Falling Lizards, Friday 13th and Thai Superstitions
Picture the scene. It’s 2 o’clock in the morning, I’ve just switched off my computer and I need some shut-eye. I venture into the …
Picture the scene. It’s 2 o’clock in the morning, I’ve just switched off my computer and I need some shut-eye. I venture into the …
Not to be confused with the famous Night Bazaar on Changklan Road, the Walking Street Market is always attended by large numbers of Thais and offers a …
Whether they’ve been to Thailand before or not, most people will be familiar with the traditional Thai form of greeting, the wai, in which the …
Although there are plenty of different varieties of snake in Thailand, the vast majority of foreign visitors are unlikely to see one outside of a zoo …
Whatever country you visit, local people usually appreciate if you make at least some effort to speak their language. Thailand is no different in this …
The term ‘farang‘ (often pronounced as ‘falang‘) is a general term used by many Thais when referring to Caucasian visitors. …
Visitors to Thai temples (wats) may find the atmosphere surprisingly relaxed as they often serve as local community centres. Within the temple grounds …
Mosquitoes are a part of life in Thailand. Some people suffer more than others from mosquito bites, but there are a few simple steps you can take to …
Thai-Style Driving Motorcycles are a common form of transport in just about every part of Thailand and the apparent Thai disregard for safety may come …
Whilst the choice of river dinner cruises in Bangkok is overwhelming, the same is not true of Chiang Mai. Mae Ping River Cruise is probably the best …
In my opinion, any month is a good time to visit, but much depends on what you want from your trip. The reality is that any time of the year will have …
Personally, I would opt for a combination of all three regardless of how long you are spending in Thailand. Cash Cash is obviously convenient, but …
Yes they can, but don’t let this panic you! There aren’t long lines of people being turned away from their flights to Bangkok. It …
A number of competing firms provide the option of an evening dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. It’s a pleasant way to enjoy Bangkok and …
Changes to Thailand Tourist VisasOn November 13, 2015, Thailand introduced a new style Multiple Entry Tourist Visa. The previous double and triple …
If you are travelling to Thailand and you don’t meet all the conditions required for the visa exemption, you are best advised to contact the …
If you are visiting Thailand as a tourist, you may be eligible to enter the country under the ‘Visa Exemption’ rule. If you are eligible …
Under current Thai visa regulations, a foreign national is not permitted to fly on a one-way ticket to Thailand unless they are in possession of a …