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The Thai government has announced plans to allow visitors who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 to fly to Thailand without the need to undergo quarantine on arrival. It’s a huge boost for the beleaguered Thai tourist industry which is so …
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The information here is in response to questions readers have been sending in. Please note that the details here are subject to change and I will try to keep it updated. In all cases you should check the latest details with the Royal Thai …
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Listed below are the dates for public holidays in Thailand during 2021. More dates may be added and any changes will be added here once confirmed. Please note that government offices and immigration offices in Thailand are closed on public holidays. …
If you receive a written invitation to a Thai wedding it will say on the invite what part of the wedding day you have been invited to. In Thailand, it is usually just immediate family and very close friends that attend the events on the wedding day …
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Thailand is a wonderful destination for a wedding or honeymoon and it’s easy to see the appeal for couples who want to tie the knot here. Although it’s possible for couples to organise their wedding themselves, unless you or your partner speak Thai, …
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If you are marrying your Thai partner, it's worth familiarising yourself with all aspects of a traditional Thai wedding as well as the legal formalities. Not all of the old traditions are upheld nowadays, but understanding the cultural aspects and …
There are many different aspects to a traditional Thai wedding, but not all of these traditions are maintained today. Consequently, there can be many variations in the basic ceremony which can be as elaborate or as simple as the wedding couple (and …
Wat Benchamabophit Dusitwanaran is often referred to by Bangkok locals as 'Wat Ben', but overseas visitors may know it better as the Marble Temple. One of Thailand's most famous temples, Wat Benchamabophit features on the back of Thailand's 5-Baht …
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One of the most popular and scenic destinations in the entire Krabi region, Railay Beach enjoys a stunning location. Although this is still part of the Krabi mainland, the topography of the area means that the beaches of Railay are only accessible by …
It might lack the fame of other more celebrated sites like the Grand Palace, but the Golden Mount is one landmark that's well worth seeking out if you are visiting Bangkok. Although it is now dwarfed in comparison to Bangkok's modern-day buildings …
It may be hard to drag yourself away from Krabi's beautiful beaches, but a visit to Wat Tham Seua is recommended. A tiger once lived in the cave that is now the monastery's main hall and hence the name. Set in a tropical forest 10 kms outside …
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Approximately a 45-minute drive from the city of Chiang Mai, the Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden is a beautiful location for a day trip. Formerly known as the Mae Sa Botanic Garden, the garden received the royal honour in 1994. Queen Sirikit …
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