In response to all the questions that come up on this forum regarding visas, residence permits, etc. Can someone tell me why the Thai government is so difficult/complicated in these matters?

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We want to go back to Thailand, where my wife and I went about 15 years ago. Then traveling around with the two of us, without bookings, just on spec. Check a few hotels and pick the nicest one.

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Fair butterfly meets girl from Naklua (part 9)

By Frans Amsterdam
Posted in Column, French Amsterdam
July 23, 2015

The sister was right on time this time. She wore a long blue robe that reached almost to the floor. Only occasionally were the probably culturally appropriate sandals visible. This woman did not walk, she strode on, floating up the steps leading to the bar.

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More and more attractive early bird rates are coming to Thailand. That means paying a lot less now and flying cheaply to Bangkok in the fall or winter.

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Thailand is betting on solar energy

By Editorial
Posted in News from Thailand
July 23, 2015

Thailand wants to use solar energy with the construction of solar parks. By the end of this year, the country will generate more green electricity via solar panels than all other countries in the region combined.

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Win a trip to Thailand for two people

By Gringo
Posted in Research
July 23, 2015

A friend in Belgium drew my attention to a Facebook posting of “Win ​​me”, in which it was said that everyone has a chance to win a trip to Thailand for two people worth no less than € 6.500.

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The Dutch want WiFi and gadgets on holiday

By Editorial
Posted in Research
July 23, 2015

At least 62 percent of Dutch holidaymakers find WiFi at their holiday address very important. People use WiFi mainly to check their e-mail and 44% also to send WhatsApp messages.

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Reader Question: First time to Phuket

By Submitted Message
Posted in Reader question
July 23, 2015

We are going to Phuket on Tuesday 28 July. Where is the best place to exchange money and what should I be aware of if I want to take a taxi from the airport to my hotel (5 people)?

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Reader question: WAO and tax in Thailand

By Submitted Message
Posted in Reader question
July 23, 2015

I have read the tax file carefully. However, I am still missing one option, namely the WAO. I'm in the WAO. Now for 50% but stand on the nomination to be completely rejected.

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The Bangkok Municipal Water Board (MWA) is proposing a price for households and businesses that conserve water.

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Our first self-made “company profile” is not about a company, but about a Dutch foundation that is involved in development projects under the name Philanthropy Connections.

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Finally the time has come and I will be retiring soon and of course I want to enjoy the most of that time in Thailand. I now wonder what kind of visa I can best take, I will explain my plans.

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Reader question: Learn Thai language

By Submitted Message
Posted in Reader question
July 22, 2015

Since I don't have daily Thai contact or pronunciation, just like you do on your holiday in Thailand, I'm looking for an opportunity to learn to follow conversations and to have conversations. Either speak sentences and understand other Thai.

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Who has experience with the operation of solar panels? I mean placing and collecting energy efficiency from solar panels in Thailand?

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Reggae music in Thailand: “Job 2 Do”

By Gringo
Posted in The Culture, Music
July 21, 2015

When I watched a video on this blog about Koh Phayam this week, I noticed the music that was put under it. I liked it and wanted to know more about it. It turned out to be a song from “Job 2 Do”. Whose? Yes, never heard of: “Job 2 Do ? Well, neither do I!

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Thailand's State-owned Transport Co plans to launch a bus service to three countries. Passengers can then easily travel by bus from Thailand to Laos and Vietnam and vice versa.

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Tourist boat stranded in Pattaya

By Gringo
Posted in Short news
July 21, 2015

A double-decker tourist boat named “Iti Under 4” stranded on Pattaya beach near Soi 13 on Sunday evening. People on the beach and boardwalk saw the boat approaching at considerable speed and managed to get to safety in time.

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