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Thailand Celebrates Bangkok's Top Spot Among Asia's Best Cities for 2026

Thailand Celebrates Bangkok’s Top Spot Among Asia’s Best Cities for 2026

The Thai government has expressed pride and congratulations following Bangkok’s recognition as Asia’s number one city in the DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards 2026. The prestigious ranking, determined by votes cast by readers of DestinAsian — one of the Asia-Pacific region’s most respected luxury travel and lifestyle publications — further cements Thailand’s standing as a world-class […]

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Songkran Bangkok 2026: Complete Guide — Water Fights, Music Festivals, Traditions & Survival Tips

Songkran 2026 official dates: April 13–15 (Monday–Wednesday, public holiday). Water fights start April 11 in tourist zones and run through April 16. Songkran is Thailand’s traditional New Year — and in Bangkok, it is anything but quiet. For three official days, and realistically five or six, the city transforms into the world’s largest water fight, […]

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𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗝𝗘𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗛𝗜 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘

𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗝𝗘𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗛𝗜 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘

The Darjeeling Youth Delegation, comprising 20 selected candidates and led by Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla, MP, visited New Delhi from 23rd February to 26th February for an institutional and leadership exposure programme. The initiative aimed to provide the youth of Darjeeling firsthand exposure to India’s democratic institutions and governance frameworks. During the visit, the delegation […]

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Centara to Debut New Budget Hotel Brand with OR Partnership

Centara to Debut New Budget Hotel Brand with OR Partnership

Centara Hotels & Resorts is set to expand into the budget hospitality segment through a strategic joint venture with PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR). The initiative represents nearly one-third of Centara’s 1,429-room development pipeline scheduled for 2026. According to Thirayuth Chirathivat, CEO of Centara Hotels & Resorts, the concept capitalises on strong demand along […]

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Thailand Reinforces Tourism Partnership with India at SATTE 2026 in New Delhi

Thailand Reinforces Tourism Partnership with India at SATTE 2026 in New Delhi

Thai Pavilion unveils “Healing is the New Luxury” campaign under the “New Thailand” strategy to attract premium Indian travellers New Delhi, 26 February 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is further strengthening tourism collaboration with India through an impactful cultural and business showcase at the South Asia Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) 2026. […]

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Tourism Ministry Applauds Thai Para Athletes for Outstanding International Achievements

Tourism Ministry Applauds Thai Para Athletes for Outstanding International Achievements

The Tourism Ministry applauds Thai para athletes for dominant performances at regional and global competitions, reaffirming government commitment to long-term para sports development and international excellence. The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has praised Thai para athletes for their exceptional performances at major international sporting events. Permanent Secretary Natthriya Thaweevong extended congratulations to athletes, coaches, […]

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