TOURISM IN THAILAND

Thailand's tourism ministry reported a significant increase in foreign tourists during the first half of 2024, recording 17.5 million arrivals, marking a 35% rise from the same period last year. These visitors contributed 825 billion baht ($22.42 bi...

India and Cambodia are in talks to collaborate on UPI-based digital payments to boost trade and tourism, according to the Indian commerce ministry. The discussions, held on Wednesday, also focused on diversifying the trade basket with new products, ...

Taiwan's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Chung Kwang Tien, announced on Tuesday that the Taiwanese government is contemplating offering visa-on-arrival for Indian citizens.

Goa's Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte revealed that the number of visitors to the state surpassed one crore in the recent tourist season, with a significant increase in international tourists post-COVID-19. Despite acknowledging competition from othe...

Over 1,200 tourists, including 15 foreigners, have been stranded in northern Sikkim's Mangan district due to massive landslides caused by heavy rainfall. The Sikkim Tourism & Civil Aviation Department's Principal Secretary, C S Rao, confirmed that t...

Bookings for visa-free destinations from India are surging this summer, driven by young Indians. Airbnb reports 80% of bookings in Thailand by Indian guests are from Gen Z and millennials, with searches increasing over 200% during Easter and Holi lo...

Thailand boosts economy with extended visa stays for tourists, students, remote workers, and retirees. More countries qualify for longer stays, easier entry, and relaxed insurance requirements. Aim to attract diverse visitors, boost tourism sector, ...

Sri Lankan MP V Radhakrishnan said that tourism is a major reason for the two nations' positive ties. Sri Lanka is reliant on travel. About 60% of the population is Indian. Sri Lanka is now experiencing economic growth. In the future, the two nation...

Thailand has extended visa exemption for Indian and Taiwanese tourists until November 11, 2024, to boost tourism and economy. The country aims to attract 80 million tourists by 2027, emphasizing the sector's vital role in the economy.

Sri Lanka has renewed visa-free entry for tourists from India and six other countries to boost tourism industry recovery post-pandemic and economic crises. The initiative aims to enhance accessibility and convenience for international travelers, sig...

Thailand's pursuit of a joint-visa program to attract long-haul tourists involves discussions with neighboring countries and strategic initiatives. The proposal includes visa extensions, reciprocal deals, and plans for casinos and event-based touris...

​Bihar governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar handed over Lord Buddha’s relics to Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, while those of arahant Sariputra and arahant Maha Maudgalayana were handed over by union minister for social justice and empowermen...

Thailand's new initiative, the Thailand Traveller Safety scheme, offers up to $14,000 medical coverage for accidents. It aims to entice backpackers back amidst the Covid-19 pandemic and travel restrictions, addressing the issue of inadequate insuran...

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced provisional whole-year visitor arrivals of 34 million in 2023, with four million visiting in December. The Mainland remained the largest visitor source market, while Southeast Asian markets recovered quic...

A McKinsey study released Thursday showed, globetrotters from India are set to soar, given the relative economic prosperity and a growing propensity for international travel. "If India follows China's outbound travel trajectory (which it could, due ...

Thailand also announced a visa waiver for travelers from India and Taiwan last year, effective from Nocember 2023 until May 2024.

Thailand has also waived visa requirements for travelers from India. This policy, effective from next month and extending until May 2024, aims to attract a higher number of tourists, tapping into the growing interest from these regions.​​

India holds a significant position among Thailand's top 10 tourist source markets. In the first 10 months of 2023, Thailand welcomed 1,302,483 Indian tourists, marking an impressive 86% increase from the same period in 2022. With the newly implement...

“It’s a great move. We have 3000 members and it’s a big market for agents. Everyone sells a Thailand package,” said Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI)president Jyoti Mayal.