The Thai flag has been in use for 100 years today
The Thai flag, the Thong Trairong, has been in use for exactly 28 years today, September 100. The national flag of Thailand consists of five horizontal stripes of red, white, blue, white and red.
The ambitious plans for high-speed lines in Thailand
In the coming months, the first plans will be concretely implemented and the first high-speed line between Bangkok and Korat will be built. This does not mean that no further action will be taken in the meantime. Bangkok will have to be connected to Rayong with the “spearhead” Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) by means of a HSL.
Reader submission: File ABN-AMRO
Several people have posted here about ABN-AMRO's cancellation of their bank account. I myself was also stunned about the cancellation, especially because in April I had asked an ABN-AMRO branch about the cancellation, no not for you, your account is active due to the many debits and receipts. Yet I also received the letter on July 19, which was dated June 29. So almost 1 month on the road.
Female human trafficker from Uzbekistan arrested in Thailand
It is not often read, but a woman has been arrested in Thailand, who lured women to Thailand with the promise of a well-paid job. This 41-year-old woman from Uzbekistan promised women from her country work in Thailand, but ended up in forced prostitution there.
Thai Garden and the family day
Many visitors to Thailand will not be unfamiliar with the name Thai Garden in Pattaya. In the past, artists from the Netherlands could be accommodated there for performances for the NVTP. Almost completely selfless as support to the Dutch association in Pattaya.
An interview in The Pattaya Guide with bargirl Pimchan (34)
It is always interesting to browse the free Pattaya Guides. These are located at a number of hotels, restaurants and shopping centers. These can be taken for free. They consist of several parts, a foldout map, a part since 2004 and a part Nightlife. The latter contained an interview.
Death in Thailand
A subject that people don't think much about or want to think about. A distinction must then be made between expats who live here and holidaymakers. As far as the latter are concerned, most of them have taken out good travel insurance, so that in addition to the grief, there is no great burden of arranging everything in a country where the language is not spoken.
New attraction in Pattaya: 'Sea-Walking'
A new attraction has been added to the wide range of recreational opportunities in Pattaya, it is “Sea-Walking”. A number of companies see a gap in the market here and offer it. However, at the insistence of the tourist police, 17 entrepreneurs have been invited to the police station on Beach Road, Soi 9, to talk about the set-up and organization of “Sea-Walking”.
Why are Thais robbing their own government?
Thai society is divided, the government does very little for its own population and politicians fail to do so. Chris de Boer outlines the background to corruption in the government apparatus.
Hunting illegal workers in Thailand
For some time there has been a hunt for illegal workers in Thailand. In particular, many Cambodians were tracked down and deported from the country. In no way was a solution sought in a decent manner or a work permit issued.
More frequent reports of rabies by holidaymakers to the Allianz Global Assistance emergency center
Bitten by a stray dog, stolen luggage, or hospitalization, not every holiday goes smoothly, so it's nice if you can call the emergency center of travel insurer Allianz Global Assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week for help and advice.
Monkeys in Thailand, innocent fun or dangerous?
In Thailand and the rest of Asia you come across many macaques, a typical monkey species. They usually hang out at temples and they are a real nuisance. What many tourists do not know is that it is better to keep these apparently cute monkeys at a distance because they spread life-threatening diseases for people.
Yingluck's 'disappearance' from the Thai political sphere is the best case scenario for this government. If she went to jail, she would be a political martyr, and if found not guilty of alleged crimes, her political prestige would be elevated, which could divert attention from the junta's agenda and reforms.
Stock trading on the Thai Stock Exchange
The Thaivisa forum page asked how to act if one wants to invest or trade stocks on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. A lively discussion ensued with advice of many kinds, in which the pitfalls were not avoided.
Accidents at sea in Thailand
Although it is not always safe to travel on land, the necessary events also take place at sea. Part of it is due to not following the weather forecasts. As a result, risks are taken that could have been avoided.
Will there be a Thai Rijkswaterstaat after all?
It seems that the ongoing flooding - especially in the northeast of Thailand - with poor prospects in the near future, is now also the full attention of Prime Minister Prayut. Last week he allegedly decided to use his authority to finally set up a national body for water management in Thailand through Article 44 of the interim constitution.
Pattaya city government versus citizens
The Pattaya city council is always trying to "clean up" the city through measures. However, the performance does not always reflect correct insight or agreements. And where citizens ask for action, the municipality declines and does nothing.