Tag: Airports
All airports to be improved to meet world’s standards in 2017
The government will be progressing ahead in developing a comprehensive air transportation system with the speeding of all infrastructural investments to facilitate these developments,...
AoT celebrates Suvarnabhumi’s 6th anniversary
BANGKOK, 11 September 2012 - Suvarnabhumi Airport is celebrating its 6th year anniversary under the theme “Orchid Blooming” with spectacular floral arrangements set...
Court dismisses Suvarnabhumi Airport noise pollution case
BANGKOK, Feb 29 – Thailand's Central Administrative Court on Wednesday dismissed the request of residents living near the country's main airport seeking an...
65 million passengers expected to be using Thailand’s airports by November
Some 65 million passengers, a 13 percent rise, are expected to use Thailand’ airports in the 2011 fiscal year, from October 2010 to...
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Everyone passes the buck on paying for emergency medical treatment in Thailand
The unfortunate British tourist Pamela Gatehouse is facing medical and repatriation costs of around 80,000 pounds (3 million baht) and much more if a...
The dilemmas of Thai visa agencies assisting foreigners with their immigration problems
It’s not only Thailand. Visa agents have held a prominent place throughout south east Asia for at least 30 years. Even today it is...
No sign of Thailand’s Schengen visa
WEEKEND EDITORIAL
Thailand has long been the key promoter of the “six countries one destination plan” which would allow international tourists entry to all after...
Two Thai women harassed by Indian men, fistfight breaks out on Pattaya Beach
PATTAYA, Thailand – A chaotic scene unfolded on Pattaya Beach when two Thai women were harassed by two Indian men, leading to a physical...
Free visa policy boosts Pattaya tourism, but experts warn of potential risks
PATTAYA, Thailand – The free visa policy for tourists visiting Pattaya and other parts of Thailand has been a topic of considerable discussion. According...