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Calls for scrutiny of tourism fund

Tourism operators are concerned about the transparency of the Tourism Promotion Fund, which is estimated to have a budget of more than 13 billion baht from the 300-baht tourism fee collected from international visitors.

Bangkok Post · Feb 16, 2023

Travel agent attacks tourist

The Tourism and Sports Ministry is investigating a case involving a Chinese tourist who was assaulted by a travel agent in Phuket after the case went viral.

Bangkok Post · Feb 7, 2023

Ministry to probe attack on tourist

The Tourism and Sports Ministry is rushing to investigate a case involving a Chinese tourist who was assaulted by a travel agent in Phuket after the case went viral, but the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is still hoping to secure 7-8 million tourists from China this year as the…

Bangkok Post · Feb 6, 2023

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B300 entry fee scheduled for June start

The Tourism and Sports Ministry is preparing to collect a 300-baht tourism fee from all foreign passport holders visiting Thailand by June, while expatriates can ask for a refund at a later date.

Bangkok Post · Jan 11, 2023

Ministry prepares for Chinese arrivals

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has instructed the Tourism and Sports Ministry to plan for the return of Chinese tourists as about 300,000 are expected to arrive in the first quarter of next year.

Bangkok Post · Dec 30, 2022

Ministry braces as curbs end

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has instructed the Tourism and Sports Ministry to map out measures to handle the return of Chinese tourists as about 300,000 of them are expected to arrive in the first quarter of next year.

Bangkok Post · Dec 29, 2022

Call for tourist booster shots as Chinese return

The Tourism and Sports Ministry hopes to offer Covid-19 booster shots to tourists and Thai tourism workers in preparation for the return of Chinese travellers.

Bangkok Post · Dec 28, 2022

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Proposal limits 4am closing time to one area

The Tourism and Sports Ministry is proposing only one pilot area, Bangla Walking Street in Phuket, to extend operating hours of nighttime entertainment venues until 4am after previous proposals were rejected by the Public Health Ministry.

Bangkok Post · Dec 19, 2022

Police target tourist hunters

Police are stepping up measures to protect foreign visitors as scam artists and criminals are back on the prowl now the country has reopened to overseas tourists.

Bangkok Post · Dec 16, 2022

Late nightlife plan postponed again

The Tourism and Sports Ministry reportedly postponed its plan to seek cabinet approval for its proposal to allow some night entertainment venues to open beyond the 2am closing time.

Bangkok Post · Dec 7, 2022

Cabinet to review 2am limit

The Tourism and Sports Ministry will seek cabinet approval for its proposal that would see night entertainment venues in selected areas allowed to operate beyond the 2am closing time in an effort to boost the tourism industry and local economies.

Bangkok Post · Dec 5, 2022

Visa waiver, sports to lift Saudi travel

Thailand is hoping to boost tourism cooperation with Saudi Arabia, including offering visa exemptions and promoting Muay Thai after the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.

Bangkok Post · Nov 22, 2022

Tourism ministry seeks B8.7bn economic 'booster shot'

LONDON: The Tourism and Sports Ministry is planning to ask the cabinet this month for a budget of 8.7 billion baht to support the tourism industry, saying a "booster shot" is required for Thailand to attract 18-20 million tourists next year.

Bangkok Post · Nov 14, 2022

Ministry sets B40bn sports tourism target

The Tourism and Sports Ministry has set a target of 40 billion baht in revenue from sports tourism next year, promoting Muay Thai as part of the country's soft power.

Bangkok Post · Nov 1, 2022

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Bangkok Post · Oct 22, 2022

Cabinet will deliberate 4am closing

The Tourism and Sports Ministry will ask the cabinet to consider allowing nightspots in certain tourism spots to stay open until 4am as the Covid-19 pandemic eases along with many virus curbs.

Bangkok Post · Oct 4, 2022

Stimulus plan revived as Prayut returns

The Tourism and Sports Ministry is pushing ahead with its proposals for a 1-billion-baht stimulus project and a 4am closing time for entertainment venues as Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha returns to office.

Bangkok Post · Sep 29, 2022

High hopes for 1.5m Chinese tourists

Chinese President Xi Jinping's attendance at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit in Bangkok could help Thailand secure 12 million international tourists this year, surpassing the government's goal of 10 million, says Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakan.

Bangkok Post · Sep 28, 2022

Ministry studying B300 foreign tourist fee

The cabinet will decide to start or postpone the 300-baht tourism fee collection from foreign visitors because the Tourism and Sports Ministry insists the project cannot be cancelled.

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Bangkok Post · Sep 28, 2022

Cabinet to consider fate of B300 foreign tourist fee

The cabinet is going to decide on whether to start or postpone the 300-baht tourism fee collection from foreign visitors because the Tourism and Sports Ministry insists the project cannot be cancelled as it is an enforceable law.

Bangkok Post · Aug 15, 2022

Full Moon Party sees 10k visitors

The Tourism and Sports Ministry may extend the Full Moon Party by two hours until 4am as the monthly beach party is back in full swing.

Bangkok Post · Aug 14, 2022

Full Moon Party sees 10k visitors, govt mulls 2-hour extension

Surat Thani: The Tourism and Sports Ministry is seeking to extend the duration of the Full Moon Party by two hours until 4am as the renowned monthly beach party is back in full swing.

Bangkok Post · Aug 3, 2022

Tourism ministry still aims for 10m arrivals

Thai tourism earned 157 billion baht in the first seven months from 3.15 million international travellers, while the Tourism and Sports Ministry is maintaining the target of 10 million tourists despite Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's suggestion that the tally would be lower.

Bangkok Post · Jun 26, 2022

The long road to recovery

The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) announced on June 17 that Thailand plans to lift most of its travel restrictions and virus containment measures from July 1.

Bangkok Post · Jun 8, 2022

B300 tourism fee postponed

The 300-baht tourism fee faces a delay in implementation, beginning in the fourth quarter at the earliest, while the cancellation of Thailand Pass is expected from July 1, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry.

Bangkok Post · May 17, 2022

Joint push to spur Middle Eastern market

The Tourism and Sports Ministry and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) are expanding partnerships with airlines and online travel agencies (OTAs) to boost the number of arrivals from Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

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