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Around 120 foreign tourists die on Thailand's roads every year, roughly 10 a month. Most of them are on rented motorcycles. Figures from the Road Accident Victims Protection Company show 116 deaths in 2025 and 91 in 2026 up to October 5. Injuries run far higher.

Thailand is changing how checked bags are handled at airports, and the new rules start on 16 October 2026.

A Thai actor's complaint about a 5,050 baht "Airport Departure Tax" on a Bangkok to Vientiane ticket has people asking what is actually in that line. According to the itemised breakdown, more than half of it (2,650 baht) is airline-imposed, not a government tax.

Heavy rain is forecast in 33 provinces across Thailand on 11 October 2026, down from 46 on 10 October and 16 on 9 October. The Central, East and South regions are worst hit, and five provinces face very heavy rain.

Thailand's prime minister says the first wave of flooding has mostly subsided in the major affected areas, so the government is now focused on recovery and aid. Another round of heavy rain is forecast, though.

Suvarnabhumi Airport is getting a third ground handling and cargo operator. On 8 October 2026, Airports of Thailand (AOT) signed a 25-year public-private partnership contract with Airports of Thailand Ground Aviation Services (AOTGA).

Thailand plans to charge foreign visitors arriving by air a 450-baht tourism fee, starting in the first quarter of next year. Part of the money would fund travel insurance for foreign visitors.

Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun has backed a proposal for a 450-baht tourism fee on foreign visitors. The Tourism and Sports Ministry recommended the amount, and the National Tourism Policy Committee has already discussed the plan.

Thailand is considering a 1,000-baht departure tax on international air passengers, but it hasn't been approved or implemented. The Revenue Department is running a public consultation on the draft Departure Tax Act until 29 October 2026.

The WMO said on Thursday, 8 October 2026, that El Niño is likely to keep strengthening, peak in December 2026 and possibly last until February 2027. WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo put the chance of it continuing through February 2027 at nearly 100%.

Thailand's news this week is dominated by serious flooding in Bangkok and 27 provinces, with more than 3.16 million people affected. There is also a proposed 1,000 baht departure tax for air travellers, which has not been introduced and is still in public consultation.

Thailand is considering a 1,000 baht departure tax on air travel, built into the airfare and paid by all departing travellers of every nationality. The Revenue Department is running an online public hearing on the Draft Departure Tax Act from 29 September to 29 October 2026.

Severe flooding is continuing in eastern Thailand as of Thursday 8 October 2026, with Chachoengsao, Nakhon Nayok and Prachin Buri hit hardest. Bangkok is mostly dry, with some flooding in eastern districts, and officials expect those areas to improve significantly next week.

Thailand's Revenue Department has drafted a Departure Tax Act that would charge 1,000 baht per trip on anyone leaving the country by air, Thai or foreign. It is only a proposal. It is unclear whether the tax will be introduced, and no start date has been given.

Bangkok has been voted the number one city in the world for 2026 in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards, scoring 97.68 out of 100. It wasn't in the top 20 last year, and close to 300,000 readers took part in the vote.

Thailand may add a 1,000 baht departure tax for air travellers of all nationalities. The Finance Ministry is studying it and it isn't in effect. The Revenue Department is considering a draft Departure Tax Act, and public consultation runs from 30 September to 29 October 2026.

Floods in Bangkok and the eastern region have pushed the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to reassess its high-season forecast. Arrivals fell 14.8% between 25 September and 5 October, mainly because of weaker short-haul demand.

TAT, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, is reassessing its high-season forecast after major flooding in parts of Bangkok and the eastern region. Total arrivals fell 14.8% between 25 September and 5 October, with the steepest drops from short-haul markets.

Thailand's government is going ahead with a 450-baht tourism tax (an arrival fee) on foreign tourists, with collection targeted for the first quarter of 2027. It will start with air travellers.

Floodwaters are still affecting Bangkok and 27 provinces, mostly across the Central Plains, according to the Bangkok Post on 6 October 2026. Around 3.14 million people in the North, Central Plains and East are affected.

Thailand's Department of Disease Control (DDC) says there is no evidence of a plague outbreak in Russia, and it rates the risk of the disease spreading to Thailand as low. The comment follows reports that a 28-year-old woman who worked at a research institute in Irkutsk died on 29 September 2026.

Thailand's rain is still heavy on 6 October 2026, though it is easing slightly. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) expects heavy rain in 40 provinces today, down from 46 on 5 October.

Thailand's Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa has now approved 12,010 foreign nationals in its first four years. The visa launched in September 2022. The Board of Investment (BOI) estimates its economic value at about 43 billion baht, which works out to over 3.6 million baht per approved person.

Thai Airways says its baggage backlog at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport is almost cleared. As of Monday 5 October 2026, 862 bags were still waiting: 150 for outbound flights and 712 from inbound flights. The airline says scheduled flights were running at 100%.

Thai Airways CEO Chai Eamsiri was suspended from his CEO duties around 2 October 2026, after severe flooding disrupted Suvarnabhumi Airport in late September. Director Samrit Samniang is now acting CEO, and the board plans a 30-day fact-finding review of how the airline handled the disruption.

A German couple died after a pickup truck hit them on a zebra crossing in the Khao Lak area of Phang Nga province on the evening of October 2, 2026. The driver did not stop. He surrendered to police the next day. Police are still investigating, and blood test results are pending.

Flood warnings are in force for provinces along the Chao Phraya River, plus Phetchaburi, Chachoengsao and the southern provinces, because of accumulated water and forecast rain.

Thailand Weather 4 October 2026: Heavy Rain in 32 Provinces, Including Krabi Heavy rain is forecast in 32 provinces today, with the North, Northeast and South hit hardest.

Suvarnabhumi Airport's staffing practices are under scrutiny after passenger baggage piled up and acceptance of new air cargo was temporarily suspended. Flooding is widely seen as the trigger, but reports say it was not the only factor.

AirAsia's CEO has admitted the airline has a cash squeeze driven by high fuel costs, but says it is not closing and flights are running as normal.

Two German tourists were killed in a hit-and-run while crossing a pedestrian crossing on Phetkasem Road in Khao Lak, Phang Nga, on the night of Friday 2 October 2026. A white Mazda BT-50 pickup with Bangkok plates reportedly hit them and drove off.

Thai Airways ran its full flight schedule on Saturday, October 3, 2026, after two days of trimmed operations. The airline cut 24 flights across October 1 and 2 and apologised to passengers for the disruption.

Thailand has launched a government-funded disaster insurance scheme called Disaster Insurance for the People. It covers floods, windstorms and earthquakes for 30 million households nationwide. It started on October 1, 2026 and runs to September 30, 2027, with plans to renew it each year.

Thailand's Prime Minister has told all agencies to prepare for heavier rain from 5 October, with the South expected to be hit hardest. That includes Krabi and Koh Lanta.

THAI is moving delayed-baggage self-collection at Suvarnabhumi on Saturday 3 October 2026. Bags will no longer be handed out at the airport terminal. They will be at the THAI Ground Service Maintenance building, which is open 24 hours.

Thailand's Department of Disease Control (DDC), part of the Ministry of Public Health, has published five common misconceptions about the medicine used to prevent leptospirosis.

Thai Airways passengers at Suvarnabhumi Airport hit severe disruption at the end of September 2026. Flooding in Bangkok reportedly kept many staff from reaching work, and a baggage backlog led to more than 50 flights being cancelled.

Thai Airways International (THAI) will resume its normal flight schedule on Saturday, 4 October 2026, after severe flooding in greater Bangkok disrupted its operations. Cancellations peaked at almost 40 flights and had already fallen to 9 on Friday.

Thailand's weather department forecasts thundershowers in 29 provinces on 1 October 2026. A weak southwest monsoon covers the Andaman Sea, Thailand and the Gulf. On the Andaman coast, which includes Krabi and the Koh Lanta area, showers will be scattered, with highs of 33 to 36°C.

Thai Airways Disruption at Suvarnabhumi: What Travellers Should Know Thai Airways has cancelled 37 more domestic and international flights out of Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport between 29 September and 1 October 2026.

Bags piled up at Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok between Sept 26 and 28, 2026, and travellers flying via Bangkok may be affected. About 10,000 bags were caught in the backlog, which was caused by flooding and operational failures at Thai Airways International (THAI).

Thai Airways is dealing with baggage backlogs and widespread flight delays at Suvarnabhumi Airport, and the disruption has run for several days. The airline says flooding left it short of general staff and licensed specialist staff.

A kosher restaurant in Ao Nang, Krabi, was inspected by provincial authorities after it reopened following an earlier closure linked to a nominee arrangement. Officials allege that almost all of its products lacked Thai FDA approval and proper customs clearance, and they seized items as evidence.

Thai Airways announced on 29 September 2026 that it is cancelling 37 more flights, covering 29 September to 1 October. Five flights are affected on 29 September, 28 on 30 September and four on 1 October. The cancellations include domestic routes and long-haul services to Europe, Asia and Australia.

Thailand's news on 30 September 2026 was dominated by flooding, with Bangkok's disaster zone shrinking from 50 districts to 29 but travel still disrupted. Two US warships, carrying over 5,000 personnel, will visit Phuket from 4 to 9 October.

Floods across Thailand's central, eastern and western-central regions have affected 2.6 million people in 29 provinces plus Bangkok, with 22 deaths reported and water still rising in several areas.

Thai Airways Baggage Chaos and Flight Cuts: What Travellers Need to Know Heavy rain and flooding in Bangkok over the weekend left hundreds of Thai Airways International (THAI) employees stranded at home.

Thai Airways Cancels 37 More Flights After Bangkok Flooding Thai Airways International (THAI) has cancelled 37 more domestic and international flights for Tuesday 29 September, Wednesday 30 September and Thursday 1 October.

Thai Airways Cancels Dozens of Flights as Bangkok Flooding Cuts Off Staff Thai Airways cancelled several domestic and international flights on September 29 and 30, 2026, after severe flooding in Bangkok and surrounding areas left staff unable to reach work.

Bangkok Floods Leave 700,000 People Affected as Eight Districts Remain Underwater Flooding across Bangkok has now affected around 300,000 households, roughly 700,000 people, with 42 districts hit at some point and 8 still flooded as of the evening of 28 September 2026.

Flooding Still Worsening in Nearly Half of Thailand's Hit Provinces Thailand's Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department (DDPM) reported on Monday, 28 September 2026, that floodwater levels are still rising in 12 of the 27 flood-affected provinces, while the remaining 15 are showing improvement.

Bangkok flooding has forced six airlines to roll out special assistance for passengers flying between September 26 and 29, 2026, with disruptions hitting both Don Mueang International Airport and Suvarnabhumi International Airport.

Thai Airways passengers flying through Suvarnabhumi Airport should expect delays.

Rail Disruption on Koh Lanta's Doorstep: Eastern Line Trains Cancelled Due to Flooding The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) cancelled 10 additional eastern-line trains on September 27, 2026, as heavy rainfall and flooding pushed water above rail level in several spots.

Luggage Chaos and Flight Delays Hit Suvarnabhumi Airport Travellers passing through Suvarnabhumi Airport over the weekend of September 26 to 27, 2026 ran into serious baggage delays and flight disruptions.

Don Mueang Airport (DMK) in Bangkok is operating flights and internal routes normally despite heavy rain and standing water in the surrounding area, Airports of Thailand (AOT) confirmed on September 26, 2026.

The UK State Pension is paid worldwide, but yearly increases only go to pensioners living in the UK, the EEA, Switzerland, and countries with a reciprocal agreement covering uprating. Thailand has no such agreement, so British pensioners here are stuck at a frozen rate.

Bangkok Flooding: What We Know as of 26 September 2026 Bangkok is dealing with heavy flooding. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) says 487 mm of rain has fallen in the capital since the start of September 2026, which is 82% above the 30-year average for the same period.

Thailand's Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for 26 and 27 September 2026, forecasting heavy to very heavy rain across the country. Bangkok had prolonged rain on 25 September and most of the city flooded.

THIM is a new mobile app from Thailand's Immigration Bureau, which sits under the Royal Thai Police. It is meant to be a single digital gateway for foreign nationals, covering arrival paperwork and travel services.

Getting a Work Permit in Thailand: What Changed in 2026 Thailand's work permit system moved online in a big way in 2026.

Flash Floods and Heavy Rain Warning for Thailand: September 23-27, 2026 The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning covering September 23-27, 2026, flagging flash floods and heavy run-off as a real risk across large parts of the country.

Thailand's DTV Visa Rules Are Changing, and Not Every Embassy Agrees on the Details Starting August 31, 2026, Thailand is rolling out new document requirements for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) nationwide.

Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stay from 60 to 30 Days: What Changes on September 15 Thailand's 60-day visa-free scheme is coming to an end, with new rules taking effect on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Thailand's 90-Day Reporting: What Long-Stay Foreigners Need to Know If you're living in Thailand on a long-term visa, whether retirement, marriage, education, business, or the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), you're required to report your address to Thai Immigration every 90 days.

Flash Flood Warning Hits 24 Provinces Across Thailand Thailand's National Water Resources Office (NWR) has issued a flash flood warning covering 24 provinces in the North, Northeast, and East of the country.

Thailand Is Capping Land Border Visa Runs to Twice a Year Starting September 15, 2026, Thailand will limit visa-exempt travelers to just 2 land border crossings per calendar year.

Heavy Rain Alert: Thailand Braces for Widespread Downpours Through September 7 The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a 24-hour weather warning covering 6am on September 6 through 6am on September 7, 2026, flagging heavy rain, flash flood risk, and rough seas across much of the country.

Thailand's visa exemption rules changed on September 15, 2026, ending the 60-day scheme that had been in place since July 2024.

Thai Weather Warning: Flash Floods and Landslides Forecast for 5 September The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a forecast on the morning of 5 September 2026 warning of isolated heavy rain, flash floods, and rough seas across large parts of Thailand.

Thailand Is Ending the 60-Day Visa Exemption for Business Travel Starting September 15, 2026, Thailand's visa exemption becomes tourism-only.

Air India A320 Loses Hydraulics Mid-Flight on Phuket to Delhi Route, 24 Injured An Air India Airbus A320 flying from Phuket to New Delhi lost all three of its hydraulic systems for…

Wet Weather Set to Continue Across Thailand, Including Krabi and Koh Lanta Thailand is in for another soggy day on September 4, 2026, according to the Thai Meteorological Department.

Weather warnings across Thailand this week bring heavy rain risk to Krabi province, including Koh Lanta, with southwesterly winds and rougher seas expected on the Andaman coast. Here's what it means if you're on the island.

Thailand Cannabis Crackdown: 533 Phuket Shops Found Operating Without Valid Permits A joint enforcement operation in Phuket has found that 533 cannabis dispensaries had failed to renew their operating licences, with a further 12 businesses facing permit suspensions.

Thailand Weather Forecast: July 19, 2026 — Rain and Rough Seas Warning Scattered thunderstorms are expected across Thailand for the 24-hour period from 6am July 19 to 6am July 20, …

Thailand's Nationwide Nightlife Safety Sweep: What Travellers Need to Know Thailand's Interior Ministry has ordered a full inspection of entertainment venues and public buildings across the country, giving authorities 30 days from July 18, 2026 to complete the sweep.

Thailand Weather Forecast: July 18, 2026 The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued its Saturday forecast with the southwest monsoon driving unsettled weather across the whole country.

Fire at Rong Beer Na Ladprao, Bangkok (July 2026) A fire at Rong Beer Na Ladprao, a venue in Bangkok, killed 33 people and injured dozens more on July 12, 2026.

Suvarnabhumi Airport Is Getting Faster: What Travellers Need to Know Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports conducted an inspection at Suvarnabhumi Airport on 16 July 2026, brin…

Thailand News Roundup: 17 July 2026 Thailand's news cycle this week covers a significant slowdown at Suvarnabhumi Airport immigration, compensation updates from the Bangkok nightclub fire, a juvenile detention escape in Nakhon Ratchasima, and a few lighter stories from around the country.

The Krabi Convenience Store Cat Who Runs a Treat Racket A grey tabby cat in Krabi has gone viral twice over after video emerged showing it walking foreign tourists directly to the pet food aisle of a local convenience store, then fixing them with a slow-blink until they buy it something to eat.

Bangkok Nightclub Fire Kills 33, Including Performers A fire at a Bangkok nightclub on July 12, 2026 has killed 33 people as of July 16, with the death toll rising days after the blaze as critically injured survivors succumbed to their injuries.

Thailand's 2.45 Billion Baht Tourism Stimulus: What It Means for Visitors Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports has announced three new schemes totalling 2.45 billion baht aimed at boosting both domestic travel and inbound tourism.

Thailand's Tourism Ministry has announced a 2.45 billion baht package of three travel incentive schemes aimed at boosting both domestic tourism and inbound visitor numbers, with the government projecting the measures could generate 56 billion baht in total economic value once approved and launched.

Thailand Pushes for Stronger China Tourism Ties Amid Slower Growth Thailand's tourism industry is urging Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to use his official visit to China in mid-July 2026 to lock in long-term cooperation agreements, rather than chasing short-term visitor numbers.

Bangkok Pub Fire: 31 Dead After Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao Blaze A fire at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao, a popular nightlife venue in Bangkok's Lat Phrao district, has now claimed 31 lives following the death of Sudarat Pokkasub, 34, at Paolo Hospital Kaset on the evening of July 14.

Kuwaiti Tourists Report Roadside Cash Demands from Officers in Pattaya A group of Kuwaiti tourists held a press conference in Pattaya on July 14, 2026, to report being stopped repe…

Here is the article: --- Thailand Travel News: Hotel Fire, Venue Scams, and Visa Update (July 15, 2026) A handful of stories from around Thailand this week are worth knowing about if you are travelling or planning a trip.

New Sadao Checkpoint Opens on the Thai-Malaysian Border A new border crossing at Sadao, in Songkhla province, opened in July 2026, jointly inaugurated by Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Chiang Mai Karaoke Bar Refunds British Tourist 150,000 Baht After Fraud Complaint A British man and his Thai wife were charged 150,000 baht across their credit cards at a karaoke bar near Chiang Mai's old moat on June 28, 2026.

Thailand Restores 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for Indian Tourists India is back on Thailand's 30-day visa-free list as of July 14, 2026, reversing a policy change from May that had cut Indian visitors to a 15-day visa-on-arrival window.

Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Period to 30 Days and Drops 34 Countries Thailand's cabinet voted on Tuesday 14 July 2026 to significantly tighten its visa-free entry scheme, cutting the permitted stay from 60 days to 30 days and removing 34 countries from the programme entirely.

Thailand's Crackdown on Visa Runs: What It Means for Koh Lanta Visitors Thailand has launched one of its most aggressive immigration enforcement campaigns in years, and the old habit of hopping across a border every few months to reset a tourist entry is now a serious risk.

Thailand Retirement Visas in 2026: A Guide for Expats on Koh Lanta Thailand's retirement visa system is more layered than most people expect. In 2026, there are four separate routes available, each with different stay lengths, financial requirements, and eligibility rules.

Bangkok Nightclub Fire Kills 27, Triggers Safety Crackdown Across Thailand A deadly fire at a Bangkok nightclub has claimed at least 27 lives, injured dozens more, and set off a wave of safety inspections at entertainment venues across the country, including in Phuket.

Bangkok Pub Fire Kills 30, Injures Dozens A fire tore through Rong Beer Na Ladphrao, a pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district, just before midnight on Sunday 13 July 2026, killing at least 30 people and sending dozens more to hospital.

Olive Ridley Turtle Rescued from Ghost Net at Karon Beach An olive ridley sea turtle was pulled to safety on 14 July 2026 after becoming tangled in a discarded fishing net on the shoreline at Karon Beach, Phuket.

New Sadao Road Opens a Smoother Land Route Between Thailand and Malaysia A new road connecting the Sadao border crossing in Songkhla province to Malaysia's Bukit Kayu Hitam checkpo…

Phuket Orders Safety Inspections at Venues Across the Island A deadly fire at a Bangkok entertainment venue has prompted Phuket's governor to launch an island-wide safety crackdown…

Bangkok Beer Hall Fire Kills 27, Investigators Focus on Blocked Exits A fire at a large beer hall in Bangkok's Chatuchak district has killed at least 27 people and injured 71 more, with around 45 people still unaccounted for as of Monday.

Bangkok Nightclub Fire Kills 27: What Travellers Need to Know A fire at a packed Bangkok bar in the early hours of July 13, 2026 killed 27 people and injured 63 others, making it one of Thailand's deadliest nightlife disasters in recent years.

Bangkok Nightclub Fire Kills 27 at Lat Phrao Venue A fire at a popular Bangkok live-music venue in the early hours of 13 July 2026 killed at least 27 people and injured 63 more, with 22 of those in critical condition.

A fire at a Bangkok nightclub in the early hours of July 12, 2026 killed at least 27 people and left 22 others critically injured, raising serious questions about fire safety enforcement at entertainment venues in Thailand.

Bangkok Beer Hall Fire Kills 27, Injures Dozens A fire at a popular beer hall in Bangkok's Chatuchak district late Sunday night killed at least 27 people and injured 63 others, making it one of the deadliest venue fires in the city in recent memory.

Bangkok Nightlife Fire Kills 27, Injures 63 A fire at a Bangkok eatery killed at least 27 people and injured 63 others in the early hours of 13 July 2026.

Two British Tourists Rescued from Phuket Beach After Drowning Two British men were pulled unconscious from the sea at Nai Thon Beach in Phuket's Thalang district on July 11, 2026.

Two British and New Zealand tourists were caught and fined for spray-painting a school fence in central Chiang Mai on July 12, 2026, after a member of the public tipped off police.

Two Phuket Cannabis Shops Raided After Ignoring Licence Suspensions Two cannabis shops in Phuket were raided by authorities on July 11, 2026, after continuing to operate and sell products despite having their licences suspended.

DSI Raids Five Koh Samui and Koh Phangan Sites in Foreign Nominee Crackdown Thai authorities raided five business locations across Koh Samui and Koh Phangan on Friday 11 July 2026, targeting suspected violations of the Foreign Business Act through the use of Thai nominee shareholders.

Thailand Weather Alert: July 11, 2026 — Rough Seas and Heavy Rain Nationwide The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a significant weather advisory for July 11, coverin…

Russian Traveller Arrested at Phuket Airport with 17kg of Cannabis A 30-year-old Russian national was arrested at Phuket International Airport on July 8, 2026, after customs officers found more than 17 kilograms of cannabis packed into his luggage.

Israeli Visitors to Thailand: 442,000 Expected in 2026 Thailand is on track to welcome over 442,000 Israeli tourists in 2026, with numbers up slightly from last year as flight routes between the two countries stabilise.

Thailand's Planned Tourism Fee: Still Not Happening Yet Thailand has been trying to introduce a 300-baht fee on foreign visitors since 2020, but the plan keeps hitting walls.

Thailand's planned 300-baht tourism fee is still on the table, but the government is rethinking how to collect it after airlines pushed back hard on being asked to do the work.

Belgian Tourist Arrested at Phuket Airport with 31kg of Cannabis A 21-year-old Belgian national was arrested at Phuket International Airport on July 7, 2026, after security found more than 31 kilograms of cannabis in her checked luggage.

Fuel Prices Drop Across Thailand from Wednesday Morning Thailand is cutting petrol and diesel prices at the pump from 5am on Wednesday, July 9, 2026, following a significant fall in global crude oil prices. The reductions are over 2.

Coral Bleaching Hits Mu Koh Surin as Sea Temperatures Rise A late-June survey at Mu Koh Surin National Park in Phangnga province has found coral bleaching at multiple dive sites, triggered by seawater temperatures climbing to 30-31C, above the seasonal average.

Thailand has a proof-of-funds requirement for foreign visitors entering the country, and immigration officers are permitted to ask you to show it at the border.

Thai Flight Attendant Arrest Triggers Tighter Airport Security Across Thailand The arrest of a Thai Airways flight attendant carrying approximately 1 kg of heroin into Australia has prompted Thailand's government to roll out stricter baggage screening measures at airports nationwide.

flydubai Launches Daily Dubai-Bangkok Route flydubai began flying directly between Dubai and Bangkok's Don Mueang International Airport on July 1, 2026, giving Middle Eastern travellers a one-stop connection to Thailand without layovers.

Thailand News Roundup: July 6, 2026 Two separate murder investigations involving foreign nationals in Pattaya, a neighbourhood flooded by foam waste from a collapsed factory wall, …

Thailand Weather: July 5 — Heavy Rain and Rough Seas Nationwide Thailand is under significant weather pressure today, July 5, 2026, with the Thai Meteorological Department warning of heavy to very heavy rain across most regions.

Thailand Weather Forecast: July 4, 2026 Heavy rain is sweeping across most of Thailand today, driven by a monsoon trough over the North and Northeast linking up with Tropical Storm Maysak, plus a strong southwest monsoon pushing across the Andaman Sea, the mainland, and the Gulf of Thailand.

Spirit Offerings at the Beach: What Every Visitor Should Know A short video from Pattaya South Beach went viral on Facebook in July 2026, showing two Russian-speaking tourists pick…

Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries in Thailand: What the Label Actually Means Thailand's relationship with elephants runs deep, from royal battlefields to national symbols to the logging camps of the 20th century.

Portuguese Man-of-War Warning at Koh Lanta National Park Lifeguard staff at Mu Ko Lanta National Park issued a warning on 5 June 2026 after Portuguese man-of-war were spotted washed up on the beach at Laem Tonad, inside the national park.

Thailand's New Power Bank Rules for Air Travellers Thailand's Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) published updated regulations on 4 June 2026 covering how passengers can carry and use power banks on flights.

Thailand's Dominant Covid Strain in 2025–2026: What Visitors Need to Know Thailand's current dominant Covid-19 strain is NB.1.8.1, which has been circulating since mid-2025. Health authorities say the variant spreads more easily than some earlier strains but is not causing more severe illness.

HM the Queen's 48th Birthday Celebrated with 21-Gun Salutes Across Bangkok On 3 June 2026, Thailand marked HM the Queen's 48th birthday with ceremonies across Bangkok and beyond.

Phuket Airport Gets Automated Passport Gates from June 13 Phuket International Airport is introducing automated outbound passport gates on June 13, 2026, aiming to cut waiting times at international departures.

Thailand Weather Forecast: June 3, 2026 A strong southwest monsoon is driving unsettled weather across all regions of Thailand on June 3, 2026, with the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasting thunderstorms everywhere from the far north to the southern peninsula.

Thailand News Roundup: Visa Changes, Royal Pardon and More Thailand has been making headlines on several fronts this week, with a significant shift in visa-free entry rules affecti…

Tourists Face Charges After Driving on Historic Death Railway Site in Kanchanaburi A group of tourists has been ordered to report to authorities after videos emerged showing at lea…

Dine and Dash in Thailand: What Tourists Should Know A growing number of deliberate non-payment incidents at restaurants across Thailand's tourist areas has put small, family-run eateries under real financial pressure.

Queen Suthida's Birthday Celebrations: What to Expect Across Thailand in 2026 Thailand will mark Queen Suthida's 4th Cycle Birthday Anniversary in June 2026 with ceremonies and eve…

Thailand Weather Forecast: June 1, 2026 – Heavy Rain Nationwide Thailand's Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a forecast for June 1, 2026 warning of heavy rain and thundershowers across the entire country, driven by a strengthening southwest monsoon over the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand.

Thailand Pushes to Become Aviation Hub: What It Means for Travellers to Krabi and Beyond Thailand is making a serious push to position itself as a regional aviation hub, with a government-led strategy involving airport upgrades, new domestic routes, and expanded international connections.

Thailand has introduced a mandatory 21-day quarantine for all travelers arriving from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) and Uganda, effective Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Thailand News Roundup: What Tourists and Expats Should Know A busy week in Thailand news covers several incidents relevant to visitors and residents, including a serious hit-and-ru…

Thailand Rainy Season Guide: What to Expect and When Thailand's rainy season runs from roughly June to late October across most of the country, but the reality is more nuanced than most guides suggest.

Thailand Weather Forecast: Heavy Rain and Rough Seas, May 26–29 A moderate southwest monsoon is currently active across the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, bringing thunderstorms to every region of the country during the 24-hour period from 6:00 AM May 26 to 6:00 AM May 27.

Thailand Introduces Ebola Screening for Travellers from Risk Areas Thailand has introduced Ebola screening measures at all international entry points following a WHO-declared Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) linked to the Bundibugyo virus strain.

Thailand Steps Up Tourism Safety Standards: What It Means for Visitors to Koh Lanta Thailand's government launched a major national push in May 2026 to raise tourism safety and qua…

Maggots Found in Street Market Fried Chicken in Nakhon Ratchasima A woman in Nakhon Ratchasima Province had a deeply unpleasant experience in May 2026 after buying crispy fried chi…

Thailand Weather Forecast: May 25, 2026 Thailand is deep into its rainy season on May 25, 2026, with the Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) warning of thundershowers across the entire country.

Thailand Steps Up Ebola Screening: What Travellers Need to Know Thailand has introduced new health screening and quarantine measures following the World Health Organization's decla…

Thailand Raises International Airport Departure Charge from June 2026 Airports of Thailand (AOT) will increase the International Passenger Service Charge (PSC) from 730 Baht to 1,120 Baht per person, effective 20 June 2026.

Thailand Scales Back 60-Day Visa Exemption: What It Means for Visitors to Koh Lanta The Thai Cabinet approved a revision to the country's 60-day visa exemption scheme on 21 May 2026, affecting nationals from 93 countries and territories.

June 2026 Festivals and Events Across Thailand June 2026 is a busy month for festivals, sports events, and cultural celebrations across Thailand.

Pride Month 2026 in Thailand: Festivals, Parades & Events Across the Country Thailand is going all out for Pride Month 2026, with events running from late May through late June across five regions of the country.

If you have ever arrived at the pier and found things running late, tides are often the reason. Songserm Tran, one of the main ferry operators on the Koh Lanta route, has published a clear guide explaining how water levels affect their service. The Three Service Levels Normal service (2.10 to 2.