Travelers, at the ready. Thailand just launched the exciting new local travel programme that makes exploring the country more affordable than ever. The “TiewThai Khon La Khrueng” or “Half-Half Thai Travel” project comes into effect on the 1^st of July, 2025. With 1.76 billion baht in government funding, it’s an initiative designed to help more people discover Thailand’s beautiful destinations at incredibly affordable prices while boosting the country’s economy. Whether you want to explore Thailand’s major cities or discover the more peaceful smaller towns, you can save big on hotel stays with the government paying for half of your hotel expenses.

Who is Eligible for TiewThai Khon La Khrueng? How To Register?

To be suitable for the “Half-Half Thai Travel” campaign, individuals must be Thai citizens, aged 18 or over, hold a valid ID card, and be able to verify their identity through the Thai ID Application. 

Once you’ve successfully signed up for the “TiewThai Khon La Khrueng” or “Half-Half Thai Travel” project, your entitlements will be valid till 31^st October 2025. 

For the registration process, click here for a step-by-step guide.

Benefits of TiewThai Khon La Khrueng

There are 500,000 allotments available for the successfully registered individuals across the country. The successful applicants are entitled to five allotments each. They can stay at an accommodation in main cities for 3 nights, and accommodations at secondary cities for 2 nights.

1st Benefit: Discount up to 50% for Accommodation

Major Cities 

• Weekday (Monday-Friday) – Receive 50% financial support from government (not exceeding THB 3,000 / night)
• Weekend (Saturday-Sunday) and Public Holidays – Receive 40% financial support from government (not exceeding THB 3,000 / night)

Secondary Cities 

• Regardless of day of the week, receive 50% financial support from government (not exceeding THB 3,000 / night)

2nd Benefit: Discount up to 50% on F&B / Sightseeing / Other Services

• Receive a 50% discount for registered restaurants, tourist attractions, souvenir shops, and more. (Kindly check registered businesses in the Amazing Thailand application.)
• Whenever purchasing any goods or services, a discount of 50% will be applied. The remaining cost must be covered by the individual. Payments must be made via E-Payment only.

For those interested in a stay at the Royal Cliff through TiewThai Khon La Khrueng, you can read our featured post on Royal Cliff’s Facebook page by clicking here. It provides detailed information about registration, booking procedures with Royal Cliff, and how to verify room rates when joining the program.

What Are the Major Cities in Thailand?

Considered the most popular and most visited, there are 22 provinces that fall under the “major cities” category for the “Half-Half Thai Travel” initiative. Tourists often frequent these provinces.

Major Cities
Central/West/East	Northern	Northeastern	Southern
Bangkok Nakhon Pathom Nonthaburi Pathum Thani Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Prachuap Khiri Khan Phetchaburi Samut Prakan Samut Sakhon Saraburi Chachoengsao Chonburi Rayong	Chiang Mai	Nakhon Ratchasima Khon Kaen Udon Thani Ubon Ratchathani	Krabi Kanchanaburi Phangnga Songkhla Surat Thani

What Are the Secondary Cities in Thailand?

Considered the “secondary cities”, or smaller and less well-known destinations, in the “Half-Half Thai Travel” project, 55 provinces fall under this category. 

Secondary Cities
Central/West/East	Northern	Northeastern	Southern
Lop Buri Suphan Buri Nakhon Nayok Sa Kaeo Trat Chanthaburi Ratchaburi Samut Songkhram Prachin Buri Chai Nat Ang Thong Sing Buri	Phitsanulok Tak Phetchabun Nakhon Sawan Sukhothai Lamphun Uttaradit Lampang Mae Hong Son Phichit Phrae Nan Kamphaeng Phet Uthai Thani Phayao Chiang Rai	Udon Thani Ubon Ratchathani Nong Khai Loei Mukdahan Buriram Chaiyaphum Si Sa Ket Surin Sakon Nakhon Nakhon Phanom Roi Et Maha Sarakham Bueng Kan Kalasin Yasothon Nong Bua Lamphu Amnat Charoen	Nakhon Si Thammarat Phatthalung Trang Satun Chumphon Ranong Narathiwat Yala Pattani

Staying at the Royal Cliff’s Luxury 5-Star Pattaya Hotels with TiewThai Khon La Khrueng

The Royal Cliff Hotels Group has successfully been accepted as one of the 5-star venues for the campaign. Situated on an exclusive beachfront property on the golden coast of Pattaya, our collection of four award-winning 5-star hotels are available for your indulgence.

Each luxury Pattaya hotel offers something special for different types of travelers: 

• families looking for fun and quality time at the Royal Cliff Beach Hotel, 
• couples seeking romance and intimacy at the Royal Cliff Beach Terrace, 
• business guests wanting elevated comfort at the Royal Cliff Grand Hotel, 
• and those who desire the very best in luxury at the Royal Wing Suites & Spa. 

To view our page with helpful details and processes of the TiewThai Khon La Khrueng campaign, please click here: https://www.royalcliff.com/tiewthaikonlakrueng/. You can find information regarding registration, offered room rates, and more. 

Once you have successfully registered for the campaign via the Amazing Thailand application, you can contact the hotel directly to book a stay using the benefits of this campaign. Our dedicated Reservations team at the Royal Cliff will assist with the application process from the beginning to the end.

• Email: relax@royalcliff.com
• Phone: 038 250 421
• LINE: @royalcliff
• WhatsApp: +66842289596
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/royalcliff 
• Website: https://www.royalcliff.com/tiewthaikonlakrueng/

Make the Most of the “Half-Half Thai Travel” Initiative

Are you thrilled to explore Thailand at such incredible rates? Steal away to the golden coast of Pattaya, only 2 hours from Bangkok, and indulge in an unforgettable stay at the Royal Cliff Hotels Group – an enthusiastic participant in the “Half-Half Thai Travel” initiative. The Royal Cliff was one of the first hotels to be accepted into the programme. Experience the warmth of Thai hospitality combined with world-class luxury, where every detail is designed to make your stay extraordinary on one of Thailand’s most beautiful coastlines.