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Study While You Travel: University-Led Learning Trips for Curious Thais

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A growing trend in travel combines classroom and coastline, offering travellers curated, faculty-led trips that turn holidays into short, intensive learning experiences. New reporting on these university-affiliated travel programs shows demand rising among travellers seeking deeper engagement with culture, history and science rather than passive sightseeing, and signals new opportunities—and challenges—for Thailand’s tourism and education sectors. For Thai families, retirees and lifelong learners, these trips promise structured learning, social connection and richer cultural encounters, but they also raise questions about sustainability, quality assurance and equitable local benefits.

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Tourist Arrivals Slip as Safety Worries and Regional Competition Hit Thailand’s Recovery

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Thailand’s tourism recovery appears to have lost momentum, with foreign arrivals down more than 7 percent in the year to August 17 and official forecasts trimmed sharply, raising fresh concerns for the country’s economy and communities that depend on visitor spending. New data from the Ministry of Tourism and Sport show about 20.81 million foreign visitors during the period, prompting the National Economic and Social Development Council to reduce its full-year arrival forecast from 37 million to 33 million and signaling a potential shortfall from pre-pandemic highs that supported millions of jobs nationwide.

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Chongqing’s cyberpunk surge: how a mountain megacity became China’s latest viral travel magnet — and what it means for Thai travelers

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Chongqing’s sudden rise from an industrial inland hub to a global “cyberpunk” tourism phenomenon has pushed the sprawling, multilayered “Mountain City” onto international travel radars — driven by neon-lit nightscapes, viral social media clips and big-ticket infrastructure that make it easier than ever for visitors from Southeast Asia to arrive. The city that feels, in the words of one visitor, like “peering into the future” is already seeing inbound arrivals surge: official figures and multiple travel operators report dramatic year-on-year increases in foreign visitors after China’s reopening and visa-policy rollouts, while a newly opened super-hub rail station and a host of curated tours are turning viral feeds into ticket sales and hotel bookings for travellers, including many from Thailand and neighbouring countries (CNN; iChongqing).

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Vertical Dreams: How China's Mountain Megacity Became a Cyberpunk Tourism Phenomenon — Essential Guide for Thai Travelers

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Chongqing’s meteoric transformation from obscure industrial center to global tourism sensation represents one of Asia’s most dramatic destination success stories, as the sprawling “Mountain City” leverages its otherworldly vertical architecture, neon-drenched nightscapes, and viral social media appeal to attract unprecedented numbers of international visitors. The megacity that appears, in the words of mesmerized travelers, like “peering into the future” has experienced explosive growth in foreign arrivals following China’s post-pandemic reopening and strategic visa policy liberalization, with official statistics documenting year-over-year increases measured in hundreds of percentage points. Sophisticated infrastructure investments, including the recently unveiled Chongqing East high-speed rail station—one of the world’s largest railway facilities—are converting online fascination into tangible tourist revenue while creating seamless connectivity for Southeast Asian travelers. Most importantly for Thai readers, Chongqing combines short-haul flight accessibility with visa-free entry policies and highly distinctive experiences including monorails threading through residential buildings, cliffside escalators, labyrinthine multilevel streets, and fiery hotpot culture that offers compelling alternatives to traditional Chinese tourism circuits centered on Beijing and Shanghai.

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Prespa Lakes: Greece’s Hidden Paradise Emerges as a Model for Nature Tourism

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A remote, mountainous corner of northern Greece known as the Prespa lakes basin—a crossroads of Greece, Albania, and North Macedonia—is rapidly gaining attention among nature tourists and conservationists, thanks to new research and grassroots efforts to boost sustainable travel while preserving its stunning biodiversity. Once virtually unknown outside dedicated ornithologist and ecotourist circles, this region is now being promoted as a destination for walkers, birdwatchers, and anyone seeking a deeper connection with unspoiled landscapes, centuries-old culture, and unique wildlife ().

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Cutting Through Greenwash: How Thai Travellers Can Make Their Holidays Truly Sustainable

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As sustainable tourism grows more popular worldwide, many Thai travellers are asking the same pressing question as jet-setters across the globe: how can we make sure our trips genuinely help the planet and local people, rather than just succumbing to “greenwashing” marketing? The latest research published on The Conversation (July 18, 2025) reveals that while terms such as “eco”, “sustainable”, and “green” are splashed liberally throughout holiday brochures, more than half of these green claims are vague, misleading or unproven – and nearly as many certification labels lack meaningful verification (The Conversation). This growing confusion highlights the urgent need for Thai tourists to look past superficial eco-labels and make smarter, more responsible choices when booking domestic or overseas holidays.

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Angola’s Hidden Natural Marvels Poised for Tourism Boom

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After decades of isolation due to war and political upheaval, Angola’s pristine natural wonders—largely untouched by mass tourism—are now stepping into the global spotlight. CNN Travel’s recent in-depth feature reveals how this vast southern African nation is opening its doors to travellers, offering a spectacular array of landscapes and cultural heritage that, until recently, few outsiders had witnessed firsthand (CNN Travel).

Angola, double the size of Texas, boasts a wealth of dramatic scenery, from dazzling Atlantic beaches and mysterious lunar-like rock formations to expansive national parks. The country has begun investing in tourism infrastructure, with new roads, accommodations, and tour operators enabling safer and easier access to its remote interior. For Thai travellers—already seasoned in exploring Southeast Asia’s wonders—the emergence of Angola as a fresh destination offers not only geographical diversity but also a fascinating case study of how a nation recovers, rewilds, and reimagines itself for a sustainable tourist future.

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Vegas Losing Its Shine: Tourists Deterred by Soaring Prices and Hidden Fees

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Las Vegas, once celebrated as the playground for everyday Americans and international thrill-seekers, is experiencing a significant downturn in visitor numbers due to what many are calling “ridiculous prices” and hidden fees. New data for 2025 reveal a 6.5% drop in tourists compared to the previous year, with airport traffic and gaming revenue both sliding—trends experts blame on a combination of economic uncertainty and escalating costs of a Vegas holiday (The Times).

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Tourists Venture into Afghanistan as Taliban Seeks Tourism Revival

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Tourists are beginning to return to Afghanistan, drawn by a spirit of adventure and curiosity, with the Taliban authorities actively encouraging this resurgence despite ongoing international concerns. The slow revival of tourism has emerged as an unlikely economic opportunity for the country, which has been internationally isolated under Taliban rule and faces deepening poverty for its population of 41 million.

This development holds notable significance for Thai readers interested in tourism trends, geopolitics, and the role of travel amid complex ethical and security concerns. As foreign tourists trickle into Afghanistan—some arriving by plane, motorbike, camper van, or even bicycle—the government hopes the sector will provide much-needed revenue in a context where most forms of foreign investment have dried up. According to the Taliban’s Deputy Minister of Tourism, cited in a recent Associated Press interview, “tourism brings many benefits to a country… [and] we are optimistic this sector will evolve into a large economy, bringing significant benefits…. It plays an important role in strengthening our national economy.” (AP News).

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Hawaii's Summer Tourism Takes a Major Hit, Raising Worries for Global Travel Destinations

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Hawaii, often synonymous with idyllic beaches and dream holidays, is in the grip of an unexpectedly soft summer, with tourism numbers and travel bookings “significantly down”—a development causing deep concern among hospitality leaders, economists, and travel experts both in the US and worldwide. The trend, detailed in a recent report by SFGate, is not just a temporary dip but suggests ongoing challenges that hold insights for other international tourist destinations—Thailand included—still striving to recover and adapt after years of pandemic and disaster disruptions (SFGate).

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Aspen Tops New Ranking as America's Most Expensive Tourist Destination, Outpacing New York

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A recent study unveils that Aspen, Colorado—renowned for its ski slopes and luxury lifestyle—has overtaken iconic metropolises like New York City as the most expensive tourist destination in the United States, spotlighting shifting trends in travel costs and expectations for both Thai and global tourists. According to a comprehensive cost analysis by GOBankingRates and highlighted by Travel + Leisure, a three-night trip for two adults to Aspen will cost an average of $2,708, factoring in hotels, flights, and meals, representing the pinnacle of pricey travel in 2025. (Travel + Leisure)

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House-Sitting Tourism Gains Momentum Among Budget Travelers and Digital Nomads

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A growing number of globetrotters are bypassing hotels and short-term rentals in favor of a new travel trend: house-sitting tourism. This emerging phenomenon allows travelers to secure free accommodations by caring for someone else’s home—and often their pets—while the owners are away, creating win-win scenarios for both sides and reshaping how people experience destinations worldwide (USA Today, BBC, Business Insider).

The evolution of house-sitting tourism has been fueled by rising global travel costs and the proliferation of digital platforms connecting homeowners with would-be house sitters. With platforms like TrustedHousesitters reporting a 14% increase in membership between 2023 and 2024, now exceeding 240,000 global users, the model has shifted from a niche option for pet lovers or retirees to a mainstream choice embraced by solo travelers, remote workers, millennials, and baby boomers alike (USA Today).

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The Comfort of the Familiar: Thailand’s Boom in Nostalgia Tourism

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Amid the global resurgence of travel, a new trend is captivating both visitors and Thais alike: nostalgia tourism, which sees travelers gravitating toward places, experiences, and traditions that evoke cherished memories and offer emotional comfort. Recent research and industry reports reveal that this phenomenon is not merely a passing fad but a powerful movement reshaping tourism in 2025 throughout Thailand and the Asia-Pacific region—rekindling interest in historic districts, family-run eateries, traditional festivals, and “retro” vacation spots that promise the warmth of the familiar in a rapidly changing world.

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Asia Dominates as Summer’s Hottest Travel Destination, Latest Trends Reveal

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Asia has soared to the top of travelers’ wishlists this summer, accounting for more than half of the season’s most popular destinations, according to a recent report highlighted by CNBC. As worldwide travel rebounds in the post-pandemic era, industry data signal a growing preference for Asian hotspots, reflecting shifting tourism trends, evolving traveler demographics, and renewed cultural curiosity.

Heightened demand for Asian destinations is particularly significant for Thai readers, as Thailand’s tourism industry is both a direct participant in and a beneficiary of this global pattern. The rebound underscores the resilience of Asian tourism sectors and brings renewed opportunities and challenges for Thailand as it competes for international arrivals and seeks to rejuvenate its domestic travel economy.

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