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Eric Levy of Tourism Solutions International highlights Thailand’s global tourism leadership, citing culture, cuisine, affordability, and innovation. He stresses moving beyond mass tourism toward authentic, sustainable experiences, supported by infrastructure and policy innovation. Levy emphasizes nurturing future leaders to ensure Thailand remains a safe, competitive, and world-class destination.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is courting India’s big-spending wedding market, hosting 20 planners to explore luxury venues in Phuket, Koh Samui, and Bangkok. With 1,200 Indian weddings held between 2023–24 generating 17 billion baht, TAT aims to expand tourism across families, millennials, luxury travelers, and new segments.
A new BBC series, Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise, has drawn attention for its focus on British sex tourism in Thailand. While the documentary highlights troubling cases, Thai voices stress that such portrayals unfairly reduce the country to stereotypes, overlooking its culture, hospitality, and thriving mainstream tourism sector.
Thailand’s Department of National Parks ordered the temporary closure of Safari World’s safari zone after a staff member was killed by lions in front of tourists. Authorities are investigating safety measures, lion care, and legal compliance. The incident sparked public concern after footage circulated widely online.
TAT is hosting the Amazing Green Fest 2025 from 11–14 September at Sampran Riverside, Nakhon Pathom. The eco-focused event features exhibitions, markets, workshops, gastronomy, and innovations across eight zones. Showcasing fair trade, organic products, and green practices, it reinforces Thailand’s leadership in sustainable tourism and meaningful, responsible travel. #AmazingGreenFest #SustainableTourism…
