Thailand has unveiled ambitious plans to position itself as one of the top five destinations for Muslim tourists by 2027. A new five-year plan focuses on training tourism providers and standardizing activities to meet the unique needs of Muslim travelers, strengthening Thailand's position as a popular destination.
Thailand facts and figures
Thailand is a great destination for a holiday. The country offers many options for travelers, regardless of the available budget. For tourists who do not yet know Thailand very well, we have listed some facts and things worth knowing.
To travel is to prepare. Such as ensuring that your passport is valid, taking out travel insurance, possibly applying for a visa and also making sure that you have enough money with you, otherwise you may be faced with an unpleasant surprise.
How much money do you spend per day in Thailand? That depends on what kind of traveler you are. Thailand is generally regarded as an affordable destination for tourists, especially when compared to many Western countries. Accommodations, food and drink, transportation and activities can often be found at a lower price than what one would pay in many other countries.
15 Stupid Questions From Tourists About Thailand!
Yes, they exist, stupid (and often hilarious) questions about Thailand. We even collected 15 for you. And that's despite there being a popular expression that says, "There are no stupid questions, only stupid answers."
Look before you ink
Tattoos can be expressions of the soul, but also sources of regret and hilarity. This column by Robert-Jan Fernhout explores the hilarious and sometimes painful missteps of hapless tourists in Thailand who have unintentionally tattooed spring rolls on their skin or inadvertently had their body art distorted by their body shape. These stories emphasize the importance of the old warning: 'Look before you ink'. A humorous and moving exploration of the world of tattoos.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) expects about 600.000 Indian tourists to visit Pattaya this year, a number similar to pre-pandemic levels.
Thai greeting: the Wai
In Thailand, people don't shake hands when they greet each other. The Thai greeting is called the Wai (Thai: ไหว้). You pronounce this as Waai.
10 most beautiful tourist islands in Thailand
Islands have played an important role in Thailand's history and culture. The country has more than 1.400 islands scattered across the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand, many of which have played an important role in the country's trade, shipping, and tourism.
Hotels in Bangkok: 10 tips for tourists
Bangkok is a popular tourist destination and offers a wide variety of hotels for tourists. Whether you are looking for budget-friendly accommodations or luxury hotels and resorts, Bangkok has something for everyone.
We are going to Bangkok again in April, after 3 years, for 13 days. We have now been 30 times with my partner. We prefer Bangkok because of the many street food, Central World with the nice restaurants, markets and nice strolling around in Chinatown, and so on. (I've been to the north and south, but in recent years, Bangkok has been our holiday destination.)
TAT: Number of Indian tourists will rise to 2 million this year
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has raised its target for Indian visitors this year from 1,4 million to 2 million due to recent changes in COVID-19 regulations by the Indian government.
Shopping in Thailand: How can a tourist reclaim VAT?
For many goods that you buy in Thailand, you can reclaim the VAT of 7% as a foreign tourist. In this article you can read how you can do that.
Eek-eek, shrieks the Brahminy kite and dives down
Feeding birds of prey as a tourist attraction: it is not obvious, but it has been happening for years in a village in Chanthaburi and at a fish restaurant in Trat. Hundreds of Brahmin kites are treated to bits of pork fat.
Many tourists and expats, also of Dutch origin, complain now and then about the way they are treated by the Thai government (immigration, police). Often it is about the lack of clarity of rules, but much more about the application of the rules: arbitrariness, differences in interpretation, lack of empathy and flexibility when a little extra is paid. Tourists and expats seem to have no rights. They are not, but which tourist or expat goes to the Thai court if he/she is wronged?
Thailand travel guide for beginners (video)
This fun video with English subtitles takes you on a journey through Thailand and gives the viewer useful tips. The following destinations are covered: Bangkok, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Kanchanaburi, Chang Mai, Krabi, Ao Nang, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta.
Breaking: Belgians and Dutch people are allowed to go to Thailand without quarantine as of November 1
Thailand will welcome tourists from 1 countries from November 46. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha today announced that fully vaccinated visitors from 46 countries with a low Covid-19 risk are welcome again. Belgium and the Netherlands are also on the list. Initially, there was a maximum of 10 countries.