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Following on from my article on Thai iced coffee, a reader asked me whether it is safe to take ice in your drinks when visiting Thailand. I remember when I first came here being advised by different expats that you should only take ice in your drinks if it is one of the round, cylinder type cubes … [Read more...]
Over the last few months, at least six people have died in unexplained circumstances in the city of Chiang Mai. Thai authorities are still investigating whether the deaths are the result of a viral or bacterial infection (see bottom of page for the full statement from Thailand's Ministry of Public … [Read more...]
Thailand’s government has today approved a proposal aimed at getting all motorcyclists to wear crash helmets. Although there is an existing law that states that motorcyclists must wear helmets, the law is loosely enforced by police and widely ignored by many motorcyclists. The new campaign … [Read more...]
During the recent protests in Thailand, a number of countries issued travel advisories warning against travel to Bangkok. Some embassies also advised against travel to other parts of Thailand. Most countries have now relaxed these advisories, but some tourists may still be wondering whether it is … [Read more...]
Thai authorities have announced that the night-time curfew that was put in place yesterday will remain in force for another three nights. The curfew covers Bangkok and surrounding provinces as well as much of the north and north-east of the country. Thailand’s prime minister, Abhisit … [Read more...]
Following the security operation that has taken place today in Bangkok, the Thai authorities have imposed a curfew in the Thai capital from 20.00 to 06.00 local time. This morning’s security operation and the surrender of the red shirt leaders allowed the Thai authorities to clear most of the … [Read more...]
Although the anti-government red shirts have officially called off their protests in Bangkok, the problems are far from over for the Thai authorities. Some buildings within the protest zone have been set alight and militant anti-government protesters have issued threats against the local and … [Read more...]
