Chinese New Year

  • Thailand NewsBangkok hosts Lim Ko Niao spiritual event for devotees

    Bangkok hosts Lim Ko Niao spiritual event for devotees

    Bangkok’s Po Teck Tung Foundation currently hosts a revered spiritual event, inviting devotees to venerate the goddess Lim Ko Niao from Hat Yai. The event at the foundation’s headquarters in Plabplachai is a collaborative effort with the Samakkhi Mitrapap Foundation (Thung Siang Tung) from Hat Yai. It runs from March 10 to 13 corresponding to the Western calendar. On Sunday,…

  • EventsSiam Paragon ushers in the Year of the Dragon with a grand celebration featuring Chinese actor Lin Yi

    Siam Paragon ushers in the Year of the Dragon with a grand celebration featuring Chinese actor Lin Yi

    Siam Paragon solidifies its positioning as a top-of-mind ‘global destination’ for Thais and international visitors. To celebrate the Chinese New Year 2024, Siam Paragon and KASIKORNBANK proudly present a spectacular celebration to usher in the Year of the Dragon titled “Siam Paragon Golden Prosperous Chinese New Year 2024: The Greatest Year of The Dragon.” The festivities will take place from…

  • Phuket NewsWat Chalong Fair kicks off in Phuket with Chinese New Year

    Wat Chalong Fair kicks off in Phuket with Chinese New Year

    Phuket‘s annual Wat Chalong Fair kicked off in sync with the Chinese New Year. This cultural event, which draws attention each year, is currently underway and promises a multitude of live performances by diverse artists. The fair, held at Wat Chalong, also known as Wat Chaiyathararam, is in its 116th year. The temple, regarded as one of the most significant…

  • Thailand NewsChinese New Year celebrations across Thailand: Golden dragons, vibrant attire, and mouthwatering feasts

    Chinese New Year celebrations across Thailand: Golden dragons, vibrant attire, and mouthwatering feasts

    Chiang Mai has been transformed into a mesmerising spectacle as lion and golden dragon dance troupes from Bangkok took to the streets for the Chinese New Year celebrations. Store owners eagerly invited them inside, hoping to bask in the good luck and prosperity they brought. Meanwhile, at the iconic Tha Phae Gate, Chinese tourists swarmed, dressed in Thai traditional attire,…

  • Thailand NewsPM Srettha heralds visa-free travel between Thailand and China (video)

    PM Srettha heralds visa-free travel between Thailand and China (video)

    In a heartening message marking the Lunar New Year, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expressed his optimism about the newly lifted visa requirements between Thailand and China, anticipating a significant boost in bilateral relations and travel. During his well-wishing messages on Lunar New Year, PM Srettha conveyed his hopes that the lifting of visa requirements would foster increased interaction between Thailand…

  • Tourism NewsTrip.com foresees significant rise in Thailand tourism expenditure

    Trip.com foresees significant rise in Thailand tourism expenditure

    On February 8, Bangkok bore witness to a revelation from Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider. The data released by the company predicts a notable increase in total trip expenditure for inbound bookings in Thailand. A substantial uptick of 44.3% has been projected for this year’s Chinese New Year (CNY) festive period compared to the CNY period in…

  • Thailand NewsAppeal to limit Chinese New Year’s paper burning to curb pollution

    Appeal to limit Chinese New Year’s paper burning to curb pollution

    A pressing call to the public has been made by the Pollution Control Department (PCD), appealing for a reduction in the burning of paper offerings and incense during the Chinese New Year celebrations. This plea is part of a broader initiative to manage the increasing levels of ultra-fine PM2.5 pollutants during the season. The traditional burning of gold and silver…

  • EventsThe Peninsula Bangkok presents exquisite Cantonese menus by internationally acclaimed guest chef Grace Choy

    The Peninsula Bangkok presents exquisite Cantonese menus by internationally acclaimed guest chef Grace Choy

    Xin nian kuai le! Celebrate the Lunar New Year by enjoying authentic Cantonese menus specially curated by the renowned chef Grace Choy at Mei Jiang Restaurant. Known for her extraordinary journey from a self-taught maestro to a globally recognized culinary star, Chef Choy is poised to enchant holiday guests with her exquisite Chinese specialities during her nine-day stint as guest…

  • Thailand NewsChinese New Year ang pao tradition favors lucky numbers in 2024

    Chinese New Year ang pao tradition favors lucky numbers in 2024

    As Chinese New Year approaches, the customary exchange of red envelopes, known as ang pao, becomes a focal point of the festivities. These monetary gifts, traditionally given to children and younger family members, symbolise good luck and are meant to ward off evil spirits. The art of giving ang pao is steeped in tradition and superstition, with certain numbers believed…

  • Thailand NewsThailand anticipates foreign arrivals surge during Chinese New Year

    Thailand anticipates foreign arrivals surge during Chinese New Year

    A considerable surge in foreign arrivals is anticipated in Thailand during the Chinese New Year holiday, as reported by the Airports of Thailand (AOT). Kirati Kijmanawat, the AOT director, announced yesterday, February 6, that passenger numbers flying into Thailand are predicted to experience a 206% leap, compared to the same time last year. This comes in the wake of the…

  • Thailand NewsChiang Mai tourism booms as Chinese New Year approaches

    Chiang Mai tourism booms as Chinese New Year approaches

    The northern city of Chiang Mai in Thailand is experiencing a tourism bonanza as hotel bookings surge to a staggering 90%, with Chinese New Year reservations already topping 60%. Paisan Sukcharoen, president of the Northern Upper Region Hotel Association of Thailand affirms that Chiang Mai’s tourism scene is on an upward trajectory. The cool embrace of Chiang Mai’s weather further…

  • Thailand NewsNew year’s feast or fin-ite: WildAid uncovers Thai waters’ shark crisis

    New year’s feast or fin-ite: WildAid uncovers Thai waters’ shark crisis

    As Lunar New Year approaches, WildAid‘s latest findings expose a crisis in Thai waters, where shark fins on celebratory dining tables spell extinction for these majestic creatures, threatening the balance of the ocean’s ecosystem. WildAid sounded the alarm based on a comprehensive DNA analysis of shark fin products sold in Thailand. A staggering 62% of fins sampled come from species…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket lights up with lanterns for annual Chinese New Year festival

    Phuket lights up with lanterns for annual Chinese New Year festival

    The popular seaside resort of Phuket has been brightly lit up with lanterns, signalling the start of the Phuket Lantern Festival. This annual event is an integral part of the Chinese New Year celebrations, with this year marking the Year of the Dragon. Saroj Angkhanapilas, the Mayor of Phuket Town, inaugurated the festival on a Saturday night at the Chartered…

  • EventsICONSIAM’s Grand Chinese New Year celebration promises unprecedented spectacle reinforcing its status as a global landmark

    ICONSIAM’s Grand Chinese New Year celebration promises unprecedented spectacle reinforcing its status as a global landmark

    ICONSIAM, a global landmark along the Chao Phraya River, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture the Department of Cultural Promotion, The Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade of Thailand, as well as private partners including KASIKORNBANK Public Company Limited, Hatakabb (Sim Tien Hor) Company Limited, Reference Sathorn-Wongwianyai and Tao Kae Noi, is committed to preserving and…

  • Thailand NewsHuabobo resurgence marks Spring Festival in Shandong with tradition

    Huabobo resurgence marks Spring Festival in Shandong with tradition

    The traditional Chinese delicacy Huabobo, a steamed bun with a history stretching back three centuries, is enjoying a surge in production as the Spring Festival approaches. In the eastern Chinese province of Shandong, food factory workers are busily crafting these colourful, charmingly shaped buns, which carry significant cultural and festive importance. With Spring Festival around the corner, the atmosphere in…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok’s Chinatown kicked off Chinese New Year celebrations

    Bangkok’s Chinatown kicked off Chinese New Year celebrations

    Thailand kicked off its grandest Chinese New Year celebration in the heart of Bangkok’s Chinatown on Yaowarat Road. Thailand’s Minister of Tourism and Sports, Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol, joined forces with Wu Zhiwu from the Embassy of The People’s Republic of China to officially inaugurate the festivities. The Chalermphrakiat Gate, Odeon Circle, Yaowarat Road, now hosts the Tunnel of Golden Dragon, symbolising…

  • Thailand NewsThailand to expect 1 million tourists from China and Hong Kong during CNY

    Thailand to expect 1 million tourists from China and Hong Kong during CNY

    Alipay+ reported a prediction from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) that nearly 1 million foreign tourists, primarily from China and Hong Kong, are poised to flood into Thailand during the upcoming Chinese New Year, unleashing a potential economic windfall of 28.4 billion baht. Trip.com shared the staggering numbers, highlighting the skyrocketing outbound travel bookings from China leading up to…

  • EventsAll you need to know about Chinese New Year in Thailand and where to go

    All you need to know about Chinese New Year in Thailand and where to go

    Ah, yes, the Chinese New Year! A time to reflect on past successes and make plans for the future. This Saturday, 10 February, marks the beginning of the Year of the Dragon. Celebrations around the world will be ringing in the new year with a vibrant array of traditions, beautiful art, and delicious food — and in Thailand, it’s no…

  • Business NewsThailand and China’s visa-free policy not boosting tourism yet

    Thailand and China’s visa-free policy not boosting tourism yet

    Despite the recent permanent visa-free policy between Thailand and China, airlines and hotels are not anticipating an immediate rise in demand. This is largely due to the gradual increase in demand and the seating capacity that is yet to fully recover. The agreement was reached during China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s four-day official visit to Thailand, where he met with…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok’s Chinatown gears up for Lunar New Year celebrations

    Bangkok’s Chinatown gears up for Lunar New Year celebrations

    This year’s Lunar New Year festivities in Bangkok’s Chinatown, Yaowarat Road, will officially kick off on February 10 under the auspices of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. The Deputy Governor of Bangkok, Tavida Kamolvej, confirmed her Royal Highness’s arrival at the Odeon Circle’s gate at 5pm to formally inaugurate the two-day celebrations. The announcement was made at a…

  • Thailand NewsAIS introduces new points scheme

    AIS introduces new points scheme

    Advanced Info Service (AIS) plans to transform its AIS Points programme into a cutting-edge platform with tailor-made privileges through a collaboration with partners across diverse industries. AIS customer and service management chief Jaiporn Srisakul explained that the revamped platform will cater to the individual lifestyles of its 49.1 million customers, employing data analytics to craft personalised privileges using the innovative…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket to address traffic woes with AI control systems

    Phuket to address traffic woes with AI control systems

    Phuket is gearing up to address its ongoing traffic congestion through the implementation of cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) traffic control systems. The announcement came from Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat, who is hopeful that technological advancements can bring about a noticeable change in the island’s traffic flow. Patong Police, in their ongoing effort to regulate traffic, continue to enforce stringent measures…

  • Business NewsThai travel agents expect Chinese tourist surge during Lunar New Year

    Thai travel agents expect Chinese tourist surge during Lunar New Year

    The Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) anticipates a surge in Chinese tourists during the Lunar New Year holiday, estimating daily arrivals of 20,000 to 25,000. ATTA President, Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, attributes this boost to enhanced charter and scheduled flights, alongside the visa-free scheme designed to spur Chinese demand. Chinese arrivals have shown a marked increase this year, averaging 15,000 to…

  • Business NewsChinese new year holiday expected to boost Thailand’s tourism revenue

    Chinese new year holiday expected to boost Thailand’s tourism revenue

    Anticipated to reach a staggering 34.4 billion baht, spending during the Chinese New Year holiday is set to surge, with foreign travellers, primarily from Chinese-speaking nations, contributing 28.4 billion baht. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) attributes this 29% year-on-year revenue growth, which spans from February 8 to 16, to the visa-free policy for Chinese and Taiwanese tourists. TAT Governor…

  • Thai LifeWhy so many Thais have Chinese ancestry

    Why so many Thais have Chinese ancestry

    With the Chinese New Year wrapping up, those who venture out onto Thailand’s streets will see just how much the country’s history has been shaped by China. Modern-day Thai people are thought to have emigrated from China over 1,000 years ago. The Tai ethnicity originally consisted of those who spoke a common Tai language. Those same people migrated from China…

  • Tourism NewsOver 158,000 tourists in Phuket for Chinese New Year, officials say

    Over 158,000 tourists in Phuket for Chinese New Year, officials say

    Thai tourism officials say the Chinese New Year Festival drew over 158,000 tourists to the holiday paradise of Phuket. From January 21-22, the festival drew 158,414 Thai and foreign tourists to Phuket, said the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phuket Office director Nanthasiri Ronnasiri. Nanthasiri said the festival generated at least 2.6 billion baht, Thai media reported. Over the two…

  • Thailand video newsCelebrating Chinese New Year 2023 in Style

    Celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 in Style

    https://youtu.be/LY8GZYarzFk Join us at Siam Paragon Mall for an unforgettable Chinese New Year Celebration in 2023! Experience the thrill of the traditional tiger and lion dances. The spectacular Indigo green mountain dance show all the way from china and marvel at the decorations set up all around the Siam Paragon mall. There are a wide variety of fun activities that…

  • Tourism NewsFlights from China over Chinese New Year average 34 daily

    Flights from China over Chinese New Year average 34 daily

    The skies above Thailand will be full of Chinese flights this week, with 240 scheduled flights over the Chinese New Year. The Aeronautical Radio of Thailand (Aerothai) announced that during the holiday period from January 19 to 25, an average of 34 flights per day are expected to arrive in Thailand from China. This is expected to bring a significant…

  • Bangkok NewsChinese-Thais pack Bangkok road for ‘day for shopping’

    Chinese-Thais pack Bangkok road for ‘day for shopping’

    Chinese-Thais packed one road in Bangkok today for ‘day for shopping,’ a day that comes two days before Chinese New Year. Bangkok’s Yaowarat Road is celebrating Chinese New Year until February 15, Nation Thailand reported. On ‘day for shopping,’ Chinese-Thais usually buy food and other offerings for deities and gifts for relatives. Tomorrow, Saturday, will be the ‘day to pay…

  • GuidesWhere to celebrate Chinese New Year in Thailand

    Where to celebrate Chinese New Year in Thailand

    Thailand is home to a large ethnically Chinese population, which means that Chinese New Year is a big deal here. The holiday, also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, has been celebrated in Thailand for centuries by the country’s Chinese-Thai community. Chinese New Year festivals offer exciting experiences filled with dragon parades, fireworks, dance performances, and more. This…