Plan your year with our guide to public holidays and observances in Thailand for 2026. Perfect for travellers, expats, and locals alike.

Vacay smartly and responsibly. Here's a handy list of the upcoming Thai public holidays in 2026 and the best times to use your leave days.

Koh Samui has come a long way from its days as a sleepy island of coconut groves, Chinese traders and the occasional ...

Earlier this week, Thailand’s Cabinet approved two additional holidays for 2025, in a bid to stimulate domestic tourism and pull the country’s economy out of its post-pandemic funk. Special holidays ...

Thailand’s diverse landscape attracts thousands of party animals, beach bums, newlyweds and adventure enthusiasts every year. The home of world-famous yoga retreats, beaches and Buddhist temples, it’s ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Pristine beaches line the coastline of Phuket, the largest island in Thailand - fokkebok/iStockphoto Phuket may be one of the ...