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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), together with Grab Thailand, has unveiled the Amazing Thailand Grab Travel Pass. The new digital‑first offering bundles discounts for transport, food delivery, dining and shopping, and also provides special perks for major cultural events throughout the country.

According to Ms Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of TAT, the initiative supports the

Minor Hotels announced the creation of a new, purpose‑built data and artificial‑intelligence platform that will serve all of its brands worldwide. The project is being carried out together with Google Cloud, Salesforce, OneTrust and Deloitte.

The platform will unify guest information from every property, enabling consistent recognition of guests across the group’s more than 640

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reaffirms its commitment to the “New Thailand” vision, placing greater emphasis on high‑value tourism rather than sheer visitor numbers. The agency is implementing targeted actions to maintain competitiveness amid ongoing global economic uncertainty and to adjust the 2026 international tourism forecast.

According to TAT Governor Ms Thapanee Kiatphaibool,

Songkran, the Thai New Year, has become a multi‑generational celebration where families can bond while taking part in water‑play, rituals and cultural activities.

Child psychologist Dr. Margot Sunderland points out that shared holiday experiences act as a “rich learning environment,” fostering resilience, joy and stronger family ties.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Sanya Tourism Board of the People’s Republic of China have concluded a Letter of Intent (LOI) aimed at joint destination promotion, establishing a long‑term cooperation framework.

The signing ceremony was held on 31 March 2026 at the China Cultural Centre in Bangkok, during the Sanya Tourism Promotion Press Conference organised

April 2026 brings a lively calendar of festivals, cultural celebrations and sport events across Thailand. Below is a concise overview of the most notable programmes.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) organised a panel discussion titled “Savour the Charm: Creative Thai Tourism through the MICHELIN Guide” at The St. Regis Bangkok on 30 March 2026. The event underscored the role of Thai gastronomy in fostering high‑quality tourism and economic growth.

The discussion was chaired by Mr. Nithee Seeprae, Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications,

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has introduced the “Amazing Thailand Passport Privileges @ Hat Yai” campaign, a series of on‑site activities aimed at revitalising tourism in Southern Thailand. The initiative runs from 1 to 30 April 2026.

Key elements of the campaign include:

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), together with AFS Thailand, announced the conclusion of the fifth stage of the Jimmy Pelletier World Tour, a 47‑day cross‑country hand‑cycle journey that showcased Thailand’s robust safety standards and inclusive tourism policies.

The Canadian Paralympian rode a hand‑cycle through more than 30 provinces, making Thailand the sole Asian

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok’s Chinese restaurant, Yu Ting Yuan, launches a seasonal spring menu that blends contemporary Cantonese techniques with the freshest Thai produce.

Executive Chef Tommy Cheung has crafted “Passages of Spring”, a multi‑course narrative that follows the subtle evolution of the season, from its first gentle hints to its full, vibrant expression.

Time Out’s latest global survey has identified the ten most appealing cities for 2026. The study collected responses from 24 000 participants across 150 cities worldwide.

Australian metropolis Melbourne secured the first position, with China’s Shanghai taking second place, and Scotland’s historic capital Edinburgh ranking third.

The remaining cities in

Aeroflot announced that it will increase its March schedule with extra services linking Moscow to Bangkok, Phuket, Malé and Colombo. The move responds to growing tourist demand and aims to provide alternatives for passengers whose flights with other carriers were cancelled amid the unstable situation in the Middle East.

The carrier will add twelve additional round‑trip flights,

From 20 June 2026 Thailand will increase the international passenger service charge at six major airports. The fee will rise from THB 700 to THB 1 120 per passenger – an increase of roughly 53 % or about USD 36.

The airports affected are Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Mae Fah Luang‑Chiang Rai, Phuket and Hat Yai. The domestic charge will remain unchanged

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River invites guests to enjoy a relaxed, one‑day riverside breakfast‑brunch called “In Good Company”. The event will take place on Saturday, 28 February 2026, from 09:00 to 12:00 on the hotel’s Riverfront Promenade.

Upon arrival guests receive a signature mocktail and are seated at long communal tables that encourage conversation. A family‑style

Minor Hotels, the international hotel owner and operator with more than 640 properties worldwide, announced a strong financial performance for 2025. Core profit rose to THB 6.84 billion (about USD 217 million), a 32 % increase compared with the previous year.

Key operating figures for the year were:

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River is hosting a short‑term collaboration with Spanish pastry maestro Miquel Guarro. The partnership features a pop‑up pastry boutique in Café Madeleine and a specially designed Afternoon Tea served in The Lounge.

Pop‑up period: 14 – 28 February 2026. The boutique will showcase Guarro’s signature pastries, chocolates and seasonal creations,

Thailand has been selected as the Guest Country of Honour for the China International Travel Mart (CITM) 2025, a celebration that coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is coordinating the country’s participation in the exhibition, which runs from 19 to 21 December at the Hainan International Convention

On 18 December 2025, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) concluded two Letters of Intent that will create strategic tourism partnerships with the Haikou Municipal Bureau of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports and with Tongcheng Group and its travel subsidiary Tongcheng Travel Holdings.

The ceremonies were held at The Langham Haikou during the China International Travel

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) welcomes the latest results of Euromonitor International’s Top 100 City Destinations Index 2025, which confirms that Bangkok received the highest number of international visitors worldwide in 2025, with 30.3 million arrivals.

Ms Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of TAT, explained that the city’s leading position reflects the resilience of Thailand’s

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) celebrated a landmark achievement: the arrival of the one‑millionth traveller from the United Kingdom. The milestone was marked at Suvarnabhumi Airport when Thai Airways flight TG911 landed.

Representatives from TAT, the airport, Thai Airways, Thailand Privilege and the Immigration Bureau welcomed the guest and presented a package of gifts,