Bangkok, the vibrant capital of Thailand, has taken fourth place in the list of most searched for tourist cities online in 2023. Thanks to its fascinating mix of historic temples, modern architecture and vibrant culture, as highlighted by eDreams Odigeo's global research, Bangkok shines as a top destination in Asia and enjoys global recognition.
Discover the flavors of Pattaya at the 15th Naklua Walk and Eat Festival, taking place in December 2023 and January 2024. Enjoy street food, fresh seafood and local delicacies, complemented by musical performances, every weekend from 16.00pm at Lanpho Naklua Market. An unmissable festival for gourmets and culture lovers!
Melvin writes about his experiences with online dating. After I created my profile, and neatly posted an honest picture of myself there, I immediately received a lot of 'interest' messages on the first day. You definitely get four or five a day. In the beginning I was a bit confused by these many interests, partly because I was not used to it.
A reader says that when applying for a (year) extension, one should not forget the original E-visa on paper. Apparently, applicants have already been turned back for this reason in Jomtien, among other places.
Where can you obtain a statement confirming that your spouse does not work or has no income in Thailand?
TM 30 Immigration Bangkok. Because I spent almost 2 weeks elsewhere in Thailand and had no internet there, I was a bit behind with Thailandblog. While reading through it now, I came across an article several times about TM3o, the form that the manager of your place of residence (hotel, family or partner) must submit to immigration within a few days of arrival. If this is not done, the manager will be responsible for a fine of THB 1.500.
Hereby “my” house in Thailand or of my girlfriend. We built it in a period of 3 years building. Again and again with a part of about 800 euros built a part.
If you are going to withdraw cash in Thailand with your debit card, always choose the option 'withdrawal without conversion', instead of 'dynamic currency conversion'. In the first case, your own bank calculates the exchange rate. For larger amounts, this is more favorable for your wallet.
Short on time tonight but still want to eat some delicious Thai food? This chicken recipe is ready in just 20 minutes. This light Thai curry full of crunchy vegetables is healthy too!
The baht buses in Pattaya are convenient and cheap, provided you know how they work, otherwise you will quickly pay too much. Explore Pattaya and Jomtien in the most authentic and budget-friendly way with the iconic Bahtbus. For just 10 Baht, this unique form of public transport provides access to all major destinations in the region.
We are going to Thailand for a week, we will take a reasonable amount of euros with us and exchange it there. Now a friend of my wife told me today that they do not accept 200€ notes, only 100, 50, 20, etc.
While exploring the mobile market in Thailand, we came across an astonishing discovery: huge price differences for tourist SIM cards. Our story starts at Suvarnabhumi Airport, where we bought a SIM card, and takes a surprising turn at a local store.
The 2023 Pattaya International Fireworks Festival will take place from November 24-25, 2023 on Pattaya Beach. The fireworks show includes five pyrotechnic shows from different participating countries every evening. The program is attached. Entrance is free. Be on time, it will be busy and leave the car at home because you will no longer find free parking spaces.
Koh Pha Ngan (or Koh Phangan) is an atmospheric island in the Gulf of Thailand in the Southeast. The main reason to visit the island is the beautiful unspoiled beaches.
The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) has reached a milestone in the fight against online fraud. Their Anti Online Scam Operation Center (AOC) has frozen as many as 2.004 bank accounts linked to online scams. This action, taken within just 15 minutes of notification, marks a significant acceleration in response time.
We Dutch are not known as generous givers, yet tipping is customary and desirable in many countries. But, nothing is as complicated as tipping. After all, it is a voluntary contribution to show your appreciation. How much do you give in Thailand and what is correct?
Wherever you go on holiday in the world, you will find scammers everywhere who prey on tourists. Likewise in Thailand. This article provides insight into the most common scams in Thailand. It is mainly intended to warn the unsuspecting tourist.
