From October 21 to 29, 2025, the island of Phuket will host the 200th anniversary of one of Thailand’s most sacred cultural events.

This nine‑day celebration focuses on purification and devotion: participants follow strict vegetarian rules, wear white, and engage in powerful rituals such as street processions, fire‑walking, and spiritual trances.

Centered around the Chinese shrines of Phuket Town, the festival transforms the city into a vibrant spiritual landscape, with yellow taiwanese‑style flags lining the streets and drums and fire‑crackers filling the air. Visitors should prepare for heavy crowds, road closures, and full accommodations.

In commemorating 200 years, the Phuket Vegetarian Festival highlights the enduring importance of community, culture, and faith—offering more than a spectacle, but a profound human journey.

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The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has announced its preparations for the Loy Krathong festival on November 5, 2025, emphasizing an “Eco Loy Krathong” initiative that balances environmental protection with public safety. Citizens are being urged to use krathongs made exclusively from biodegradable natural materials.

The main event is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM on the right bank of Rama VIII Bridge (in the Rama VIII Park area), Chao Phraya River. Festivities will include traditional dance, krathong‑making contests, a “Little Miss Noppamas” contest, and local product fairs.

Strict controls will be placed on fireworks, firecrackers, and sky lanterns, while enhanced security measures—such as expanded checkpoints, increased deployment of city inspectors and police, and longer supervision hours—will aim to prevent weapon-related incidents.

In a joint meeting, BMA officials, the Tourist Police, and other agencies defined roles and responsibilities to ensure a safe, well‑coordinated event. The goal is to facilitate participation in this cherished tradition without compromising environmental or public safety standards.

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Please be informed that the concert “Piano & Passion — Schumann’s Masterpiece” on Saturday, October 18, 2025, has been relocated to the Thailand Cultural Centre, Main Hall. Featured soloist is Liu Muyu on piano, with Sergey Smbatyan conducting. The program includes works by Beethoven, Schumann, and Tan Dun.

This performance is presented to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Thailand and China. The Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra (RBSO), in partnership with the Chinese Embassy, aims to deliver a memorable evening of classical music.

For ticketing and more details, please visit RBSO’s official website. Programs are subject to change.

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Diwali’s spirit illuminates Bangkok’s Little India like never before. From October 16 to 31, the Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2025 will transform Phahurat and Khlong Ong Ang into a dazzling cultural playground.

Come evening, the streets burst into life with vibrant light displays, street art installations, Thai‑Indian performances, live music, and an energetic market atmosphere. Signature moments include the magical lighting ceremony, interactive workshops, cultural shows, and a feast of flavors.

The festival kicks off daily at 16:00. Dress in bold colors and immerse yourself in this luminous celebration of shared heritage and community.

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Low‑cost carrier Citilink has announced a new direct flight connecting Jakarta (Soekarno‑Hatta) and Bangkok (Don Mueang) starting December 12, 2025.

The service will operate once daily using an Airbus A320. One notable feature of this route is that up to 15 kg of checked baggage is included, at no extra charge.

Flight schedule:
•QG512: CGK 12:30 → DMK 16:10 (daily)
•QG513: DMK 17:10 → CGK 20:30 (daily)

This route aims to strengthen connectivity between Indonesia and Thailand, bolstering tourism and business travel. For tickets and further details, please visit Citilink’s official website.

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced that 62 Thai hotels have been honored in the 2025 MICHELIN Key Selection, rising from 58 in the 2024 edition. This reflects Thailand’s growing stature in global hospitality, design, and service excellence.

Among the selected properties, six received Three MICHELIN Keys, 21 obtained Two Keys, and 35 earned One Key. The range spans from luxury resorts to heritage lodgings and wellness retreats, showcasing the country’s wide appeal.

Hotels like Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, and The Siam Bangkok each secured 3 Keys, underscoring their combination of elegance and Thai character.

This recognition strengthens Thailand’s position not just as a tourist destination, but as a leader in curated stay experiences. Expectations for the country’s hotel industry will only continue to rise.

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The Department of Rural Roads (under Thailand’s Ministry of Transport) has announced that on October 13 — the memorial day for King Rama IX — the Bhumibol 1 and Bhumibol 2 Bridges (also known as Rama IX Bridges) will be lit up from 7:00 PM to midnight.

These bridges bear the name of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), whose vision contributed to their development. The annual lighting event coincides with his memorial day and is intended both as a tribute and as an opportunity for residents and visitors to appreciate Bangkok’s nocturnal architecture.

King Bhumibol passed away on October 13, 2016 at the age of 88. Since then, October 13 has been recognized as the “Rama IX Memorial Day.” The lighting event underscores ongoing reverence for the late king and enhances the cityscape as part of cultural commemoration.

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The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is launching a resident‑participation waste sorting program, with pilot implementation in selected districts. In Bang Phlat’s Soi 57 off Charansanitwong Road, households separate waste into (1) organic waste, (2) recyclables, (3) general waste, and (4) hazardous or bulky waste. Deputy Governor Jakkapan Phiewngam recently conducted an inspection to confirm active compliance.

The new system is set to take effect in October 2025, with a registration-based fee adjustment. Registered households that correctly sort waste will pay 20 baht/month, while those who do not will face a 60 baht/month fee. Registration is available via the “BKK WASTE PAY” mobile app.

Bangkok currently generates around 9,500 tons of waste daily, and its annual waste management cost is estimated at 70 billion baht. The revenue from traditional garbage fees covers only about 7 % of that cost, prompting BMA to pursue cost savings and waste reduction through more effective sorting.

However, challenges remain. In past programs, collection contractors have been accused of mixing sorted waste during transport, undermining public trust. To curb this, BMA plans to strengthen pre‑collection inspections, promote public awareness, and leverage digital tracking via the app.

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) proudly announced that Lanta Archipelago National Park in Krabi has been selected as one of Thailand’s ten winners in the 2025 Green Destinations Top 100 Stories. This recognition further cements Thailand’s growing reputation in global sustainable tourism.

The award highlights the community‑driven marine conservation efforts under TAT’s Krabi Prototype initiative. The featured story, “A Hero’s Tale from Lanta Island,” centers on the “Return Home to Hermit Crabs” project, which addresses the critical shortage of natural seashells—essential homes for hermit crabs—by collecting donations and returning shells to coastal habitats.

Since its launch, the project has collected over 12,000 shells, engaged hotels and local stakeholders, reduced marine waste, and helped restore coastal biodiversity. It has become a model for regenerative tourism that links community participation with ecosystem restoration.

TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool commented, “This recognition shows that sustainability is now a defining principle of tourism development. The Lanta project underlines how partnership among government, communities, and businesses can generate meaningful environmental impact.”

Other Thai destinations honored in the 2025 list include Royal Park Rajapruek (Chiang Mai), Kui Buri National Park (Prachuap Khiri Khan), Uthai Thani Old Town, Mu Ko Chang National Park (Trat), Tha Chai Community in Si Satchanalai, Chak Ngaew Chinese Market (Chon Buri), Chiang Khan (Loei), Nan Old Town, and Na Kluea Old Town in Chon Buri.

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From October 20 to 29, 2025, Thailand will host its annual Vegetarian Festival (เทศกาลกินเจ／Jay Festival), a nationwide event led by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Rooted in Thai‑Chinese heritage, the festival emphasizes purification, merit‑making, and blessings through abstinence from animal products and participation in spiritual rituals.

Across the country, communities will stage processions of deities, perform traditional Taoist rituals, and host vegan and vegetarian food stalls. In Phuket, the festival’s highlight is from October 21–29, featuring fire walking, piercing rituals, and grand nightly parades.
In Bangkok’s Chinatown (Yaowarat), the festival is also observed, with yellow flags and “เจ / 齋” signage marking participating vegetarian shops along the streets.
Participants commonly wear white and follow strict dietary rules: no meat, fish, eggs, dairy, or pungent “five spices” (garlic, onions, etc.).
Open to visitors, the festival offers immersive cultural and culinary experiences. The TAT will publish detailed schedules and local guides via its official channels to help travellers plan their visit.

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The international bus route connecting Khon Kaen in northeastern Thailand and Vientiane, the capital of Laos, will resume operations starting October 10, 2025, as announced by The Transport Company (Bor Kor Sor). The service will run one round trip per day using 42‑seat coaches, with fares set at THB 180 one way and an estimated travel time of about 4 hours.

Departure times are scheduled for 08:15 from Khon Kaen and 14:45 from Vientiane. This reactivation ends a hiatus of some five and a half years, following suspension of the service during the COVID‑19 period.
The route is part of efforts to restore cross‑border connectivity and to support tourism and trade between Thailand and Laos.
Passengers must present valid passports, and payments will only be accepted in Thai baht. The service is expected to originate from Khon Kaen Bus Terminal 3 for the Thai side.

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Thailand offers a rich palette of daytime experiences—from ancient temples and verdant national parks to bustling floating markets and craft villages—each inviting travellers to explore culture, heritage, and creativity under the sun.

Guided by the “5 Must Do in Thailand” framework—Must Taste, Must Try, Must Buy, Must Seek, and Must See—visitors can discover adventures that resonate with Thailand’s soft power in lifestyle and imagination.
For food lovers, floating markets like Tha Kha, Amphawa, and Lao Tak Lak teem with boat vendors selling grilled river prawns, coconut desserts, and regional specialties. Bangkok’s Khlong Lat Mayom, Ayutthaya’s boat noodles, and Nakhon Si Thammarat’s kanom jeen are part of the daily culinary rhythm.

If shopping for heritage, craft villages across Khon Kaen, Chiang Mai, Lampang, and Jim Thompson House in Bangkok reveal the heart of Thai artistry—silk weaving, silverwork, pottery, and more.

For nature and culture seekers, cycling in Ayutthaya, trekking in Doi Inthanon, kayaking in Phang Nga Bay, or participating in homestays in slower‑paced provinces bring travellers closer to Thailand’s soul.

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The Ministry of Tourism and Sports (MOTS) of Thailand released statistics on the number of foreign visitors to Thailand in September 2025.

According to data released by MOTS, the number of foreign visitors to Thailand in September 2025 was 2,235,852. This is a significant decrease of 347,786 from the 2,583,638 in August.

The decrease was approximately 589,000 from January to February, approximately 399,000 from February to March, approximately 173,000 from March to April, and approximately 280,000 from April to May. There was a slight increase of 56,000 visitors from May to June, but a significant decrease of approximately 288,000 from June to July, and another significant decrease of approximately 267,000 from July to August. Then, there was a significant decrease of approximately 348,000 from September to September. This represents a sharp decrease of 1,473,250 visitors compared to January. Furthermore, compared to the same month last year, September saw a significant decrease of more than 11%. Looking at the year-on-year comparisons by country, the biggest declines were China (down 31.6%), Hong Kong (down 32.7%), South Korea (down 24%), and Taiwan (down 18%). As you can see, the sharp decline in the number of tourists from China is noticeable. This is likely due to the economic conditions of each country and the strong Thai baht. Thailand's economy is also currently in a severe slump. I believe that tourism, Thailand's main industry, is key to revitalizing its economy. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has stated that it would like to implement the shelved "Buy International, Free Thailand Domestic Flights" campaign, but the Ministry of Tourism and Sports has not made any concrete statements. We sincerely hope that from October onwards, the number of international tourists will increase and the Thai economy will improve.

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in September 2025 by country is as follows.
1. Malaysia 428,712
2. China 321,309
3. India 207,195
4. South Korea 101,672
5. Japan 91,610
6. Russian 76,907
7. Singapore 73,522
8. Taiwan 66,878
9. Australia 60,191
10. Indonesia 55,300
11. Laos 55,279
12. Philippines 55,080
13. USA 54,398
14. Myanmar 53,325
15. United Kingdom 49,031
16. Germany 45,952
17. Israel 45,182
18. Hong Kong 40,295
19. Vietnam 37,973
20. France 29,166

For comparison with the previous month, the following is the ranking of the number of arrivals by country in September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August 2025.

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in August 2025 by country is as follows.
1. China 409,691
2. Malaysia 391,777
3. India 190,604
4. South Korea 133,995
5. Japan 128,178
6. Taiwan 86,849
7. Russian 79,573
8. Hong Kong 72,802
9. Singapore 70,640
10. Laos 67,682
11. United Kingdom 65,514
12. Germany 62,649
13. Philippines 60,713
14. USA 60,011
15. France 59,026
16. Australia 54,841
17. Myanmar 51,660
18. Vietnam 49,804
19. Indonesia 49,434
20. Israel 43,628

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in July 2025 by country is as follows.
1. China 420,770
2. Malaysia 358,287
3. India 189,303
4. South Korea 130,259
5. Taiwan 85,412
6. Russian 81,098
7. USA 81,096
8. Australia 75,384
9. Japan 74,717
10. Singapore 73,196
11. United Kingdom 71,354
12. Hong Kong 66,823
13. Indonesia 64,275
14. Laos 63,430
15. Philippines 61,162
16. France 60,185
17. Vietnam 58,585
18. Germany 51,074
19. Myanmar 47,796
20. Netherlands 44,002

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in June 2025 by country is as follows.
1. Malaysia 398,433
2. China 306,617
3. India 205,299
4. Singapore 107,501
5. South Korea 98,544
6. USA 81,717
7. Laos 79,291
8. Russian 73,616
9. Indonesia 71,899
10. Taiwan 68,979
11. Japan 64,989
12. Philippines 64,860
13. Myanmar 63,468
14. Australia 62,474
15. United Kingdom 59,880
16. Vietnam 56,849
17. Hong Kong 51,345
18. Germany 34,535
19. France 29,693
20. Saudi Arabia 26,623

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in May 2025 by country is as follows.
1. Malaysia 385,332
2. China 310,292
3. India 228,544
4. South Korea 91,178
5. Russian 83,627
6. Singapore 76,706
7. Laos 74,464
8. Indonesia 72,807
9. Japan 69,378
10. USA 68,251
11. United Kingdom 66,834
12. Taiwan 64,260
13. Philippines 63,908
14. Vietnam 58,815
15. Australia 58,601
16. Myanmar 56,312
17. Hong Kong 41,826
18. France 38,745
19. Germany 38,595
20. Cambodia 36,430

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in April 2025 by country is as follows.
1. Malaysia 362,636
2. China 317,213
3. India 206,286
4. Russian 155,314
5. United Kingdom 110,231
6. South Korea 84,455
7. Germany 82,859
8. USA 80,506
9. Laos 80,468
10. Australia 75,067
11. Indonesia 72,756
12. Taiwan 69,538
13. France 67,141
14. Singapore 61,321
15. Vietnam 61,260
16. Philippines 60,389
17. Myanmar 58,320
18. Japan 58,152
19. Hong Kong 52,965
20. Israel 36,294

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in March 2025 by country is as follows.
1. China 297,113
2. Malaysia 292,436
3. Russian 235,682
4. India 187,973
5. South Korea 120,775
6. Germany 114,276
7. Japan 109,173
8. United Kingdom 106,268
9. USA 100,051
10. Laos 92,192
11. Singapore 81,349
12. Taiwan 79,879
13. France 75,971
14. Indonesia 66,486
15. Vietnam 63,945
16. Australia 59,395
17. Myanmar 57,188
18. Philippines 51,046
19. Cambodia 41,087
20. Hong Kong 37,395

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in February 2025 by country is as follows.
1. Malaysia 418,045
2. China 371,542
3. Russian 230,600
4. India 169,988
5. South Korea 168,090
6. France 128,630
7. Japan 120,130
8. Germany 114,138
9. United Kingdom 107,316
10. USA 102,542
11. Taiwan 100,371
12. Laos 78,253
13. Indonesia 70,389
14. Vietnam 69,433
15. Singapore 64,585
16. Australia 57,499
17. Philippines 47,601
18. Myanmar 44,157
19. Cambodia 43,533
20. Hong Kong 43,411

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in January 2025 by country is as follows.
1. China 662,779
2. Malaysia 443,015
3. Russian 255,920
4. South Korea 209,065
5. India 185,809
6. United Kingdom 121,532
7. USA 118,038
8. Taiwan 116,779
9. Germany 112,828
10. France 110,515
11. Laos 94,271
12. Japan 87,441
13. Indonesia 82,919
14. Australia 82,116
15. Singapore 77,555
16. Hong Kong 69,047
17. Vietnam 64,094
18. Myanmar 50,067
19. Philippines 48,987
20. Cambodia 46,001

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in December 2024 by country is as follows.
1. China 535,215
2. Malaysia 452,137
3. Russian 249,910
4. India 220,717
5. South Korea 189,324
6. Singapore 131,642
7. United Kingdom 127,398
8. USA 124,207
9. Germany 111,611
10. Japan 104,612
11. Australia 90,165
12. Taiwan 89,098
13. Indonesia 86,553
14. Hong Kong 82,532
15. France 79,810
16. Laos 71,206
17. Vietnam 63,848
18. Myanmar 60,039
19. Philippines 59,753
20. Sweden 49,322

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in November 2024 by country is as follows.
1. China 483,364
2. Malaysia 354,892
3. Russian 205,766
4. India 203,489
5. South Korea 154,509
6. USA 118,423
7. Japan 109,639
8. Germany 103,356
9. Singapore 100,968
10. United Kingdom 98,627
11. Taiwan 92,764
12. Laos 85,555
13. Indonesia 74,591
14. France 72,379
15. Australia 70,937
16. Vietnam 69,256
17. Hong Kong 66,244
18. Philippines 61,551
19. Cambodia 45,367
20. Myanmar 43,725

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in October 2024 by country is as follows.
1. China 459,819
2. Malaysia 402,575
3. India 168,747
4. South Korea 142,327
5. Russian 129,893
6. Taiwan 94,793
7. USA 80,999
8. Singapore 79,144
9. Japan 74,005
10. United Kingdom 72,978
11. Germany 70,099
12. Australia 69,339
13. Laos 67,865
14. Indonesia 66,816
15. Vietnam 65,112
16. Hong Kong 62,126
17. Philippines 56,008
18. France 53,389
19. Cambodia 43,590
20. Myanmar 43,317

The ranking of the number of people entering Thailand in September 2024 by country is as follows.
1. Malaysia 472,899
2. China 469,668
3. India 171,694
4. South Korea 133,741
5. Japan 93,827
6. Taiwan 81,821
7. Laos 79,490
8. Russian 76,974
9. Singapore 72,993
10. Vietnam 67,023
11. Indonesia 65,857
12. Australia 64,839
13. Hong Kong 59,891
14. USA 56,819
15. United Kingdom 48,572
16. Philippines 46,279
17. Germany 44,851
18. Cambodia 43,436
19. Myanmar 38,354
20. France 28,684

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On October 2, 2025, Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports officially unveiled the Thailand Green Tourism Plan 2030, marking a pivotal step toward embedding sustainability in its tourism strategy. At the core is the Thailand Good Travel certification mark, intended to signal to both domestic and international travellers that destinations operate with environmental, social, cultural, and economic balance.

The campaign’s objective is to elevate Thai tourist destinations into the Top 100 sustainable destinations globally by 2030. To achieve this, the plan incorporates multi‑sector collaboration involving Mahidol University International College, Green Destinations Foundation, Travelife, and more than 49 partner organizations across government, academia, and the private sector.

The Thailand Good Travel mark is open to local tourism communities, small-scale accommodations (up to ~50 rooms), and tour operators. Its criteria draw upon GSTC standards but are adapted to Thailand’s context, with a tiered certification approach combining self-assessment and audits.

To support implementation, the Department of Tourism is launching a Green Coach program to mentor operators. Workshops and roadshows are planned in provinces such as Chachoengsao, Chiang Rai, Nakhon Si Thammarat, and Nakhon Ratchasima during October 2025, enabling businesses to assess their sustainability readiness.

This green tourism push is viewed as more than a branding initiative: it seeks to foster economic growth, community benefit, and environmental stewardship in tandem. Through strategic support and rigorous standards, Thailand aims to emerge as a global leader in responsible tourism.

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Phuket province is moving forward with its inaugural elevated roadway project, aiming for completion within 2028. The designated route spans 1.95 kilometers, linking Ban Muang Mai in Thalang District along Highway 4027 to the airport entrance intersection. The road will be built as a four-lane asphalt highway, featuring elevated sections over existing roads and mangrove forests to minimize environmental impact. Additional works such as intersection upgrades, drainage systems, and street lighting are planned to enhance safety and usability.

Once operational, this elevated connection is projected to dramatically improve airport access, reduce traffic congestion, and support increased tourism traffic. The new infrastructure is expected to offer faster, safer, and more comfortable travel for both residents and visitors. The total estimated cost for the project is 12,995 million baht (approximately 5.8 billion yen). Looking ahead, interest is growing in potential extensions and integrations with other transit networks to further bolster Phuket’s transport framework.
(Source: “New Road to Phuket Airport Expected to Open by 2028”)

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On 30 September, the Thai Cabinet approved an extension of the 20‑baht fare cap for Bangkok’s urban rail Purple and Red lines through 30 November.

These two lines have been operating under the capped fare since October 2023, with the previous government renewing the subsidy annually. Some operators had planned to revert to standard rates due to uncertainty under the new administration.

The government also authorized formation of a joint committee including representatives from relevant agencies to evaluate the policy’s impact and to chart its future trajectory.

With this extension, authorities aim to bolster public transit use and ease the cost burden for commuters, while carefully scrutinizing the scheme’s financial sustainability and potential expansion.

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