An English retired teacher has been killed in house in Chiang Mai. The police think the murder look like killing from a Thai Yai or any other tribe from the Thai Burmese border. The killer or killers have smashed the light and some people believe that if you do that the spirits can not see…
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Fog or haze in Bangkok? Understand low visibility versus PM2.5 pollution, check flight status and plan a safer journey on unclear days.
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Explore Thailand blogging in the late 2000s, the role of New Mandala and practical ways to evaluate Thailand commentary today.
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Avoid problems with counterfeit souvenirs bought in Thailand. Understand the difference between generic goods, fake brands and destination customs rules.
DetailsThe “author” we wrote about a few weeks before Mr Harry Nicolaides from Australia got 3 years in prison in Thailand. The book that was published and sold in 7 copies offended His Majesty the King of Thailand. Harry Nicolaides broke the lese majesty rule in Thailand and wrote about the royal family in Thailand.…
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Updated 16 October 2026. Airport desk arrangements and opening times can change. Confirm with your departure airport or a Thai immigration office before relying on airport processing. Our old 2009 article said that you could not get a re-entry permit at Bangkok’s airport. That blanket statement is outdated. Airports of Thailand now lists re-entry permit…
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A dated guide to Thailand cannabis restrictions, medical prescriptions, public use and the risks of carrying cannabis abroad.
DetailsThe Thai government will try to get more tourists to visit Thailand and they are targeting people from Asia and Arab countries. They want to do the following Lower the fees on Thai air with 50% No visa fees No fees for nation parks No tax on hotels No 80 THB per night fee for…
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