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Chinese Actor Kidnapped in Thailand Found in Myanmar with a Shaved Head—What Happened? Chinese actor Wang Xing was found in Myanmar after being abducted in Thailand, raising concerns about crime syndicates and tourism.
Thailand Unveils Its Seven Wonders: Journey Through Magical Winter Festivals Thailand's Seven Wonders feature winter festivals showcasing Loi Krathong, Chiang Mai's Lantern Festival, and rich cultural experiences.
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Thailand's $350 Million Cruise Terminal: What to Expect from Koh Samui's New Luxury Hub Thailand will invest $350 million in a new Koh Samui cruise terminal, boosting tourism with 120 ships and 180,000 visitors annually.
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Durian Diplomacy: Vietnam Outshines Thailand in the Chinese Market Thailand, once the unrivaled exporter of the “King of Tropical Fruits,” the Durian, has lost its throne to Vietnam. Until recently, Thai Durians dominated the Chinese market with a share of over 90%. However, Vietnam has rapidly gained ground, causing Thailand to relinquish its top position. On March 8, Vietnamese media outlet VnExpress reported that […]
Thailand's Best Kept Secret – Pool Villas That Will Blow Your Mind La Lanna and Magic Mountain Camp in Thailand offer unique and scenic accommodations but are not easily accessible to tourists.
Wearing Thai School Uniforms Lands Tourists in Hot Water Wearing Thai school uniforms by Chinese tourists in Thailand sparks controversy and concerns among Thai authorities and students.
Thailand's Plan to Deploy Chinese Police Sparks Debate: Tourism or Sovereignty? Thailand deploys Chinese police in tourist cities to enhance safety for Chinese tourists, sparking sovereignty concerns.
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Thailand's Travelers Say No to Korea: The Boycott Movement Explained A growing boycott movement against South Korea is happening in Thailand due to strict immigration policies.
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