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Go easy on pa thong ko, say health experts

Thai people love their street food and “pa thong ko” (fried dough) and “cha Thai” iced tea are two favourites. But too much of a good thing can be bad for you, says the Health Department.

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'Happy toilets' on the way at land offices

The Health Department and the Department of Lands have teamed up to renovate 461 public restrooms at land offices nationwide to meet health, accessibility and safety (HAS) standards.

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Higher airfares hobble Chinese market revival

The average airfare for flights connecting key cities in China and Thailand remains 1.5 times higher than pre-pandemic prices, while for second-tier cities fares have surged 200%, which means low-priced tours cannot return, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

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New talent sprouts in Chinatown

Baan Trok Tua Ngork, a heritage space in Chinatown, is holding its first building-wide pop-up event -- "Baan Trok Presents: Sprout" -- from this Saturday to March 31.

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Victim, not villain

The story of Tor, a toddler in Nakhon Pathom who was initially believed to have been kidnapped before it was determined that he was dumped into the Tha Chin River by his own mother, is more than just a simple homicide. The case reflects a deep-rooted social problem in our…

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Aspiring composer to lead charity concert

Sala Sudasiri Sobha on Lat Phrao 41 is hosting "Siam Romance", a charity concert featuring the latest compositions by Sun Thathong, a Thai diplomat and aspiring composer, on March 12 at 4pm.

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An oasis of sakura

The van took such a steep, winding road that I felt nauseous and closed my eyes from the lush view of the Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park out the window. After an indefinite period of time, I breathed a sigh of relief upon arrival at a village. I did…

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Holiday Inn offers Rao Tiew Duay Kan deal

Holiday Inn and Suites Siracha Laemchabang announces special offers for Thai residents aligning with the government's tourism stimulus campaign Rao Tiew Duay Kan (We Travel Together) Phase 5, which allows guests to save more and enjoy longer leisure trips to a destination only an hour and a half from Bangkok.

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7,600 Russians seek to extend Phuket stay

PHUKET: Nearly 7,600 Russian nationals have sought to extend the length of their stay in Phuket, according to the local immigration chief.

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Taiwan plans to pay tourists to visit

Some international visitors are set to receive a payment card after their arrival

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Phuket cracks down on foreign criminals

Phuket Provincial Police say they are coordinating with other agencies to crack down on international criminals on the island in a bid to ensure safety and improve confidence among tourists and the public at large.

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BNK48 leader's brother dies in fall

The 19-year-old younger brother of Cherprang Areekul, manager of popular Thai girl group BNK48, died in a fall from the 9th floor of a building in Bangkok's Khlong San district early on Wednesday.

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BNK48 leader's young brother in fatal fall

The 19-year-old younger brother of Cherprang Areekul, manager of popular Thai idol girl group BNK48, died in a fall from the 9th floor of a high-rise building in Bangkok's Khlong San district early on Wednesday.

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Media spending growth seen easing to 5%

The rebound in the tourism industry and political parties' campaign spending ahead of the general election are the factors driving media spending in Thailand this year, says Pawat Ruangdejworachai, chief executive of creative agency Media Intelligence Co.

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Swimmers invited to make a splash

Blue Tree Phuket, the largest of entertainment hub in Phuket, invites swimmers aged 10 years and up to showcase their strength in the Eliminator Swim competition on March 18 at 4.30pm.

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TAT suggests operators still upbeat on recovery outlook

Business operators still have confidence in the country's tourism recovery as campaigns for the general election kick into high gear and the next phase of the "We Travel Together" scheme is projected to have the participation of more than 9,000 hotels, with the aim of stimulating domestic spending, says the…

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How to do Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi by train

The best way to explore Vietnam is via its iconic Reunification Express; Andrew Eames hops onboard

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Jack Bain’s Bar reopens in March

Sharing the 28th floor of 137 Pillars Bangkok with Nimitr fine dining rooftop restaurant and terrace, Jack Bain's Bar is a good place to start the evening or end the night come March.

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580kg smuggled ganja seized

NAKHON PHANOM: A navy river patrol on Monday seized 580 kilogrammes of dried cannabis believed smuggled across the Mekong river from Laos and found in a pickup truck abandoned by the fleeing driver in Ban Phaeng district.

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Centara Ubon hotel to open March 10

Hotel operator Centara Hotels & Resorts (CHR) will open its Centara Ubon hotel on March 10.

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Cathay Pacific offers 'Hong Kong Goodies'

As part of the World Of Winners campaign sponsored by the Airport Authority Hong Kong, in which 500,000 free tickets are being offered to global visitors, Cathay Pacific will be offering 80,000 round-trip air tickets to Hong Kong to residents across Southeast Asia.

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UHG forecasts revenue to increase by 40% this year

Hotel and office developer UHG is forecasting a 40% increase in revenue this year, banking on robust demand from foreign tourists and the Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions) sector in Bangkok.

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Upcountry hotels eyeing Mice subsidies

Hotel operators in the provinces are calling for greater subsidies for Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions) events as this sector has played a vital role in saving their businesses.

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Centara Ubon opens on March 1, offers introductory rates

Following the recent opening of Centara Korat in October last year, Thailand's leading hotel group Centara Hotels & Resorts is about to launch Centara Ubon.

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Returning Chinese boost Jan foreign tourist arrivals to 2.14m

Thailand recorded 2.14 million foreign visitors in January, tourism ministry data showed on Monday, down slightly from the previous month but helped by the return of travellers from China after Beijing removed its Covid-19 restrictions.

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