Following Barend's story about his son Ivo, who ended up in a juvenile detention center for a while (see episode 80), Jan Si Thep also made a “confession”. His wife's son came into contact with the police years ago and got off less easily than Ivo. The end of the song was a two-week stay in an army education camp.
I would like to buy a house in Chiang Mai or Nan but as a foreigner I have to take a lease for 30 years, but I would rather marry my Thai girlfriend for more security, so what should I do to get married there?
In the Netherlands it is not unusual to have a bank account in the names of both partners. My girlfriend obviously has her own bank account.
I have an account with Bangkok Bank. All fine and there are no problems.
Lake Nong Harn in Udon Thani province turns into a sea of red water lilies every year. The legend of Phadeang and Nang Ai makes a visit to the lake even more attractive, writes Gringo
Does anyone have any experience with getting a mortgage (in the Netherlands) to finance a home in Thailand? By the way, is this a first mortgage, or is only a loan possible?
I recently made 2 visits to my tax office here in Prachuap Khiri Khan. I wanted more clarity about the new tax rules 2024, also known as “Tue. Por. P161/2566” as well as on the tax treaty between NL and Thailand from 1975, which is now the applicable law. Here is a brief report on the second visit. I will report on the first visit in another post.
Also read Erik Kuijpers and Lammert de Haan's comments on Eddy's article.
The Ministry of Health has revealed a recent study showing that headaches, constipation and muscle cramps are main complaints during the summer months. The study, which included 682 people, also shows significant concern about the impact of extreme heat, prompting many respondents to take preventative health measures.
I have a non-imm annual visa. O multiple valid until July 6. I can then make a border run just before it expires, then I still get 90 days. That is not enough to apply for a new annual visa (or a tourist visa).
Does that have to be done in the Netherlands? to happen? Is it also possible in Laos Savanakhet? or by computer behind the VPN at the Thai embassy in The Hague?
My sister's Dutch son has been living and working in Thailand for 10 years. She wants to visit him for 6 months. We already found out that she can come for 90 days on a Non Immigrant O7 visa. (stay with non-Thai family living in Thailand).
Today on Thailandblog we pay attention to the book “Killing Smile”. It is an intriguing crime story set in Bangkok and written by Canadian author Christopher G. Moore.
In episode 86 of this series, Do van Drunen told about his brand new Fortuner that was declared a total loss after being under water for 3 days in a parking garage in Bangkok. It was clear that this mouse would get a tail, because he now had to negotiate with the dealer in Cha-Am about a new Fortuner. What came as surprises then can only be called special.
This time a special dish from Isaan: Suea rong hai (howling tiger), in Thai: เสือ ร้องไห้ A delicacy with a beautiful legend about the name. Suea rong hai is a popular dish from the Northeast of Thailand (Isaan). It is grilled beef (the brisket), seasoned with spices and served with sticky rice and other dishes. The name is based on a local myth, the “howling tiger”.
I want to stay in Pattaya for 10 days soon and also rent a car. Does anyone know a good car rental company?
The province of Krabi is located in the south of Thailand on the Andaman Sea. It is home to some breathtaking scenery and vistas. Especially the typical vegetated limestone rocks that tower high above sea level are beautiful to see. Krabi also has beautiful beaches, idyllic islands, but also a warm, hospitable population. All this ensures an unforgettable stay in this tropical paradise.
After 4 years and few kilometers, the battery of my Toyota Hilux has failed. Now an uncle told my wife that it is better to buy a dry battery than a wet battery?
Only 12 kilometers from the center of the city of Buriram, in the district of Huai Rat, lies the quiet village of Sanuan Nok. It has only 150 inhabitants, but is known for the opportunity to spend a weekend there and learn about sericulture (raising silkworms) and silk weaving.
