Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)

Air

AirAsia and TAT reveal Thailand’s hidden gems—You won’t believe these must-visit spots!

Megha Paul Mar 5, 2025

AirAsia has partnered with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to promote 16 diverse destinations across the country, encouraging travelers to explore beyond Thailand’s major tourist…

Tourism

Tourism Authority of Thailand’s Amazing Green Fest slated for 15 August

Marga Manlapig Aug 8, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in partnership with The Cloud hosts the Amazing Green Fest 2024 this month.

Tourism

Tourism Authority of Thailand and Japan’s Union of Kansai Governments sign letter of intent for two-way tourism

Marga Manlapig Aug 4, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thaland (TAT) and Japan’s Union of Kansai Governments (UKG) formally signed a letter of intent (LOI) in the name of two-way tourism between the nations.

Golfing

The Amazing Thailand Travel and Hospitality Golf Classics 2024, premier golfing events to be held across Thailand

Kanchan Nath Aug 2, 2024

Fore Management Group are proud to have partnered with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and have engaged both Travel Daily Media (TDM) & The Thaiger as media partners to present…

Technology

Central Retail joins Alipay x TAT’s Amazing Thailand app

Marga Manlapig Aug 2, 2024

Thailand’s Central Retail Corporation Public Company Ltd (CRC) continues to lead in the fields of retail and wholesale through its engagement of tourists via a strategic partnership with…

Global

Amazing Thailand, Freedomverse launch new generation Discover Thailand campaign

Marga Manlapig Jul 11, 2024

The campaign’s ultimate goal is to make Thailand a leading global destination by integrating travel promotion with networking technology

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia reconnects Kuala Lumpur to Thailand’s beach city of Pattaya

Kanchan Nath Jun 20, 2024

AirAsia celebrated its service resumption from Kuala Lumpur to Pattaya, Thailand’s eighth largest city famed for its beautiful beaches, water sports activities and entertainment venues.

Features

Ban’s Diving Resort: a village in Koh Tao, Thailand, for every kind of traveller

TDM Editorial Team Jun 12, 2024

This photo was from a recent TAT (Tourism Authority of Thailand) Media FAM trip that involved several of the TAT Senior Management and DMCs. Ban’s Diving Resort in the Gulf of Thailand…

MICE

TTM+ 2024 witnessed 15000+ meetings with 430 sellers from across Thailand and 425 global buyers

Kanchan Nath Jun 6, 2024

TTM+ 2024 welcomes global players with “Amazing Thailand: Your Stories Never End” theme. This year’s edition shines a spotlight on Thailand’s meaningful travel experiences to a record number…

OTAs & Tour Operators

TAT and Traveloka sign Memorandum of Agreement to enhance Thai tourism promotion

Kanchan Nath May 28, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Traveloka, Southeast Asia's leading travel platform, signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to enhance the travel platform’s commitment to…

MICE

Super Songkran Success: A triumphant tale of Thai tourism’s economic, global, and social impact

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2024

 Traveloka's support of Thailand's travel industry continues as the travel platform's domestic search traffic grew by 60% from 8-21 April compared to the same period in March. 

Tourism Boards

Thailand is poised to see an explosive growth in the tourism sector: Srettha Thavisin

Kanchan Nath Mar 11, 2024

Thailand’s Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin, delivered a statement at the “Amazing Thailand Networking Event with the Prime Minister of Thailand” as part of the country’s 49th participation…

Thailand

TAT successfully concluded the Amazing Thailand Luxury Travel Forum 2024

Kanchan Nath Mar 4, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) successfully concluded the Amazing Thailand Luxury Travel Forum 2024. 

Global

Dive tourism contributes P73 billion to PH economy in 2023: Frasco

Kanchan Nath Feb 26, 2024

The Department of Tourism (DOT) reaffirmed its commitment towards sustainable tourism development initiatives in the Philippines, particularly in the development and promotion of the…

Global

TAT joins forces with Trip.com, launching ‘Super World Tour BOSS LIVE’ to offer tourism deals

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with Trip.com Group, hosted ‘Super World Tour BOSS LIVE’ under the “Thailand – A Must for Chinese” campaign at Rosewood Bangkok…

Tourism Boards - Partner Content

Thailand launches ‘Thais Always Care’ campaign

Philipp Meier Feb 4, 2024

To reinforce the concept of a welcoming culture, The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) officially launched the ‘Thais Always Care’ campaign earlier this month in collaboration with the…

Tourism Boards

TAT highlights meaningful travel and sustainable tourism direction at ATF 2024

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2024

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is highlighting Thailand’s revitalised direction towards more meaningful travel with a focus on high value and sustainable tourism at the ASEAN…

Features

Weaving Tradition and Culture into Thailand’s Tourism

Kanchan Nath Dec 27, 2023

Events and festivals in Thailand are powerful representations of the kingdom’s cultural values and traditions, with most international performances looking to assimilate Thai heritage that…

Visa updates

Thailand marks Visa exemption for Indian tourists with special airport welcome

Kanchan Nath Nov 13, 2023

Effective from 10 November 2023 to 10 May 2024, holders of Indian passports or travel documents will be granted a temporary visa exemption for a 30-day stay for the purpose of tourism in…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com Group, Tourism Authority of Thailand sign partnership

Kristin Mariano Oct 21, 2023

Trip.com Group and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to cooperate on bolstering tourism in Thailand. This collaboration aims to promote…

Hotels

OYO Thailand launches 60% discount for Indian tourists

Kanchan Nath Oct 12, 2023

Global hospitality technology company OYO has announced upto 60% discount for Indian tourists in OYO hotels in Thailand.

Tourism Boards

TAT  sponsors the e-book “Connecting to Spiritual Thailand: A Guide to 60 Powerspots”

Kanchan Nath Sep 26, 2023

Ever-greater numbers of travellers are seeking unique experiences that will provide them with a sense of spiritual fulfilment. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is responding to this…

Visa updates

Thailand grants visa exemption to Chinese and Kazakhstani tourists from 25 September 2023

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2023

Effective until 29 February 2024, the five-month stimulus visa scheme is aimed to help reach this year’s tourism revenue target of 2.38 trillion Baht.

Tourism

‘Experience economy’ drives Thailand’s tourism growth

Kristin Mariano Aug 30, 2023

The return of popular international artists and live concerts to Bangkok offers multiple benefits to the Thai economy. There is a growing trend to travel internationally for music,…

Airlines and Aviation

Thai Vietjet rated 5-Star in Sustainable Tourism by TAT

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2023

Thai Vietjet has been rated 5-star in sustainable tourism at the STAR: Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, on August 25, 2023, at the award ceremony…

Visa updates

Visa and TAT launch ‘Visa Thailand Grand Sale’

Kanchan Nath Jul 18, 2023

 Visa, a world leader in digital payments and Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT announced the launch of the Visa Thailand Grand Sale campaign

Reports

SiteMinder, Meituan, Tourism Authority of Thailand report 1-in-10 travellers to Thailand now from China

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2023

New figures from SiteMinder, Meituan and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reveal that over 1.3 million of the 11 million-plus international travellers to Thailand have this year…

Tourism Boards

Tourism Authority Thailand’s (TAT) ‘Amazing New Chapters’ campaign is revitalising the country’s tourism sector

Kristin Mariano Jun 19, 2023

Earlier this year, the Tourism Authority Thailand (TAT) officially unveiled the latest iteration of 'Amazing New Chapters' campaign, aimed at breathing new life into the inbound tourism…

Appointments

Thapanee Kiatphaibool approved as new TAT Governor

Kanchan Nath May 28, 2023

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced the appointment of Thapanee Kiatphaibool as its new governor, effective from 1 September.

Events

Travel Daily (TD) Media announces partnership with Tourism Authority of Thailand for Inspiring Women In Travel Asia (IWTA) Awards 2023

Kristin Mariano May 17, 2023

TD (Travel Daily) Media is pleased to announce that Tourism Authority of Thailand  - Amazing Thailand is an official sponsor of the upcoming  TD Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA)…

Attractions

TAT collaborates with ICONSIAM to showcase the longest multimedia water feature in Southeast Asia

Kanchan Nath May 3, 2023

ICONSIAM, a global landmark along the Chao Phraya River, participates in the project "VIJITR 5 Regions" organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports by Tourism Authority of Thailand…

Tourism Boards

TAT launches ‘Vijitr’ lighting extravaganza across Thailand’s 5 regions

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2023

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is organising the ‘Vijitr’  extravagant light-and-sound events across the five regions of Thailand between April and June 2023, in line with the…

Tourism Boards

TAT Mumbai partners with Uber India

Kanchan Nath Feb 16, 2023

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Mumbai Office has partnered with Uber India to promote the ‘Amazing Thailand Festival 2023’ to be held from 24-26 March, 2023 at Jio World Garden, BKC…

Airlines and Aviation

Maiden Flydubai direct flight reaches Pattaya

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2023

The maiden direct flight from Dubai to Pattaya by Flydubai arrived at U-Tapao Airport in Chon Buri Province on Friday night, carrying 158 passengers. 

Tourism

Tourism Authority of Thailand, Mumbai gets Isada Saovaros as new head

Megha Paul Aug 11, 2022

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has appointed Isada Saovaros as the Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand Mumbai Office, effective 1 August

Tourism

Thailand Privilege Card membership programme extended for 2 years

Megha Paul Jul 27, 2022

The decision to continue the programme – which was scheduled to end in 2022 – is in response to the positive feedback received from foreign investors who have joined as Elite Flexible One…

Tourism

TAT to steer Thai tourism towards high value and sustainable growth with 2023 marketing plan

Megha Paul Jul 21, 2022

TAT wants to drive Thailand towards experience-based and sustainable tourism with its new marketing campaign for next year

Tourism

Thailand targets tourism revenue of up to USD 65 billion next year

Megha Paul Jul 20, 2022

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said it expects the tourism industry to generate revenue of up to USD 65.03 billion next year

Tourism

Thailand further eases nationwide COVID-19 controls

Megha Paul Jun 2, 2022

Thai government has further eased the nationwide COVID-19 controls by expanding the colour-coded zones to three: The Pilot Tourist Areas or blue zone, the Surveillance Areas or green zone,…

Tourism

Boosting tourism between Thailand and GCC, Almosafer partners with Thailand Tourism

Megha Paul May 19, 2022

Almosafer’s consumer segment and TAT will work together to promote and develop quality tourism experiences in Thailand for travellers from GCC countries, with focus on niche markets,…

THAI, THAI Smile, and TAT join hands to fly Indian travellers to Thailand

Megha Paul Apr 11, 2022

THAI, THAI Smile, and TAT signed the LOI to enhance travel experience and develop marketing activities for the Indian market, to offer passengers with privileges and joint promotion…

Air

TAT joins hands with Thai AirAsia to boost inbound travel

Megha Paul Apr 6, 2022

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) aims to attract 1.75 million tourists from short-haul markets this year as more countries reopen

Interviews

Amazing Thailand, New Chapters champions country’s COVID-19-adapted tourism products

Anthony Gallagher Apr 4, 2022

Luxperience Australia and Thailand Tourism Authority hosted a bespoke event in Sydney to celebrate Thailand's unique MICE luxury experiences and the amazing culture.

Hotelbeds partners with Tourism Authority of Thailand to attract US travellers

Kristin Mariano Mar 25, 2022

Hotelbeds is joining forces with the Tourism Authority of Thailand on a campaign to promote the destination to US travel agents, one of its most important outbound markets.

Emirates joins hands with Thailand to promote tourism

Megha Paul Mar 1, 2022

Emirates has pledged its support to promoting tourism in Thailand through a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) signed with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)

Vaccination Updates

News alert: Thailand drops Day 5 PCR test

Megha Paul Feb 28, 2022

Thailand has now dropped the Day 5 hotel stay and PCR test rule while reducing the mandatory insurance cover to $20,000 starting 1 March

THAI, TAT offer “FLY with THAI, FLY with LOVE” promotion

Kristin Mariano Feb 14, 2022

Thai Airways (THAI) and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) jointly celebrate Valentine’s Day and Japan’s White Day by offering special air ticket promotion for passengers travelling…

Thailand is easing up entry regulations from February 1, 2022

Kristin Mariano Feb 1, 2022

Thailand authorities have officially confirmed the following specially-designed entry schemes starting from February 1, 2022.

TAT India unveils online training for travel agents

Megha Paul Jan 31, 2022

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Mumbai and New Delhi Offices have launched the ‘Thailand Specialist Programme’, an industry-focused online training course for Indian travel advisors and…

Tourism

Thailand Resumes The Test&Go Entry Scheme

Joe Cusmano Jan 25, 2022

As Thailand resumes its Test&Go programme, travellers who are vaccinated will be exempt from quarantine upon entry.

Thailand travel update: Here’s what you need to know before you go

Kristin Mariano Jan 13, 2022

Thailand has updated its travel restrictions due to the spread of the Omicron variant.

Teeing it off! Thai Golf Pass unveils Season 5 in India

Megha Paul Dec 30, 2021

SLW, the leading golf management company in Thailand has geared up to launch the fifth season of Thai Golf Passport in India

Tourism

Thailand Pass temporarily closes Test & Go until further notice

Kristin Mariano Dec 22, 2021

Thailand Pass will be closed for all new ‘Test and Go’ and ‘Sandbox’ applications (except Phuket Sandbox), starting 22 December 2021 until further notice.

Tourism

TAT launches ‘Visit Thailand Year 2022’ in the Gulf Region

Kristin Mariano Nov 16, 2021

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recently staged a special tourism marketing mission to Dubai, the UAE, that resulted in stronger ties with strategic airline partners and a wider…

MakeMyTrip and GO FIRST join hands to unveil exclusive air charter holidays to Phuket

Megha Paul Nov 11, 2021

MakeMyTrip in partnership with ultra-low-cost airline GO FIRST has launched exclusive Air Charter Holiday Services to Phuket

Quarantine-free travel to Thailand: Here’s what you need to know

Kristin Mariano Oct 26, 2021

After the successful Phuket Sandbox Programme, Thailand will reopen the country for fully-vaccinated travellers from 46 approved countries starting November 1st without quarantine.

Thailand approves USD2.8 billion more economic support

Megha Paul Oct 20, 2021

Thailand’s cabinet has approved a further THB 92 billion (USD 2.76 billion) of relief measures to help boost its flagging economy as the Southeast Asian country deals with its biggest…

Quarantine-free travel to Thailand for fully vaccinated travellers starting November

Kristin Mariano Oct 12, 2021

Thailand will welcome fully vaccinated travellers without quarantine beginning November 1st.

Tourism

Thailand is open – a travel update from the tourism authority of Thailand

Kristin Mariano Oct 8, 2021

Great news for UK travellers as Thailand is off the red list, which means fully vaccinated travellers arriving in the UK from green list countries no longer need to do a pre-departure test,…

Reopening updates

Thailand reduces mandatory stay in Sandbox destinations down to seven days

Kristin Mariano Oct 3, 2021

As of 1 October, the quarantine time for fully vaccinated international travellers arriving in Thailand, including the pilot reopening destinations through the Alternative Quarantine (AQ)…

News alert: Thailand postpones plan to reopen cities to travellers until November

Megha Paul Sep 23, 2021

Thailand has pushed back plans to reopen Bangkok and some other major cities to foreign arrivals until November, due to vaccination rates falling short of targets

Samui Plus witnesses over 11K room nights booked until December

Megha Paul Sep 22, 2021

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced since the launch of the Samui Plus programme, number of arrivals to Samui totalled 786, resulting in 9,823 room nights

Reopening updates

Bangkok reopening postponed to 15 October

Megha Paul Sep 16, 2021

Bangkok’s reopening for inoculated tourists will be delayed by two weeks as most of the city’s residents are still waiting for their second jabs, while the tourism ministry has pledged to…

Bangkok to reopen for fully vaccinated tourists from 1 October

Megha Paul Sep 13, 2021

Thailand plans to reopen Bangkok to fully vaccinated visitors in October, officials said as the country seeks to salvage its tourism industry

Hua Hin achieves vaccine target for October reopening

Kristin Mariano Sep 9, 2021

As of 5 September 2021, Hua Hin has vaccinated 66,558, which covers 73% of the target population as herd immunity is one of the requirements for the safe reopening of the province.

Reopening updates

Thailand drives reopening despite spiking Covid-19 cases

Joe Cusmano Sep 8, 2021

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed a further extension to its reopening plans with the Phuket Sandbox 7+7 programme.

Tourism

TAT India launches ‘Thailand Build Back Better Together’ campaign

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2021

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) India Offices in New Delhi and Mumbai have announced the launch of ‘Thailand Build Back Better Together’ campaign, which is a pan India travel agent…

Vaccination Updates

Thailand announces ‘Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension’ for fully vaccinated MENA travellers

Megha Paul Aug 31, 2021

Launched on 16 August, 2021, the programme reduces the mandatory stay in Phuket from 14 to 7 days for MENA travellers who received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine

Tourism

Hua Hin, Thailand on track of October reopening

Kristin Mariano Aug 26, 2021

Stakeholders have confirmed at the Hua Hin Airport Roadshow that the province is on track for its reopening in October.

Reopening updates

What you should know about Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension

Kristin Mariano Aug 23, 2021

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to provide general information on the “Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension” programme, which is an upgrade to the existing Phuket Sandbox…

Features

Experience more of Thailand without quarantine with Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension programme

Kristin Mariano Aug 19, 2021

The Land of Smiles continues to open up! International travellers can now travel more throughout Phuket and surrounding areas without needing to quarantine.

Reopening updates

‘Phuket Sandbox’ welcomes 14K arrivals, USD25m revenue

Kristin Mariano Aug 6, 2021

In the first month of the ‘Phuket Sandbox’ programme since its launch on 1 July, over 14,000 foreign tourists have visited Phuket, and generated THB829 million (USD25 million) revenue,…

Reopening updates

Samui Plus to welcome 1000 foreign tourists

Kristin Mariano Jul 19, 2021

The Centre for Economic Situation Administration (CESA) said that Samui Island is set to welcome about 1,000 foreign tourists under the Samui Plus programme during its first month of…

Vaccination Updates

Phuket opens for vaccinated tourist whilst cases soar in Thailand

Joe Cusmano Jul 9, 2021

Most of Phuket's income is linked to tourism, and it was lost when Thailand tightened its borders and enforced strict rules.

Reopening updates

Thailand travel guide: How to travel to Phuket and Samui

Kristin Mariano Jul 9, 2021

Thailand’s Department of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued infographics providing information on the Phuket Sandbox and Samui Plus programmes, for travellers heading…

Reopening updates

After Phuket, Koh Samui reopening on July 15 on track

Kristin Mariano Jul 7, 2021

Following the smooth launch of Phuket Sandbox Programme last July 1, Koh Samui is slated to reopen next on July 15.

Reopening updates

Samui, Krabi, Phang Nga and Chiang Mai to follow after Phuket Sandbox reopening

Kristin Mariano Jul 2, 2021

After Phuket, other places like Samui, Krabi, Phang Nga and Chiang Mai are planned to soon follow.

Reopening updates

Thailand further relaxes COVID-19 measures ahead July reopening

Kristin Mariano Jun 24, 2021

Effective from 21 June 2021, updated COVID-19 measures were officially announced in the Royal Thai Government Gazette on the 19th in preparation for the reopening of pilot destinations to…

Vaccination Updates

Phuket’s July reopening gets conditional approval

Kristin Mariano Jun 15, 2021

Phuket Sandbox Programme that will reopen the island to vaccinated travellers without quarantine has received conditional approval from the National Communicable Diseases Committee (NCDC).

Reopening updates

Thailand’s latest quarantine blooper puts tourism in jeopardy

Joe Cusmano May 3, 2021

Thailand has made overnight changes without any advanced warning, to end shortened quarantine, vaccinated or not, and is returning to a full 14-day quarantine.

Vaccination Updates

After golf quarantine, Thailand now unveils yacht quarantine scheme

Megha Paul Mar 11, 2021

All visitors to Thailand must currently spend 14 days in quarantine on arrival, but now they can choose a more luxurious way to wait it out -- by staying onboard a yacht

Get ready For Amazing Thailand 2021! TAT celebrates restart of travel with exclusive event

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrated the reopening of its borders for travellers from the Middle East with an intimate dinner event, ’Get Ready For Amazing Thailand 2021’

Hoping for true love? Thai tourism board plays cupid

Kristin Mariano Dec 16, 2020

If you are single living in Thailand and hoping to retire from singlehood, would you give Tourism Authority of Thailand a chance to find your match?

Tourism

Anyone can now apply for Thailand’s Special Tourist Visa

Kristin Mariano Dec 14, 2020

The Thai Cabinet has approved foreigners from any country to apply for the Special Tourist Visa if they wish to travel to Thailand.

Thailand mulls bringing back visa-on-arrival to attract more tourists

Kristin Mariano Dec 10, 2020

The proposal aims to attract more short-term tourists who wish to visit Thailand. The additional 15 days is to accommodate the mandatory 14-day quarantine for all arrivals.

Tourism

How much do you need to apply for Thailand’s new TR and STV visas?

Kristin Mariano Nov 27, 2020

TD compiled some of the apparent costs when applying for the TR (valid for 60 days) and STV (valid for 90 days) visas.

What is it really like to stay in an Alternative State Quarantine in Thailand?

Kristin Mariano Nov 25, 2020

Everyone travelling to Thailand has to undergo mandatory quarantine in Alternative State Quarantine (ASQ) and travellers must book the hotel for isolation prior to their travel.

Thailand unveils new tourist visa for US travellers

Megha Paul Nov 25, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced a new tourist visa for US travellers to apply in advance and come to Thailand safely for up to 60 days

Thailand reopens for long-stay Middle East travellers

Megha Paul Nov 23, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand has announced the reopening of its borders to travellers from the Middle East with the introduction of the ‘TR’ tourist visa which enables tourists to visit…

TAT supports elephants and environment organisations with ‘Thailand Reduce Waste’ campaign

Megha Paul Nov 20, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand has announced that it is donating through the ‘Thailand Reduce Waste’ campaign to Friends of the Asian Elephant and the Seub Nakhasathien Foundation

Thailand redesigns Muslim-friendly travel application for Middle East visitors

Megha Paul Nov 18, 2020

In preparation to welcome visitors back this winter, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced a fresh redesign of their Thailand Muslim Friendly App, that caters to Muslim…

Thailand further relaxes visa requirements for Europe and Scandinavia

Kristin Mariano Nov 13, 2020

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that they have relaxed the criteria for issuing the new tourist visas by allowing tourists from ‘medium risk’ countries.

Phuket, Thailand is ‘100% ready’ to welcome tourists

Kristin Mariano Nov 3, 2020

Transport minister Saksayam Chidchob said that Thailand’s top foreign tourism destination, Phuket, is ‘100% ready’ to accept international tourists arriving with the new Special Tourist…

Thailand unveils ‘expat travel bonus’ campaign

Megha Paul Oct 27, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) joins hands with the Thai Hotels Association (THA) to offer the Expat Travel Bonus, an amazing discount privilege exclusively for expat residents and…

Towards wellness: TAT launches ‘Amazing Thailand, The Healthy Journey’

Megha Paul Oct 20, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand has launched the new ‘Amazing Thailand, The Healthy Journey’ campaign, targetting travellers from Southeast and South Asia seeking medical and wellness services

Meet Thailand’s top 100 luxury sellers at the first ever ‘Distinctly Thai Luxury & Romance Mart’

Kristin Mariano Sep 17, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched its Distinctly Thai campaign to promote Thailand’s luxury hotels and experiences.

Tourism Boards

Phuket, Thailand reopening delayed as country records new COVID case after three months

Kristin Mariano Sep 7, 2020

After three months of being COVID-free, Thailand has recorded its first case of locally-transmitted COVID case. Due to this, the proposed “Phuket model” is likely to be delayed, according to…

TAT partners with Alipay and Fliggy to encourage Chinese expats to explore Thailand

Megha Paul Sep 4, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand announced a joint campaign with Alipay and Fliggy to reboot domestic tourism

Road to recovery: New motorway opens more tourism destinations in Thailand’s eastern corridor

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2020

A 32-kilometre motorway opening in Thailand’s rapidly developing Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) will significantly enhance access to a broad range of new destinations, sites and attractions…

Thailand tops list of the world’s safest destinations during COVID-19

Megha Paul Aug 24, 2020

Thailand has topped the list of the world’s safest destinations to visit during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Germany's Tourlane

Tourism Authority Thailand hosts first Krabi Carbon Neutral Meeting

Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand Aug 23, 2020

The green image of Krabi came alive on the Sky Garden of ANANA Ecological Resort Krabi at a TAT carbon neutral tourism event courtesy of the Anana Seagrass Carbon Compensation scheme.

Tourism Boards

Thailand reopening to international tourism may not happen this year

Kristin Mariano Aug 17, 2020

While many countries are rushing to reopen their borders to international tourists, one of the beloved destinations in Asia, Thailand, is not jumping the bandwagon.

Silavadee: A success story of attracting domestic travellers to witness charms of Koh Samui

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2020

Since its reopening, the resort has welcomed domestic travellers and introduced them to experience Samui and its many attractions

Flavours of Thailand: TAT hosts live digital cooking show with popular lifestyle personality

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand hosted its live social media cooking event ‘Nakhat Thailandiaa with Rawan’ (Flavour of Thailand with Rawan)

TAT maps ultimate Thai travel guide for millennials in Middle East

Megha Paul Jul 27, 2020

Thailand has has launched Amazing Thailand Millennial Roadmap Survey for the Middle East millenials as its latest initiative as it restarts travel

All that you need to know about TAT’s first Amazing Thailand eBook of all destinations and maps

Megha Paul Jul 22, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand has compiled over 200 of its destination brochures, leaflets, books, maps and media covering all aspects of Thai tourism into one eBook platform to make it easy…

Do not miss! Thailand’s fruit tour goes live on 21 July

Megha Paul Jul 20, 2020

Thailand will host live social media event ‘Thailand – Miss You 3000: Thai Fruit Tour’ tomorrow with Nael and Wael Abu Alteen

TAT hosts India’s first-ever luxury virtual connect

Megha Paul Jul 17, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) conducted India Luxury Virtual Connect (ILVC), India’s first-ever virtual roadshow, which was designed exclusively for leading travel partners across…

Watch out! TAT unveils Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2020

Megha Paul Jul 13, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced the ‘Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2020 – Non-Stop Shopping’ from 15 July to 15 September 2020, to stimulate tourism spending and help…

Banyan Tree Group receives first-ever safe destination certifications in flagship destination resort

Megha Paul Jul 3, 2020

Banyan Tree Group’s flagship destination integrated resort - Laguna Phuket has secured and successfully held its first post-COVID event ‘Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration…

TAT joins AirAsia to stimulating domestic tourism with new aviation safety standards

Megha Paul Jun 30, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) joined Thai AirAsia for a special activity taking place on the Bangkok-Krabi route on 29-30 June 2020, aimed at rebuilding confidence and…

PATA Dream to Travel Festival opens with focus on Thailand

Megha Paul Jun 29, 2020

With over 1,000 attendees registered, the PATA Dream to Travel Festival officially began on 22 June 2020. The online event brings together travel trade businesses worldwide to learn,…

Reopening soon: Centara Hua Hin steps up game with TAT certification to welcome travellers in July

Megha Paul Jun 25, 2020

Continuing to enrich Hua Hin as a well-established vacation destination, Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin prepares to reopen its door again this July. Promising even…

TAT launches mini-site for SHA certification

Megha Paul May 20, 2020

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched a mini-site dedicated to the ‘Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration: SHA’ project, that certifies and confirms the readiness…

Second outbreak impedes China market

Megha Paul Apr 24, 2020

Chinese tourists may not return soon as a second wave of the outbreak is hitting many key areas, while tour agents in Europe are bypassing summer vacations and starting to offer winter…

Tourism Authority of Thailand marks 50th Earth Day with five sustainable experiences for armchair travellers

Megha Paul Apr 23, 2020

Established in 1970 and now observed by more than one billion people across more than 190 countries, World Earth Day presents an opportunity to demonstrate support for environmental…

TAT brings Thailand to the world…virtually

Megha Paul Apr 13, 2020

As part of its campaign to ‘Bring Thailand to the World... Virtually’, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched an inspiring video series for travellers to experience…

TAT update: All national parks in Thailand closed

Megha Paul Mar 26, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has informed international and domestic tourists that all national parks and forest parks in Thailand are closed to visitors from 25 March until…

Vachirachai Sirisumpan joins TAT as director in New Delhi

Megha Paul Mar 16, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has appointed Vachirachai Sirisumpan as director for its New Delhi Office. Sirisumpan has been with TAT for more than 20 years with extensive…

Wefightcovid19: TAT tees it off with Golfasian

Megha Paul Mar 13, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Asia’s largest golf tour operator Golfasian have joined forces to assure golfers that the country is still primed for play. What’s more,…

Don Mueang Airport enhances COVID-19 surveillance

Megha Paul Mar 10, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the latest update that the Airports of Thailand (AOT) has stepped up its surveillance, prevention and control measures for…

TAT releases daily photos of weather situations at attractions across Thailand

Megha Paul Feb 27, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is releasing a daily collection of photos with daytime weather situations at various attractions across Thailand. This latest initiative is to let…

Tourism Authority of Thailand turns 60 in style with ‘Luxperience’

Megha Paul Feb 19, 2020

Marking its 60th anniversary, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrated with a glamourous event at CE LA VI Dubai under the theme ‘Luxperience’ in partnership with Siam…

Associations

TAT’s announces Year of the Rat and 60th anniversary celebrations

Alastair Newport Jan 17, 2020

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is inviting all to join in its unique Chinese New Year (CNY) 2020 celebrations organised in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket to ring in the ‘Year of the…

Gourmet delight: Chiang Mai finds spot in Michelin Guide Thailand 2020

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched the ‘Michelin Guide Thailand 2020’ in the northern capital of Chiang Mai, giving a major boost to the appeal of North Thailand as a…

Tourism

Thailand’s tourist spots suffer a nosedive

Kristin Mariano Oct 22, 2019

Phuket, Thailand’s most popular holiday destination, are now left with vacant rooms after being shunned by its biggest market. Chinese visitors dwindled this year forcing some hotels to cut…

“The South-East Asia market is a primary focus” Ctrip to partner with Thai tourism body

Alastair Newport Oct 18, 2019

Ctrip Group CMO Sun Bo and the governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Yuthasak Supasorn, met today to discuss a potential partnership between the two organisations, to…

Associations

TAT: “Thailand is ready to host the 2020 Global Summit of Women”

Alastair Newport Oct 18, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced its support for the staging of the '2020 Global Summit of Women', in Bangkok, from 23-25 April, 2020. TAT executives, led by…

Associations

TAT: Thailand gets two more ASEAN Heritage Parks

Alastair Newport Oct 17, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that two of Thailand’s national parks have been designated as ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHPs) during the recent 15th ASEAN Ministerial…

Championing tourism: TAT honours travel experts

Megha Paul Sep 30, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) presented 94 Thailand Tourism Awards that recognise the Thai travel industry’s best and brightest for their excellence in delivering remarkable…

Tourism Authority of Thailand goes mobile

Megha Paul Aug 16, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched its latest promotional initiative, ‘TAT Mobile Car’ to deliver information to tourists as they tour the capital city’s sights. This…

Tourism

Thailand tourism to benefit from the worsening US-China trade war

Kristin Mariano May 21, 2019

Thailand tourism sector is expected to gain from the aggravating trade war between US and China as mainland tourists are looking to shorten their long haul flights to visit closer…

Food & Drink

Michelin adds Chiang Mai’s “distinctive local cuisine” to 2020 edition

Alastair Newport Apr 30, 2019

Whichever way you slice it, the spicy, contrasting notes of Thailand’s big flavoured cuisine is one of the country’s most famous and well-loved exports, as well as inspiring foodies from…

Tourism

Visa pleasers: Thailand makes Chinese entry even easier

Kristin Mariano Jan 30, 2019

Chinese travelling to Thailand can apply for Thai visas via a new online visa application service from 15 February onwards.

Tourism

CNY 2019: 330,000 Chinese visitors to Thailand to spend USD 314 million

Alastair Newport Jan 25, 2019

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has revealed up to 330,000 Chinese visitors could be making their way to Thailand to celebrate the Chinese New Year celebration, with a projected…

Thailand

10 million reasons for Thai tourism to celebrate 2018

Alastair Newport Dec 21, 2018

Following months of crisis management and initiatives from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), there are reasons for the market to be cheerful as the year draws to a close, when the…

China

Thailand pins hopes for surge in Chinese tourism on CNY celebrations

Alastair Newport Nov 6, 2018

With the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand falling 11.8% in August 2018, one of the country’s most important lucrative markets -- cornering around 20% of the economy -- is…

Global

Beyond Bangkok: Expedia and TAT join forces to promote Thai second cities

Alastair Newport Sep 18, 2018

Expedia and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced their new partnership to promote Thailand, and in particular regional cities outside of Bangkok, such as Chiang Rai, Koh Lipe,…

Middle East

Thailand second favourite destination in Muslim tourism market set to reach US$300 billion

Alastair Newport May 11, 2018

Repeating its performance from last year and 2016 as runners-up in the Mastercard-Crescent Rating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) most Muslim-friendly travel destination -- outside of the…

Asia

Thailand’s biggest travel trade show hits Pattaya for the first time

Alastair Newport May 10, 2018

Following the success of last year’s final event in Chiang Mai, Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) is heading south to the ever popular Thai beach town of Pattaya for TTM+ ‘Amazing Gateway to…

Airlines and Aviation

Thailand develops multiple international air hubs

Mark Elliott Aug 9, 2017

Thailand is strengthening its status as a global air hub with the addition of new international flights connecting different parts of the country with the rest of the world. The new…

Events

Thailand promotes driving holidays at Hungarian Grand Prix

Mark Elliott Jul 25, 2017

Spectators at this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix will be able to learn more about driving holidays in Thailand. This is because the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has decided to use…

Tourism Boards

Gastronomy on the menu as Thailand sets out tourism plan

Mark Elliott Jul 19, 2017

Thailand will focus on niche sectors, including gastronomy, as part of its latest tourism development plan. Unveiled by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the 2018 marketing…

Tourism

Thailand targets one million Americans

Mark Elliott Jul 18, 2017

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hoping to attract one million visitors from the US this year. Kittipong Prapattong, director of the tourism board's Los Angeles office, told…

Tourism

Thailand eyes 15% jump in tourism revenues

Mark Elliott Jul 12, 2017

Thailand expects to experience a sharp rise in its tourism revenues next year, as its drive to attract more "quality tourists" pays dividends. Visitor arrivals to the kingdom have…

Events

Thailand hosts huge Japanese fam trip

Mark Elliott Jun 26, 2017

Thailand marked the 130th anniversary of its diplomatic ties with Japan by hosting a huge fam trip for members of the country’s travel trade and media. The event saw 130 Japanese…

Events

Thailand Travel Mart moves to Pattaya

Mark Elliott Jun 19, 2017

Thailand’s biggest travel trade show, the Thailand Travel Mart (TTM+), has ended a two-year run in Chiang Mai and will move to the resort city of Pattaya in 2018. The event, which is…

Tourism

Thai arrivals edge higher

Mark Elliott Jun 12, 2017

Thailand continued to experienced rising visitor arrivals in the first five months of 2017, albeit at a slower pace than in recent years. According to data from the Tourism Authority…

Technology

Brain Waves: a car parking robot, fingerprint boarding passes, and more

Mark Elliott Jun 6, 2017

Stan the robot employed for airport car parking Travellers using airport meet and greet or valet services could soon have their cars parked by a robot. A new innovation from Stanley…

Tourism

TAT aims to boost tourism in Nakhon Si Thammarat

Mark Elliott Jun 3, 2017

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has embarked on a major campaign to promote the southern province of Nakhon Si Thammarat to domestic and international tourists. Under the new…

Tourism

Thailand clamps down on new wave of “zero baht” tours

Mark Elliott Jun 1, 2017

Thailand has revealed fresh plans to clamp down on online travel companies that sell low-quality tour packages to the country. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the new…

MICE

Hundreds of wedding planners converge in Phuket

Mark Elliott May 4, 2017

A major convention was held in Phuket this week, gathering 450 wedding planners from 65 countries to the Thai island. The fourth Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress 2017 took…

Tourism Boards

Thailand hosts Iranian tourism roadshow

Mark Elliott Apr 17, 2017

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is hosting a roadshow in Iran this week, aimed at promoting Thailand as a destination for the country’s travellers. The first event was held in the…

Events

Record turnout expected for Thailand Travel Mart

Mark Elliott Apr 13, 2017

The Thailand Travel Mart (TTM) will see a record turnout when it returns to Chiang Mai in June. The trade show, which is officially known as the "Thailand Travel Mart Plus Amazing…

Tourism Boards

Thai tourism’s financial focus starts paying off

Mark Elliott Mar 29, 2017

Thailand's strategy of focusing on quality over quantity, in terms of its international tourist arrivals, appears to be paying off. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) revealed today…

Airlines and Aviation

Thailand hosts fam trip to mark new “Phuket Express”

Mark Elliott Mar 28, 2017

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has teamed up with Thai Airways to celebrate the launch of the national carrier's new Beijing-Phuket flights. The new route marks THAI's first…

Tourism Boards

Khiri hopeful following Thailand-Myanmar deal

Mark Elliott Feb 17, 2017

The head of one of Myanmar's biggest DMCs has said that he is hopeful that a new agreement between Thailand and Myanmar will lead to greater cross-border tourism opportunities. Edwin…

Tourism Boards

Thailand showcases stories on Sydney trams

Mark Elliott Feb 8, 2017

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is ramping up its promotional efforts in Sydney with a new campaign on the city's trams. The so-called "Megasides" on Sydney's Light Rail carriages…

Airlines and Aviation

Thailand harnesses Etihad network to boost tourism

Mark Elliott Feb 2, 2017

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has penned a major agreement with Etihad Airways to boost the country's international visitor arrivals. The new US$1 million agreement will see the…

Tourism

Thailand expects record tourism revenues in 2017

Mark Elliott Jan 23, 2017

Thailand is expecting to generate record tourism revenues in 2017. The Tourism Authority of Thailand's (TAT) Sydney director, Rujiras Chatchalermkit, said that the country is…

Tourism Boards

Thailand expects Chinese New Year tourism boost

Mark Elliott Jan 16, 2017

Thailand expects to welcome 825,000 international visitors during the forthcoming Chinese New year holiday period. The total, which was revealed by the Tourism Authority of Thailand…

Tourism Boards

ASEAN countries team up to drive cruise tourism

Mark Elliott Apr 14, 2015

Four Southeast Asian countries have teamed up to promote the region's cruise industry. Under a unified ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) banner, representatives from…