Deportation Rules for Tourists: Thailand’s new deportation regulation took effect Aug 28, allowing expulsion after sentence completion for foreigners convicted of serious offenses (including unlawful entry, illegal work/business, forged documents, and crimes with 5+ year prison terms), with Corrections and Interior coordinating before release. Tourist Conduct Warning: Tourism officials also warned “problematic” visitors could face visa cancellation and deportation, targeting behavior that disturbs public order or disregards Thai law and culture. Phuket Wellness Boom: Phuket is pulling ahead in Thailand’s fast-growing wellness tourism market, with the Global Wellness Summit set for Nov at Angsana Laguna Phuket and projected to bring major local economic impact. Khlong Thom Centre Fire: A major blaze at Bangkok’s Khlong Thom Centre spread from a ground-floor shop, engulfed the ground floor and reached the mezzanine, with parts of the building later subsiding as firefighters worked to contain it. New Direct Route to Bangkok: IndiGo will launch direct flights from Guwahati to Bangkok from Oct 27, adding another Southeast Asia gateway for travelers. Low-Carbon Tourism Push: TGO is backing net-zero planning with local emissions inventories and reduction plans, linking tourism income to lower-carbon, conservation-based travel. Koh Larn Speedboat Brawl: Rival speedboat operators on Koh Larn fought over passenger competition and pricing, sparking calls for tighter local regulation. Chiang Mai Book Sale: Big Bad Wolf Books returns to Chiang Mai for a 10-day international sale (Aug 28–Sep 6) at Chiang Mai Hall, Central Chiang Mai Airport, with discounts up to 90%.