Thailand in 2013
Every year we faithfully travel to Thailand. We partly make a tourist tour, partly we visit my wife's family. This year was the first time that my two eldest sons from my first marriage (both 11 years old) were allowed to join us by their mother. They had never been on leave with us outside Europe and their expectations were therefore high…
Thailand warned of Turkish attacks
Singapore's intelligence service has warned Thailand about three Turks who may want to carry out attacks in Thailand. These attacks should mainly affect Chinese interests in Thailand. The Turks want to strike against the Chinese for the oppression of the Uighurs, a Turkish people from the Chinese autonomous region of Sinkiang (Xinjiang).
Poem about partial solar eclipse in Thailand
Coincidentally, I read about the solar eclipse that would be visible on March 9 from Indonesia and the Philippines. From the meager information I could find I deduced that there would be a chance that we could also see it in Chiang Dao, where we were at the time. Although not completely, but a partial eclipse is also worthwhile.
In Thailand, the worst drought in twenty years continues to spread. There is a lack of water in many areas. So far, 4355 Thai villages have been declared disaster areas. They get help from the government.
Reader Submission: Condominium Buying and Will
First of all I would like to thank all the people who gave valuable advice to my questions. They were specific questions so I really needed a good and reliable lawyer to record everything neatly on paper. Because there were two persons who Mr. Surasak Klinsmith recommended from Siam Eastern Law I contacted him.
Reader question: Looking for a good hotel in Ubon Ratchathani
I would like to go to Thailand in April. But I am looking for a good hotel or resort where I can stay with my girlfriend and her child.
Reader question: Kanchanaburi with private tour or not?
At the end of April I will go to Thailand with my girlfriend for 17 days (4 days Bangkok, 4 days Chiang Rai and 7 days Hua Hin).
I am a Dutch man living in Thailand for 8 months and in the Netherlands for 4 months. Married to a Thai in November 2014. This Thai has a 20-year-old daughter who studies at Chiang Rai University, where she also lives.
I have approached the embassy via email about the income statement. They inform me that I need a fully certified salary statement in English and advise me to contact the organization that provides my income. These organizations are ABP and SVB.
Reader question: Is there a driving school in Hua Hin or Cha-am that teaches in English?
I would like to know if there is a driving school in Cha-Am/Hua Hin that teaches in English?
Belgians are the richest Europeans
Belgian households have an average net worth of 451.000 euros. This makes them the richest Europeans. The Dutch are in second place, according to a survey by ING.
Fresh herring from the Netherlands available from Pim's widow
Unfortunately, Pim is no longer alive, but his famous herring remains available in Thailand. Before his death, Pim transferred his knowledge to Kaew, Pim's partner. She has now taken over the herring trade and ensures the quality you are used to.
Euro to lowest level in months
Anyone who is going to exchange money in Thailand will see that they get a lesser exchange rate than a while ago. The euro is now around 38,55 baht. Has the baht become more expensive? No, the value of the euro fell sharply on Tuesday afternoon. It reached the lowest level against the dollar since the end of April.
Cremation Pim Hoonhout on November 11
The editors received the message that Pim Hoonhout will be cremated on Wednesday, November 11 at 15.00 p.m. in the temple of Khao Tao.
Highest land price in Thailand: Silom business center (1 million baht per square wah)
The Silom business center in Bangkok Thailand has the highest land price of it. A square wah* of land costs one million baht. The Ratchadamri area comes second with 900.000 baht per square wah.
"Wang Ta Ching" in Thailand
Wang ta Ching is a dietary supplement made from special herbs based on ancient Chinese recipes.
Holidaymakers panic over broken smartphone
Imagine going on holiday to Thailand and you lose your smartphone or it breaks. Do you know all the important phone numbers by heart? Or do you have it ready somewhere?