Thailand Travel News
Landslide and flash flood warnings issued in southern Thailand
In light of the prolonged heavy rains that are expected to continue until December 17, the Department of Mineral Resources of Thailand has issued a warning that landslides and flash floods may occur in southern Thailand.
Specifically, warnings have been issued for 10 provinces, including Chumphon, Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Trang, Ranong, Songkhla, Phatthalung, Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat.
Currently, the soil has become soft due to heavy rains exceeding 100 mm, increasing the possibility of disasters. Local residents should pay attention to timely warnings from the disaster monitoring network. In addition, please remain vigilant and prepare for evacuation as the situation changes.
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"Tom Yum Goong" and "Kebaya" Recognized by UNESCO
The world-famous Thai dish Tom Yum Goong and the traditional clothing kebaya, culturally present in southern Thailand, have been inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced.
Tom Yum Goong, famous for its harmonious blend of spicy, sour, salty and sweet flavors, is a representative of the vibrant Thai culinary arts. The international recognition of this dish will further increase the global recognition of Thai cuisine.
Kebaya, which has significance in various communities in southern Thailand, is also a cultural tradition shared by several countries in Southeast Asia. Kebaya reflects a cherished cultural identity not only within Thailand but also across borders with neighboring countries.
These two new UNESCO inscriptions will highlight the Kingdom of Thailand's fascinating natural and cultural wonders and enhance Thailand's cultural prestige.
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December 10th is Thailand's "Constitution Day" and a national holiday
Tuesday, December 10th, 2024, will be Constitution Day, a national holiday in Thailand. This Constitution Day commemorates the establishment of the Kingdom of Thailand's first permanent constitution by King Rama VII on December 10th, 1932. With the establishment of this constitution, Thailand transitioned from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy.
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Thai hippopotamus "Mudeng" selected as one of the "63 Most Stylish People of 2024" by the New York Times
On December 5, the US newspaper The New York Times contributed to the "63 Most Stylish People of 2024", and the baby mini hippopotamus "Mudeng" was selected from Thailand. The magazine introduced Mudeng as "She bit, she screamed, she conquered the hearts of people all over the world".
Mudeng is a baby mini hippopotamus (pygmy hippopotamus) born in July 2024 at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Sriracha County, Chonburi Province, eastern Thailand. He became popular as soon as he was released, and Thai people who came to visit posted pictures on social media, and his cuteness spread throughout the country, and he also gained more foreign fans. An unprecedented boom is happening, with the Thai Ministry of Culture appointing Mudeng as a presenter as Thailand's soft power.
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Bangkok becomes the "world's most visited city in 2024"
More than 32.4 million international travelers will visit Bangkok in 2024, making it the "world's most visited city in 2024".
In this ranking published by Euromonitor International, Bangkok solidifies its position as a global tourism leader, surpassing Istanbul, Turkey, with 23 million visitors, and London, UK, with 21.7 million.
Bangkok's rise to the top is due to its tourist-friendly policies, famous cuisine, and affordable cost of living. Major initiatives such as a 60-day visa waiver for citizens of 93 countries and the extension of visa-on-arrival privileges to 31 countries have significantly increased the ease of visiting Bangkok.
The top 10 most visited cities in 2024 are Istanbul in second place, followed by London, Hong Kong, Mecca, Antalya, Dubai, Macau, Paris, and Kuala Lumpur. These cities have visitor numbers ranging from 23 million to 16.5 million.
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December 5th is Father's Day in Thailand, a national holiday, and the birthday of King Rama IX.
December 5th (Thursday) is the birthday of former King Bhumibol (Rama IX), and is a national holiday, Father's Day (วันพ่อแห่งชาติ).
In Thailand, December 10th (Tuesday) is Constitution Memorial Day, a national holiday. After Father's Day, there will be a long weekend.
Rama IX is revered as one of the seven great kings of Thailand. The three great kings are King Ramkhamhaeng the Great of the Sukhothai (Sukhotai) Dynasty, King Naresuan the Great of the Ayutthaya Dynasty, and King Chulalongkorn the Great (Rama V) of the Chakri Dynasty. Other kings include King Narai (Ramathibodhi III) of the Ayutthaya dynasty, King Taksin the Great of the Thonburi dynasty, King Rama I of the Chakri dynasty, and King Rama IX.
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Biometric authentication system introduced for international passengers at six major airports in Thailand
The Airports Authority of Thailand (AOT) has introduced a state-of-the-art biometric authentication system for international passengers at six major airports, including Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang Airport, effective from Sunday, December 1, 2024.
The system uses facial recognition technology to speed up check-in, security screening and boarding procedures, increasing passenger convenience and reducing waiting times.
For more information, please refer to the official website of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
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