Songkran 2024 Generates 140 Billion Baht for Thai Economy
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The Songkran Festival, celebrated from April 1-21, has reportedly proven to be a major economic boon for Thailand, generating a total of 140.335 billion baht in revenue, surpassing the Tourism Ministry's initial projection...
Thai Hotels Association Reports Strong Booking Rates for Songkran, Anticipates Tourism Challenges Amid Middle...
National—
On April 20th, 2024, Mr. Tienprasit Chaiyapatanan, the President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), publicly revealed satisfying accommodation booking rates for large Songkran events from April 13th to 15th with 90% of hotels...
National Soft Power Development Committee Advances ‘One Family, One Soft Power’ Initiative to Enhance...
National—
On April 19th, 2024, Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the Chairwoman of the National Committee on Soft Power Development, held the 4th National Soft Power Development Committee Meeting 2024.
The discussion focused on developing the potential of...
Massive Success: Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024 Draws 784,000 Participants, Generates 2.8 Billion...
Bangkok—
On April 16th, 2024, Mr. Chai Watcharong, the Thai Government spokesman, publicly revealed details of a successful “Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024” event from April 11th to the 15th, at Ratchadamnoen Klang Road...
Chiang Mai Bustling with Excitement as Locals and Tourists Engage in Songkran Water Fights
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Chiang Mai province is bustling with excitement as locals and tourists alike engage in spirited water fights to celebrate Songkran amid scorching temperatures reaching 40 °C. The streets of Chiang Mai Old Town,...
Thai Prime Minister Joined Songkran in Hua Hin
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Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has joined the Songkran celebrations in Hua Hin district, making a spirited appearance at the festival organized by Prachuap Khiri Khan province and the Hua Hin district.
Arriving at Phon...
Pattaya Marks a Wild Songkran 2024, But Night Time Water Play Annoys Many
PATTAYA- The renowned Walking Street of Pattaya City was transformed into a vibrant arena of joy as both Thai and international tourists gathered to celebrate the official commencement of the Songkran Festival 2024. The...
13 Teen Motorcyclists Arrested for Causing Annoyance at Songkran Event on Khao San Road
Bangkok—
At 11:00 PM, on April 12th, 2024, Chana Songkhram police officers performed a traffic control inspection at the Songkran event on Khao San road, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok, and captured 13 motorcyclists who allegedly gathered...
Over Ten Thousand People Attend Hat Yai Midnight Songkran 2024, Boosting Local Tourism
Hat Yai—
At 8:00 PM, on April 12th, 2024, Hat Yai local media reported on the atmosphere at the Hatyai Midnight Songkran 2024 event on Saneha Nusorn Road, Hat Yai, Songkhla. More than ten thousand...
Thai PM Srettha Thavisin Opens ‘Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024’ in Bangkok
Bangkok—
On April 11th, 2024, Ms. Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the Thai Tourism and Sports Minister, and relevant agencies participated in the opening of the “Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024” event with 20 parades marching at...
