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Bangkok retains title as most visited city in the world for 2025

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025

Bangkok remains the world's most visited city in 2025, with over 30 million international arrivals. Despite ranking 20th in overall city attractiveness, the city leads in tourism volume, driven by its vibrant culture and digital innovations.

Malaysian travellers favour Thailand for year-end holiday

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025

Year-end holiday plans for Malaysians heading to Thailand, especially popular destinations such as Bangkok and Krabi, remain largely unchanged, despite renewed tensions between Thailand and Cambodia.

UK tourism to Thailand hits 1 million as long-haul arrivals exceed 10 million

December 17, 2025

Thailand sees over 1 million UK tourists in 2025 as long-haul arrivals exceed 10 million, bolstered by TAT's Airline Focus strategy and strong market growth.

Thailand's Southern floods cut Malaysian tourists by 55%, impacting 2025 arrivals

December 17, 2025

Relocation of SEA Games and a massive slump in cross-border traffic are compounding crisis for Hat Yai, leaving local businesses to navigate a silent high season while they race to repair flood-damaged infrastructure.

New Shymkent-Bangkok flight boosts Kazakhstan-Thailand ties

December 17, 2025

SCAT Airlines launches a new direct flight between Shymkent and Bangkok, strengthening air connectivity and boosting tourism, business, and cultural exchanges between Kazakhstan and Thailand.

‘Japan–China–Thailand’ on top: global travel hotspots for 2026

December 15, 2025

Trip.com Group forecasts Japan, China and Thailand as top 2026 destinations as Millennials and Gen Z shape global travel demand

AEROTHAI says border clashes do not affect aviation routes or high-season tourism

December 14, 2025

AEROTHAI says Thai–Cambodian border clashes have not disrupted international flights, with aviation operations normal and tourism travel unaffected.

Khao Yai tops national park visits with 2.14 million tourists

December 12, 2025

Khao Yai leads Thailand’s 2025 park rankings with 2.14m visitors as the Parks Department gears up for New Year with tight safety rules and zero food waste

House dissolution seen as no threat to tourism as industry urges govt to fix border crisis

December 12, 2025

Thai tourism leaders say House dissolution will not deter visitors, but urge the caretaker government to tackle the Thai-Cambodian border crisis and keep TAT plans on track.

Thai Tourism Authorities Launch Massive Plan to Rescue South After Floods

December 10, 2025

TAT pushes 'Smile@Hatyai' campaign, secures 85% airline load factor, while TCEB implements a three-phase strategy to recover the vital 150 million baht MICE industry

Transport Minister Lures Disneyland and 80,000-Seat Stadium to EEC

December 09, 2025

Deputy PM Pipat Ratchakitprakarn accelerates plans for 'Magnet Projects' to connect tourism hubs, justifying the high-speed rail investment

Thailand Breaks 30 Million Foreign Tourist Mark Despite Yearly Dip

December 09, 2025

Short-haul arrivals, driven by Malaysian visitors recovering from recent floods, propel weekly figures, generating over 1.4 trillion baht revenue

China tops list of overseas destinations for Thai travellers in 2025

December 07, 2025

Trip.com survey finds China is top overseas destination for Thai travellers in 2025, with Chongqing and Shanghai among the hottest cities.

TAT pushes ‘Airline Focus’ strategy to draw 11 million long-haul visitors

December 07, 2025

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) sees European arrivals hitting a record 8.8 million, fueled by strong demand and new direct flight corridors.

Big Mountain 2025 begins! Heading to Khao Yai for Thailand’s biggest music festival

December 06, 2025

Big Mountain 2025 (BMMF15) kicks off at The Ocean Khao Yai with 100+ artists, seven stages, parking tips, and transport details for festivalgoers during December 6–7