Thailand has scrapped its controversial afternoon alcohol ban just days after it began. The U-turn comes after industry backlash, with a new pilot scheme allowing sales from 2pm to 5pm starting in December.
Karla Drescher, 47, died after drinking and having sex with German tourist Perry Shamiri. Read the full tragic story of her final hours in Thailand.
Thailand has implemented strict new alcohol rules, with fines up to £235 for violations. Learn how this affects your holiday and where you can still drink.
Two British tourists face hefty fines after being caught drinking alcohol during Thailand's sacred Buddhist holiday, highlighting strict local laws travellers often overlook.
Major travel disruption looms as EU's biometric border system launches in October. Dover and Eurotunnel face potential 14-hour queues while airports brace for passenger delays.
Breathtaking photographs reveal Thailand's ancient lantern festivals transforming night skies into rivers of light as thousands celebrate renewal and hope.
A British spiritual teacher faces serious charges in Thailand after police raided his tantric massage workshop during the famous Koh Phangan Full Moon Party celebrations.
Hong Kong authorities warn citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Bangkok after deadly shopping mall shooting raises safety concerns across Southeast Asia.
An Australian man faces serious legal consequences after being arrested for allegedly shoplifting sunglasses worth £150 from a luxury mall in Bangkok, turning his dream holiday into a potential prison sentence.
A British man has been found dead in a hotel water tank in Thailand, triggering a major investigation and serious contamination concerns for guests.
UK government updates Thailand travel advice amid escalating violence and security concerns. Essential reading for anyone planning a trip to the Land of Smiles.
Severe flooding devastates Thailand's historic Hoi An, forcing tourist evacuations and raising urgent climate concerns for Southeast Asia's tourism industry.
Discover how one disillusioned British couple traded the grey skies of Britain for a sun-drenched new life in Thailand, finding happiness and financial freedom far from home.
Taiwan's Eva Air makes travel history with groundbreaking year-round direct flights from London Heathrow to Thailand's tropical island paradise of Phuket, starting March 2025.
A 31-year-old British mother's bucket list trip to Thailand ends in tragedy as she mysteriously collapses and dies, leaving family desperate for answers about what happened in Koh Samui.
UK holidaymakers heading to Thailand face severe penalties as new alcohol restrictions come into force. Discover how these strict laws could impact your tropical getaway and wallet.
Thailand's FDA issues urgent warning after laboratory tests reveal potentially harmful substances in widely-used herbal inhalers, prompting product recalls and consumer safety concerns.
Essential guide for tourists visiting Thailand during the official mourning period for Queen Sirikit, including dress codes, entertainment restrictions, and cultural expectations.
A 33-year-old British tourist has died after falling from a seventh-floor hotel balcony in Thailand, with local authorities investigating the tragedy as a suspected suicide.
Thailand enters official mourning as Queen Mother Sirikit Kitiyakara, beloved wife of the late King Bhumibol and mother of the current monarch, passes away peacefully in Bangkok at age 92, leaving behind a legacy of royal service spanning seven decades.
A British holidaymaker's dream trip to Thailand turns into a nightmare as he faces devastating charges that could see him imprisoned for life over a disputed motorbike rental.
A 25-year-old British tourist is facing severe prison time in Thailand after authorities discovered 1kg of high-purity cocaine worth over £68,000 in his luxury Bangkok hotel room during a dramatic police raid.
French street artist Myrtille Tibayrenc's provocative nude mural in Bangkok faces whitewashing after authorities deem it culturally inappropriate, igniting freedom of expression concerns.
Exclusive investigation reveals how strict US visa waiver requirements could prevent thousands of British football supporters from attending the 2026 World Cup matches in America. Discover the hidden travel barriers facing UK fans.
Distinguished British author and MBE recipient Michael W. E. Zie, 84, dies after being struck by motorbike rider in Thailand while holidaying with family.
A 16-year-old British boy survives three nights alone in treacherous Thai jungle terrain after getting separated from his father during a hiking expedition in Khao Yai National Park.
A 14-year-old British boy survives three terrifying days lost in dense Thai jungle before being rescued by local authorities in a dramatic operation.
British travellers face potential two-hour queues as EU's new Entry/Exit System threatens to disrupt Eurostar services from November 2024, with St Pancras International unprepared for biometric checks.
An 18-year-old British teenager has disappeared during a solo trek through Thailand's treacherous Khao Sok National Park, sparking an urgent international search operation.
A British tourist's holiday in Thailand turns into a legal nightmare after being arrested for allegedly refusing to pay his substantial bar bill at a popular Pattaya nightspot.