The Thai gossip paradise for Dutch and Belgian expats
On the terraces of Pattaya you often see them sitting: the Dutch and Belgian expats who spend their retirement in the tropics. What once started as a dream of freedom and adventure, has now degenerated into a daily ritual of drinking and gossip. With sharp tongues and endless stories, every rumor is magnified and discussed, as if it were art.
Contact sought with Dutch and/or Belgians in KhonKaen
For 2 years now I have been living with my young family in Thailand, KhonKaen province, on the edge of a village. I speak the language here myself, but I am starting to long more and more to be able to talk to Dutch or Belgians again.
Flemish and Dutch catering industry (restaurants and bars) in Pattaya, Jomtien and Naklua
In Naklua, Jomtien and Pattaya you will find a surprising mix of Dutch and Flemish restaurants, perfect for expats and tourists looking for a piece of home in tropical Thailand. From cozy pubs with bitterballen and Heineken to Belgian beers and Flemish fries, these places offer a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy European comfort, with the warm beaches of Pattaya in the background.
Where in Korat can I meet Dutch people?
I stay in Korat for a few months each year, not too far from Save One Nightmarket. I assume there are more Dutch people staying in Korat? Are there perhaps places in Korat where Dutch people meet?
Record number of dengue reports among Dutch travelers: Eurocross and LUMC start investigation
Dutch travelers are increasingly being affected by dengue, with almost as many reports this year as in all of 2023. The Eurocross emergency center expects that the number of cases will exceed 200 for the first time. A study is now being started together with the LUMC to better understand the disease and reduce its impact on Dutch patients.
Drama in Thai cave: Dutch women narrowly escape death
An exciting excursion to Nam Talu Cave in Thailand's Khao Sok National Park turned into a nightmare. Two Dutch women (19 and 23) narrowly escaped death after their guide was swept away by a flash flood and drowned. The women suffered minor injuries and were hospitalized, while the rest of the group was unharmed.
We are sometimes surprised by the sometimes bizarre eating habits of Thais. But how do foreigners view the food that Dutch people put in their mouths? Foreigners often find our culinary choices as bizarre as the idea of a Thai person walking outside with sunglasses and an umbrella.
In 2023, one in five Dutch people chose not to go on holiday. Figures from Statistics Netherlands show that older people and people with a lower income in particular stayed at home more often. Health and financial constraints were the most commonly cited reasons. Even though the number of people staying at home has decreased since 2020, a significant number prefer to stay at home.
This summer more Dutch people are going on holiday than ever before. As many as 73 percent are planning a trip, an increase from 65 percent last year. Popular destinations within and outside Europe range from the Netherlands and Germany to the US and Thailand. Despite increased prices and extreme temperatures, the desire to travel remains as strong as ever.
The Dutch war cemeteries in Kanchanaburi
A visit to Kanchanaburi War Cemetery is a captivating experience. In the bright, shimmering light of the Brazen Ploert blazing mercilessly overhead, it seems that row upon row of the clean-lined uniform gravestones in the trimmed lawns reach to the horizon. Despite the traffic in the adjacent streets, it can sometimes be very quiet. And that's great because this is a place where memory slowly but surely turns into history...
Holiday bookings will go through the roof in 2024: Dutch people choose sunny destinations despite price increases
In 2024, holiday bookings have become more popular for the first time since the corona pandemic, a trend driven by Dutch people eager to go to sunny foreign destinations, despite higher travel costs.
What I have with Belgians...
Peter has a thing for Belgians, in this article he writes what exactly that is. And he makes a surprising revelation at the end.
Aaron, a Dutch retiree, has consciously chosen a retired life. Far from the hustle and bustle, in the middle of the tranquility of Sattahip, he surrounds himself with nature, his Thai wife and their dogs. Aaron is completely turned off by some of the Dutch in Thailand. Here, in his self-chosen isolation, he finds his peace.
A recent incident in a small Thai hotel sheds light on the influence of parental behavior on children. A Dutch family recently secretly left their hotel without paying for their two-week stay, including meals. This incident, in which parents involved their children, raises questions about moral values and upbringing.
How do Thais differ essentially from Belgians or Dutch?
The world is a beautiful palette of diverse cultures, each with unique characteristics and values. This diversity, evident in countries such as Thailand, Belgium and the Netherlands, is a result of their unique historical paths, geographical conditions and social structures. These factors together shape each culture's unique identity and influence how people think, act and interact with each other.
Where are there more Dutch or Flemish bars in Pattaya?
Last week I read in the Thailand blog about the Dutch Rinus' pub in Jomtien. I also know about the existence of Tulip house in Jomtien from a Dutchman. But surely there are more bars owned by Dutch or Belgians in Pattaya-Jomtien-Naklua?
Where have the regulars of Tornado bar on Soi 6 in Pattaya gone?
I haven't been to Pattaya for a few years. Previously I always visited the Tornado bar at the beginning of Soi 6, where a group of Dutch people always met. Now I'm back and I see that the Tornado bar has disappeared. But where have the regulars gone? Another location nearby perhaps?
Fatal accident: Dutch father and son die in Thailand
A Dutch father and his son have died in a tragic accident on the Friendship Highway in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. The pickup truck they were in crashed into a concrete barrier at high speed. The impact resulted in a violent explosion. The accident, in which a third Dutchman was also slightly injured, raises questions about the cause.
I would like to meet Dutch people in my hometown of Nongkhai. I myself live at kaewworawutroad 1175/4 moo1.
My phone number is: 098 5846068
Emigrate to Thailand?
Immigrate to Thailand? For many people it remains a dream, but many dare to take the step. The final decision is not an easy one, writes Gringo. He emigrated a few years ago and has not regretted it for a day.
Dutch woman and man arrested for violating visa rules
In recent years, the Dutch have been in the news on Phuket for violating visa rules. Both The Thaiger, De Telegraaf and Phuket News posted articles with photos.
Thailand question: Contact with Dutch people in Non Sung area?
I would like to find out via Thailandblog whether there are several Dutch people living in the area of Non Sung, about 15 minutes from Korat?