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Thailand’s Tourism Authority now expects international visitor arrivals to drop 6% in 2025 to 33.4 million, with steep declines from East and Southeast Asia, especially China and Malaysia. Long-haul markets like Europe and South Asia are growing, but economic concerns, safety, and regional competition hamper recovery.
Air India Express has introduced a new daily service connecting Bengaluru with Bangkok, enhancing travel options for business and leisure passengers. The route aims to strengthen air links between India and Thailand, offering greater convenience for travelers while boosting tourism and trade ties between the two nations.
Seblak, a spicy street dish from West Java, Indonesia, became unexpectedly popular in Thailand in September 2025. Influencers and locals helped push its viral rise through social media, turning Seblak into a new culinary trend among Thai youth and food enthusiasts.
Recent modifications to America’s H-1B visa program have sparked questions among Indian travelers. However, these changes impact work visas, not tourist permits. Indian visitors planning vacations or short trips can continue applying for tourist visas without concern, as holiday travel remains unaffected by the policy shift.
The “Khao Gaeng” Thai Curry Rice Championship 2025 takes place 17–19 Oct at Phenix Pratunam, Bangkok. 30 vendors compete with classic Thai curries for 100,000 Baht and the title Professional Champion. Don’t miss this celebration of Thailand’s culinary heritage!
