Travel to Thailand
Traveling to Cambodia from Thailand
There are many ways to travel to Cambodia from Thailand, but before crossing the border, it’s crucial to understand how to do so without breaking any rules. While they are neighbors, there are still immigration concerns as the borders are not open. This page details the various routes into Cambodia from Thailand, the visas you […]
Direct Flights From US to Thailand to Resume in 2025
After more than a decade, the wait for direct flights between the United States and Thailand may finally come to an end in 2025. The possible return of direct flights follows Thailand’s efforts to regain its Category 1 safety rating from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which will allow carriers to operate non-stop flights […]
How to Travel to Laos from Thailand
There are many easy ways to travel to Laos as a tourist or expat currently staying in Thailand. Whether you’re looking to just visit, do a “border run” for visa purposes, or reside in the country long-term, knowing the most convenient pathways into Laos from Thailand is essential to helping you plan a smoother trip. […]
Thailand To Launch Biometric Identification System At Six Airports
Thailand has launched a new effort to make air travel faster, safer, and more efficient with the introduction of a biometric identification system at six major airports. Starting November 1, 2024, domestic travelers will be the first to use this system, with plans to extend it to international passengers on December 1, 2024. Thai officials […]
Schengen-Style Visa for SEA Countries: Cambodia on Board with Thailand’s Plan
A meeting between Cambodia’s Minister of Tourism Huot Hak and advisors to Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa took place on October 21, 2024, wherein they discussed cross-border travel. One of the more significant outcomes of this meeting was the Cambodian Minister’s support for Thailand’s “Six Countries, One Destination” visa initiative, adding another major partner to […]
泰国 DTV 签证: 全新的泰国数字游民签证
最近，泰国政府推出了全新的签证计划，称为 “Destination Thailand Visa (DTV Visa)”, 中文翻译为 “目的地泰国签证”，该签证计划是专为泰国的数字游民而设计的。同时，泰王国还对其他移民政策做出了更新和补充，目的是为了吸引更多旅客。虽然最终的细节尚未公布，但到目前为止，DTV签证似乎对于那些想要在泰国长时间停留而不必经常担心自己的移民身份的人来说是一个理想的签证选项。
Thai Tourist Tax Coming Back Under New Government
In the third announcement about the Thai tourism fee this year so far, the new Thai government has reversed course again and will soon implement a tax on all visitors to Thailand. The previous government under Srettha Thavisin mulled a similar fee earlier in 2024 but shelved the idea after backlash from the private sector. […]
Electronic Travel Authorization for Visa-Free Travelers to Thailand
Earlier in 2024, the Thai government expanded its visa exemption and visa-on-arrival programs to include more countries, allowing more tourists to enter the Kingdom for longer periods without needing to apply for a visa beforehand. However, at the time of this announcement, the government also revealed plans for a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. […]
Thailand Pass Registration System Updated Amidst Monkeypox Concerns
In light of a recent monkeypox case, the Division of International Disease Control and Quarantine and the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) have introduced mandatory health screenings for tourists and amendments to the Thailand Pass Registration System. Introduction of a New Monkeypox Variant in Thailand The Ministry of Public Health has detected a highly […]
Pattaya City to Implement New Monorail Line
Pattaya City, one of Thailand’s busiest tourist destinations in Chonburi province, is poised to welcome a major public transportation project in the form of a new electric monorail. Officials and local business representatives met on July 30th to discuss a recent feasibility study that showed the new Monorail, dubbed the Red Line, would greatly improve […]
