Thai Government Unveils Progress on Marijuana Bill: Open for Public Feedback on January 12
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On January 10, 2024, Dr. Tewan Thaneerat, the deputy director of the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTTAM), announced the progress of the Draft Marijuana Bill.
The draft has undergone eight revisions...
Discover Pattaya’s Newest Flavour Sensation at Siso Cafe & Bistro!
Hey Pattaya! There's a new spot in town that's got everyone talking. SISO Café & Bistro just swung open its doors at 352, 93 Soi 5, and it's the fresh, friendly face on the...
Thai National Parks’ Revenue and Visitor Numbers Revealed: Phi Phi Island Tops Earnings
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On January 4th, 2024, the Thai Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation publicly revealed statistics on the top 10 Thai national parks with the most revenue and most visited in 2023 from...
AOT Ready for Visa-Free Thailand-China Policy, Expects Boost in Chinese Tourism
PRESS RELEASE:
(NNT) - Following the Thai government’s approval of a permanent visa-free arrangement with China, Airports of Thailand (AOT) is prepared to support the VISA FREE policy.
The agency has collaborated with relevant agencies to...
Opinion Editorial: What’s in Store for Pattaya in 2024
2023 is in the rear view window and here we are, at the start of a fresh new year, a brand new slate, and plenty of ambitious promises and goals from Thai government officials.
2023...
2024 Thailand Bar and Entertainment Closures and No Alcohol Days
As we step into the promising year of 2024, it is essential to be aware of the dates when bars and entertainment venues in Thailand will observe closures and restrictions on alcohol sales.
Particularly, on...
Thai Cabinet Approves Tax Adjustments on Locally Brewed Alcoholic Beverages to Bolster Tourism Hub...
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On January 2nd, 2024, Mr. Lawan Saengsanit, the Director-General of the Revenue Department, publicly revealed that the Thai cabinet approved an adjustment on excise taxes and duties structures on local liquor to promote Thailand...
Thai Tourism Minister Unveils 2023 Foreign Tourist Figures, Highlighting New Year’s Influx
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On January 2nd, 2024, Ms. Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, the Thai Minister of Tourism and Sports, publicly revealed statistics of foreign tourists visiting Thailand in 2023, with more than 28 million individuals, generating income of over...
Thailand Set to Welcome Nine New Airlines in 2024
PRESS RELEASE:
(NNT) - The government is setting its sights on attracting 40 million foreign tourists in 2024, up from 27 million in 2023, bolstered by the launch of nine new airlines. This target comes as...
Thailand Targets Massive Tourism Revenue in 2024
PRESS RELEASE:
(NNT) - The government is focusing on the tourism sector to generate 3.5 trillion baht this year, promoting Thailand as a year-round destination. In 2023, the country welcomed over 27 million tourists, led by...
