News from Thailand – August 19, 2012
Two primary school students aged 10 and one aged 12 looted their school in Udon Thani and then tried to set it on fire. Why? Because a teacher had dared to scold a student who had climbed a tree.
Tourists killed in fire at disco Phuket
Four people died in a fire at Tiger bar and nightclub on Bangla Road in Patong (Phuket). At least 20 people were injured, some seriously.
News from Thailand – August 9, 2012
The two men responsible for the death of Australian travel agent Michelle Elizabeth Smith in Phuket were sentenced to life in prison yesterday.
Dick's Thai Prose (Part 1)
Dick van der Lugt writes a daily mini-column on Thailandblog's Facebook page about what he sees, hears and experiences in Thailand.
Whiskey magnate builds his empire
The 68-year-old Charoen Sirivadhanabhakadi is invariably referred to in the media as a 'whisky tycoon'. However, his five children prefer 'business tycoon', because the company he runs, the TCC group, does much more than just sell whisky.
Dutch pastry chef in Bangkok
The celebration of a birthday in the Netherlands (usually) starts in the evening with coffee and cake. When all the expected guests have arrived, they gradually move on to “something stronger”, accompanied by nuts, cheese cubes and other snacks.
HIV inhibitor Truvada can help prevent infection. But the pill is too expensive for the developing world and gives a false sense of security.
If you want to bring family or a partner over from Thailand, he or she is required to have a visa. In many cases you will also have to deal with a financial guarantee.
Airberlin improves comfort at distant destinations
Airberlin is an old acquaintance for many Thailand travelers. For years it was possible to fly with Airberlin directly from Dusseldorf to Bangkok. Usually at a competitive price. Unfortunately, this situation is a thing of the past.
News from Thailand – June 28, 2012
Orient Thai Airlines has been using the old Don Mueang airport for its domestic flights since Tuesday evening, but that is not the case.
The English version of the special app for children from Het Oogziekenhuis Rotterdam has been launched in Bangkok.
Dutch Heritage in Ayutthaya Week – 8-10 June 2012
Ayutthaya organizes the Dutch heritage week from June 8-10.
What are the differences between the church in Thailand, which I belong to, and the church in the Netherlands, which I used to belong to? Here's my personal top 5:
By bike to Thailand
Bart Vanden Hautte (31) leaves today from the Belgian Maarkedal on a journey by bicycle. It won't be just any trip. He travels to Thailand by bicycle. Good for 18.000 kilometers or ten months of cycling.
News from Thailand – April 25, 2012
The International Court of Justice in The Hague will probably rule in the first half of 2013 on the ownership of the 4,6 square kilometers at Hindu temple Preah Vihear, which is claimed by Thailand and Cambodia.
Thailandfair 2012, Beursgebouw Eindhoven
The fifth edition of the Thailandfair will take place from 20 to 22 April in the Beursgebouw Eindhoven. Participants from all over Europe present themselves for three days at the largest Thailand event in the Benelux.
Malaria parasite becomes drug resistant
A new study shows that the deadliest malaria parasite is becoming increasingly resistant to artemisinin, the main drug against malaria.