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Thai Tourism Looks to the Film Industry for Revenue

Photo credit : Wind Up Films In hopes of keeping the tourism industry afloat, Thai tourism officials have opened their arms towards the film industry to draw film producers and their actors, as well as staff to the country in order to help generate income. It is estimated that 3 billion Thai Baht is set […]

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The top 4 destinations in Thailand available for virtual tours

Just today, TAT has announced its very own launch of virtual tours for the top most popular destinations to Thailand. From Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Surat Thani, TAT will take you on an immersive 360 virtual reality adventure all in 3D! All you have to do is visit the link and sign up today! […]

While Covid 19 is still in the air, Thailand is fairly lucky to have escaped the brutal onslaught thanks to the quick action of the authorities. We can now have a fairly normal life albeit the wearing of masks and frequent hand sanitization which is a small price to pay for this new normal lifestyle. This brings us to a breath of fresh air in the middle of the busiest commercial and housing area in Sukhumvit. The Pongyo at Sansiri is a brainchild of the Saansiri group to provide a splash of greenery for their township and housing project. Visitors are not charged any entrance rates to get into this ecopark that is trying hard to implement a more eco-friendly environment. Visitor to Pongyo will find lots of activites that is suitable for adults and children alike. Located near the entrance is a green café where food and drink is available. Note that most of the greens are from their little mini farm which is just a short walk from their café. There is a children activity area where they can hunt real eggs from the chicken cages, feed the chickens, ducks and fish where the ducks roam free. There is also a rice berry rice field and an area where you can buy plants for your home. Available is also a jogging and cycling track, plus the beautifully landscaped area is great for taking some really nice pictures. This place has a good system of tarmacs for baby strollers up to some areas, but I think that they should improve on their pavements to also include the use of wheelchairs for the elderly and disabled. This ecopark is a great place to spend a weekend visit and best times are in the mornings and late evening when the sun is not too hot. Do go and visit this little gem in the city for a change of being isolated in an enclosed environment.

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A breath of fresh air when you visit Pongyo at Sansiri Backyard

While Covid 19 is still in the air, Thailand is fairly lucky to have escaped the brutal onslaught thanks to the quick action of the authorities. We can now have a fairly normal life albeit the wearing of masks and frequent hand sanitization which is a small price to pay for this new normal lifestyle. […]

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What is it like to travel around Thailand now?

Travelling around Thailand will never be the same again. With travel restrictions to and fro within the country and inter-province travel, there is a need for documentation. At the present moment, travel is largely restricted from high-risk infected areas to the ones which are low-risk. If you’re looking to fly to Phuket there would usually […]

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A small price to pay for insurance

According to an announcement recently by the National Tourism Policy Committee, the approval of a tourism fee is to be charged to every foreign visitor to Thailand for the management of local tourist destinations. A total sum of 300 Thai Baht or 10 US Dollars will be charged in order to provide the basic insurance […]

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Domestic Tourism well and alive as Phuket draws local tourists for the New years

Domestic Tourism well and alive as Phuket draws local tourists for the New years

Though foreign tourism has taken quite the dive, the Thai domestic sector is still booming regardless. Starting from the beginning of January 2021, ferries to Samui have reported extra services required and it shows in the economy of Phuket as hotels as well as other local tourism businesses are subsisting off of the domestic trade. […]

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City Hall of Phra Nakhon gets a new facelift

City Hall of Phra Nakhon gets a new facelift

With the Khao San Road being redeveloped and all 400 meters of it changed, the next stop is the City Hall of Bang Lamphu within the Phra Nakhon District. This is the step by step process which the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration is proceeding with the change the new look and image of the formerly notorious […]

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The Bright Lights to hit Thailand for New Year’s Virtual Celebration

The Bright Lights to hit Thailand for New Year’s Virtual Celebration

In the spirit of social distancing and preventing the spread of COVID-19 the Amazing Thailand Countdown for 2021 has been put on hold, as it is replaced by the virtual countdown that is set to spread across the nation. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and ICONSIAM along with other agencies have come together to […]

Police officers destroy unauthorized marijuana plants in Sakon Nakhon province on Dec. 9, 2020.

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Thailand a destination for Medical Marijuana Tourism

Thailand a destination for Medical Marijuana Tourism

In the announcement on Tuesday, Thai officials are proud to declare the first-ever medical marijuana tour that is set to open in 2021 and the very first in South East Asia. As stated by the Ministry of Public Health and Ministry of Tourism and Sports both are in agreement that more awareness needs to be […]

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Thai Special Tourist Visa now available worldwide!

Thai Special Tourist Visa now available worldwide!

Good news all around for those looking to apply for the latest Special Tourist Visas. When previously only a select few countries would be allowed, the Thai Immigration has announced that this list of countries shall extend to nations beyond the medium to low-risk of COVID-19 pandemic. This global allowance has not put any halt […]