About Approved Thailand
Your trusted guide to certified travel destinations and verified businesses in Thailand.
Our Mission
Approved Thailand was created to help travelers discover safe, authentic, and quality-assured travel experiences in Thailand.
Thailand welcomes millions of visitors each year, but navigating the countless options for destinations, hotels, tours, and services can be overwhelming. How do you know which places are safe? Which businesses are legitimate? Which experiences are truly worth your time?
That's where we come in. We research, verify, and recommend travel options that meet our strict certification standards. Our goal is simple: to give you the confidence to explore Thailand knowing that every recommendation has been carefully vetted.
Our Certification Process
How destinations and businesses earn the Approved Thailand badge.
Research
We gather information from official sources, tourism authorities, and verified traveler reviews.
Verify
We check business licenses, safety records, and compliance with local regulations.
Evaluate
We assess quality, authenticity, and value based on our certification criteria.
Certify
Qualifying destinations and businesses receive our Approved Thailand certification.
Certification Criteria
Safety & Security
All listings must demonstrate a commitment to visitor safety, including proper safety measures, emergency procedures, and compliance with local safety regulations.
Legal Compliance
Businesses must hold valid licenses, permits, and registrations required by Thai law. We verify registration with relevant tourism authorities.
Quality & Service
We evaluate the quality of service, facilities, and overall experience. Listings must consistently deliver on their promises to visitors.
Traveler Feedback
We consider verified reviews and feedback from real travelers. Consistent positive experiences are essential for certification.
Ongoing Monitoring
Certification isn't permanent. We regularly review and update our listings to ensure they continue to meet our standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Approved Thailand?
Approved Thailand is a trusted resource that helps travelers discover certified and verified travel destinations, tour operators, and businesses in Thailand. We research, verify, and recommend travel options that meet our quality and safety standards.
How do destinations and businesses get certified?
We evaluate each listing based on safety standards, legal compliance, service quality, and traveler feedback. Businesses must demonstrate consistent quality and pass our verification process to receive certification.
Is certification permanent?
No, certification requires ongoing compliance. We regularly review our listings and may remove certification if a destination or business no longer meets our standards.
Do you accept payments for certification?
Our certification process is independent and cannot be purchased. Listings are selected based solely on meeting our criteria, not on payment.
How can I suggest a destination or business?
We welcome suggestions! We regularly research and evaluate new destinations and businesses across Thailand for potential inclusion.
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