Thailand cuts visa-free stays for more than 90 countries, citing crime by foreignersThailand is drastically cutting the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 90 countries in an effort to curb crime involving...
19 May, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
Want to jump into the 'China is back' rally? Tread carefullyInvestors are increasingly betting that “China is back” as the economy rebounds from years of deflation, helped by strong manufacturing, ex...
18 May, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
EY, FICCI urge govt to reduce GST rate to 9% on hotel rooms priced above Rs 7,500 per nightA joint report by EY and FICCI suggests lowering the GST on luxury hotel rooms to 9%. This move aims to make India a more competitive touri...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
India medical tourism slips below pre-Covid peak amid geopolitics, visa delays and rising Asian competitionIndia's medical tourism is facing challenges. Arrivals have dropped significantly below pre-Covid levels. Geopolitical tensions and visa de...
18 Apr, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Gunfire and no guests: Cambodia border clash a real threat for Thailand’s travel economyThailand’s tourism, already fragile, faces a severe setback amid heavy artillery clashes with Cambodia along their disputed border. Travel ...
25 Jul, 2025, 02.10 PM IST
Thailand puts tourist entry fee on hold until 2026Thailand has postponed the implementation of its tourist entry fee, initially planned for 2025, to mid-2026 due to weaker-than-expected tou...
16 Jul, 2025, 03.46 PM IST
Thailand welcomes over 1 million Indian tourists by mid-2025Thailand has already welcomed over one million Indian tourists by mid-June 2025, signaling a strong rebound in its tourism sector. This sur...
18 Jun, 2025, 12.23 PM IST
Even ‘White Lotus’ buzz isn’t reviving Thailand’s tourism slumpThailand's tourism sector is struggling, with foreign arrivals dropping for the fourth consecutive month in May — down 14% to 2.6 million. ...
05 Jun, 2025, 10.25 AM IST
Thailand launches Digital Arrival Card for touristsThailand welcomed 35.54 million tourists in 2024, a 26.27% rise due to relaxed entry rules. Aiming for 40 million visitors in 2025, the cou...
28 Apr, 2025, 12.25 PM IST
The White Lotus is already driving a travel boom in ThailandThe White Lotus Season 3, set in Thailand, is expected to boost tourism significantly, with travelers already booking luxury stays at featu...
29 Jan, 2025, 12.22 PM IST
Thailand tourism bounces back with 35 million visitors in 2024; India among top 3 source countriesThailand exceeded its 2024 tourism target with over 35 million international visitors, closely approaching pre-pandemic levels. The governm...
07 Jan, 2025, 09.49 AM IST
Thailand is betting its hand for you to visit and gamble millions; Indians may get a new attractionThailand is considering legalising casinos to boost tourism and attract foreign investment. Draft rules include a 30-year license, with int...
04 Aug, 2024, 10.19 AM IST
Thailand extends visa exemption program for Indian touristsThailand has extended visa exemption for Indian and Taiwanese tourists until November 11, 2024, to boost tourism and economy. The country a...
07 May, 2024, 06.24 PM IST
Visa-free Thailand is now offering tourists up to $14,000 in medical coverageThailand's new initiative, the Thailand Traveller Safety scheme, offers up to $14,000 medical coverage for accidents. It aims to entice bac...
16 Feb, 2024, 11.59 AM IST
Thailand cuts tax on booze and night clubs to boost tourismThailand also announced a visa waiver for travelers from India and Taiwan last year, effective from Nocember 2023 until May 2024.
02 Jan, 2024, 02.05 PM IST
Thailand scraps visa requirement for Indian travellersThailand in September scrapped visa requirements for Chinese tourists, the country's top pre-pandemic tourism market with 11 million of the...
31 Oct, 2023, 11.35 AM IST
Oyo gives Indian tourists in Thailand a 60% discountOYO Thailand is offering Indian tourists a 60% discount on hotel stays between October 11 and 31, with reservations available until Decembe...
11 Oct, 2023, 04.19 PM IST