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Thailand May Give Away $21 Million in Free Flights for Travelers

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Thailand May Give Away $21 Million in Free Flights for Travelers

Thailand, long loved for its beaches, nightlife, and budget-friendly adventures, has seen fewer foreign visitors in 2025, even after all the hubbub around The White Lotus. To spark tourism, officials are proposing something bold: giving away free domestic flights to international travelers… as long as a few broad criteria are met.

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