Thailand travel may get costlier for foreign tourists. Here's whyThailand is reviewing its planned foreign tourist entry fee, potentially increasing it beyond 300 baht due to rising insurance and healthca...
31 May, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
Global macro woes take holidayers in different directionIndian travelers are opting for short-haul international trips to Southeast Asia and Australia, or domestic getaways this summer. This shif...
31 May, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
India summer travel shock: Flight tickets to Europe, Leh, Singapore see massive surgeIndian travellers are seeing airfares soar by 40-50% on many routes. This surge is driven by rising jet fuel costs and fewer available seat...
08 May, 2026, 06.36 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
International travel demand from India drops as West Asia tensions and weak rupee drive up costsIndian summer travel abroad faces higher costs. Tour packages are up 20-25%. West Asia conflict fuels oil prices and airfares. A weaker rup...
27 Apr, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
Thailand warns travellers against fake digital arrival card websitesBeware of fake websites charging for Thailand's Digital Arrival Card. This service is free and mandatory for all foreign visitors. Register...
13 Apr, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
Thailand to increase airport fee for international passengers starting this JuneThailand will raise its international passenger service charge by over 50 percent from June 20, 2026. The fee will rise to 1,120 baht from ...
23 Feb, 2026, 12.06 PM 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 tightens border controls for tourists after Cambodia clashThailand shut its main border crossing with Cambodia. This followed a clash where a Cambodian soldier died. The incident occurred in the Em...
10 Jun, 2025, 09.39 PM IST
Snakes on a plane highlight Thailand-India trafficking: NGOVenomous vipers found in checked bags on a flight from Thailand to India illustrate a "very troubling" trend in wildlife trafficking driven...
09 Jun, 2025, 10.42 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 to tighten control on cannabis after smuggling cases involving Indian & British tourists soarThai authorities are tightening cannabis regulations following a surge in smuggling attempts, particularly by tourists. New rules may requi...
21 May, 2025, 06.08 PM IST
Travelling to Thailand soon? The government has issued a health alert you must be aware ofThailand remains a top international destination for Indian tourists due to affordable travel, simplified visas, and diverse attractions. H...
02 May, 2025, 06.03 PM 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
Thailand eases visa rules for professionals, wealthy foreignersThailand has revised its long-term resident (LTR) visa rules to attract skilled professionals, investors, and wealthy foreigners. Changes i...
15 Jan, 2025, 11.23 AM IST
Thailand's 5-year visa for digital nomads: Everything you need to knowThailand introduces the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) targeting remote workers and digital nomads with a five-year multiple-entry option....
15 Jul, 2024, 06.13 PM IST
Visa-free locales top Indians' list for a foreign holidaySri Lanka and Thailand have seen a significant increase in bookings since offering visa exemptions. The holiday season saw a spike in booki...
16 Feb, 2024, 12.22 AM IST