A short report of my trip to ChiangRai where I arrived on July 25th. The preparations in the Netherlands went quite smoothly. I had a re-entry permit, but of course I still had to get a CoE. The first part of the CoE trajectory went quite smoothly.
Many readers of Thailand blog had already noticed, there are quite a few differences at the GGDs when it comes to registering corona vaccinations in the so-called yellow vaccination booklet.
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha wants to procure up to 200 million Covid-19 vaccine doses in preparation for unforeseen emergencies as the pandemic continues to rage unabated in several countries.
Pattaya and Chonburi province are closing checkpoints for inbound and outbound traffic, saying it would only boost the transmission of the virus.
How do you get a Covid-19 English-language insurance statement with $ 100.000 coverage?
On Thailandblog, questions are regularly asked about the English-language insurance statement that shows that you are insured for medical expenses with coverage for Covid-19 of at least $ 100.000. You can request this from your own health insurer, but if you encounter problems, there is an alternative.
Today, the Japanese department store Isetan in Bangkok closes its doors for good after three decades. The department store, which was located in CentralWorld, has many Thai fans and they are very sorry that they can no longer shop there.
The head of Thailand's Eastern Region Hotels Association called on the government to revive its so-called "travel bubbles" plan and allow foreign tourists in before hotel owners start selling their assets to foreign investors.
Thai festival in Germany cancelled
Unfortunately, fans of the Thai festival in Bad Homburg in Germany have been informed that it will not take place this year due to corona measures.
The government will decide tomorrow to lift the curfew and allow most businesses to reopen with the exception of entertainment venues such as bars and pubs and soapy massage parlours, a source said.
Partial solar eclipse over Thailand this month
Thailand will witness a partial solar eclipse later this month, the National Astronomical Institute said.
An overview of the TAT over 60 years
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has issued a special 245-page brochure commemorating the 60th anniversary this year. It is free to view and download. It offers a fascinating look at the history of Thai tourism and the TAT since 1960.
The amazing story of monk Luang Phor Wara
Luang Phor Wara is the abbot of Wat Pho Thong in Bangkok. He is a good monk, many people admire and respect him very much. He has a strong mind because he practices intensive meditation. Through his strong mind, he got to know the story of his own past life.
Despite the corona crisis, I see few shifts in the exchange rate value of the Thai baht. It now fluctuates around 35 baht for 1 euro. I expected that it would go faster because no more tourists go to Thailand. How is it possible that the baht remains so strong?
Reader question: Translate documents
Where can I have my marriage certificate translated into Dutch in the best, fastest and cheapest way? Is this also possible at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand in BKK. Is there a translation agency there?
Reader question: Two friends who want to buy a house in Thailand
I have 2 lesbian friends, who currently live in Crete for 7 years. They then left Belgium for reasons of health of the eldest. The weather conditions in the winter have not been so good in recent years and so they would like to move to Thailand. However, the youngest is only 42 years old and before that I would like to know the opinion of others.
Reader question: Interest on savings at Thai banks
In the Netherlands you (almost) no longer receive interest on your savings. How about in Thailand? Does it make sense to transfer my savings to a Thai bank?
Cough syrup as basis for drug experimentation by Thai teenagers
It is a curious phenomenon that some are always looking for substances that provide a "kick" or can cause a euphoric mood. A new experiment came to light as teens used a house in Banglamung to try different substances to get high.