In a stifling hotel somewhere in Thailand, two housekeepers struggle to stay afloat as prices rise and their paychecks stagnate. Between scrubbing and folding, they share sharp words and quiet dreams in a world where every room they leave behind symbolizes what they will never have: peace.
Dutch people who vote GroenLinks-PvdA and live in Thailand know perfectly well how to package principles for a one-way ticket to hypocrisy. Away from the grey Netherlands, they find luxury and cheap cocktails here, while they look away from human rights violations and political chaos. With a Volkskrant on their lap and their ideals in the fridge, they enjoy a paradise that is not as green as it seems.
About 1.500 investors, many of them Europeans and Asians, have been affected by the halt of seven construction projects in Chiang Mai. Due to a raid by the Thai authorities during Covid, all assets have been frozen, while many projects are almost completed. An initiative has been launched to revive the projects and save the investments.
'Back again', I wrote on this blog about eight weeks ago. Long enough ago to feel completely at home again and to enjoy my stay and of course being together with my partner to the fullest. We have known each other for 9 years now and we hope to add a few more years to that...
With a throbbing hangover and a dry mouth, he wakes up. A slight startle reaction when he sees a girl, with long black silky hair, lying next to him. He hoists himself up to get a better look at her. She looks at him with coal-black eyes from under a snow-white sheet. Her fists grip the edge. A fan above his head turns gently in circles. Two green geckos are stuck to the ceiling. Their mouths slightly open. He throws …
Huub, a vital seventy-something with a rough edge, is looking for balance in his chaotic existence. While he fights old disappointments and modern frustrations, Nok, his Thai girlfriend, brings simplicity and warmth into his life. Their love, full of cultural differences and raw honesty, offers him not only new insights, but also an unexpected second chance at happiness.
Two tourists on Koh Phi Phi proved that with enough alcohol you can not only lose your boundaries, but also your legs. A Thai police officer had to intervene and transported the duo in a shopping trolley back to their hostel. A bizarre but recognizable holiday blunder that is simultaneously hilarious and uncomfortable, the ultimate mix of tropical drama and drunken foolishness.
In Thailand I watch very little television, except to follow the news and the occasional entertaining program. I avoid soaps; my experience with series such as Coronation Street, GTST and Dallas has cured me. It is like trying to avoid a smoking addiction or the allure of a pub—an exercise in discipline, thanks to experience and perseverance.
The Thai auto industry is facing a wave of factory closures and restructuring. Major brands such as Suzuki, Honda and Nissan are reducing their operations in Thailand, putting thousands of jobs at risk. Rising costs and growing competition from electric vehicles and Chinese automakers are playing a major role. These changes are putting the future of the industry in a new perspective.
Beach Road in Pattaya is the beating heart of the city. This iconic boulevard combines a beautiful beach, luxury hotels, bustling markets and vibrant nightlife. Originating from a small fishing village, it has grown into an international attraction full of history, modern hotspots and local charm. Here you will experience the perfect balance between relaxation and adventure, day and night.
From the age of sixty, your body can absorb nutrients less efficiently, which can lead to deficiencies. Supplements can help support health and vitality. Discover which nutrients are important and how you can make a valuable contribution to your well-being with simple adjustments.
While finishing (the ridiculous amount of) documents I came across that a copy of all pages of her passport is needed. Now a Thai passport is very thick (66 pages)! As if a Thai teacher from the countryside can fill that in ten years…
Questioner: Ron I am staying in Hua Hin on a retirement visa that expires on January 13, 2025. On December 7, I will leave for Belgium with a re-entry stamp and I will return on January 1, 2025. Given the significant increase of the Thai baht against the euro, I currently do not meet the financial requirements with my monthly income of a few hundred baht. I was previously denied a mixed income. …
In Thailand, before entering houses or small shops, one takes off one's shoes. A custom that especially pleases my wife.
Green curry is a Central Thai recipe. The name is derived from the color of the dish, which comes from green chillies. The curry is normally sharper than the milder red curries. The ingredients – especially the vegetables – are not necessarily fixed in advance.
The uninhabited island of Mu Koh Hong in the south of Thailand belongs to the Hong Islands and is located in the Than Bok Khorani National Park in the province of Krabi. This is a collection of large and small islands such as Koh Lao, Sa Ga, Koh Lao Riam, Koh Pak Ka and Koh Lao Lading.
A Thai legal import company in Chiang Mai is looking for a solution for transporting two full pallets of frozen products from the Netherlands or Belgium to Thailand. With existing containers for Dutch snacks such as croquettes and frikandels, groupage should be possible. Import is completely legal via DOA and Thai FDA permits.
He had always been a champion at solving other people’s problems. In his family and circle of friends, he was the man you could always turn to for help. And he had the energy, the wisdom, and the talent to remove any obstacle for those who asked for it. But gradually and yet rather unexpectedly, his role as Samaritan, as counselor, as sponsor, as pillar of support, as superman without a cape, had come to an end.
In a stuffy Thai bar, Jinda, an unremarkable woman with a worn smile, waits for a customer who never comes. Until an old, life-beaten Farang steps in and turns her world upside down. A story of hope, loneliness and the unexpected power of a look that can change everything.
A driving test in Thailand? Forget it. With a simple theoretical test you can immediately hit the road, practical experience comes later. The result? Chaos on the road, full of tuk-tuks, mopeds and trucks that see traffic rules as optional. A tragicomic survival show, where every ride feels like a gamble with your life at stake. Do you dare to take on the challenge?
The time has almost come, you have finally made the decision after extensive consultation with your partner and thorough analysis of the pros and cons, you have decided to leave the Netherlands behind and make Thailand your new home country.
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