Tank builder Holvrieka from Emmen has won an order worth tens of millions of euros from Thailand. Beer brewer Singha Corporation is expanding its brewery in Banglen and has ordered 46 stainless steel storage tanks in Emmen.
'Meditation makes people less angry'
With the official inauguration of the Dhammakaya temple, the Belgian town of Lede has a world-class Buddhist center.
Thailand's economy is growing at double digits
Thailand's economy grew by double digits in the first quarter of 2012, despite last year's devastating floods, official data shows. Gross domestic product (GDP) grew 11 percent from the previous quarter, when the economy was already up 10,8 percent, according to the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB). GDP rose 0,3 percent compared to the same period in 2011.
Wonderful short ego video about touristic Thailand
In the series of beautiful videos of Thailand we managed to dig up another one. A very special one this time, because it is a so-called ego video.
The Holland-Belgium House in Pattaya
The number of Dutch and Belgian restaurants in Pattaya is already quite large, I estimate that there are more than 30 such establishments. Most of these are in central Pattaya and Jomtien, but the number in the “Dark Side of Pattaya” (east of Sukhumvit Road) seems to be increasing. One of these is the Holland-Belgium House
On Sunday, Buddhists from all European countries and about thirty monks from Thailand are expected in Lede, Belgium
Statement of the week: 'A Dutch person living in Thailand should be able to speak Thai.'
Wouldn't a permanent stay in Thailand be much more enjoyable if you master the Thai language? This question often crossed my mind during my wintering in Thailand.
Brit with roasted fetuses arrested
Thai police in the capital Bangkok have arrested a 28-year-old Briton of Taiwanese descent who was carrying six roasted human fetuses in a suitcase.
Rent a moped in Pattaya
Recently Khun Peter wrote a nice story about the joys of a motorbike (moped) that he had rented in Hua Hin. It is an easy means of transport and if you can adapt a little to Thai traffic behavior you can enjoy it during your holiday
What are the differences between the church in Thailand, which I belong to, and the church in the Netherlands, which I used to belong to? Here's my personal top 5:
Daily life in Northern Thailand (video)
It is clear that life in North and Northeast Thailand is completely different from big cities such as Bangkok, Hua Hin, Chiang Mai and Pattaya. Many people choose to ignore the Isaan, as the flat (farmers) country is called. They go from the Suvarnabhumi directly to the tourist areas. And take their photos and videos there.
Versatile Bangkok (video)
Thanks to digital technology, more and more 'amateurs' are able to make beautiful video reports. This video about street life in Bangkok also belongs in the well-made category.
Star Alliance, the largest airline group in the world, which also includes Thai Airways, wants to double the number of member companies within ten years.
Statement of the week: Thai traffic is dangerous!
The above statement is always good for heated discussions at birthdays and other parties of Dutch people living in Thailand. When you look at the statistics you should see that there are many road deaths in Thailand. This figure is of course high because helmets are usually not worn.
After Rabobank announced earlier that it would block debit cards for cash withdrawals outside Europe, ABN AMRO will also introduce this measure. Tourists who go to Thailand with their Rabopas will therefore no longer be able to use their debit card from June 1, unless the Rabopas is first activated.
Wintering in Pattaya (as we do)
Wintering in Thailand. Yes, a fun activity, I can say that and that's why I want to tell you something about it.
The Dutch Embassy presents: Sonny Boy
The EU film festival will visit the Thai cities of Bangkok and Chiang Mai at the end of May and the beginning of June. The festival is all about 'Love'. In this context, the Dutch Embassy presents the film Sonny Boy.