Khon Kaen Light Rail Transit Project (video)
In Khon Kaen, construction has begun on a 22,6-kilometre Light Rail Transit Project consisting of 16 stations. The LRT line runs on a north-south axis past Mittrarhap and through the center of Khon Kean city.
Looking for a contractor near Khon Kaen
I follow the section looking at houses with great interest. I am also about to build a house. I live +/- 30 km outside the city of Khon Kaen. My question is: who knows an English speaking, reliable, honest, not too expensive and skilled architect / builder in Khon Kaen or the surrounding area? Someone who is open to different ideas? I know this is a lot, but surely they will be there?
Start construction of new passenger terminal at Khon Kaen airport
On Sunday, Transport Minister Arkhom gave the go-ahead for the construction of a new passenger terminal at Khon Kaen Airport.
Learn Thai language near Khon Kaen
Does anyone know where I could learn the Thai language in or near Khon Kaen? Private lessons, or through a school, both are good. Thanks for any tips!
It starts with, now about eight years ago, a stay of about every three months in Thailand in a small village in the middle of the rice fields, not far from Khon Kaen. On one of those occasions my girlfriend is waiting for me with a baby in her arms. Started sweating even before I got in, I quickly mental arithmetic. Luckily not mine.
On a number of routes in Thailand, the single track will disappear and will be replaced by double track. The first double-track line Chira – Khon Kaen will be put into operation in October. It is part of the Nakhon Ratchasima – Khon Kaen route, which is 187 km long and has 19 stations.
Assembly to cure Isaners of their stupidity
The deputy governor of Khon Kaen province, Suchai Butsara, issued a letter on March 9 to local administrators inviting them to attend a meeting in preparation for Prime Minister Prayut's visit to that province.
Reader Submission: Drama in Khon Kaen, with a very assertive touch
I already knew the city from a previous visit, only to break up a long train journey for a night in a good bed. A city of many successful people, given the prices and the attitude / appearance. Even now I was only looking for a good bed after two nights of camping on hard ground.
Agenda: Flower festival in Khon Kaen
A flower festival is taking place in Khon Kaen these days, which has been organized by the city council under the name “Amazing International Flower Festival 2017”.
AirAsia introduces a new flight route between Phuket and Khon Kaen
AirAsia strengthens its base in Phuket with a new route from Phuket to Khon Kaen, which should mainly stimulate regional tourism. From December 22, there will be flights four times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. For the time being, this is possible for a promotional rate from Bt 690 per trip.
Reader question: Moving company from Pattaya to Khon Kaen
Have had many comments about moving from Pattaya to Khon Kaen, also about a German rental company that is located in Pattaya. I called them but they don't move to Isaan, big move moving company that doesn't move from Pattaya only via BKK.
Reader Submission: Leave the choice to my Thai girlfriend, and…
This time when I traveled to Thailand, I was able to take 30 kg of checked luggage. I normally only take hand luggage with me. But clean out the cupboards at home. So many clothes and more, which was actually superfluous, including an old suitcase that fit everything.
The Isan, the forgotten part of Thailand (1)
The Isan forms the largest part of Thailand and also has the most inhabitants. And yet this gigantic plateau is the neglected child of the country, only a few hours' drive from Bangkok. Most tourists ignore this area (or right, if they travel to Chiang Mai).
New terminal and parking garage for Khon Kaen airport
In three years, Khon Kaen Airport will have a new terminal and parking garage. The fully renovated airport will be operational in 2021. The new terminal has a capacity of 5 million passengers per year, the current one can handle 2,4 million passengers. The parking garage can accommodate 1.460 vehicles.
Reader question: Something new with my visa extension?
Today it was time to extend my visa again. Normally that was a few hours of work, but today, despite all papers being in order, I received a stamp: 'Under consideration'. I was told that immigration officials will be sent to the village where I live first. Then two random people in the village are asked questions about me. Has anyone ever experienced this?
This summer I will go from Pattaya to Lamai Homestay, Ban Kho Pet, Bua Yai to Nakhon Ratchasima for a few days. According to the owner it is easy from Pattaya with a bus to Khon Kaen and then ask the driver to let me off in SIDA the intersection with road 2 and road 202 between Korat and Khon Kaen. That's where the owner comes to pick me up. But when I look for information about this, it seems not so simple and very vague.
I want to go to Laos from Khon Kaen by car, can I arrange a visa at the border? And what are the costs and does anyone have experience with this regarding waiting times, etc.?