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24/01/2025

Exploring Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine Park and Ko Samui’s hidden gems 🏝

Samui is not only about tourist attractions and facilities, it also has a rural life and a plethora of hidden gems 💎

Find out more: https://bit.ly/2TcCzsE

23/01/2025

News Update: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to advise tourists on the opening/closed status of Thailand’s national parks, to ensure they can best enjoy the picturesque natural beauty and abundant flora and fauna on offer around the country.

Read more: https://www.tatnews.org/2025/01/annual-seasonal-opening-closure-of-attractions-of-thailands-national-park-system/

TAT advises tourists on Thailand's national park closures due to weather and safety conditions. Check park statuses before planning your visit.

23/01/2025

Thai Food Delights: Nam Tok Moo 😋

Nam Tok Moo is a Thai dish made with grilled pork, served with a spicy dipping sauce that’s sour, salty, and a little bit smoky. It’s often eaten with fresh veggies to balance the flavours. Simple and delicious!

22/01/2025

News Update: Thailand’s marriage equality law set to spark tourism boom 🏳️‍🌈

Thailand is now the first country in Southeast Asia to legalise same-sex marriage! Starting 23 January, couples can register their marriage at district offices across Thailand or at Thai embassies worldwide. This historic milestone is set to boost Thailand's tourism industry, making it an even hotter destination for weddings, honeymoons, and LGBTQ+ travellers. Curious about what this means for travel professionals?

Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3DZwXt2

22/01/2025

Events & Festivals: Join us for an unforgettable 3-day celebration of culture, food, music and arts at The Artistry 2025 and indulge your taste buds with a symphony of global flavours and enjoy array of Thailand’s authentic culinary offering at The Thai SELECT Food Village. 🇹🇭

🗓 7-9 February 2025 (Fri 5 PM - 10 PM, Sat & Sun 2 PM - 10 PM)
📍 Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour
🎟️ Free Entry

Find out more details: https://www.darlingharbour.com/whats-on/events/the-artistry-festival?

Thai Trade Sydney

21/01/2025

What is your favourite place in Thailand? We'd love to hear your opinion. 💓

21/01/2025

Events & Festivals: The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) unveiled a spectacular Chinese New Year lighting ceremony at The Chinatown Gate (Royal Jubilee Gate), Odeon Circle, on 19 January 2025. Celebrating 50 years of Thai-Chinese diplomatic ties, the event marks the start of the Chinese New Year festivities at Yaowarat Road, from 19 January to 9 February 2025.

Read more: https://www.tatnews.org/2025/01/grand-chinese-new-year-2025-lighting-ceremony-at-yaowarat-road/

Experience the Grand Chinese New Year 2025 at Yaowarat Road. Celebrate 50 years of Thai-Chinese relations with dazzling lights and vibrant performances.

20/01/2025

Have you ever visited Thailand's largest island?

Located in the Andaman Sea, Phuket covers an area of approximately 543 square kilometres. Phuket is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, luxury resorts, and rich cultural heritage. The island is also home to a number of natural attractions, such as national parks, waterfalls, and scenic viewpoints.

17/01/2025

Trying Traditional Thai Massage 🇹🇭

Traditional Thai Massage is a healing practice that combines acupressure, stretching, and yoga-like movements. It uses hands, elbows, knees, and feet to apply pressure along the body’s energy lines. It helps improve flexibility, relieve tension, reduce stress, and boost circulation, providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience.

17/01/2025

Exploring Kiew Mae Pan 🌅

Located in Chiang Mai, Kiew Mae Pan is a must-see trail in Doi Inthanon National Park. This 3km hike takes you through lush forests to a breathtaking viewpoint with stunning mountain views. The best time to visit this place is from November to February.

16/01/2025

Events & Festivals: Make history with us! Join the celebration at Marriage Equality Day on 23 January 2025, from 10 AM to 10 PM at Paragon Hall, 5th Floor, Siam Paragon. Witness 1,448 couples take a monumental step towards love and equality! 🏳️‍🌈

Find out more details: www.bangkokpride.org

16/01/2025

Northern Thailand’s Hidden Gems: Authentic Adventures Await 💎

While Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai are well-known destinations, the region is brimming with lesser-explored gems waiting to be uncovered. Here’s a guide to some of Northern Thailand’s hidden treasures that will take your journey to the next level.

Read more: https://www.tatnews.org/2024/12/northern-thailands-hidden-gems-authentic-adventures-await/

Explore Northern Thailand's hidden gems, from Phrae's historic charm to Nan's tranquil beauty. Unearth cultural, natural, and culinary treasures on your journey.

15/01/2025

Thai Food Delights: Miang Kham Bua Luang

Miang Kham Bua Luang is a traditional Thai snack consisting of a variety of ingredients such as dried coconut, peanuts, lime, ginger, shallots, and a sweet-savoury sauce, all wrapped in a betel leaf. It is typically eaten in one bite, offering a balance of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy flavours. The snack is popular in Thailand and represents unique aspect of Thai cuisine.

14/01/2025

There are many things to do in Thailand. What's your favourite memory in Thailand?

13/01/2025

Have you ever visited Thailand's largest national park?

Kaeng Krachan National Park is Thailand’s largest national park, covering around 2,915 square kilometres in the western part of the country, mainly in Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan. Known for its rich biodiversity, it features dense rainforests, mountainous terrain, and large reservoirs. The park is home to a wide range of wildlife, including tigers, elephants, and gibbons, making it a key conservation area.

In 2021, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Tropical Rainforest Heritage of the Southwestern Thailand. It's a popular destination for eco-tourism, offering opportunities for hiking, wildlife watching, and birdwatching.

13/01/2025

🏆Winner Announcement🏆

Thank you for participating in our giveaway campaign. Here are 10 lucky winners from Facebook and Instagram.

- Greg Wild
- John May
- Louise Brown
- Lee-Ann Olley
- Christine Blackman
- Jody Smith
- Paul Mitchell
- Vince Terranova
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We’ll use our official account to contact you directly. Please be aware of scammer!

Cheers,
Team 🇹🇭

✨GIVEAWAY✨

We’re excited to give away 10 Amazing Thailand Calendars to 10 lucky winners. Simply answer the question in the comment below.

QUESTION: What Thai phrase do you think is the most essential for travellers to learn?

T&Cs:
▪️This giveaway is open to Australian-based residents. Prize will be posted to Australian address only.
▪️Entries are also open on our Instagram .
▪️Entries are closed on 12 January 2025 5PM AEDT
▪️The winners will be announced on 13 January 2025 on Hug Thailand FB Page.
▪️Our decision is final.

11/01/2025

Greetings from Thailand's Sunshine ☀

Doi Phu Kha National Park is a beautiful and less-visited park in Northern Thailand, located in Nan. It’s a great place to enjoy untouched nature, visit traditional hill tribe villages, and see rare animals. This makes it a perfect spot for eco-tourism and outdoor activities.