For anyone getting ready to travel abroad for the first time, the excitement often comes with a bit of worry. There are so many things to prepare. Important documents, trip planning, and packing your bags. But don’t worry! This article has put together 10 essential checklists you shouldn’t miss, to make sure your first trip abroad is fun, smooth, and stress-free.
Just a few years ago, few could have imagined that a mobile application for creating short video clips only a few seconds long, known as TikTok (or Douyin in China), would become one of the most influential platforms in the digital world.
Today, TikTok has become a symbol of “modern entertainment” — easy to access, fun, and spreading rapidly — with hundreds of millions of users worldwide.
The U.S. government has announced a new fee called the “Visa Integrity Fee” of $250 (approximately 8,000 THB) for travelers to the United States, which will take effect on October 1, 2025. This move could put additional pressure on the tourism sector, which is still recovering, as international visitor numbers continue to decline due to strict immigration policies under President Donald Trump’s administration and its unfriendly stance toward several countries.
The U.S. labor market is showing signs of weakness after the JOLTS report from the Department of Labor revealed that job openings in July dropped to 7.18 million, the lowest level in ten months, and down by more than 300,000 positions over the past two months. This figure was significantly lower than economists’ expectations, reflecting slowing labor demand and increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve (Fed) to move quickly to cut interest rates.
Even though China’s stock market has been rising a lot lately, this doesn’t match the country’s still-weak economy. Ongoing problems in real estate and U.S. tariffs are putting pressure on China and could slow its long-term economic recovery.
In recent years, Bangkok has remained one of the most visited tourist cities in Asia and consistently ranks among the top in the world. Even as the tourism landscape has changed rapidly driven by social media trends, sustainable travel movements, economic shifts, and climate factors. Bangkok has managed to keep its charm and unique character that continue to attract people from all over the world.
In the third quarter of 2025, the Thai baht is moving up and down a lot. This is worrying investors, importers and exporters, and everyday people who need foreign money especially those in tourism, education, and import businesses, which are directly affected by the unstable exchange rate.
In an era where the global economy is volatile and exchange rates fluctuate constantly, planning a daily budget becomes essential especially for travelers, businesspeople, or even exchange students living abroad.
For those planning a trip to Europe, one important factor that’s often overlooked is the currency exchange rate, which can significantly impact your overall travel expenses. This becomes especially relevant when considering the difference between traveling during the high season and low season.
When the Thai baht weakens against major currencies like the US dollar, yen, or euro, traveling abroad can become significantly more expensive. Many Thai travelers begin to hesitate before booking international flights, as currency exchange during such times can lead to higher costs. Even exchanging the same amount of baht gives less foreign currency, resulting in shorter trips or tighter budgets than originally planned.
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