PCD: 'We ourselves are the cause of smog in Bangkok and not the neighboring countries'
The Pollution Control Department (PCD) is making mincemeat of two Thai professors' claim that the smog (particulate matter) in Bangkok and neighboring provinces partly originates from Cambodia.
Changing rules regarding income and residence in Thailand?
I am now in Thailand for the third time in 2 years and have been staying with my girlfriend for 5 months now. Holds a Non Immigrant O visa until October 3, 2019 and then wants to extend it with extension via immigration. I am seriously thinking about making my stay in Thailand permanent, ie emigrating. I now have a Thai bank account and can park the necessary 800.000 baht on it. Furthermore, I am with pre-pension through the ABP after 41 years of education. But I don't have a state pension yet, I won't get that for another two years.
Savings tips for traveling through Southeast Asia
From taxis to beer, Skyscanner provides tips for those traveling on a budget in Southeast Asia.
Does anyone have experience with Thai Visa Express in Pattaya?
Does anyone have experience with Thai Visa Express? They have an office in Soi 15, near soi Buakhao in Pattaya. Apparently they can mediate for all visa applications.
Air quality in Bangkok and neighboring provinces is still poor
Air quality in Bangkok and neighboring provinces is still poor. However, the level of PM 2,5 particulate matter fell yesterday. Nevertheless, the safety limit of 21 micrograms per cubic meter of air was exceeded at 50 measurement points (the WHO uses a limit of 25).
The well-known pop star is Pichayapa 'Namsai' Natha, of the popular girl group BNK48, has tearfully apologized for wearing a T-shirt with the swastika and the Nazi flag on it during a performance rehearsal.
Reader Submission: Cost of living in Thailand
A contribution is made in response to the cost of living. I live with my Thai wife in the middle of Bangkok in a condo with two bedrooms, gym, garage and swimming pool.
Chulalongkorn, the great king of Siam
Anyone who has been to Thailand before is undoubtedly familiar with the portrait of Chulalongkorn, the king with the drooping moustache. You can see this portrait in many places. Proof that the respect of the Thai for this former king is still very great.
The loyal Thailand blog reader will already know that Lung Addie is an avid biker. If you have the necessary time and want to see, hear, smell and sometimes feel a country, then it is best to do this by motorbike. This time Lung Addie takes us to beautiful places in the Chumphon province.
Advice on inheritance law in Thailand upon death?
We bought a condo in the name of my husband and I and it will be completed in a few months. I have a question whether it is wise, now that we are both still fit, to also transfer the condo to our son's name upon delivery to prevent problems for our son when we die? Does he automatically become the owner in that case according to Thai law or do we have to arrange more?
Is it possible to get a Multi-Entry Visa for Laos?
Does anyone know if it is possible to get a Multi-Entry Visa for Laos? So that it is possible to cross the Nong Khai – Vientiane border several times in a short period of time without having to buy a new visa each time. Unfortunately, communicating with the Lao Embassy in Brussels is not very easy.
Garden party at our resort
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). Until a few years ago, he would never have dared to predict that he would spend the rest of his life in Thailand. However, he has now been living in Thailand for a while and in recent years close to Udonthani. In this episode a small impression of a garden party in our resort.
Will Thailand still be attractive to foreigners in 5 years?
This week, the English language forum Thaivisa published the result of a small survey of readers asking: “Will it be better or worse to live in Thailand in 5 years?”
We had just prepared ourselves for some lessons to the children of this very friendly primary school, there between the rice fields. It would be 3 to 4 lessons, spread over the day, as we were used to.
Question to GP Maarten: I am looking for a cheaper medicine against high cholesterol
A stent was implanted last April and I have suffered from high blood pressure for a long time. I am now taking the following medication. Amlor, half a pill of Nebivolol, and normally also co-lisinopril and Atorvastatin 40 mg. I simply forgot to take the last two to Thailand with me at home. I went to the local doctor here, but apparently he is afraid to change the import medication. That means that I have to pay 1 euro per pill for the Atorvastatin.
The Erawan Museum in Bangkok
Erawan is the Thai name for the elephant Airavata from Hindu mythology. Khun Lek Viriyaphant designed this museum to house his art treasures. Two of his other designs are the Ancient City Muang Boran in Bangkok and the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya.
Apply for Non Immigrant O annual visa, when should the 800.000 baht be in my account?
The first time you apply for an annual visa (and I do that with a Non Immigrant O), the amount must be in your (Thai) account. I have a combination of state pension and savings, enough for BHT 800.000. My Non Immigrant O expires May 1. If I submit the application on, say, April 17, must the amount be due on February 17 (2 months before the application) or only on March 1 (2 months before the Non Immigrant O expires on May 1)?