Chadchart Sittipunt's landslide victory in Bangkok's gubernatorial election was the result of strategic voting by pro-democracy supporters, and will be repeated in the next national election, according to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
Agenda: N/A Bangkok Super Summer BBQ, register now!
It is a tradition of the NVT to close the association year with a BBQ. This year we do that together with the NTCC and of course everyone is welcome, including non-members!
Thailand Visa question No. 145/22: 6 months Thailand
I want to go to Thailand for 6 months in July. Which visa do I need to stay in Thailand for 6 months? I was thinking about the tourist visa for 2 months (60 days) plus one month extension in Thailand? So 90 days in total. Is it possible to get 6 months with a visa run?
I departed from NL on the 14th, arrive on the 15th of February. I'm leaving on March 15 shortly after midnight (March 15 AM, so just to be clear). No problems until the last check. Then suddenly there was a lady who could not count. I even had 1 day of slack. But a superior was called in and then it took at least 20 minutes before I was allowed through.
My wife and I have been coming to Thailand for vacation almost every year since the 80s, and it was quite easy to apply for a visa and later quite easy to apply for a longer period. (1 year). I find out that my little knowledge of the internet does not help me to travel to Thailand.
The rainy season in Thailand
Travelers and tourists planning a holiday to Thailand would like to know when the rainy season in Thailand starts. Understandable because if you come from the Netherlands you have usually seen enough rain and you especially want a clear blue sky with an exuberant sunshine.
I often hear that if you haven't been to Isaan, you haven't seen the 'real' Thailand. Maybe so, but the Isaan is very big. What is recommended. Ubon? Udon? Korat?
A fun day out, especially for children. is a visit to the Bung Chawak Aquarium in Suphan Buri about 160 kilometers northwest of Bangkok.
A question about the AOW upon emigration to Thailand
I will have to decide in due course whether I will live full-time in Thailand or remain registered in the Netherlands. There have already been several AOW articles for "advanced persons" here, but it is not clear to me how much AOW someone who lives in Thailand and has been deregistered in the Netherlands receives net.
Thailand sees the end of Covid-19 measures: Face masks may be taken off half a month earlier
As daily COVID-19 infections continue to fall, optimism is growing that the disease will soon be labeled endemic. The Ministry of Health now expects the transition to the endemic phase to take place half a month earlier than expected. The mouth mask advice will therefore be limited.
Questioner: Gert Is it possible to apply for a tourist visa for visiting family from abroad via the E-visa system of the Thai embassy in The Hague? I am traveling from Taiwan and also returning to Taiwan after 7 weeks. According to the website it is not possible, but maybe there is a way. I also wonder if I can find a sample letter of the invitation letter somewhere. Hopefully you can help me…
Question to GP Maarten: My penis curls up
Here's a weird topic. I am 63 years old and my penis has curled up for six months. He has only 60% of his length and thickness.
Thailand Visa Question No. 142/22: Visa Exemption
Which documents etc. do I need to extend my 30 days (without visa) by another 30 days at immigration.
Book review: Thai cuties
The book 'Thai cuties' by Charles Schwietert is the umpteenth in the series of books about the relationships between farang and Thai ladies. The book is a representation of true events and that always gives an extra dimension to the story.
Thai cuisine: overrated
It is an open door to state on Thailandblog that Thai cuisine is overvalued by many. Yet a certain top chef -whom I know well- is of that opinion because according to him it is all very little culinary. Recently had a whole discussion with him about this and on a number of points our mutual opinions differed widely.
Can my Thai wife drive in Belgium as a tourist?
Next July I will be going to Belgium with my Thai wife for six weeks. She is in possession of a Thai driver's license. Is there a system or possibility to let them drive in Belgium as well? I mean with a tourist driver's license or something, does this exist?