I am in possession of the book Thai love (Dutch). Now I have only read on the blog that a Thai version has also been released.
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13 schoolchildren and two teachers dead in Prachin Buri bus crash
February 28 2014
A collision between a coach and a truck at 5am this morning in Prachin Buri left 15 people dead and 40 injured.
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News from Thailand – February 28, 2014
February 28 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Red shirts build concrete wall in front of corruption committee office
• Salty seawater threatens drinking water in Bangkok; water shortage elsewhere
• TV debate Prime Minister Yingluck and action leader Suthep unlikely
Black Mountain Golf Course in Hua Hin (video)
February 28 2014
Hua Hin is richly endowed with first class golf courses. One of the most beautiful is Black Mountain and for good reason. Black Mountain was voted “Best Golf Course in Thailand” in 2011 and 2012.
Agenda: Pattaya Music Festival March 21 – 23, 2014
February 28 2014
One of the best events in Pattaya is the annual International Music Festival. It is perhaps the best music event in Asia and attracts music lovers from all over the world.
An evening at the embassy
February 28 2014
The Dutch embassy is located on Wireless Road in Bangkok like a jewel sandwiched between the residence and the chancery of the Americans. Rightly as a jewel, because that's what it is.
Re-entry permit in Pattaya
February 27 2014
The Immigration office in Jomtien, probably like all other Immigration offices in Thailand, is an inexhaustible source of stories.
I'm looking for furniture stores in the Phimai/Khorat area. No Ikea, but solid teak or other hardwood (beds, cupboards, tables, etc.).
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Reader question: Why are the wines in cartons disappearing from the shelves in Thailand?
February 27 2014
Everywhere the wines in cardboard (5 liters) disappear from the shelves. At Big C, Lotus and Makro. What is going on?
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Bangkok train hits motorcyclist (video)
February 27 2014
A bizarre video of an accident in Bangkok. Ignoring a level crossing secured with barriers is not only dangerous, but also very stupid.
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Statement of the week: 'The 'Land of Smiles' does not exist and never has existed.'
February 27 2014
Do you enjoy Thailand? I give it to you wholeheartedly. I also enjoy Thailand but for years now with an increasingly heavy and sad heart. My original image of 'The Land of Smiles' has been shattered for years.
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News from Thailand (incl. Bangkok Shutdown and Elections)
February 27 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• Lampang and Phrae covered in smoke from forest fires
• Monks plead for peaceful resolution
• Red shirts close office corruption committee
The issuance of promissory notes seems to be as much of a flop as previous attempts by the government to find money to pay the farmers who have been waiting months for their money.
Calendar: Chiang Mai Fest 2014 on March 1 & 2
February 27 2014
Culture and music enthusiasts should check out the Chiang Mai Fest at the Promenada Resort Mall this coming weekend.
Back again: Etihad Open Jaw return ticket Bangkok € 455
February 27 2014
You could wait for it, Etihad Airways has very good Open Jaw deals again that you can enjoy if you want to go to Thailand cheaply!
Editor's note: Visa file revised
February 26 2014
Last year, Thailandblog started to compile a few files on subjects that are often the subject of questions. The dossiers are written by bloggers who are experts in the relevant field. Ronny Mergits has updated the Thailand visa file with the help of blogger MACB.
Reader question: Can I use my Thai debit Master Card in Belgium?
February 26 2014
My question is simple. Can I use my Thai debit Master Card in Belgium? I have an account with Bangkok Bank and SCB bank.
