Phumtham responds to Chinese tourist crime concerns, Defends visa-free policy
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham admits visa-free policy has its costs — may open door to crime, but boosts economy; urges public to avoid spreading harmful rumours.
Transport Ministry seeks use of Laos' airport for Mukdahan travel
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025
The Transport Ministry has planned to negotiate with Laos for the use of Savannakhet Airport to facilitate travel to Mukdahan province, rather than constructing a new airport.
Shopping scams, Taxi rip-offs spur 71% jump in Korea complaints
FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2025
A total of 1,543 complaints were filed by foreign tourists about scams in South Korea last year, according to a new report by the Korea Tourism Organization.
ATTA and TAT discuss 320 million baht proposal to boost Chinese tourism
FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2025
The Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) have discussed a proposal for a 320 million baht budget to revitalise Chinese tourism.