Bangkok’s new train station: Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal (Bang Sue Grand Station)
Long distance trains to and from Bangkok are now using a new railway station. On 19 January 2023, services moved away from Bangkok Hua Lamphong to the …
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Thailand Entry Rules
In October 2022, Thailand dropped all Covid entry restrictions. However, the Thai government held a meeting on 5 January 2023 to discuss potential …
Thailand news: January 2023
new entry requirements Authorities in Thailand met on 5 January to discuss whether to impose Covid restrictions on arrivals from China. A number of …
HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha
There are concerns in Thailand for the health of the King’s daughter, HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati. In an announcement at around …
Visa rules for tourists travelling to Thailand
Whether or not you need a visa for Thailand will depend on a number of factors. This includes your nationality and your length of stay in Thailand. …
How to buy Thailand train tickets online
Over the years, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has introduced various online ticketing portals. They have been notoriously buggy to use and left …
Public Holidays in Thailand, 2023
Listed below are the dates for public holidays in Thailand during 2023. Please note that government offices and immigration offices in Thailand are …
Chiang Mai City Pillar Inthakin Festival
Many towns and cities in Thailand house what is known as the ‘city pillar’. These pillars were created when a new settlement was established and often …
Returning to ‘The Beach’ at Maya Bay, Phi Phi Islands
Maya Bay. With its towering limestone cliffs, clear waters, coral reefs and white sandy beach, this is one of the most beautiful locations in …
Wat Srisuphan: Chiang Mai’s Silver Temple
To the south of Chiang Mai’s walled Old Town lies the traditional silver-making district of the city. Centring on Wualai Road, this area is dotted …
Tuk-tuks, elephants, and lessons in life on the Mae Hong Son Loop
The Mae Hong Son Loop. For seasoned motorbike riders, this is one of the most epic routes in Thailand. A spectacular road journey that takes riders …
Advice for Guests Invited to a Thai Wedding
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 …
Thailand Weddings: Advice for Foreign Couples Getting Married in Thailand
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 …
Marrying a Thai Partner
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 …
Traditional Thai Wedding
There are many different aspects to a traditional Thai wedding, but not all of these traditions are maintained today. Consequently, there can be many …
The Marble Temple: Wat Benchamabophit, Bangkok
Wat Benchamabophit Dusitwanaran is often referred to by Bangkok locals as ‘Wat Ben’, but overseas visitors may know it better as the …
Visiting Railay Beach, Krabi
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 …
Golden Mount and Wat Saket, Bangkok
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 …