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Thailand Slashes Regional Airport Fees by 50% to Boost Air Travel Thailand’s Department of Airports is cutting landing and aircraft parking fees by 50% to incentivize domestic and international airlines. The goal is to encourage carriers to open new routes to and from provincial airports, boosting regional tourism and market competition. The “New Route–New Airline” […]

Thailand proposes foreign visitor fee and travel subsidy Thailand plans a September tourism subsidy and proposes a foreign visitor fee for attraction development, visitor safety and environmental restoration. Thailand is preparing to launch its Thai Travel Thai Plus domestic tourism subsidy in September while proposing a fee on foreign visitors to finance tourism-site development, visitor […]

Top 10 Spiciest Cuisines Worldwide 2026; Thailand ranked 2nd worldwide Spicy dishes have long been a defining feature of many cuisines, particularly those of Asia, where fiery flavours are deeply rooted in culinary traditions and that is reflected in this latest year’s roundup of the globe’s hottest culinary traditions. In this year’s World Population Review, […]

Applying for a retirement visa in Thailand: Thinking of extending your stay in the perfect tropical paradise? For decades, Thailand has ranked among the world’s most attractive retirement destinations. A warm climate, relatively affordable cost of living, an established healthcare system and vibrant expatriate communities continue to draw retirees looking to spend their later years […]

For expats in Thailand, clarifying the dilemma of historical savings, micro-remittances, and the strategic necessity of a Thai TIN By Victor Wong (Peerasan Wongsri), Pattaya Mail Many long-term foreign retirees in Thailand rely solely on pre-2024 savings transferred in small amounts for living expenses, prompting questions about why they should obtain a Thai Tax Identification […]

Thailand ranks fourth in global retirement index comparing all 192 UN member states Malaysia, Panama and Portugal took the top three places Thailand has been named the world’s fourth best retirement destination in a new index comparing all 192 UN member states. Malaysia, Panama and Portugal took the top three places in RUMAVI’s inaugural Global […]

Thailand’s Airport Immigration requires Thai children under 18 to show birth certificates for overseas travel out of Thailand Suvarnabhumi Airport Immigration has introduced a new rule requiring Thai children under 18 travelling overseas to present a birth certificate. Travellers may show the original certificate, a copy or an electronic image to immigration officers. The measure […]

Bangkok Lighthouse Club Late Lunch on 28 August 2026 at Tapori Sukhumvit soi 34 – Sponsored by Mitton Wines Lunchers, Please see our next exciting event coming up, we have a great sharing menu for all of you to indulge in. This month we are going to tantalize your taste buds by going Indian. The […]

Thailand’s Cabinet approves one-year extension of 7% VAT until September 2027 Thailand’s Cabinet has approved a one-year extension of the 7% VAT rate from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, to ease living costs and support economic stability. The Cabinet has approved the extension of Thailand’s reduced value-added tax (VAT) rate of 7% for […]