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A new route from Yangon to Phuket has been launched by a Burmese airline. On Thursdays, Sundays, and weekends, the flight will operate. According to a report that published in yesterday’s Bangkok Post, Myanmar Airways International revealed the flight to the media during a press conference. The newly launched flight is intended to help both relocating employees and guests planning extended stays. According to MAI Sales and Marketing Manager Sathit Rodnimit, a one-way ticket from Phuket to Yangon, where migrant workers are based, costs 4,700 Thai Baht. Many of Myanmar’s officially recognized migrant workers, according to Sathit, desire to return home. Sathit further stated that foreign travelers to Phuket are the target audience for the aircraft. A round-trip ticket, according to his information, “begins at 6,000 Baht with 30 kg of checked luggage.” According to Phuket’s deputy governor Pichet, 47,000 migrant workers are now getting work licenses on the island…

Top 100 Green Destination 2022 The Destination Foundation’s tales. Koh Mak is an island located off the coast of Trat province. The tale discusses Koh Mak’s initiatives to encourage low-carbon travel. In 2015, DASTA launched three initiatives. The objective of the Dutch nonprofit Green Destinations Foundation is sustainable tourism. The low-carbon activities were initiated by the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (DASTA), according to the article. Under DASTA, the public sector, localities, and government have formed a “Low Carbon Family.” These organizations interact in four areas to reduce carbon emissions: 1) Energy conservation and alternative energy use 2) Efficient exploitation of water 3) waste management; 4) preserving the neighborhood’s way of life. This includes consuming local foods and brushing their teeth without running water. Koh Mak is one of the three most frequented destinations among the fifty islands off the coast of Trat. Koh Mak’s story is titled “Koh…

The islands were getting ready for tourists to arrive the next day. According to a report in the Bangkok Post, the government plans to send UNESCO a proposal about the Andaman Sea Nature Reserves. Ranong, Phangnga, and Phuket are the three provinces on the coast of the Andaman Sea. Together, they cover about 30,000 square kilometers. In February of the following year, the nomination process will be over. Khao Lak, the Similan Islands, and Surin Island are all part of Phang Nga Bay, which is a great place for both scuba diving trips and relaxing beach vacations. There are many uncharted areas with beautiful scenery, wild animals in the rainforest, and a lot of native life in the mangroves that people rarely see. We are looking into how to best get ready for the next diving season in the Andaman Sea. Varawut said, “The Andaman coast is such a special…

In this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards presented by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine, the country of Thailand was selected as the third best country in the world to go to. The list of the top 48 countries was dominated by European nations, with Thailand and Singapore being the only Southeast Asian countries to crack the top 10. Thousands of people participated in the voting process for several “best of” lists, which included categories such as finest countries, cities, islands, resorts, and hotels. Locations in Thailand scored highly in a number of categories… The Top 10 Countries in the World in 2022 are: 1. Portugal (91.22), 2. Japan (91.17), 3. Thailand (90.46), 4. Singapore (90.09), and 5. India (90.01). 6. Greece (89.79), 7. Denmark (89.62), 8. The United Kingdom (89.12), 9. Italy (89.12), and 10. New Zealand (89.01). In a separate poll titled “Best Cities In The World To Travel To,” readers…

While discussion regarding the reinstatement of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha continues, one thing has become abundantly clear: the Tourism and Sports Ministry is moving forward with a package of measures that had been held up while General Prayut was suspended pending the ruling of the Constitutional Court. Under one of the plans, entertainment places would be able to stay open until 4 in the morning. Because of the restrictions that are now in place, it is projected that Thailand suffers a daily loss of approximately 70 million baht, which is equivalent to $2 million USD. Between the hours of 1 and 4 in the morning, tourists spend the majority of their money. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the minister of tourism and sports, stated that the measures will follow the practices that were in place before the pandemic. The “Booster Shot” tourism stimulus scheme, which would cost 1 billion baht and still needs…

Officials expect e-visas will help India become the next million-tourist destination. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) anticipates an increase in the number of Indian tourists as more airlines build new routes between India and Thailand. To meet demand, Tier-2 Indian cities are increasing flights to Thailand. Last month, more than 500,000 Indians visited Thailand. This year, 561-656 Indians have entered the kingdom, according to the Bangkok Post. The fourth quarter of 2022 is anticipated to see an increase in the number of tourists visiting Thailand. The India Business Travel Trade Agency monitors societal sentiment. 66% of Indians prefer Thailand as their short-haul destination of choice. By facilitating visas, the TAT seeks to attract Asian markets such as India. e-Visas are vital, according to the Deputy Governor for Asia and the South Pacific at TAT. Adopting e-visas will facilitate travel from short-haul countries to Thailand. Covid-19 brought a halt to…