White Lotus Tourism Boom Spurs New Entry Rule in Thailand: What British Travellers Need to Know

Thailand has ditched its old paper forms for a shiny new electronic system, leaving many of Britain’s sun-seekers in the dark as they jet off to the Southeast Asian haven.

Since the start of May, every international visitor – whether arriving by jumbo jet, cruise ship, or crossing land borders – must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before setting foot in the Land of Smiles.

This digital overhaul comes as Thailand rides a remarkable tourism wave, partly fuelled by its star turn in HBO’s glossy drama ‘White Lotus.’ The luxury Four Seasons resort in Koh Samui has seen enquiries rocket by 40 percent since being unveiled as the filming location for the show’s eagerly anticipated third season.

According to the updated…