Thai News

Songkran Festival Celebration: The Thai government has announced that the celebration of Songkran, recognized as a heritage festival, will last for three weeks, from April 1 to April 21, 2024. This is a significant extension of the celebration, which could attract more tourists to the country and offer them a unique experience of participating in this cultural event.

Increase in the number of Russians traveling abroad: In 2023, the number of Russians traveling abroad increased by 17% compared to 2022, while the number of tourist trips increased by 35%. Thailand remains one of the popular destinations for Russian tourists, which emphasizes its attractiveness as a tourist destination.

Demand for trips to Thailand: Demand for trips to Thailand this year is higher than last year’s figures. It is expected that prices for tours will begin to decline no earlier than April. With so many airlines available, tourists prefer to buy their own air tickets and only book ground accommodation.

Awards for projects from Moscow: Three projects from Moscow were awarded at the International Exhibition of Intellectual Property, Inventions, Innovations and Technologies IPITEX, held in the capital of Thailand, Bangkok. This highlights the contribution and significance of Russian innovation in the international arena, and also strengthens cultural and technological ties between Russia and Thailand.

These updates reflect interesting trends and developments related to Thailand and international relations, including cultural celebrations, tourism flows and innovative collaborations.