Middle East tourism pain is Europe's gainEuropeans are choosing to vacation closer to home as the war in the Middle East has amplified security concerns and made long-haul flights ...
19 May, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
Thailand to raise international airport departure fee by over 50% from June 20Thailand's international passenger service charge will increase by over 50% to 1,120 baht at six major airports starting June 20. This fee ...
08 May, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
A ₹18,000 crore blow seen for India's aviation story as West Asia conflict clips wingsIndia's aviation and tourism sectors are currently navigating turbulent skies due to the unrest in West Asia. Airlines are challenged with ...
16 Apr, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
Thailand plans to introduce a tourist entry fee for air travellersThailand's new government will introduce a 300-baht entry fee for air travelers to boost tourism revenue, with plans for land and sea entry...
30 Mar, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Trump tariff jolts may have hurt your chances of hitting the jackpot in Thailand soonThailand Casino: Thailand is postponing a parliamentary debate on legalising casinos within large entertainment complexes due to growing op...
08 Apr, 2025, 03.00 PM IST
Thailand gets public support to offer new 'legal' thrill to Indian and global touristsThailand plans to legalise casinos within large entertainment complexes, aiming to create jobs, boost state revenue, and regulate undergrou...
24 Mar, 2025, 12.15 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 reintroduces 300-baht tourism tax to boost revenue and infrastructureThailand's Tourism Minister, Sorawong Thienthong, plans to reintroduce a 300-baht tourism tax to boost revenue, targeting 3 trillion baht t...
19 Sep, 2024, 11.40 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 stays for tourists and studentsThailand boosts economy with extended visa stays for tourists, students, remote workers, and retirees. More countries qualify for longer st...
28 May, 2024, 03.36 PM IST
Thailand bats for a Schengen-like visa for South East Asia to lure rich touristsThailand's pursuit of a joint-visa program to attract long-haul tourists involves discussions with neighboring countries and strategic init...
07 Apr, 2024, 08.43 AM IST
Thailand may extend visa exemption for Indians beyond 6 months if tourism growsIndia holds a significant position among Thailand's top 10 tourist source markets. In the first 10 months of 2023, Thailand welcomed 1,302,...
14 Nov, 2023, 10.03 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
Thailand looks to Indian weddings to boost tourism revenueThe Southeast Asian country relies heavily on tourism as a driver of economic growth. Foreign arrivals plummeted to just 428,000 because of...
31 Aug, 2022, 02.06 PM IST
Indo-Thai bilateral trade touched $15 billion in FY'22Singh expressed happiness over the fact that businesses from both sides can enter into long-term partnerships for more diverse and resilien...
31 Jul, 2022, 01.15 PM IST
Tourism may set sail from Indian shores soonThe government has prepared a plan to develop cruise tourism from India and is in talks with international companies to kick-start the faci...
31 Oct, 2017, 01.03 AM IST
Thailand targeting 1.1 mn indian travellers this yearThailand was usually seen as a budget-seekers paradise in India, but in recent times, the country has also found takers among luxury travel...
21 Feb, 2016, 03.24 PM IST