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29/05/2026

Blog: How to enjoy Responsible Travel: Lessons from the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference Phuket 🇹🇭💚

Why the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference (GSTC) left Little Wandering Wren thinking differently about travel. Find out more here: https://www.littlewanderingwren.com/how-to-enjoy-responsible-travel-lessons-from-the-global-sustainable-tourism-conference-phuket/

How to enjoy responsible travel, key takeaways and lessons from attending the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference GSTC Phuket in Thailand.

29/05/2026

Events & Festivals: Celebrate Pride Month 2026 in Thailand with vibrant events nationwide that embrace diversity, equality, and inclusion. Join the colourful festivities at Bangkok Pride, Chiang Mai Pride Festival 2026, Loei Pride Month 2026, and Krabi Pride 2026, alongside many other celebrations across the country. 🏳️‍🌈

Read more: https://www.tatnews.org/2026/05/pride-month-festivals-2026-in-thailand/

22/05/2026

The Golden Backlot: Why Thailand Remains Hollywood's Premier Cinematic Canvas 🇹🇭

From the mist-shrouded limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay to the neon-drenched arteries of Bangkok, Thailand has long served as a chameleon for the global film industry. It is a land where the landscape itself is a character, capable of portraying anything from an untouched prehistoric paradise to a gritty, thrilling urban adventure.

As Thailand improves its infrastructure and financial incentives, it has secured its position not just as a scenic backdrop but as a world-class production hub.

Top-Grossing Foreign Films Filmed in Thailand:
▪The Beach (2000) – Firmly putting southern Thailand on every set-jetting itinerary
▪The Hangover Part II (2011) – The highest-grossing R-rated comedy of its time
▪The Impossible (2012) – Recreating the 2004 tsunami in Khao Lak
▪Lost in Thailand (2012) – A massive Chinese blockbuster that sparked a tourism boom

Read more: https://www.tatnews.org/2026/05/the-golden-backlot/

22/05/2026

News Update: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) advises foreign visitors that Thailand’s Cabinet has approved the revision of the 60-day visa exemption scheme, which has been in place since July 2024. The revised entry conditions will apply 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette.

Until the revised measures take effect, current entry conditions remain in place. Once implemented, countries and territories previously covered by the 60-day scheme will revert to the entry conditions applicable before the programme was introduced.

Read more: https://www.tatnews.org/2026/05/thai-cabinet-approves-revision-of-60-day-visa-exemption-scheme-pending-royal-gazette-publication/

TAT advises foreign visitors that Thailand’s 60-day visa exemption scheme will end, with revised entry conditions taking effect after Royal Gazette notice.

22/05/2026

🏆Winner Announcement🏆

Thank you everyone for participating in "LE LIVE x Amazing Thailand GIVEAWAY". Here are 3 lucky winners - Congratulations 🥳

🥇1st Prize: (IG) win 4 nights at Katathani Phuket Beach Resort (Deluxe Room + breakfast for two)
🥈2nd Prize: Keshnil Chand (FB) win 2 nights at Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club (Cool Pool View Room + breakfast for two)
🥉3rd Prize: (IG) win a Monopoly Phuket limited edition board game

Team 🇹🇭

✨ LE LIVE x Amazing Thailand GIVEAWAY ✨

Win a luxury Thailand stay or our Monopoly Phuket limited edition board game! Simply visit our booth at LE Live and you’ll know this!

QUESTION: What’s one responsible choice you’d make to help keep Thailand beautiful?

Prizes
▪ 4 nights at Katathani Phuket Beach Resort (Deluxe Room + breakfast for two)
▪ 2 nights at Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club (Cool Pool View Room + breakfast for two)
▪ 1 Monopoly Phuket limited edition board game

⏰ Competition Closes: 17 May 2026, 6pm AEST
📅 Winners announced: 22 May 2026

👉 How to Enter
1. Follow us
2. Like this post
3. Comment your answer
4. Tag a travel buddy ✈️

Bonus entry on Instagram:

T&Cs:
▪️ This giveaway is open to participants who attend our booth at LE Live
▪️ Australian residents only
▪️ Prizes sent to Australian addresses
▪️ Facebook and Instagram entries accepted
▪️ Winners chosen at random
▪️ Our decision is final

Thanks to Katathani Phuket Beach Resort and Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club

Team 🇹🇭

15/05/2026

✨ LE LIVE x Amazing Thailand GIVEAWAY ✨

Win a luxury Thailand stay or our Monopoly Phuket limited edition board game! Simply visit our booth at LE Live and you’ll know this!

QUESTION: What’s one responsible choice you’d make to help keep Thailand beautiful?

Prizes
▪ 4 nights at Katathani Phuket Beach Resort (Deluxe Room + breakfast for two)
▪ 2 nights at Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club (Cool Pool View Room + breakfast for two)
▪ 1 Monopoly Phuket limited edition board game

⏰ Competition Closes: 17 May 2026, 6pm AEST
📅 Winners announced: 22 May 2026

👉 How to Enter
1. Follow us
2. Like this post
3. Comment your answer
4. Tag a travel buddy ✈️

Bonus entry on Instagram:

T&Cs:
▪️ This giveaway is open to participants who attend our booth at LE Live
▪️ Australian residents only
▪️ Prizes sent to Australian addresses
▪️ Facebook and Instagram entries accepted
▪️ Winners chosen at random
▪️ Our decision is final

Thanks to Katathani Phuket Beach Resort and Avani Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club

Team 🇹🇭

11/05/2026

Chasing Sunsets on Thailand’s Royal Blossom 🚂

The Royal Blossom isn’t just a new train; it’s a rebirth. These carriages began their life as the legendary Hamanasu express in Japan, the last regular overnight train to traverse the undersea Seikan Tunnel between Hokkaido and Honshu. After being retired in 2016, they were gifted to the State Railway of Thailand (SRT), where they underwent a remarkable transformation.

Thai artisans replaced the utilitarian Japanese seating with custom-upholstered velvet and lined the interiors with cedar wood from the north, hand-polished until it gleamed. The original signage was swapped for delicate Thai script and intricate gold embellishments, and the exteriors were repainted in a regal cherry and gold to reflect the colours of royal processions. Small carvings of lotus blossoms and traditional motifs now accent the doorways, blending Japanese engineering with unmistakable Thai craftsmanship - creating a space that would make even Wes Anderson’s production designers blush.

Inside, the transition from “commuter” to “luxury” is seamless. The interiors are a masterclass in tactile comfort: plush velvet seats in warm hues, cedar-wood panels that lend the air a faint, earthy fragrance, and - most importantly - massive, panoramic windows. These aren’t just windows; they are wide-angle lenses through which the Thai countryside becomes a living gallery.

Read more: https://www.tatnews.org/2026/04/chasing-sunsets-on-thailands-royal-blossom/

11/05/2026

Longevity tourism has evolved into a focused quest to maximize health span (years lived in good health) rather than mere longevity, and Thailand leads the world in integrating medical innovation and cultural wisdom. With a rapidly ageing society, the country is embracing proactive health management, including tailored nutrition, regular checkups, and mental well-being to manage chronic diseases and daily ailments.

Thailand’s diverse regions address varied longevity objectives. Geographic and cultural distinctions support targeted rejuvenation strategies for visitors.

▪Bangkok is considered the Precision Hub, offering high-level medical interventions such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy, individualized stem cell applications, and ozone therapy, accessible within its urban environment.

▪Chiang Mai, situated in the northern region, is recognized for promoting slow living. Wellness resorts, including Aleenta Retreat, combine mindfulness, forest bathing, and modern physiotherapy to support both retirees and professionals seeking nervous system restoration.

▪Hua Hin and Ko Samui feature established wellness resorts such as Chiva-Som and Kamalaya. These facilities combine hospitality with biohacking amenities, such as cold plunges and infrared saunas, promoting longevity in a resort setting.

▪Phuket is home to some of the world’s finest beaches, which serve as the backdrop for biohacking retreats offering advanced treatments such as NAD+ therapy, stem cell rejuvenation, and biological age testing.

Read more: https://www.tatnews.org/2026/05/going-for-the-long-game-how-thailand-is-redefining-longevity-tourism/

11/05/2026

Save these 5 simple checklists for a slow-life getaway the whole family will love ❤

✅ Places Flat, shaded, and wheelchair-accessible—skip the stairs and strong sun
✅ Getting there Under 3 hours, with clean rest stops along the way
✅ Pacing 1–2 spots per day, with time to pause and recharge
✅ Activities Gentle and scenic—boat rides, tram tours, cafés, or a relaxing spa
✅ Food Open, airy restaurants with comfortable seating and easy-to-digest dishes

Planning a trip for older loved ones? Keep it easy, comfortable, and enjoyable for everyone 👴🧓✨
Save these 5 simple checklists for a slow-life getaway the whole family will love
✅ Places Flat, shaded, and wheelchair-accessible—skip the stairs and strong sun
✅ Getting there Under 3 hours, with clean rest stops along the way
✅ Pacing 1–2 spots per day, with time to pause and recharge
✅ Activities Gentle and scenic—boat rides, tram tours, cafés, or a relaxing spa
✅ Food Open, airy restaurants with comfortable seating and easy-to-digest dishes

Know a great slow-travel spot or a wheelchair-friendly stay?
Share it with us below 👇

จะพาผู้ใหญ่เที่ยวทั้งที จัดทริปยังไงให้ท่านเที่ยว อย่างสบายใจและกาย 👴🧓✨
เซฟ 5 เช็กลิสต์นี้ไว้ แพลนทริป Slow Life ให้แฮปปี้กันทั้งครอบครัว!

✅ "สถานที่" ทางราบ วีลแชร์ไปถึง เลี่ยงบันไดและแดดจัด
✅ "การเดินทาง" นั่งรถไม่เกิน 3 ชม. มีจุดพักและห้องน้ำสะอาดเป็นระยะ
✅ "เวลา" เที่ยวชิล ๆ วันละ 1-2 ที่ เผื่อเวลาให้ท่านนั่งพัก
✅ "กิจกรรม" เน้นนั่งชมวิว (ล่องเรือ, รถราง) แวะคาเฟ่ หรือสปา
✅ "อาหาร" ร้านโปร่งโล่ง นั่งสบาย เมนูอร่อยย่อยง่าย

บ้านไหนมีพิกัดเที่ยวชิลๆ หรือที่พักแบบ Wheelchair Friendly
คอมเมนต์ป้ายยาเพื่อนๆ กันได้เลย 👇

#เที่ยวไทยวัยเก๋า #ทริปครอบครัว #เที่ยวไทย