Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Northern Thailand and neighbouring countries are being hit by worsening haze, as fire activity increases across the Mekong region. More than 1,450 fire hotspots were detected in Thailand alone at …
Haze spreads across Mekong region as fires rise Read More
Passengers travelling to and from Thailand are being warned to take extra care of their belongings after a rise in credit card thefts during flights, according to Thai authorities. The …
Credit card theft tops 8 million baht: Immigration police now warn passengers Read More
Thailand is planning to introduce a 300 baht (around USD 9) entry fee for foreign tourists arriving by air in 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen tourism infrastructure and …
Entering Thailand could soon cost you extra: Visitors must pay on arrival Read More
Southeast Asia continues to attract Nordic travellers seeking longer stays, whether for winter escapes, remote work or semi-retirement. However, visa rules across the region have changed significantly in recent years, …
Thailand vs Malaysia vs Vietnam: Where is it easiest for Nordic expats to stay long-term? Read More
Airlines in Asia are raising fares and reducing flight operations as jet fuel prices surge following the conflict in the Middle East. Jet fuel prices have surged sharply, with some …
Rising oil prices hit tourism in Asia as flight and transport costs surge Read More
A 30-year-old Finnish tourist has reported that a Rolex watch worth about 700,000 baht and 5,000 baht in cash went missing after a night out in Pattaya. The case was …
Finnish tourist reports stolen Rolex and cash after Pattaya night out Read More
Foreign travelers to Thailand are being warned about fraudulent websites charging fees for the country’s digital arrival card, Bangkok Post reports. The system, known as the Thailand Digital Arrival Card …
Tourists warned against fake Thailand arrival card websites Read More
Thousands of passengers are being impacted as a wave of flight disruptions is hitting major airports across Asia, Travel and Tour World reports. Nearly 2,800 flights are delayed and more …
Nearly 3,000 flights disrupted across Asia Read More
Bangkok is once again at the center of Thailand’s tourism success. When digital travel platform Agoda revealed its 2025 Gold Circle Awards, the Thai capital stood out with nearly 100 …
Thailand ranks among world’s best hotels in Agoda awards Read More
Thai minister Suchart Chomklin says he will drop a lawsuit against journalist Hathairat Pahonthap, in a case linked to Thai berry pickers working in Finland and Sweden, Thaiger reports. Suchart …
Thai minister drops lawsuit in case tied to berry pickers in Finland Read More