Thailand-based Pinoy MMA fighter wins 2 events in Bangkok

Rockie was first featured on PinoyThaiyo in 2016 when he was 17. Congratulations Rockie!

Hua Lamphong station to close on December 23

Hua Lamphong station will be tentatively closed on December 23 as the Transport Ministry plans to move all rail services to the new Bang Sue Grand Station

Giant telecoms True & DTAC to merge

Telecom firms Total Access Communication Plc (DTAC) and True Corporation Plc have agreed to merge, to pursue new tech business and raise venture capital for startups.

Thailand speeds up vaccination with aim to achieve 100 million administered doses by end of November

With the government having set a new COVID-19 vaccination target to see 100 million doses administered by the end of November, the prime minister has asked all parties to encourage people to come forth to receive their shots.

Festivals and events in Thailand’s ‘Blue Zone’ destinations during November-December 2021

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is highlighting multiple festivals and events scheduled to take place in the 17 Blue Zone destinations during November and December 2021, to help enrich the Amazing Thailand travel experience for visitors under the Sandbox programme.

Updated arrival and quarantine procedures in the Philippines as of November 17

Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation, PAL and the Philippine Government have issued precautionary measures, mandatory protocols and requirements for travelers. For passengers in international flights to the Philippines, please be guided on new arrival and quarantine procedures in Bohol, Cebu, Clark, Davao, Laoag, Manila, and Subic.

Philippines to welcome fully vaccinated tourists from ‘green’ countries

The Philippines will soon open its shores to fully vaccinated tourists coming from "green" countries, territories or jurisdictions tagged as low risk for COVID-19, the national pandemic response task force announced on Friday.

Thailand Pass registration website

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has provided a registration website for Thailand Pass through only one URL, which is https://tp.consular.go.th/

PM Prayut wishes Thais happy, healthy Loy Krathong

The Prime Minister wishes Thai people a safe, happy, and healthy Loy Krathong festival, as people across the country are expected to come out and celebrate this special occasion.

Where to celebrate Loi Krathong Festival 2021 in Thailand

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is highlighting multiple Loi Krathong Festival 2021 celebrations in unique locations up and down the country to celebrate one of Thailand’s oldest and most colourful traditions.

Thailand seeks 65 million COVID-19 jabs in 2022

Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha said the government has already signed contracts with vaccine suppliers to procure 65 million doses for 2022.

Thailand performs first successful acardiac twin surgery

Surgeons at Srinagarind Hospital, of Khon Kaen University, have performed Thailand’s first and successful surgery on a case of acardiac twins (twin reversed arterial perfusion or TRAP sequence) to save the two foetuses from developing heart failure.

Bangkok expects to vaccinate 100% of capital’s residents this year

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) expects to have fully vaccinated the city’s population by New Year, Bangkok Governor Aswin Kwanmuang said on Tuesday.

ALIN CARGO launches new pick-up, booking system

Here’s the Alin Cargo Express Thailand official pickup and booking system.

Thai gov’t satisfied with first 2 weeks of country reopening

Around 40,000 foreign visitors have already entered Thailand since the launch of a quarantine-free program for vaccinated travelers on November 1.

Bangkok now allows restaurants, eateries to serve alcoholic beverages

More restaurants and eateries will be allowed to serve alcoholic beverages from Tuesday, after the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) agreed to lift restrictions at venues certified by the Department of Health.