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Road accidents kill 314 persons in first six days of ‘Seven...
BANGKOK, Jan 4 – Thailand’s death toll from road accidents nationwide during the New Year's celebration period has risen to 314, with 3,116 injured...
AoT’s six airports serve 66 million passengers in 2011
BANGKOK, Dec 28 -- The Airports of Thailand (AoT)'s six airports served over 66 million passengers during Fiscal Year 2011 (Oct 2010-Sept 2011), a...
Bangkok named Thailand’s most popular city among tourists
BANGKOK, Dec 28 – Thailan’s capital Bangkok was ranked at the top of this year’s top ten popular cities among Thai and foreign tourists...
Thailand supports setting up of centres for Myanmar nationality verification
BANGKOK, Dec 24 -- Thailand is supporting the setting up of centres for Myanmar nationality verification at five provinces which could help stem the...
PM believes foreign investors still have confidence in Thailand
CHIANG MAI, Dec 17 -- Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra on Saturday said she believed that foreign investors still have confidence in Thailand's economy and...
PM orders police force to step up security measures for Bangkok
CHIANG MAI, Dec 17 - Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said she will order the National Police Bureau to deploy police in various areas of...
Thai PM expects to meet Suu Kyi during her visit to...
CHIANG MAI, Dec 17 -- Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said on Saturday that she would pay an official introductory visit to Myanmar next...
350 MEDIA & TRAVEL AGENTS VISIT THAILAND ON “BEAUTIFUL THAILAND” MEGA...
Bangkok, December 14, 2011 — To ensure a rapid recovery from the recent flooding crisis, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has invited more...
Room booking rates rise by 10% as festive winter season begins,...
BANGKOK, Dec 11 - Thailand's Association of Domestic Travel (ADT) said accommodation reservation rate has increased by only ten percent, despite the commencement of...
TAT ROLLS OUT “BEAUTIFUL THAILAND” CAMPAIGN TO RESTORE TOURISTS’ CONFIDENCE
Bangkok, November 28, 2011 — As the flooding situation in Thailand has stabilized and flood waters are receding, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)...
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Happy New Tax Year Expats!
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For many expats – and retirees in particular – the festivities this year are marred by ongoing concerns about personal income tax arising from...
Pattaya tourist police spread holiday cheer by distributing sweets and promoting safety app
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya Tourist Police took to Walking Street to ensure the safety of tourists during the Christmas festivities on December 25. The...
Suspects arrested for stealing 60 meters of electrical cable behind Pattaya Indoor Stadium
PATTAYA, Thailand – Deputy Mayor Manot Nongyai instructed relevant officials to meet with investigators after locals reported that two male suspects had stolen 60...
Violence and theft against tourists in Pattaya – Understanding the problem and accountability
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya, one of Thailand's most popular tourist destinations, is often praised for its vibrant nightlife, beaches, and entertainment. However, occasional incidents...
Teen gang arrested for brutal attack on 80-year-old Belgian tourist in Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand – On Christmas night, a shocking incident unfolded when a group of four teenagers attacked MR. Richard Ander M. Van Bogaert, an...