Thailand Tourism News — Koh Lanta & Andaman Travel Updates
Tuk-Tuk Driver Faces Backlash Over 4,000 Baht Fare After Concert
A tuk-tuk driver has faced online criticism after posting a video of a dispute with two foreign tourists over a 4,000-baht fare for a ride from Rajamangala National Stadium to a hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 4 in Bangkok following The Weeknd’s concert. According to the video, the driver demanded 4,000 baht when the pair arrived […]
TAT Partners Tripadvisor to Boost Thailand Tourism by 2027
The Tourism Authority of Thailand has partnered with Tripadvisor to use marketing expertise, traveler data, and digital technology to promote Thailand as a high-value destination by 2027. The collaboration supports the "Transform Together" strategy and aims to attract quality tourists while distributing benefits across the tourism economy. TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatpaibool announced the Letter of Intent on October 14, 2026.
Michelin Lights Up Hua Lamphong with Projection Mapping Show
Michelin is hosting a two‑night projection mapping show at Bangkok’s historic Hua Lamphong Railway Station on Oct 16‑17 as part of its ‘On the Road and Beyond!’ experience marketing campaign. The light‑and‑sound display showcases the company’s latest innovations — from air‑less lunar tires and wind‑assisted sails to acoustic and digital‑tire technologies — highlighting Michelin’s expansion beyond tires into broader transportation and sustainability solutions. The free public event runs each evening from 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm.
Thailand Launches Global Thai Silk Exhibition With Designers Worldwide
Thailand’s Tourism Authority and the Thai Silk Association have unveiled the Amazing Thailand Global Thai Silk Exhibition, featuring designs from over 100 countries using Thai silk. The exhibition, launched alongside Thailand’s hosting of the 2026 IMF and World Bank meetings, seeks to promote Thai cultural heritage to an international audience. Organizers say they have sent more than 500 metres of black Thai silk to designers worldwide to create garments that reflect each nation’s identity.
IMF-World Bank Meetings Bangkok to Generate 2.25 Billion Baht
BANGKOK – The IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Bangkok are expected to generate up to 2.25 billion baht in economic activity, as Thailand seeks to turn the high-profile gathering into a springboard for luxury tourism and future international events. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), said on Tuesday that the […]
The Weeknd Announces Three Bangkok Concerts for October 2026
The Weeknd will perform three concerts at Bangkok’s Rajamangala Stadium on October 11‑13, 2026, with special guest Creepy Nuts and a spectacular stage production. The shows are the final Asian leg of his global After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour, which has grossed over $1.2 billion worldwide. Fans can expect hits from his latest albums and a record‑setting live experience.
Tourism Department Reports Hot Spring Project 4.15% Complete, Delayed
The Tourism Department reported that the San Kampang hot springs development in Chiang Mai is only 4.15% complete, about 228 days behind schedule. Officials met in Chiang Mai to review budget use, infrastructure work and plans for a mineral‑water drinking plant. They urged faster progress to meet the 2029 completion target.
Hongs Thai Wins Diamond Award in Thailand Grand Sale 2026
Hongs Thai Herbal Company Limited received a Diamond-level award from the Tourism Authority of Thailand for achieving over 10 million baht in sales during the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2026. The company was one of ten businesses honored at the highest tier among 26 Top Seller participants. The award highlights Hongs Thai’s effort to integrate Thai herbal products with travel experiences and promote Thai culture to visitors.
EZY Airlines Launches Regional Air Connectivity for High-Value Travelers
EZY Airlines unveiled a Regional Air Connectivity strategy, planning to use ATR 72-600 aircraft to link U-Tapao with destinations such as Surat Thani, Krabi, and Khon Kaen, targeting high‑value travelers. The airline will launch pilot routes from U-Tapao to Hua Hin and Surat Thani in late 2026 and seeks strategic partners to expand the network and support regional tourism and economic growth.
TAT Launches Nationwide Thai Tourism Campaign Across Spain
TAT is turning Madrid’s Amazing Thailand Fest into a nationwide Spanish sales campaign with Viajes El Corte Inglés. Grandes Viajes 2027 combines Thailand package discounts with extensive retail and media promotion, targeting at least 20 million consumer exposures and around 3,000 package sales for the winter travel season across Spain.
Two Tourists Injured in Rappelling Accident at Tad Mok Waterfall
On October 10, two tourists were injured after falling while rappelling at Tad Mok Waterfall in Phetchabun Province. The volunteer network has urged provincial authorities to investigate whether the activity had proper permission and to review safety standards for high‑risk adventure tourism. Officials are now examining the incident and coordinating rescue efforts.
Foreign Tourist Arrivals in Thailand Drop 4% to 23.9 Million
Thailand recorded 23.94 million foreign tourist arrivals in the first ten months of 2026, a 4% decline year‑on‑year, with tourism revenue reaching 1.16 trillion baht. Weekly arrivals fell 7.5% after Asian holidays ended, driven by a sharp 41.6% drop in Chinese visitors, while Russian and Taiwanese numbers rose. The tourism ministry expects short‑haul travel to stay subdued in the coming week.