by admin | Aug 15, 2025 | culture, design, events and festivals, festivals, thailand
Prepare yourself to feel the artistic pulse of southern Thailand with the return of Pakk Taii Design Week 2025 (PTDW2025), now in its third year, taking place from August 28 to September 7 in the historic town center of Songkhla and the Hat Yai area within Songkhla Province.
Hosted by the Creative Economy Agency, this year’s gathering is centered around the theme “South Paradise: Come To The South And Recharge To Heaven.” Crafted as a sanctuary for peace, artistic expression, and genuine interaction, the festival unites artists from 14 southern regions in an impactful tribute to local heritage and progress.
The PTDW2025 initiative seeks to present southern Thailand not only as a tourist spot but also as a hub for culture and creativity, offering a peaceful retreat where individuals can discover tranquility, motivation, and fresh viewpoints.
Amidst the current era defined by unpredictability, financial turbulence, environmental issues, and evolving international regulations, the yearning for a more deliberate and significant way of living has reached an all-time high. In response to this deep-seated wish, the festival offers an extensive, multifaceted lineup that highlights the transformative potential of artistic expression in fostering recovery and development.
Spanning Southern food, modern handicrafts, design, clothing, buildings, and melodies, guests will experience a dynamic mix of regional creativity through displays, shows, discussions, hands-on sessions, escorted visits, and an energetic artisan marketplace.
The event this year strongly highlights cooperation among the public and private sectors, local communities, and artists.
By offering engaging programs centered around four main experiences — Times of Peace, The Practice of Unwinding, Spaces That Revitalize, and Areas Free from Anxiety — the gathering encourages participants to consider how architecture and cultural elements contribute to individual health and long-term economic development.
The historical district of Songkla Old Town will act as an essential location for this journey, where ancient alleys are turned into areas reflecting the region’s rich diversity and progressive future.
A key attraction at PTDW2025 is the South Destress Main Pavilion, an open area designed to help guests reconnect with happiness via hands-on displays and presentations highlighting local enterprises and community assets.
In the meantime, the 14 City Potential Space will showcase the finest offerings from every province using the perspectives of traditional skills, gourmet cuisine, creative design, and sustainability awareness. At the South Market, visitors can discover distinctive items and innovations from both new and experienced business owners, while exclusive joint initiatives will highlight groundbreaking collaborations among regional artists, academic organizations, and international connections.
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by admin | Aug 13, 2025 | asia, thailand, tourist attractions, travel destinations, travel in asia
The digital travel company Agoda has announced that Bangkok has been recognized as the top repeat destination in Asia for the second year in a row, according to bookings made during the first six months of 2025.
The city keeps drawing visitors with its vibrant atmosphere, exceptional food scene, and famous sights like the Grand Palace and Wat Arun.
The top five were completed by Tokyo, Seoul, Bali, and Osaka.
Thailand topped the list, with four additional locations — Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, and Hat Yai — also appearing within the top 10.
This underscores the nation’s broad attractiveness and varied geographical characteristics.
Other entries on the list are Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru (Malaysia), Da Nang (Vietnam), and Hong Kong.
As per Agoda, numerous travelers come back to discover hidden sights, visit beloved places, or experience the ease of known environments.
Strikingly, many users revisited these locations multiple times within only six months.
Akaporn Rodkong, Agoda’s representative in Thailand, mentioned that returning visitors serve as a clear sign of a location’s enduring attractiveness.
She further stated that Bangkok’s ongoing prosperity stems from its vibrant culture, exceptional cuisine, and effective partnership between the travel industry and governmental bodies.
The Thai Tourism Authority (TAT) is launching specific promotions designed to draw additional tourists from major sources such as India, China, Malaysia, Laos, and Vietnam.
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by admin | Apr 10, 2025 | disasters, news, safety, thailand, tourists
The Thai authorities have told visitors they can still come without worry as last week’s fatal quake in nearby Myanmar, which led to extensive destruction throughout portions of Southeast Asia including Bangkok, does not pose a threat.
“Travel, accommodations, and events continue as usual. Safety inspections are being conducted continuously to ensure security. Key locations are monitored by tourist police,” stated Thailand’s Tourism Minister Sorawong Thienthong in a government update posted on X, previously called Twitter.
Authorities have stated that no tourists sustained injuries and no popular tourist locations in Thailand were impacted by the earthquake.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand promptly addressed the worries by releasing a statement on Saturday asserting that the conditions in Bangkok were back to normal.
“Enterprises have restarted their activities, and tourist sites along with multiple convention centers are operating normally. Nevertheless, ongoing evaluations will be conducted to guarantee optimal safety measures,” stated TAT via social media platforms.
“Accommodation facilities, dining establishments, and leisure spots continue their regular operations without disruption, and transportation services are running normally. Therefore, there’s no cause for travelers to cancel their trip arrangements,” stated Anil Punjabi, who serves as a member of the national executive committee at the Travel Agents’ Federation of India (TAFI), according to reports.
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Thai officials also mentioned that well-known locations like Phuket, Pattaya, and other tourist spots were unaffected by the earthquake.
The number of fatalities in Bangkok increased to 17 following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit central Myanmar on Friday.
significant tremors were clearly experienced in Bangkok, the capital city.
and
other parts of Vietnam
and China.
A number of international visitors in Bangkok experienced unsettling moments when seismic activity made tall buildings sway, created cracks in walls, and even led to water spilling out of rooftop pools.
From January through mid-March, Thailand saw an influx of 8.3 million international tourists, marking a rise of 3.9% compared to the same period last year. By the close of this year, the nation aims for between 39 to 40 million overseas visitors.
by admin | Apr 3, 2025 | asia, international relations, politics, politics and government, thailand
Bangkok
[
Thailand
On April 3 (ANI), Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India’s dedication to
ASEAN
cooperation in unity within the Indo-Pacific region whilst reinforcing relationships
Thailand
, stating that
Thailand
occupies a “unique position” within India’s strategic outlook for the area, significantly contributing to India’s ‘Look East’ initiative as well as the wider Indo-Pacific strategy.
He further stressed that India supports “progressivism, not expansionism.”
“India fully supports
ASEAN
unity and
ASEAN
In the Indo-Pacific region, we both advocate for a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based order. We adhere to a policy focused on development rather than expansion.”
PM Modi
said.
Underlining
Thailand
‘a special spot,” the PM stated, ”
Thailand
holds a significant position within India’s ‘Act East’ policy and our Indo-Pacific strategy. Today, we have chosen to elevate our relationship into Strategic Partnerships. Additionally, we talked about setting up a ‘Strategic Dialogue’ among security organizations.
“We conveyed our thanks to the Government of
Thailand
“For the assistance they provided in repatriating Indian victims of cybercrime back to India,” he added.
PM Modi
Additionally, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra engaged in bilateral discussions aimed at enhancing collaboration across multiple fields such as tourism, culture, and commerce.
We have highlighted collaboration in areas such as tourism, culture, and education among the North-Eastern states of India.
Thailand
We discussed boosting reciprocal trade, investments, and business exchanges. Additionally, agreements were established to collaborate on MSMEs, textiles, and crafts.
PM Modi
said.
The Prime Minister additionally expressed gratitude
Thailand
For honoring his visit with a special postage stamp. “I am thankful to the government of
Thailand
For releasing a special commemorative postage stamp inspired by the 18th-century Ramayana mural paintings to mark my visit, Prime Minister Shinawatra has just handed me the Tripitaka. On behalf of Buddhist India, I received it respectfully with both hands,” he said.
Meanwhile, during his speech,
PM Modi
also emphasized the strong cultural and spiritual connections between India and
Thailand
“The ancient bonds between India and
Thailand
are interconnected through our rich cultural and spiritual heritage. The dissemination of Buddhism has united our peoples. Scholars have exchanged knowledge between Ayutthaya and Nalanda. The tale of the Ramayana is firmly rooted in Thai folklore, with traces of Sanskrit and Pali evident in the language and customs even now,” he observed.
PM Modi
showed gratitude to hisThai colleague for the hospitable reception inthe nation.” “Engaged ina fruitful conversationwithPrime MinisterPaetongtarnShinawatra during my visit.”
Bangkok
Some time back, thank you to the Thai people and government for their gracious reception. Additionally, I conveyed my support following the recent earthquake in Thailand. India’s ‘Look East Policy’ continues to be a cornerstone of our regional strategy.
Thailand
“‘s ‘Act West Policy’ complement each other effectively, opening up numerous opportunities for bilateral collaboration across various sectors,” he stated in a post on X.
He additionally highlighted major domains for security and defense collaboration. “Our talks centered around methods to further strengthen the strategic partnership between India and”
Thailand
The topics covered strategic matters like defense, security, maritime safety, and hydrography. Additionally, we reinforced our pledge to collaborate in tackling threats such as terrorism, money laundering, and more.
PM Modi
stated.
Within the same X post thread,
PM Modi
highlighted the significance of enhancing commercial relationships with
Thailand
.
“India and
Thailand
Are eager to bolster their economic and trade relationships. During my conversation with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, we discussed the strong cooperation between our nations in areas such as agriculture, small and medium-sized businesses, maritime affairs, financial technology, and aerospace. We also emphasized the importance of cultural connections in our talks,” he stated.
Thailand
PM also presented PM Narendra Modi with sacred texts: the World Tripitaka, in Pali. This particular version of the Tripitaka was released by the Thai government in 2016 to mark the reign of King Rama IX and Queen Sirikit.
Following this,
PM Modi
, through a tweet on X, conveyed his appreciation and stated, “This was an exceptionally kind act! I’m deeply thankful to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for presenting me with a copy of the Tipitaka in Pali. The language itself is truly elegant, encapsulating the core principles of Lord Buddha’s teachings. You will recall that our administration granted classical language status to Pali recently. This move has been celebrated globally and has spurred further interest in studying and researching this tongue.”
Earlier today, according to an official announcement from the Prime Minister’s Office,
PM Modi
saw an “enhancing” rendition of Thailand’s version of the epic poem Ramayana, known as Ramakien,
Bangkok
.
In an earlier post on X, he mentioned, “This cultural connection is unparalleled! I had the chance to see a mesmerizing rendition of Thailand’s version of the Ramayana called Ramakien. This event was genuinely enlightening as it vividly highlighted the common cultural and civilizational bonds linking India and”
Thailand
The Ramayana genuinely keeps bringing together hearts and customs throughout numerous regions of Asia.”
PM Modi
is in
Bangkok
At the invitation of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for an official visit and participation in the sixth BIMSTEC Summit. Upon finishing his commitments in
Thailand
,, he plans to travel to Sri Lanka between April 4 and April 6. As stated by the PMO,
PM Modi
His forthcoming trip to Sri Lanka comes after President Disanayake’s visit to India last December. (ANI)
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by admin | Mar 24, 2025 | racing, sports, thailand, tournaments, tours
The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Cup Tour of Thailand 2025 is set to start on Monday with the men’s competition in Sa Kaeo.
The event, which will run until April 2, will take place in nine districts of Sa Kaeo with a total distance of 1,071.21km.
The inaugural stage on Monday will begin and end in Aranyaprathet, covering a total distance of 121.42 kilometers. The opening ceremony, which will be attended by Sa Kaeo Governor Parinya Photisat, is scheduled for 8 am.
The Tour of Thailand has announced plans to participate in celebrating Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 70th birthday on April 2nd. The race this year will take place across prominent tourist destinations such as the Sdok Kok Thom Historical Park, Pang Sida National Park, and Rong Kluea Market, according to General Decha Hemkrasri, who serves as the president of the Thai Cycling Association (TCA).
Thanakarn Chaiyasombat, representing the Thailand Continental Cycling team, stated, “I’m prepared for this event. My teammates and I have put in extensive training sessions. Recently, we competed against numerous formidable teams from both Europe and Asia during the Tour of Taiwan, and many of these squads will also join us in the upcoming Tour of Thailand. Every participating team boasts considerable strength, making this contest highly thrilling.”
“I hope the supporters will encourage both the male and female teams. We will strive to perform our best,” he said additionally.
A fellow Thai rider, Peerapol Chaochiangkwang, stated, “The Tour of Taiwan served as a preparatory event for our team. Although it was rather chilly in Taiwan, the climate here in Thailand is extremely warm; however, it’s not as scorching as it was last year. Most of the courses consist of flat terrain, yet the challenge lies in strong winds and stages being shorter than usual. Nonetheless, our objective is to secure at least the title of the top ASEAN cyclist. We aim to perform our absolute best in this contest.”
The male competition consists of six phases and concludes on March 29. The female contest, comprising three stages, will take place from March 31 to April 2.
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by admin | Mar 24, 2025 | asia, education, educational systems, public education, thailand
The Office of the Education Council (OEC) has dismissed a report that ranked Thailand’s educational system lower than those of most other ASEAN nations, stating that the rankings lacked concrete evidence and did not accurately depict the present circumstances.
According to the 2025 education rankings from World Population Review, a site focused on demographic information, Thailand ranks 107th out of 203 nations surveyed and falls behind most Southeast Asian neighbors. The top-ranking ASEAN country is Singapore at position 11, followed by Brunei at 47, Indonesia at 67, Vietnam at 53, the Philippines at 71, Malaysia at 89, and Laos at 102. Among all ASEAN members, only Myanmar and Cambodia have worse placements than Thailand.
The top ranking went to South Korea, with Denmark and the Netherlands following closely behind.
Associate Professor Prawit Erawan, who serves as the secretary-general of the OEC, stated that the rankings were at odds with the information cited from the yearly Best Countries Report compiled by US News and World Report, BAV Group, and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
The report encompassed 73 nations and placed Thailand at 48th position, ranking third within ASEAN after Singapore at 22nd and Malaysia at 37th. Laos and Brunei did not appear in the listings.
Mr. Prawit stated that The World Population Review didn’t provide additional details about the rankings. Therefore, claiming that Thailand was at the lower end might be premature and should be examined and understood with caution.
He mentioned that additional data displayed on the site included the literacy rates per country as of 2021, failing to capture the present circumstances.
The OEC has been carrying out its independent evaluation of literacy rates among Thai individuals who are 15 years old and above. According to him, the preliminary literacy rate stood at 99%, which is the highest within ASEAN. The definitive outcomes will be released towards the end of this month.
Mr. Prawit stated that every organization has its distinct objectives and roles. Individuals ought to concentrate on the literacy rates since they provide a clearer indication of the comparative strengths and weaknesses of different countries.
Mr. Prawit mentioned that the World Population Review rankings highlighted the necessity for Thailand to remain vigilant and take decisive action regarding issues within its educational framework and strive for further development of the sector.
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