Buddhists nationwide make merit on Asanha Puja Day
During the religious holidays of Asanha Puja Day and Buddhist Lent Day, people are going out to make merit at temples, while many buy Lent candles in tribute to the occasion. At the municipal fresh market in Phichit, a large number of people bought Lent candles, offerings, inner garments and…
India’s wealthy are still planning their travels—and they’re taking to private jets
Private jet and charter companies witness a spike in interest from Indian families wanting to fly to luxe hotels in Maldives and Rajasthan, wellness retreats in Kerala, and safari camps in Africa As India slowly and shakily emerges from one of the strictest lockdowns in the world, travel as we…
Phan Nga Holds Big Cleanup to Welcome Tourists
Mr. Chamroen Thippayapongtada, Phang Nga’s Governor, has presided over a big cleaning event at Andaman Art, Culture and Tradition Research Center of Phang Nga Province in order to prepare the national park and other attractions for tourists. Many organisations comprising local administrations, local residents, tourists, business owners, and volunteers attended…
Foreign Media praises Thai fruit despite problems peeling it
A recent online post in the New York Times has recognized the quality of Thai fruit, saying “Eating Thai Fruit Demands Serious Effort but Delivers a Sublime Reward.” In its publication earlier this week, the paper offered its readers insight into Thai fruit delicacies, as the kingdom is now entering…
Grand Palace reopens to visitors
The Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha officially reopened to visitors today after a closure of more than two months since the start of COVID-19 pandemic. In front of the Grand Palace, Thai tourists still stop to take pictures and take in the royal precenct. Those who…
Train travel turns more exciting
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), marking its golden jubilee this year, and the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) have joined hands to promote tourism through rail travel. For starters, the SRT has added new trains from Bangkok on weekends on short-haul Prachuap Khiri Khan-Chumphon, Nakhon Sawan-Phitsanulok-Sukhothai and Nakhon Pathom-Kanchanaburi…