Ranong confirms annual spa festival

News in Asia
Ranong confirms annual spa festival

The governor of Thailand’s southern Ranong Province has confirmed that this year’s annual spa festival will take place later this month. Local media sources reported that Suriyan Kanchanasilp stated the event will be held between 22 and 30 March on land adjacent to Ranong’s municipal hall. 

The venue will be separated into five different areas with varied themes. Attendees can stock up on health and beauty products created from natural herbs and Ranong’s legendary spa water.

Musical and visual arts performances are very much a part of the spa festival. The exact schedule has not been announced yet, but visitors are invariably provided with the unique spectacle of colourfully-clad dancers performing southern Thai menorah routines. 

Vendors selling the health products invariably do so at prices up to 50 per cent lower than the standard ones. Similar discounts are available on spa and beauty retreats at resorts close to town and the hot springs. 

Ranong Province is noted for its unspoilt forest and mountain landscapes as well as its rejuvenating hot springs. It is not one of Thailand’s best known tourist destinations, but is starting to draw the more adventurous with the springs as well as fabulous beaches including Hat Laem Son and the island of Koh Phayam

Source

News

China extends visa-free entry to 12 European countries

China has extended visa-free travel to Poland, Australia, and New Zealand until the end of 2025.

31 July 2024

China, Indonesia, and Thailand are among the Asian countries that are easing entry requirements for Australians.

Several Asian countries, including China, Thailand, and Indonesia, have eased entry requirements for Australians by removing some visas and charges and streamlining application processes. This is aimed at boosting tourism numbers post-COVID.

24 July 2024

Thailand Extends Free Insurance for Tourists Until the end of 2024

Thailand has extended its free insurance scheme for international tourists until the end of 2024. 

25 June 2024