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Illuminated star floats parade past the Cathedral of St Michael the Archangel during the Sakon Nakhon Christmas Star Parade, with angel motifs and vibrant lights lighting up the night sky.

Sakon Nakhon Christmas Star Parade goes global stage

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is elevating the Sakon Nakhon Christmas Star Parade into a festival of global standing. Running from 20–24 December 2025 in...
TAT and Don Mueang Airport representatives pose with a commemorative banner to mark the inaugural Citilink Jakarta–Bangkok flight at Don Mueang International Airport.

TAT welcomes Citilink Jakarta–Bangkok service

The Tourism Authority of Thailand has welcomed Citilink’s new Jakarta–Bangkok service, reinforcing air connectivity with Indonesia. The daily Don Mueang route launches during Thailand’s festive...
Amazing Thailand pavilion illuminated at Wonderfruit 2025, showcasing TAT’s presence within the festival’s night-time cultural and music setting in Chon Buri.

Wonderfruit 2025 spotlights Molam World with Amazing Thailand

Wonderfruit 2025 marks its 10th anniversary with Molam World with Amazing Thailand, presented by TAT through nine years of Event Marketing support. The festival highlights...
Large cinema screen displaying Thailand’s “Healing Is the New Luxury” campaign as TAT presents at CineAsia 2025 in Bangkok.

Thailand hosts CineAsia 2025 as global film industry gathers in Bangkok

Thailand welcomes over 3,500 global participants to CineAsia 2025, reinforcing the nation’s film-tourism strategy and creative-economy ambitions. The event highlights Thailand’s cinematic appeal, world-class production...
A quiet tropical beach with clear waters and palm trees on Ko Phayam, Ranong.

Travel conditions across Southern Thailand normalised as TAT advances recovery efforts

Travel across Southern Thailand has normalised, with airports, transport services, and attractions operating as usual. Government agencies continue to support travellers and local recovery following...
A large group of youth football players from Japan hold a “Welcome to Thailand” banner as TAT staff greet them on arrival in Bangkok.

TAT celebrates three new Japan–Bangkok flights by Thai AirAsia X and Thai Lion Air

The Tourism Authority of Thailand celebrates the launch of three new Japan–Bangkok routes by Thai AirAsia X and Thai Lion Air, expanding access from Sendai,...
Senior TAT, Krabi Province, and Air Arabia representatives join the welcome ceremony for the inaugural Sharjah–Krabi direct flight at Krabi International Airport.

TAT celebrates Air Arabia’s new direct Sharjah–Krabi service

TAT celebrated Air Arabia’s new daily Sharjah–Krabi service, marking a major expansion of Thailand’s Middle East connectivity. The route strengthens TAT’s Airline Focus strategy, attracts...
A large group of chefs and representatives stand on stage during the MICHELIN Guide Ceremony Thailand 2026, celebrating new award recipients.

Thailand’s culinary excellence rises with The MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026

The MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026 highlights a milestone year with new Three-Star, Two-Star and One-Star promotions, expanded Green Star recognition, and a new Mentor Chef...
Thai and international representatives stand on stage during the Global Wellness Summit 2025 in Dubai, with Thailand formally receiving hosting rights for GWS 2026 in Phuket.

Thailand to host Global Wellness Summit 2026

Thailand has been confirmed as the host of the Global Wellness Summit 2026, taking place in Phuket from 10–13 November. The event will welcome over...
Tourism Authority of Thailand leadership conducts an urgent coordination meeting to strengthen assistance for travellers impacted by flooding in Southern Thailand.

TAT opens Tourism Crisis Monitoring Centre to strengthen traveller assistance

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has opened the Tourism Crisis Monitoring Centre (TCMC) to support travellers affected by severe flooding in Southern Thailand. The...