Bay in the Phi Phi Islands is arguably one of Thailand’s most iconic destinations; a picture-perfect tropical scene made famous by the 2000 film The Beach, which starred Leonardo DiCaprio. Following the international popularity of the film, the real beach became a magnet for tourists, to the point where […]
READ MOREThailand Vaccination Update
30th April 2021
As Thailand gets to grips with a new wave of infections, the Kingdom has taken steps to expand and accelerate its vaccination programme. Officials believe the best defence is to contain the outbreak in the short term, while also aiming […]
READ MOREThailand Confirms Roadmap For Tourism Revival
3rd April 2021
Government officials in Thailand have announced a three-stage roadmap for reopening the nation’s tourism sector. The plan, which was approved on 26 March by Thailand’s Centre for Economic Situation Administration (CESA), will lift quarantine restrictions in stages and welcome back international visitors by the end of this […]
READ MOREPhuket To Be Quarantine-free From July
3rd April 2021
Phuket will become the first Thai destination to lift quarantine requirements, as part of a new scheme known as the “Phuket Sandbox.” From 1 July 2021, travellers who have been vaccinated for Covid-19 will be able to enter the island and travel freely, without the need […]
READ MORETat Outlines Sexy New Tourism Plan
24th February 2021
In a bid to drive recovery and restore confidence, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has outlined its plans for 2021 and 2022. In addition to focusing on health and wellness breaks, TAT has launched a four-tiered tourism concept under a catchy and mischievous acronym: “SEXY”. The new concept combines four […]
READ MORETourism First In Line For Covid-19 Vaccine
24th February 2021
Thailand is expected to prioritise tourism hot spots in the nationwide Covid-19 vaccination programme, following advice from leading experts, ministers and government think tanks. The industry’s revival is expected to be supported by a swift and successful completion of vaccinations, focusing on destinations popular with foreign tourists. “The recovery of the tourism […]
READ MOREThailand Proposes Golfing Quarantine
27th January 2021
Thailand’s government has offered a novel solution to soften the blow of travellers’ mandatory quarantine in the Kingdom. According to the minister of tourism, returning visitors could soon be permitted to spend the 14-day interim period in one of Thailand’s many stellar golf resorts. […]
READ MOREIhg Luxury Brand Makes Bangkok Debut
27th January 2021
InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) have opened their first Southeast Asia property under the luxury lifestyle brand Kimpton. The Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok becomes the first of its kind in the region, blazing a trail for regional expansion to Malaysia, Bali and beyond in the months ahead. The Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok features a total of 362 rooms and includes 131 spacious apartments. Entry-level […]
READ MORECovid Vaccine Ready To Roll Out
4th January 2021
Thailand has confirmed its first batch of Covid-19 vaccines has been secured, with inoculations ready to begin as early as next month. A total of 2 million doses have been allocated to Thailand, while negotiations are currently underway to procure a further 26 million shots […]
READ MOREThai Airways Back In The Skies In Time For Christmas
26th December 2020
After being grounded for almost nine months due to Covid-19, Thai Airways will resume flights between Bangkok and Chiang Mai as well as Bangkok and Phuket from Christmas Day onwards. A wide range of international routes are set to follow in the New Year. The news comes as a […]
READ MOREMaya Bay Could Reopen Soon
25th November 2020
As tourism infrastructure reopens nationwide to welcome back domestic arrivals, Thailand’s government is considering reopening one of its most iconic attractions: Maya Bay. The location, which was made famous by the 2000 film The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, has been […]
READ MOREQatar Airways Returns To Phuket
18th November 2020
Qatar Airways has just announced it will increase flight frequency between Phuket and their base in Doha, with more flights expected to be announced soon. Qatar Airways is expected to officially begin weekly flight operations connecting Doha and Phuket from 4 December 2020 and is currently seeking permission from the Thai […]
READ MOREThailand Reopens To International Travel
12th November 2020
Thailand has officially reopened its borders to international travellers, with the creation of a new visa for foreign tourists. Travellers can already apply for the new visa via Thailand’s official government website. Approval of the new visa will be subject to a range of stringent entry requirements, designed to maintain the health and safety of travellers […]
READ MOREVietjet Flies Bangkok To Surat Thani
12th November 2020
As Thailand continues to reboot its tourism infrastructure following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, airlines are opening new flight routes to meet growing demand. With international visitors returning to the Land of Smiles under the Special Tourism Visa (STV), the sector is slowly getting back to its […]
READ MOREChedi Aquarius: Coming Soon To Koh Chang
12th November 2020
General Hotel Management Ltd. (GHM) has signed a management agreement with Aquarius International Development (AQI) to operate a 200-key resort on Koh Chang, Thailand’s third-largest island. Tailored to meet the needs of returning business and leisure travellers, the property is ready to make a splash […]
READ MORECondé Nast Awards: Thailand’s Popularity Immune To Covid-19
30th October 2020
The annual Readers’ Choice Awards from Condé Nast Traveler magazine have been released, providing unprecedented insights into the global reputations of some key travel destinations, while also offering a glimpse of travel trends to be expected post-pandemic. As always, Thailand remains at the forefront of many travellers’ minds and […]
READ MORENew Luxury Hotels Welcome High-spending Stv Arrivals
26th October 2020
With Thailand welcoming back international tourists under the long-stay STV programme, many luxury hotels have decided now is the time to open their doors and cash in on the high-spending new arrivals. Offering 5-star quarantine, superior comfort and long-stay options, the […]
READ MOREBangkok Protests Call For Democratic Reform
21st October 2020
There have been a number of demonstrations in Thailand recently, with protestors calling for Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to step down, and even some unprecedented criticism of the monarchy. The movement is demanding democratic reforms in Thailand, with an updated constitution that would restrict the wealth, power and impunity of those […]
READ MOREStv Arrivals Delayed Until End Of October
8th October 2020
Thailand’s first round of Special Tourism Visa (STV) arrivals has been delayed until the end of this month. The news was confirmed today by Phuket’s governor, who has asked for the flights to be pushed back until after the island’s annual Vegetarian Festival, which is scheduled to […]
READ MOREBangkok Welcomes Thailand’s First Capella
5th October 2020
With the grand unveiling of the Capella Bangkok on 1st October 2020, Capella Hotels and Resorts have opened their very first property in Thailand. The new build forms part of a 14-acre complex alongside the city’s major waterway, comprising a range of luxury hotels and residences. Located on the banks of Bangkok’s […]
READ MOREPhuket: Get Set For First Stv Arrivals
5th October 2020
Thailand’s popular holiday island of Phuket is back open and ready to welcome its first international arrivals in over 6 months. The first trickle of tourists to be approved under the new Special Tourism Visa scheme (also known as STV) will arrive next […]
READ MOREHellfire Pass Reopens To Tourists
29th September 2020
The famous Hellfire Pass (or Chong Khao Khad) in Thailand’s Kanchanaburi region has reopened to the public, following an extended period of closure due to Covid-19 restrictions. The historic site, which includes a railway cutting built by Allied prisoners of war in Japanese captivity during […]
READ MOREBangkok To Welcome Second Centara
24th September 2020
Centara Hotels & Resorts have announced they will open their second hotel in Thailand’s capital, following the signing of a hotel management agreement with Amorn Patana Asset. The hotel is expected to be completed and start welcoming guests by July 2022. Named Centra by Centara Hotel Bangkok Phra Nakhon, the project will become Centara group’s eighth property in Thailand and the second in Bangkok, joining the Centra by Centara Government Complex […]
READ MORE“tourism Is A Lifeline”: New Unwto Report
22nd September 2020
The United Nations’ World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has released a comprehensive report, detailing the current state of tourism in countries around the world. According to the results, 53% of tourist destinations (115 countries) have now begun easing or lifting travel restrictions, although many governments – with Thailand a prominent example – are […]
READ MOREStv Programme: Opening The Door To Foreign Arrivals
18th September 2020
The Thai Immigration Bureau has confirmed its latest plan for a revival of international tourism in Thailand. This week, the cabinet approved the creation of a ‘Special Tourist Visa’ that could be available as early as next month. Focusing on long-term […]
READ MORESingapore And Thailand Working On ‘green Lane’ For Business Travel
7th September 2020
The Thai government continue to work on possible ways to open the country’s tourism industry, following months of shutdown due to Covid-19. The latest solution on the table – a so-called ‘green lane’ – would connect Thailand with Singapore and other regional […]
READ MORETat Launch New Safety Campaign
7th September 2020
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has extended its official support to tourism locations and providers nationwide, via a dedicated training and safety campaign. Dubbed the “white vest campaign”, TAT’s new initiative sets out to provide intensive training and promotions to enhance the safety, hygiene and […]
READ MOREThailand’s Golf Sector: Driving Covid-19 Recovery
27th August 2020
As Thailand continues to plot its Covid-19 recovery course, various models are being suggested for the safe return of tourism. According to officials from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the answer could be in golf. Combining high-end tourists with social distancing, self-contained travel, long-term stays and wider connections to […]
READ MORECovid-19 Recovery: Tat’s Slow And Steady Approach
27th August 2020
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is taking a slow and steady approach to reopening attractions, borders and operations in the wake of Covid-19, favouring small and localised revivals and sector-by-sector lifting of restrictions over a widespread plan for reopening. Global studies have […]
READ MOREPhuket To Open Under New ‘safe And Sealed’ Plan
27th August 2020
In a bid to reopen Thailand’s international tourism sector, the Kingdom’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports has proposed a controlled reopening of Phuket. Dubbed the ‘Safe and Sealed’ tourism plan, the mini-revival, if approved, could see foreign tourists back in one of Thailand’s most popular holiday destinations as early as 1st October. […]
READ MORE‘trusted Thailand’ Tops International Travel List
26th August 2020
Despite the on-going impact of Covid-19 on international travel, Thai tourism appears to have lost none of its appeal, both at home and abroad. A set of recent studies have put Thailand top of the list of desirable destinations for returning international travellers, […]
READ MOREThailand Tops Global Covid-19 Recovery Index
4th August 2020
In a clear sign of progress for the Kingdom’s recovery from COVID-19 restrictions, Thailand has come out on top of the Global COVID-19 Index (GCI). The news was confirmed at the end of last month by the Tourism Authority of Thailand. Based on data from the Johns Hopkins Centre for Health Security […]
READ MOREPanorama Destination Awarded Sha Certification By Tat
28th July 2020
Panorama Destination Thailand has been awarded health and safety certification from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). The latest official award adds to the company’s growing credentials; as Thailand prepares to reopen to international tourism, Panorama Destination is one of several DMCs making the necessary arrangements to ensure the […]
READ MOREBanyan Tree To Open Organic Farm
16th July 2020
Thailand’s Banyan Tree Group is branching out, with the opening of their newest property; an organic farm, gourmet restaurant and educational centre in Chiang Mai. Named ORI9IN, the facility is a joint venture with The Boutique Farmers, and will open to the public in […]
READ MOREBanyan Tree Launches Safe Sanctuary Campaign
16th July 2020
As preparations continue for the safe return of international travel in Thailand, Banyan Tree Group has created the Safe Sanctuary Programme; an integrated health and safety initiative incorporating over 40 protocols to safeguard guests, rolled out across all Banyan Tree hotels from June 2020 onwards. […]
READ MOREAirasia Announces Two New Hua Hin Flights
16th July 2020
Thai AirAsia have confirmed they will commence operations on two new routes, connecting travellers in the Land of Smiles to one of the Kingdom’s emerging holiday locations: Hua Hin. Flying twice weekly, the new flights, which are just 1 hour and 20 minutes in duration, will depart from Chiang Mai and Udon Thani beginning […]
READ MOREReady To Reopen: 5 Famous Islands
1st July 2020
Thailand’s Tourism and Sports Ministry has announced it will reopen five of the country’s most popular islands to foreign tourists by the end of the month, as the Kingdom continues lifting restrictions and revives its tourism sector in stages. These islands, located in Phuket, Krabi and Surat Thani, respectively, are expected […]
READ MOREThailand Tourism Back In Business
1st July 2020
Starting from today (1/7), Thailand has reopened its borders to international travel and officially begun the Kingdom’s long-awaited tourism revival, following closures due to COVID-19. Henceforth, all pre-existing COVID-19 lockdown measures will be lifted, including international flight restrictions, interstate travel […]
READ MOREImagine Phuket: World’s Top Holiday Island Back In Business
1st July 2020
As Thailand prepares to reopen from the beginning of July, Phuket has As Thailand prepares to reopen its borders, Phuket has launched a bid to make the island a destination of choice for returning holidaymakers. Crystalized in an inspiring new video, the Imagine […]
READ MORECovid-19: Curfew Lifted, National Parks To Reopen
15th June 2020
Thailand’s road to full COVID-19 recovery took another step forward today, following a government announcement that national parks will reopen and nationwide curfews will be lifted. The latest round of relaxations for local businesses will come into effect from Monday, 15th June. The move precedes a full return to […]
READ MORECentara Launches ‘help The Heroes’ Of Covid-19 Campaign
11th June 2020
Following Thailand’s scheduled return to normal tourism operations from As Thailand continues its tourism revival and recovers from COVID-19, the Centara resort in Hua Hin is already planning on ways to repay the work of those who helped the Kingdom […]
READ MORECovid-19 Recovery: Thailand’s Beaches Reopen
10th June 2020
A number of beaches and tourist attractions have begun welcoming back visitors this week, following the latest phase in Thailand’s continued lifting of travel restrictions and closures due to the coronavirus. Several locations have reopened for business since the weekend, as the […]
READ MORETat Envisions Greener Future For Thai Tourism
8th June 2020
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has outlined a series of recommendations for travellers and eco-friendly strategies for tour operators in Thailand, to help both parties follow a greener path when the country’s doors reopen to tourism in July. These initiatives are at the heart […]
READ MOREBangkok Enters Third Phase Of Lockdown Relaxation
1st June 2020
Starting from today, many businesses, attractions and public facilities will resume operations in Bangkok, as Thailand’s capital enters a third phase of the country’s COVID-19 restrictions being lifted. According to a statement by the Bangkok Metropolitan Association (BMA), the city will be able to operate […]
READ MOREThai Airways To Resume International Flights From 1st July
1st June 2020
Starting from 1st July 2020, Thai Airways will officially resume international flight operations to 32 countries worldwide, following the end of travel restrictions imposed in response the COVID-19 pandemic. The news was confirmed by Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) and follows […]
READ MOREThailand Announces End To Covid-19 Lockdown
28th May 2020
Thailand has confirmed that from 1st July 2020, all existing COVID-19 lockdown measures will be lifted, including international flight restrictions. The news was confirmed just now in a statement by the government’s National Security Council chief. NSC secretary-general Gen Somsak […]
READ MORECovid-19: Flight Ban Extended, Restrictions Lifted
18th May 2020
Thailand has announced a number of adjustments to its COVID-19 restrictions, comprising an extension of the international flight ban, a change to the nightly curfew and a second phase in the continued relaxation of control measures for businesses and tourism […]
READ MORECovid-19: Domestic Flights, Trains Resume Operations
8th May 2020
Thailand has officially reopened many domestic flight routes and train services nationwide, in a new lifting of travel restrictions, previously imposed on the Kingdom to contain the coronavirus. Following government approval, several domestic airlines have already taken to the skies, […]
READ MORECovid-19: Lockdown Measures To Be Relaxed
2nd May 2020
Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has announced a welcome relaxation of the Kingdom’s lockdown guidelines, starting from tomorrow (Sunday, 3rd May 2020). According to government statements, various businesses will be allowed to resume operations from Sunday onwards, including […]
READ MOREBangkok Airways To Resume Samui Flights
29th April 2020
Following the reopening of Koh Samui Airport, Bangkok Airways have announced they will resume services from Bangkok to the popular holiday island, starting from 15th May onwards. With Sukhothai and Trat airports also back open for business, Bangkok Airways expect […]
READ MORECovid-19: Emergency Decree Extended
27th April 2020
Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has announced the Kingdom will extend its emergency status until the end of May. The decree had previously been scheduled to expire on 30th April. In addition, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand […]
READ MORECovid-19 Situation Report: Thailand
22nd April 2020
Confirmed cases: 2,811Number of deaths: 48* Travel restrictions:Thailand has blocked all foreign arrivals, imposed curfews and closed a range of businesses and public buildings nationwide since 26th March. To curb the spread of the virus, restaurants, shopping malls and markets […]
READ MOREThailand Looks To China For Tourism Recovery
21st April 2020
A recent study has predicted major re-growth in Thai tourism, courtesy of a rebound in China’s outbound sector. According to the latest projections, tourism in Thailand could recover sooner than expected, with growth expected in Q3/Q4 as Chinese tourists resume […]
READ MOREPhuket Set To Reopen On 30 April
20th April 2020
Following three consecutive days with no new cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), officials in Phuket have confirmed the popular resort island will reopen for business at the end of this month. The region had previously been in temporary lockdown to contain […]
READ MORECovid-19: Thailand Takes First Steps Toward Recovery
16th April 2020
Following a recent drop in new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19), officials in Thailand have announced plans to reopen businesses in certain areas at the beginning of next month. As a precaution, the Government appears to favour reopening slowly and […]
READ MORECovid-19: No Flights Until End Of April
15th April 2020
As part of nationwide efforts to contain and curb the spread of COVID-19, Thailand has announced it will extend the existing ban on passenger flights entering the Kingdom until the end of the month. The news was confirmed by the […]
READ MOREPhuket Prepares For Unprecedented Lockdown
10th April 2020
The popular resort island of Phuket is preparing to face new restrictions in Thailand’s on-going fight against the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). According to a statement by provincial officials, the island will begin a 24-hour lockdown from Monday, during […]
READ MOREVisa Amnesty For Foreign Nationals In Thailand
9th April 2020
In a development that will come as a welcome relief for tourists currently in Thailand, the Kingdom has decided to offer visa amnesty throughout April. This means that anyone in Thailand at the moment will not need to worry about […]
READ MORECovid-19 Causes Further Closures
8th April 2020
Following Phuket’s recent closure, the popular destinations of Pattaya and Surat Thani are now facing similar restrictions, as the Thai government extends the reach of new measures designed to curtail the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). According to a decision […]
READ MORECovid-19: All Phuket Hotels Ordered To Close
3rd April 2020
Hotels on the island of Phuket have been instructed not to receive any more guests from tomorrow onwards. Those already without guests will be required to close immediately. The news was confirmed by the Governor’s office today, and applies to […]
READ MOREThailand Steps Up Quarantine Measures
2nd April 2020
In a bid to contain the spread of COVID-19, the Thai government announced today they will impose a range of new measures, designed to tighten the quarantine controls already in place. These strategies include blocking all travel into Thailand – […]
READ MORECovid-19: Phuket To Shutdown In April
30th March 2020
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has confirmed that Phuket will impose a full shutdown on flights in and out of the island next month, from 10-30 April 2020. The southern island province has already sealed its borders by […]
READ MOREThailand Announces Emergency Measures
26th March 2020
In response to the continuing coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, Thailand has announced a series of emergency measures, including the blocking of all foreign arrivals, restriction of movement and closures to a range of businesses and public buildings nationwide. The containment plan, […]
READ MOREAirlines Grounded Due To Covid-19
26th March 2020
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has confirmed that numerous airlines will suspend their flight schedules due to the on-going Covid-19 situation. The news was confirmed in a statement by Director General Chula Sukmanop on Tuesday (24th March, 2020). […]
READ MOREThailand To Announce Emergency Measures
24th March 2020
In response to the continuing coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, Thailand is preparing to announce a series of emergency measures, including restriction of movement and closures to businesses and public buildings. The containment plan, announced by Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha during […]
READ MORENew Regulations For Thai Travellers
20th March 2020
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has confirmed a range of new regulations and precautions, to be put in place as a safeguard against the global coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. According to the latest information, travellers to Thailand will be […]
READ MORECovid-19: Thailand Imposes Restrictions, Refuses To Close Borders
17th March 2020
In an attempt to protect citizens and visitors from the coronavirus (COVID-19), but without causing undue harm to tourism, Thailand has ordered all pubs, entertainment venues, massage parlours and theatres in Bangkok to close for a period of two weeks, […]
READ MORECovid-19 Update: Voa Services Suspended
13th March 2020
Thailand’s government has announced it will no longer automatically grant visa-on-arrival (VOA) services for citizens of 19 countries, although they are still able to apply. In addition, Thailand will also block visa exemption for three other countries, in an effort […]
READ MORETat Turns 60, Looks To The Future
20th February 2020
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrates its sixtieth year of operations in 2020. To mark the occasion, the group hosted a glamorous event in Dubai in partnership with Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok. Named ‘Luxperience,’ the occasion was a showcase for […]
READ MORECovid-19: Thai Hotels Taking Steps To Safeguard Guests
20th February 2020
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reiterated its stance that international tourism should remain unaffected by the Covid-19 (formerly known as coronavirus) outbreak. However, from stock markets to foreign offices and individual travellers, concerns about the virus have not been […]
READ MOREAvani Makes Its Krabi Debut
19th February 2020
Avani Hotels & Resorts has opened their first property in Thailand’s popular coastal resort town of Krabi. The Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort benefits from a central location, along with a range of excellent facilities, making this new 4-star […]
READ MOREKhao Yai To Welcome New Destination Retreat
17th February 2020
One of the finest natural locations on offer in central Thailand, Khao Yai National Park is set to welcome the arrival of a new resort, following an agreement signed between InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Elysian Hotel Management. Slated to […]
READ MOREThai Airline Launches Green Campaign
5th February 2020
Thai Airways International (THAI) and THAI Smile have started a concerted campaign to reduce food wastage in their operations. The initiative, named “Save Food Save the World”, has been launched in collaboration with Food Innopolis and Thailand’s Ministry of Natural […]
READ MOREThailand Already On Track For 10 Million Tourists In 2023
Thailand’s tourism revival continues to outstrip expectations, with inbound arrivals expected to reach 10 million by the end of May. The Kingdom is currently welcoming an average of 2 million travellers from abroad each month, and is well on its […]
Destination: Thailand
A Message from our Thailand office: Hello from Bangkok, Thailand! There’s lots going on in Thailand at the moment, with elections, national holidays and tourism developments dominating the news. At Panorama Destination Thailand, we have plenty of developments to share […]
Koh Kradan Voted World’s Best Beach
Thailand’s Koh Kradan has been named the best place in the world for beach-lovers by the UK-based World Beach Guide. Part of the Hat Chao Mai National Park, the island is one of 40 in the Trang archipelago, located just […]
Amazing Thailand Roadshow Drives Chinese Arrivals
With Chinese tourists beginning to travel again in increasing numbers, tourism officials in Thailand have been pulling out all the stops to attract them back to the Land of Smiles. As part of efforts to boost confidence in Thailand as […]
Thailand Welcomes 6 Million International Arrivals In Q1
Towards the end of March, the Thai government announced its figures for the first quarter of 2023. And the results are good: 6.15 million foreign tourists arrived in the Land of Smiles since January – a number that surpasses expectations […]
Ready To Make A Splash: Thailand Prepares For Big Songkran Celebrations
Tourism recovery in Thailand has been faster than expected in recent months, giving reason for celebration to many in the sector. In April, the annual Songkran festivals offer the perfect excuse for a party – and operators nationwide are expected […]
Thailand Legalises Marijuana, Opens The Door To Cannabis Tourism
Thailand’s narcotics board has announced it will delist cannabis, making it the first country in Southeast Asia to take a permissive stance. Following the kingdom’s decision to sanction medical use of marijuana in 2018, the latest relaxation in the rules […]
Tat Prepares For Amazing Thailand Festival 2023
Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT) is gearing up for a major promotional event in India later this month, as the organisation continues to court arrivals from the subcontinent. Amazing Thailand Festival 2023 will be held from 24–26 March at Jio World […]
Thailand Welcomes The Return Of Chinese Travellers
On 8 January, China officially lifted long-standing restrictions on outbound travel for its citizens, in a move that has been eagerly anticipated and widely celebrated by operators in Thailand and Southeast Asia. For many countries in the region, including Thailand, […]
‘amazing New Chapters’: Thai Tourism Turns The Page
On 9 January, Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT) officially launched a new iteration of the ‘Amazing New Chapters’ campaign – a scheme that is expected to fully rejuvenate the inbound tourism sector, supported by a range of new and improved tourism […]
2023: The Year Of Sports And Wellness Tourism In Thailand
The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) recently confirmed that health and wellness activities represent the fastest-growing sub-sectors in tourism’s new normal. Thailand is moving to capitalise on this trend, with a range of sports, health and wellness offerings set […]
Thailand Ends The Year With Over 11 Million Arrivals
Just as 2022 comes to an end, Thai tourism has reached an important landmark in its revival. On Saturday (24/12), government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri confirmed that international arrivals for the year had surpassed 11 million. Burapachaisri was presenting the latest […]
Ending The Year In Style: ‘amazing Thailand Countdown 2023’
To celebrate the end of 2022 and look ahead to 2023, Bangkok will host a schedule of more than 20 spectacular events throughout December, in a campaign reportedly worth 200 million baht (US$5.7 million). Organised by ICONSIAM, a mixed-use development […]
India Plays Host To Amazing Thailand Fest 2022
From 25-27 November, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosted Amazing Thailand Fest 2022 in New Delhi, as part of recent efforts to drum up interest among travellers in India – traditionally one of the kingdom’s biggest and most important source […]
Thailand Welcomes Over 7 Million Arrivals
From 1 January to 26 October this year, Thailand welcomed a total of 7.35 million inbound tourists, according to the latest figures released by Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT). The data reveal a number of interesting insights into the changing tourism […]
Loi Krathong Festival: Ready To Light Up November
Thailand’s famous ‘festival of lights’ will take place on 8 November, with spectacular celebrations scheduled nationwide. Loi Krathong takes place in the 12th month of the Thai calendar, when residents and travellers gather at rivers, lakes and beaches to give […]
Thailand Back On Track: Tourism Returns To Pre-covid Levels
Officials in Thailand have confirmed that tourism is officially back to the same levels as before the pandemic era. With five million tourist arrivals already recorded in 2022, the government has set a target of 10 million by the end […]
Thailand Ends Emergency Decree, Extends Length Of Stay
From 1 October 2022, international arrivals in Thailand will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination or ATK test results. The kingdom will lift its Emergency Decree status on 30 September, effectively marking the end of the pandemic […]
Arrival Targets Exceeded, Length Of Stay Extended
Last month, foreign arrivals to Thailand surpassed 1 million travellers for the first time since the end of the pandemic, while the number of visitors has also grown by 50.8% since June. Inspired by these positive developments, officials have revised […]
Maya Bay Reopens After Taking A Breather
Maya Bay, one of Thailand’s most iconic tourism destinations, has finally reopened to the public after more than four years of closure due to damage caused by overcrowding. Now, with the bay back in business, tourism players say they have […]
Thailand Comes Out On Top In Asia’s Best Awards 2022
Thailand’s iconic capital has been voted the best city in Southeast Asia by Travel + Leisure, in the annual Asia’s Best Awards. Chiang Mai also featured on the list, while Phuket was named the region’s best island, in a top […]
Thailand Expects Us$ 65 Billion In Tourism Revenue Next Year
Following the success of Thailand’s tourism revival this year, officials are planning ahead for an even bigger and better 2023. In July, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) outlined their plan for the future, with a bumper year for tourism revenue […]
Thailand Voted Top Destination For Post-pandemic Travel
The Land of Smiles has emerged as one of the world’s top four destination for travel in the post-pandemic era, according to data provided in the recent Global Travel Intentions study by Visa. The research is also helping design products […]
“full Steam Ahead”: Thailand Celebrates The Return Of Chinese Tourists
At the end of June, the Civil Aviation Administration of China granted permission for two weekly flights to Thailand, signalling the return of Chinese travellers to the Land of Smiles for the first time in nearly two years. Flyers and […]
Thailand The Destination Of Choice For Post-pandemic Travellers
A recent study by Visa has revealed that Thailand is among the top five destinations for travellers, who are taking holidays in ever-increasing numbers following the reopening of international borders worldwide. The Global Travel Intentions study collected data from payments […]
A Million Monthly Arrivals: Thailand Bounces Back
Thailand’s government has confirmed that the number of foreign travellers entering the kingdom has continued to rise in recent weeks. At the current rate of recovery, Thailand could be welcoming back around 1 million holidaymakers every month by the end […]
Tat Outlines New Chapter Of Thai Tourism
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed what the New Normal era will look like in the Land of Smiles. During a special event held in Australia in April, key officials outlined the products, source markets and developments expected to […]
Thai Tourism Takes Flight With International Kite Festival
In April, Thailand celebrated the return of international tourism with an event called “Colouring the Sky: International Kite Festival 2022”. This three-day event, organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) aimed to revive travel demand, increase tourist arrivals and […]
Making A Splash: Thailand Prepares For Long-awaited Songkran Festival
This month, Thailand will host the annual Songkran festival. Officials have confirmed that celebrations – including the world-famous water fights – will be allowed to go ahead, provided certain health and safety protocols are put in place. Scheduled for 13-15 […]
The Future Is Now: Tat Utilises New Tourism Technologies
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) used its recent appearance at the Global Tourism Forum (GTF) as a platform to promote the new ‘Amazing New Chapters’ tourism drive, as part of the Visit Thailand Year 2022 campaign. Key to this […]
Tat Celebrates Thai Tourism With Bangkok Festival
Last month, Bangkok played host to the 40th Thailand Tourism Festival (TTF). Organised by Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT), the event showcased some of the nation’s best traditional attractions, while also looking to the future and welcoming a new era of […]
Thailand Developing Connections To Middle Eastern Markets
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is expanding its relationship and connectivity with markets in the Middle East, thanks to a number partnerships announced by the government agency. This includes a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with Dubai carrier Emirates, and a […]
Covid-19 Situation Report: Thailand
On 1 February 2022, Thailand resumed quarantine-free entry for fully vaccinated foreign arrivals under the Test & Go entry scheme. Travellers from every country in the world can now enter Thailand – not just the 63 countries previously on the […]
Thailand Unveils ‘wellness Sandbox’ Programme
With many returning travellers expected to focus their holidays around health and wellness in the year ahead, Thailand has announced the launch of the ‘Wellness Sandbox’ entry programme; a scheme that promotes wellness tourism, while also smoothening entry to the […]
Ready For Takeoff: Betong Airport Opens
This month, the eagerly awaited Betong Airport will commence operations in Yala province, opening a new entry point to Thailand’s southernmost region. Following the safe arrival of the first charter flight at the end of January, the airport is now […]
Thailand Launches New Campaign And Tourism Portal
In a bid to reassure international tourists and boost arrivals in the months ahead, Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports has launched a new campaign, entitled “Thailand Trusted Destination.” Combined with a cutting-edge new tourism portal, the campaign is geared […]
New Partnership Aims To Tackle Climate Change In Thailand
The Environmental Education Centre (EEC) Thailand has teamed up with S Hotels and Resorts on Koh Phi Phi Don, to host an event that’s designed to raise awareness of environmental issues in Thailand. S Hotels and Resorts is the global […]
Panorama Destination Thailand Receives Sha+ Certification
Panorama Destination is proud to announce that our Thailand office recently received SHA+ certification from the Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT), becoming one of only a handful of DMCs in Thailand to receive this honour. SHA+ certification indicates that a business is in full compliance with the highest level […]
Panorama Destination Thailand Awarded Travelife Certification
On 27 October 2021, Panorama Destination Thailand was officially awarded Travelife certification, becoming one of only five companies in Thailand to have received this badge of honour. The leading international sustainability certification scheme for the travel sector, Travelife provides companies with realistic sustainability goals, tools and solutions to devise and implement positive changes within their […]
Confirmed: Quarantine And Curfews To Be Lifted
From 1 November, Thailand will welcome back international arrivals from a total of 46 countries. Quarantine will no longer be a requirement for returning travellers, provided they have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. The news was confirmed last night (21/10), when […]
“the Time Has Come”: Thailand To Reopen On 1 November
Starting next month, Thailand will reopen its borders to international travellers, allowing fully vaccinated tourists to travel freely and without quarantine throughout the Kingdom. The news brings an end to Thailand’s period of Covid closure – travel restrictions that have […]
Quarantine Time Reduced For Vaccinated Travellers
Starting from 1 October, quarantine times in Thailand will be cut in half for fully vaccinated travellers. Visitors to the Land of Smiles now only need to spend seven days in quarantine from the time they arrive – the previous […]
Thailand To Reopen Tourism In Four Stages
Thailand’s Center for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has confirmed a roadmap and timeline for reopening international tourism in the Kingdom. This will proceed in four phases, during which restrictions are gradually lifted, destinations reopened and travellers welcomed back. The plan was officially approved on […]
Nationwide Tourism Revival Planned For Mid-october
With vaccinations making progress and the number of Covid cases continuing to drop, Thailand’s government has confirmed plans to reopen the Kingdom to international travellers by the middle of October. Following the recent success of “Sandbox” travel bubble programmes in Phuket and Samui, the Prime […]
Tat Confirms “phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension”
Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has approved a major upgrade and expansion to the Phuket Sandbox programme, which will allow travellers to visit a range of other destinations in their second week of stay. The upgrade has been dubbed the “Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension” and will offer fully vaccinated international travellers the option of visiting multiple Thai destinations without […]
Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex Added To Unesco World Heritage List
UNESCO has recognised one of Thailand’s most biodiverse regions as a member of the official World Heritage List. The news was confirmed at the organization’s 44th meeting, held on Monday, 26 July. The session had been scheduled to take place last year, but was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Gathering via teleconference, representatives from […]
Quarantine-free Travel To Samui For Vaccinated Travellers
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed Thailand is reopening the popular holiday island of Koh Samui to fully vaccinated foreign travellers, starting from 15 July 2021. The island’s reopening comes after the successful launch of the Phuket Sandbox project earlier this month; all of Thailand’s […]
More Destinations To Follow Phuket Example
Following the successful opening of Phuket to international tourism this week, Thailand is preparing to open various other destinations to vaccinated travellers, without the need for quarantine. Samui and two of its neighbours are first in line to reopen later […]
Phuket Sandbox: Common Faqs
In July, Phuket will reopen to international travellers and waive quarantine for vaccinated travellers. But with the end finally in sight, travellers have as many questions as answers. We’ve put together some common FAQs, along with all the latest info from the Land of […]
Phuket Sandbox Gets The Go Ahead
Thailand’s government has confirmed the long-awaited tourism reopening plan, known as the Phuket Sandbox, will go ahead as planned this summer. This means that vaccinated travellers will be able to enjoy the island of Phuket without the need for quarantine […]
New Flights Ready For Take-off
In response to the news of Thailand’s tourism revival, international airlines are preparing direct flights to meet the demand. As Thailand counts down to the beginning of the Phuket Sandbox project, which provides quarantine-free holidays on the island for vaccinated tourists, […]
Maya Bay Recovering, Soon To Reopen
Maya Bay in the Phi Phi Islands is arguably one of Thailand’s most iconic destinations; a picture-perfect tropical scene made famous by the 2000 film The Beach, which starred Leonardo DiCaprio. Following the international popularity of the film, the real beach became a magnet for tourists, to the point where […]
Thailand Vaccination Update
As Thailand gets to grips with a new wave of infections, the Kingdom has taken steps to expand and accelerate its vaccination programme. Officials believe the best defence is to contain the outbreak in the short term, while also aiming […]
Thailand Confirms Roadmap For Tourism Revival
Government officials in Thailand have announced a three-stage roadmap for reopening the nation’s tourism sector. The plan, which was approved on 26 March by Thailand’s Centre for Economic Situation Administration (CESA), will lift quarantine restrictions in stages and welcome back international visitors by the end of this […]
Phuket To Be Quarantine-free From July
Phuket will become the first Thai destination to lift quarantine requirements, as part of a new scheme known as the “Phuket Sandbox.” From 1 July 2021, travellers who have been vaccinated for Covid-19 will be able to enter the island and travel freely, without the need […]
Tat Outlines Sexy New Tourism Plan
In a bid to drive recovery and restore confidence, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has outlined its plans for 2021 and 2022. In addition to focusing on health and wellness breaks, TAT has launched a four-tiered tourism concept under a catchy and mischievous acronym: “SEXY”. The new concept combines four […]
Tourism First In Line For Covid-19 Vaccine
Thailand is expected to prioritise tourism hot spots in the nationwide Covid-19 vaccination programme, following advice from leading experts, ministers and government think tanks. The industry’s revival is expected to be supported by a swift and successful completion of vaccinations, focusing on destinations popular with foreign tourists. “The recovery of the tourism […]
Thailand Proposes Golfing Quarantine
Thailand’s government has offered a novel solution to soften the blow of travellers’ mandatory quarantine in the Kingdom. According to the minister of tourism, returning visitors could soon be permitted to spend the 14-day interim period in one of Thailand’s many stellar golf resorts. […]
Ihg Luxury Brand Makes Bangkok Debut
InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) have opened their first Southeast Asia property under the luxury lifestyle brand Kimpton. The Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok becomes the first of its kind in the region, blazing a trail for regional expansion to Malaysia, Bali and beyond in the months ahead. The Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok features a total of 362 rooms and includes 131 spacious apartments. Entry-level […]
Covid Vaccine Ready To Roll Out
Thailand has confirmed its first batch of Covid-19 vaccines has been secured, with inoculations ready to begin as early as next month. A total of 2 million doses have been allocated to Thailand, while negotiations are currently underway to procure a further 26 million shots […]
Thai Airways Back In The Skies In Time For Christmas
After being grounded for almost nine months due to Covid-19, Thai Airways will resume flights between Bangkok and Chiang Mai as well as Bangkok and Phuket from Christmas Day onwards. A wide range of international routes are set to follow in the New Year. The news comes as a […]
Maya Bay Could Reopen Soon
As tourism infrastructure reopens nationwide to welcome back domestic arrivals, Thailand’s government is considering reopening one of its most iconic attractions: Maya Bay. The location, which was made famous by the 2000 film The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, has been […]
Qatar Airways Returns To Phuket
Qatar Airways has just announced it will increase flight frequency between Phuket and their base in Doha, with more flights expected to be announced soon. Qatar Airways is expected to officially begin weekly flight operations connecting Doha and Phuket from 4 December 2020 and is currently seeking permission from the Thai […]
Thailand Reopens To International Travel
Thailand has officially reopened its borders to international travellers, with the creation of a new visa for foreign tourists. Travellers can already apply for the new visa via Thailand’s official government website. Approval of the new visa will be subject to a range of stringent entry requirements, designed to maintain the health and safety of travellers […]