Travel in Thailand

Chiang Mai's relaxed atmosphere, affordable lifestyle and unmatched versatility makes it an outstanding vacation spot for families in search of fun, ease, education and unforgettable moments.

Etihad Airways has finally reintroduced its beloved Airbus A380 superjumbo on flights to the US after years of uncertainty.

There’s so much more to Chiang Mai, Thailand’s Rose of the North, than first meets the eye.

At the risk of sounding like a culinary simpleton, I’ve always been a fan of buffets.

Bangkok has an enduring allure to global visitors that never seems to get old or go out of style – it continues to fight for its spot on lists of the world's most visited cities.

When traveling abroad, it's a good idea to account for any tourism taxes you must pay during your stay.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand on Thursday hosted a group of more than 8,000 incentive visitors from India. The delegation is part of the authority’s goal of receiving at least 1.7 million Indian visitors this year, it said in a statement. 

China, the world’s largest outbound tourism market prior to the pandemic, is expected to continue making substantial progress in its recovery this year.

New York City is the location of a new food festival and it will be the first ever one centered on Thai cuisine.

With a population of more than 11 million, greater Bangkok is a sprawling metropolis that can be traversed by taxi (car and motorcycle), túk-túk, bus and boat. So there is always a way to move around, but a little savvy will go along way to help you get from A to B safely and efficiently – the rules of the road tend to be suggestions, and sidewalks are an inconsistent presence (and sometimes even impromptu motorcycle roadways). 

One of the great pleasures of traveling to foreign shores is to dive mouth-first into the local cuisine. Whether it’s the tastiest Thai pad kra pao or the best German bratwurst, sampling national and regional foods is a fantastic way to get a true taste of new cultures. Also, most of them are delicious!

Google said Wednesday that it is releasing new features that share options for traveling in ways that are more environmentally friendly.

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For T Magazine’s annual Salone del Mobile party, which this year also celebrated the magazine’s 20th anniversary, the designer and entrepreneur Ramdane Touhami oversaw a festive installation in the garden of Milan’s Villa Necchi Campiglio, a Rationalist-style house dating to 1935. In addition to running his creative agency, Art Recherche Industrie, the Paris-based Touhami founded the Société Helvétique d’Impression Typographique, a printing press and typography studio. He’s long been interested in the visual appeal of the alphabet, so when he took over the villa’s garden, he planned a theme that revolved around a single letter.

To put it bluntly, Bangkok is a behemoth.

Brought to Japan as a six month old baby from Thailand, the elephant Miyako has spent 50 years living in cramped, solitary confinement at the Utsunomiya Zoo about one hour outside of Tokyo.Unlike elephants in the wild who live in extended family groups and wander for miles on a daily basis, Miyako spends her days standing listlessly on a small concrete platform amid her own feces. And when she’s not exhibited on that platform for zoo visitors, Miyako is locked in small, dark indoor space.

Kazakhstan and Iceland have emerged as favored destinations among Chinese tourists, while Thailand continues to struggle with perceptions of safety, according to Dragon Trail International’s latest Chinese consumer sentiment research.

Ready your stomachs. Food options on Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, Norwegian Aqua, will include a dedicated Thai restaurant, as well as an eatery that caters to passengers who prefer plant-based diets.

Tourism.co.th is excited to announce the debut of Thailand.org, a groundbreaking website aimed at transforming how tourists experience Thailand. This platform not only highlights the authentic essence of Thai culture but also underscores sustainable tourism practices. As a non-governmental agency, Tourism.co.th ensures that Thailand.org serves as a beacon for travelers intent on exploring Thailand responsibly.

Incentive trips are making a comeback, according to FCM Meetings & Events India. The corporate travel firm noted a 30% jump in requests for them in the first quarter from a year earlier.

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