MTF 2026 will take place in Yangon, Myanmar from 16–18 June, bringing together public and private stakeholders to explore how tourism can deliver real value for people and places. Under […]
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This April, as the Mekong subregion celebrates its traditional New Year, a deeper renewal is underway. The region is embracing regenerative tourism — moving beyond sustainability to actively restore ecosystems
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Traveler tastes across the Greater Mekong Subregion are shifting – and the change is structural, not seasonal. Sustainability, well-being, immersion, and flexibility are now baseline expectations. Tourism stakeholders must adjust
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New products and meaningful travel experiences aligned with global trends aim to drive sustainable growth toward 3 trillion baht in revenue. On Feb 2, 2026, the Tourism Authority of Thailand
TAT spotlights 2026 tourism highlights to attract quality travelers Read More
Thailand has approved temporary border relaxations with Laos to support cross-border travel during the annual Phra That Phanom Worship Festival. The festival is a major religious event shared by communities
Thailand Temporarily Eases Border Rules for Lao Citizens for Phra That Phanom Festival Read More
Managing tourism growth with care across the Mekong. Our February Mekong Tourism Newsletter looks at how destinations across the Greater Mekong Subregion are strengthening visitor management to support quality and
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Resorts across the island are redefining luxury, not through opulence alone, but through powerful acts of regeneration, from buzzing orchards to baby shark releases. Phuket has long been synonymous with
Sustainable Tourism in Phuket: How the Island Is Protecting Its Wildlife and Ecosystems Read More
The Mekong’s ancient civilizations might not have known about airplanes and trains, but they did create the connections those transport options still use heavily today. These paths have inspired this
These Ancient Colors Don’t Run: the Colors of Mekong Cultural Route Read More
The Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (Public Organisation), or DASTA, has launched the “THE SOUL OF THAILAND” campaign, inviting visitors to experience the spirit of Thai identity through nine travel routes across
DASTA unveils nine-route “THE SOUL OF THAILAND” drive for sustainable tourism Read More
Bueng Kan Bus Terminal has officially launched an international bus service on the Bueng Kan Province–Borikhamxay Province route in the Lao PDR, starting from 8 January 2026. The service aims
Bridging the Mekong: Bueng Kan – Bolikhamxay Cross-Border Bus Service Launched Read More
The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has announced an ambitious plan to reduce carbon emissions by 20,000 TonCO₂e by 2030, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable development within the Meetings,
TCEB sets five-year carbon reduction target for events Read More
The Mae Fah Luang Foundation is expanding work from Doi Tung to community forests nationwide, building biodiversity databases and using tools such as bioacoustics, machine learning and eDNA to strengthen
Tourism across the Mekong enters 2026 with data playing a far more strategic role. Stakeholders across the region increasingly agree: data-driven intelligence will shape not just growth, but how equitably
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Thailand and Laos welcome the inauguration ceremony of the Fifth Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge (Bueng Kan–Bolikhamsai), which will be held on Thursday. The event will mark an important milestone in celebrating
Thailand, Laos hail new friendship bridge Read More
Thailand is approaching a significant milestone in tackling the global climate crisis. The Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE), under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE), is set to propose the Draft
Thailand pushes ahead: First Climate Change Act proposed to Cabinet Read More
