How to Get Free Internet as a Tourist in Thailand
For many tourists and visitors, even though they are traveling, getting free internet in Thailand is still a necessity....
Month: April 2012
British Ambassador Criticizes Thailand Government for Terrible Flood Management
The British Ambassador to Thailand, Asif Ahmad, has criticized the Thai government for its handling of last year's devastating floods....
California Wow in Thailand Bankrupt? Lawsuit Filed by Bangkok Bank for Unpaid Debts
A California Wow billboard advertising 'pole dancing' exercise in Bangkok a couple of years ago is just one example of...
Review: Jet Airways Flight from Bangkok, Thailand to London Heathrow, England
Jet Airways is a large Indian budget airline, and one of the few left that still offers cheap flights from...
Thai Exports Down 6.54 Percent in March, 2012: Baht Too High, Rice Too Expensive
While some in the Thai government seem surprised that Thai exports are down 6.54 percent in March, 2012, it really...
Thailand Pledges to Give More to IMF as United States Refuses
While the US is constantly harping on about how much money it gives or loans to international organizations, it's...
Bangkok Hotels to Avoid if you Don’t Want to Pay for Wi-Fi: Hilton, Westin, Marriott, Trump
I never pay for hotel Wi-Fi and I rarely stay at hotels that charge for it. That is why...
Thaksin Cambodia Party a Huge Success, New “Auspicious Year” Ahead?
The Thaksin/Red Shirt party in Cambodia for Songkran has been a huge success with thousands of Thais taking a trip...
How Many People Have Died During Songkran 2012 in Thailand?
Every year over the Songkran (Thai New Year) holiday, hundreds of people die in Thailand in road accidents. Called...
KFC Thailand Wants You to Buy Their Menu During a Tsunami
KFC Thailand has done a great job this week proving the greed of multi-national corporations with its Facebook post trying...
How Long Does It Take to Get Through Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok Immigration?
Looks like long waits at Suvarnabhumi Airport may be a thing of the past Several weeks ago, the Bangkok Post...
Can You Get Re-Entry Permit at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok
copyright Heinz Albers - Creative Commons License If you have a work permit or any kind of one-year visa...
Thai Policewomen Dance in Campaign to Cut Songkran Accidents (Video)
Every year at Songkran (the Thai New Year) in Thailand there are far too many deaths due to drinking...
No Alcohol Served in Thailand 8-10 April for Funeral of Princess
As per Thai custom, no alcohol will be served or sold in Thailand between April 8th to the 10th due...
Thailand Immigration will be Closed for Royal Funeral and Songkran Holiday
Thailand's immigration office will be closed for Songkran holiday If you need to go to an Immigration office in...
Bangkok Rehearsals for Funeral of HRH Princess Bejraratana Rajasuda
Her Royal Highness Princess Bejraratana Rajasuda will be cremated this month, with her funeral ceremony being held in Bangkok...
Can You Drink the Tap Water in Bangkok, Thailand?
Bangkok's MWA advertising saying how clean Bangkok's water is When tourists arrive in Bangkok, Thailand, one thing they are worried...
EU May Sue Thailand Over Illegal Import Tariffs on Alcohol
 As anyone knows who has tried to buy European wine or beer in Thailand, it is expensive. Why? Because...
Minimum Daily Wage Increased in Thailand to 300 Baht
Many Thais are very happy about the 300 baht minimum wage - copyright miss bossy, Creative Commons Yesterday, April...
Thaksin to be Greeted by 50,000 Supporters for Laos Songkran
It looks like former Thai prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, will have a nice Songkran in Laos this year. Thai news...
Bangkok’s Traffic Police Can Deliver Your Baby By the Side of the Road
If you are pregnant in Bangkok and worried about getting stuck in the city's horrendous traffic jams while on...
Is Ice in Drinks in Thailand Safe? Yes, It Is
Many travelers to Thailand worry about drinking drinks with ice in them, as they are concerned about the ice...
Thailand Will Ban Sale of Viagra to Foreigners Starting in May. Really?
According to Thai Visa, the latest news in Thailand is, beginning in May, Thai pharmacies will no longer be allowed...