News from Thailand – November 24, 2013
Today in news from Thailand:
• South is severely affected by flooding
• Farmers get paid for their paddy again
• Bangkok purchases six aquatic weed harvesters
Pattaya, 70 plus and 70 min
We have been on it for more than 16 years in Pattaya. At least almost. Enjoy for a few more months now. And I can tell you, it was not a "long sit". On the contrary, we have really enjoyed Pattaya all these years.
Russian dairy in Pattaya
Well, why not, eh? We have our Dutch coffee, meatballs, cheese, the Germans buy their German bread and beer here, the English drink their own tea and cider, the French can enjoy their baguette, camembert and wine. the Russians can now buy their own Russian dairy products.
2500 monks pray at the Royal Plaza for peace and unity
Will the final reckoning take place today with the 'Thaksin regime', as the anti-government groups call the current government? The three groups, who have previously held separate rallies on Ratchadamnoen Avenue, have joined forces and hope to mobilize 1 million people.
Nok Air flight deals: save up to 70%
Nok Air has some interesting fares, such as the 990 baht offers to Myanmar and some destinations in Thailand.
I would like to know if you bring cash to Thailand, is it better to do it in euros or in US dollars? This is due to a favorable exchange rate.
How happy can you be with a simple plate of food
Thomas Elshout has been cycling through South-East Asia on a tandem since last month and invites volunteers along the way to jump on the back for charity. He keeps us informed on Thailandblog.
News from Thailand – November 23, 2013
Today in New from Thailand:
• Comment: Waterworks hearings are a farce
• 7-year-old boy used as a drug courier
• Dead and injured in feuds between vocational schools
Thai music or porn? (video)
Thailand has strict rules about what can be shown on TV. These rules are quite prudish and to get around this a lot of sexy video clips are posted on YouTube.
Flooding in southern provinces of Thailand
Much flooding and flooding in the southernmost provinces of Thailand. In the municipality of Nakhon Si Thammarat, the water is 1 meter high in the streets. A crocodile has escaped from the flood in Yala province.
Protesters threaten to cut off water and electricity
Cutting off electricity and water to government offices and the Prime Minister's residence may be the next step in the protest against the Yingluck government. Sunday is 'major battle day' and Monday the demonstrators will march through Bangkok in twelve groups.
Reader question: How can I receive Thai channels in the Netherlands with cable or dish?
I want to be able to receive Thai TV in the Netherlands for my girlfriend. We have already done that via the internet with DooTV and so on, but the quality is below par. So no more Thai TV via the internet for me.
Agenda: Sinterklaas party in Bangkok, Hua Hin and Pattaya
Sinterklaas is very busy this year in Thailand. First he goes to Pattaya on November 28, then to Bangkok on December 5 and to Hua Hin on December 6 and of course he also takes the cozy Zwarte Pieten with him.
European Parliament elections: Expats in Thailand must register
Dutch voters living in Thailand must first register to participate in the elections.
Protected pangolins intercepted in Thailand (video)
Thai Customs seized 122 pangolins this morning. Some of the animals belong to the endangered species in which trade is prohibited.
The Thai armed forces speak
A spokesman for Thailand's defense ministry went public today for the first time to directly criticize the ongoing political unrest.
News from Thailand – November 22, 2013
Today in News from Thailand:
• Police: Do not go to demonstration on Ratchadamnoen Avenue on Sunday
• Prince Mahidol Award for Belgian doctor
• Snorkers are banned from Suvarnabhumi