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Wednesday’s news-Aug 9

  • Reader Feedback: More on the delayed Hua Hin Airport improvements/
  • Understanding property ownership in Prachuap Khiri Khan/
  • Hua Hin’s Cape Nidhra named by Tripadvisor/
  • Centara Grand named strongest brand in Thailand/
  • Behind the power tariff decision/
  • Buckle up! New law makes taxis ensure passenger wear safety belt/
  • Are you qualified to get the new 4-year SMART Visa in Thailand?/
  • What happens next in Thailand murder and dismemberment case?/
  • Drunken monkeys attack man, push him off a cliff in Ranong/
  • Analysis: Like It Or Not, Coup-linked General Most Likely To Become PM/
  • Economy: Thailand’s EV Industry Attracts Chinese Automakers/Bayer Thai taps solar energy for its row crops seed production site in Phitsanulok/
  • Tourism: What is sports tourism and why is it a key driver for PKK’s tourism sector?/Thai tourism industry anticipates growth under potential Pheu Thai government/Exat to hold public hearings on highway connecting Samui to mainland/World Dragon Boat Championship Officially Kicks off in Rayong/German father drowns, son survives off Phuket’s Karon Beach/Klook Ends Sale of Certain Cruel Wildlife Attractions/
  • Thailand Experience: The 10 Best Places to Retire in Asia; Hua Hin 10th/Ways to Maximize Your Thailand Travel Experience in 2023/Annual water buffalo race kick-starts rice cultivation season/Get ready to feast on meatballs in Buri Ram this weekend/
  • International: Italian dairy owner crushed to death by cheese wheels/Bear loose on Iraqi passenger flight at Dubai Airport/Scientists: No quick fix for Antarctic sea ice loss/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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More on the delayed Hua Hin Airport improvements

Airport delay just normal in Thailand

“Criticism would not change anything because, as is well known, the clocks tick differently in Thailand than in Europe. It is also known that announcements are made long before the actual implementation. But maybe a competent person who has influence on flight connections is reading this. My suggestion would be to create a flight connection between Bangkok, Hua Hin, Phuket and/or Koh Samui. Udon Thani makes little sense to me. Greetings for a long waiting Flight Passenger.” – Willy

Disappointed in airport management

“I am so disappointed in Hua Hin Airport HHQ. Phoenix Aviation was given the contract almost 3 years ago to upgrade the airport terminals and add routes. Air Asia added flights to Udon about 6 months ago and then never opened the route (I got my money back.) Phoenix has fallen down.

“The “authorities” are saying that additional runway expansion and security is needed. They just completed the runway expansion project 6 months ago. A320’s have been landing at HHQ for years! But 30,000 flights per year? 555?

“Now they are saying the roadway bridge tunnel must be lengthened and a train tunnel? Sounds like a 20-year plan. Meanwhile, HHQ has 4 flights a week to CNX. Very disappointing. Mayor Newey, are you listening?” – Scpchris

Is no one worried about airplane noise?

“Where is the concern for homes and people under the flight path? Why are jets not landing and taking off over the water? Single and twin prop planes are no problem but jets are noisy and disruptive.” – MSA

Understanding property ownership in Prachuap Khiri Khan

Contrary to some misconceptions, Thailand allows anyone, regardless of nationality, to own property – be that structures, buildings, and houses.

However, when it comes to land, it is advisable and safer for foreigners to enter into a legally registered lease in their name, granting them the rights to the land during the lease term. Continued …

Hua Hin’s Cape Nidhra named by Tripadvisor

Hua Hin’s Cape Nidhra Hotel has earned the “Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best 2023” award, the hotel’s fourth consecutive win.

The hotel’s staff, in particular, was honored for consistently offerung the ultimate vacation experience for guests, according to Tripadvisor.

Centara Grand named strongest brand in Thailand

Centara Hotels & Resorts announced that its flagship brand, Centara Grand, has been recognized as the strongest brand in Thailand by Brand Finance’s Thailand 50 2023 report. This ranking highlights Centara Grand’s performance in terms of brand equity, trust, and value over the past year.

Brand Finance, a leading global brand valuation and strategy consultancy, evaluates thousands of renowned brands across various sectors and countries annually, with its Thailand 50 2023 report showcasing the top 50 most valuable and strongest brands in the country. Continued …

Behind the power tariff decision

A lower power tariff scheduled to take effect from Sept. 1 not only means cheaper electricity bills for households and businesses during the last four months of this year, but also helps the debt-ridden Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) with its plan to settle its debt.

The new power tariff, which is largely based on gas prices, is why EGAT is involved in determining the rates. Continued … 

Buckle up! New law makes taxis ensure passenger wear safety belt

An announcement requiring taxi drivers to warn their passengers to wear their safety belts has been issued and will become effective in November. The announcement was published in the Royal Gazette Monday.

The warning was declared by the National Police office, which aims to establish a safety practice for taxi drivers in notifying and ensuring that passengers obey safety laws and wear their seat belts. Continued …

Are you qualified to get the new 4-year SMART Visa in Thailand?

For global experts and investors, the SMART Visa is a big win. It allows you to stay in Thailand for four years. And guess what? You only need to check in once a year, bidding goodbye to the old 90-day reporting rule.

With the buzz surrounding this SMART Visa, you’re probably bubbling with questions. Who can apply for it? What are the steps involved in getting one? Don’t worry. We’re here to explain everything. We’ll answer all your questions and guide you through the entire process, making it as easy as, well, it should be. Continued … 

What happens next in Thailand murder and dismemberment case?

Spanish chef Daniel Sancho, the son of actor Rodolfo Sancho, who has confessed to the murder and dismemberment of Colombian plastic surgeon Edwin Arrieta on the Thai island of Koh Pha-ngan, was remanded in custody Monday by order of the Koh Samui Provincial Court.

His possible cooperation in the investigation, the sentence that may be handed down if he is found guilty and the 1987 agreement signed between Madrid and Bangkok regarding “cooperation in the carrying out of criminal sentences” will decide the outcome of a complex and lengthy process Sancho’s defense hopes will conclude with his transfer to Spain to serve any possible sentence. Continued … 

Drunken monkeys attack man, push him off a cliff in Ranong

A 44-year-old Thai man was violently attacked by 10 drunken macaques when he was walking on a road that passes the top of a cliff in the Ranong area, Khao Niwet.

The gang of monkeys attacked him and pushed him off the cliff that descends 50 meters to the nearest road. Continued …

Analysis: Like It Or Not, Coup-linked General Most Likely To Become PM

Like it or not, Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan will be the most likely person to become prime minister after an upcoming general election, despite the likelihood of a failure on his own part to win most MP seats.

That Prawit will likely have the largest chance of winning the top post of government among all partisan contestants will by no means pertain to a number of MP seats the Palang Pracharath may get in the nationwide election, speculated in early or mid-May, but will decisively hinge on the hands of a coup junta-appointed army of 250 senators, according to political observers. Continued … 

Thailand’s EV Industry Attracts Chinese Automakers

Thailand, known as the largest auto manufacturer in Southeast Asia, has a well-established auto industry, with over 60 years of experience in vehicle assembly and manufacturing. The country produces nearly two million vehicles annually, accounting for approximately half of the Southeast Asian auto market.

Recognizing the immense potential, Chinese automakers have invested USD 1.44 billion to establish production facilities in Thailand, aiming to disrupt the stronghold that Japanese companies have traditionally held in the region. Continued …

Bayer Thai taps solar energy for its row crops seed production site in Phitsanulok

Bayer Thai Co. formally switched on its solar panel installation to power its corn seed production site in Phitsanulok using renewable energy.

The rooftop-based, solar-panel installation covers 50% of the site’s total available space and can generate 600KW. It will contribute to a 20% reduction in CO2 emission, which is equivalent to 371 tons per annum or comparable to the carbon absorption capacity of a 190,000 mangrove trees plantation. Continued …

What is sports tourism and why is it a key driver for PKK’s tourism sector?

In recent years, the concept of sports tourism has gained significant traction, with travelers increasingly seeking destinations that offer not only beautiful landscapes and cultural experiences but also opportunities to engage in sports activities or witness thrilling sporting events.

Hua Hin and Prachuap Khiri Khan, as a whole, have emerged as prime destinations for sports tourism, attracting both domestic and international visitors. Continued …

Thai tourism industry anticipates growth under potential Pheu Thai government

The Thai tourism industry is buzzing with optimism as the Pheu Thai party is potentially gearing up to form the anticipated government.

With Pheu Thai’s known successful stint in the realm of governance and its proven track record in enhancing the economy, the tourism sector is eagerly waiting for efficient tourism policies to be rolled out to mitigate existing challenges. Continued …

Exat to hold public hearings on highway connecting Samui to mainland

The Expressway Authority of Thailand (Exat) is studying seven possible routes for a highway that will link resort island Koh Samui to the mainland of Surat Thani, a coastal province in the Gulf of Thailand.

The project is having the first public hearing on Monday when the authority will present the pros and cons of each route to residents of Don Sak, Khanom and Koh Samui districts, where the construction could be taking place. Continued …

World Dragon Boat Championship Officially Kicks off in Rayong

The 16th IDBF World Dragon Boat Championship Thailand 2023 finally began yesterday at the Royal Thai Navy Rowing and Canoeing Training Center in Rayong and will last until Aug.13.

Poramase Ngampiches, the mayor of Pattaya, participated in the opening ceremony at Jomtien Beach near the D Varee Hotel. The ceremony was presided over by Patama Leeswadtrakul, a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Continued …

German father drowns, son survives off Phuket’s Karon Beach

A German father drowned while swimming at Karon Beach in Phuket yesterday, while his 11-year-old son survived the incident.

The Thai lifeguard team on Karon Beach rescued the 52- year-old German, Jurgen Ralf Wiltzsch, who lost consciousness at the bottom of the sea. The rescue team was called to the scene and provided CPR to Wiltzsch and transferred him to Chalong Hospital, but staff could not save the foreign man. Continued …

Klook Ends Sale of Certain Cruel Wildlife Attractions

Klook, one of the leading online travel companies, has launched an animal welfare policy to end the sale of circus-style performances involving elephants, dolphins and tigers.

The policy will come into effect by the end of October 2023, ramping up pressure for more travel companies to follow suit as travelers seek more cruelty-free travel options. Continued …

The 10 Best Places to Retire in Asia; Hua Hin 10th

Asia boasts some of the most cost-friendly places in the world to retire. Pockets of India, Vietnam and Thailand can feel amazingly affordable to newcomers. Retirement in Asia is sure to be full of exotic experiences and unexpected adventures.

For some people, the culture shock is thrilling and invigorating, while others might be intimidated by the cultural differences. Retirees in Asia also have access to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Continued …

Ways to Maximize Your Thailand Travel Experience in 2023

It is very likely that you have heard about the beauty of Thailand on social media and are planning to visit the country. If you choose Thailand as your next holiday destination, you will be surprised by its diverse culture, stunning landscapes, and delicious cuisine. The Thai people are warm and welcoming. No wonder Thailand is widely known as the land of smiles.

There are too many places to visit in Thailand and many more activities to participate in. This article will discuss the reasons for visiting Thailand and also tell you certain tips that can maximize your travel experience. Continued …

Annual water buffalo race kick-starts rice cultivation season

An annual water buffalo race took place in the eastern Thai province of Chonburi on Aug. 6. Held to celebrate the start of rice cultivation season, the race aims to preserve traditional Thai culture and educate the younger generation to appreciate these beasts of burden. Held to usher in the start of the rainy season, this year’s race came amid an impending drought brought on by the El Nino climate phenomenon. Video 

Get ready to feast on meatballs in Buri Ram this weekend

Buri Ram province is taking advantage of the National Mother’s Day weekend by hosting the 6th edition of its annual meatball-eating contest. This northeastern province has earned a name for its “Look Chin Yeun Kin”, or meatballs that can be eaten while standing – or meatballs on a stick that can be enjoyed on the go. Thai-style meatballs are pre-cooked and then chilled. They can be eaten either grilled or fried with Thai chilli sauce. This year’s meatball-eating fest will be held from Friday to Sunday from noon to 10pm in the plaza of Chang Arena in Buri Ram’s Muang district. Participants can expect over 40 stalls selling meatballs. (The Nation)

Italian dairy owner crushed to death by cheese wheels

We shouldn’t make light of any death, but this one was a bit… cheesy. In Italy, a 74-year-old man was found dead under a sizeable pile of cheese wheels. The cheese, stacked high on shelves in a Lombardy region dairy and cheese production facility, toppled over, causing thousands of heavy cheese wheels to crush the unfortunate man. Continued …

Bear loose on Iraqi passenger flight at Dubai Airport

An Iraqi Airways passenger flight met unexpected panda-monium when a bear wandered free from its transportation cage. Wildlife experts were called to manage the situation before it got grizzly as the plane prepared for departure at Dubai International Airport. They tranquilized the bear, returning it to its cage and removing it from the aircraft. Continued …

Scientists: No quick fix for Antarctic sea ice loss

Sea ice in the Antarctic region has fallen to a record low this year as a result of rising global temperatures and there is no quick fix to reverse the damage, scientists say in a new study of the impact of climate change on the planet. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

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90-day online reporting

Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
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Tuesday’s news-Aug 8

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  • Reader Feedback: 30,000 private jet flights to Hua Hin? Really?/
  • S.Ken’s Bistro – Home of Crafted Food & Drinks/
  • Queen birthday celebration at Huay Mongkol Temple Sunday/
  • Hua Hin Coffee Fest slated this weekend/
  • Monsoon Valley Vineyard Fest this weekend/
  • Thailand Election: Bhumjaithai comes on board to form government as Pheu Thai accepts its conditions/Opinion: In bed with the enemy/
  • Economy: Thailand says no rice export halt, to benefit from India’s export ban/Property developers hold back new projects amid political uncertainty/Thailand’s 2023 inflation forecast to be 1-2%, the lowest in ASEAN/3 key challenges Thailand is facing in international trade/World Bank highlights Thailand’s recovery prospects and challenges/
  • Tourism: Travel publisher puts Thailand on its “no list” for 2023/Problems in paradise? Six countries most popular with Russian tourists/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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News that Hua Hin’s airport would not be accepting international flights for 2-3 years came as a shock to many local expats, who had been told flights might start later this year. It turns out there is a lot more work to do to bring the airport up to international standards, including a major reconstruction of the highway tunnel supporting the airport runway (that’s sure to foul up traffic on the important north-south expressway). Your comments at aim@hhexpatnews.com are welcome.

30,000 private jet flights to Hua Hin? Really?

“About the article on Hua Hin Airport expansion, why we don’t trust the media: ‘Currently, Hua Hin Airport handles about 30,000 private jets a year, so it has the potential to grow, [Nopasit Chakpitak, president of Aeronautical Radio of Thailand] said.

“Really. If flights were 10 hrs/day, 30,000 flights/year is eight per hour. I live in Hua Hin, and frequent the airport area and very rarely hear jets. I’d be surprised if there was even one single private jet. Ok, maybe two! – PB

“If they aspire to an international airport status, they must first remove the local mafia who harrass incoming passengers and intimidate Grab drivers from entering the airport property.” – RM

“The expansion of the Hua Hin airport and its international flights reminds me on the sky train and high speed train projects: The message is always next year or within 2 years will start. This goes over a decade.” – AZ

Hua Hin Expat News is pleased to announce that S.Ken’s Bistro in Kao Tao has extended its advertising program again. Chef Ken has been with Expat News since we first began accepting advertising seven years ago. Obviously, his advertising is working!

S.Ken’s Bistro – Home of Crafted Food & Drinks

Locally owned by chef Ken himself, who has a worldwide experience as chef of five-star hotels, this lake view restaurant is dedicated to giving the guests an enjoyable dining experience. S.Ken’s Bistro strives for the perfectly prepared and expertly served food, with an uncompromising commitment to quality and value. The bistro features European and Thai dishes.

Reservation recommended during high season.
Open daily, 11 AM to 9:30 PM.
13/24 Kaotao Nongkae, Hua Hin, tel: 0924646939, Facebook; Web; Email s.kensbnb@gmail.com

Queen birthday celebration at Huay Mongkol Temple Sunday

One of the region’s most significant religious and cultural events will be held at Wat Huay Mongkol in Hua Hin Sunday. Centered on the theme “Enhancing Your Heart with Faith,” this celebration pays tribute to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother on her 91st birthday.

The event will see a 399-meter-long robe paraded through the temple grounds and around the statue of Luang Pu Thuat. Continued …

Hua Hin Coffee Fest slated Aug 12-13

The Hua Hin Coffee Fest 2023 will be held Aug.10-13 at the Plik Vivek Cafe https://goo.gl/maps/oBAQs3hTcPTNDSFE6. The inaugural event,will offer a range of activities designed to celebrate the love of coffee:

  • A cold drip competition, “Drip Yenn Championship Thailand 2023,” on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 12-13;
  • Booths from shops, coffee houses in Hua Hin, and nearby provinces, including coffee shops and roasters from all over Thailand. There will be cocoa, tea, bakery, coffee equipment, and various souvenirs, as well as local farmers who will offer a variety of special coffee processes to choose and taste from.
  • Workshops, coffee seminars with teachers, and celebrities in the coffee industry.

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Bhumjaithai comes on board to form government as Pheu Thai accepts its conditions

The Pheu Thai Party and Bhumjaithai Party on Monday evening announced progress in forming a new coalition government. Pheu Thai leader Cholanan Srikaew and outgoing Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul held a press conference at the Pheu Thai headquarters at 4pm.

After their initial discussions two weeks ago, Bhumjaithai has responded positively to the invitation to form a government with Pheu Thai, they told the press. Continued …

In bed with the enemy

The news that Pheu Thai is now in an alliance with the Bhumjai Thai Party to form a government should come as no surprise to longtime observers of Thai politics. Machiavellian measures always trumps ideals in this world.

But it does leave a bad taste in the mouth for people who took Pheu Thai at face value over the past few years as they attacked the coalition parties while they were in the opposition. BJT was one of the major targets of their ire and everyone from party leaders to rank and file MPs took turns to criticize their erstwhile enemy. Continued …

Thailand says no rice export halt, to benefit from India’s export ban

Thailand is benefiting from India’s rice export ban and has no reason to halt its own shipments, as it has sufficient output for exports and domestic consumption, its commerce minister said on Monday.

India in late July ordered a halt to its largest rice export category in a move that will roughly halve shipments by the world’s largest exporter of the grain, triggering fears of further inflation on global food markets. Continued …

Property developers hold back new projects amid political uncertainty

Real estate developers are delaying the launch of new projects, especially condominiums, in a trend that is expected to continue into the third quarter due to ongoing political uncertainty.

According to Prapansak Rakchaiwan, managing director of LWS Wisdom and Solution, a subsidiary of LPN Development Group, property developers could expedite project launches in the fourth quarter if the political situation improves. Real estate market growth this year has been revised down to 5% from the initial estimate of 10%-15%. Continued …

Thailand’s 2023 inflation forecast to be 1-2%, the lowest in ASEAN

Thailand’s inflation rate is the lowest among the seven ASEAN countries that have already announced their rates, with inflation for the whole year expected to range between 1% and 2%, according to Poonpong Naiyanapakorn, director of the Commerce Ministry’s Trade Policy and Strategy Office.

Based on information from June, he said Thailand’s low inflation rate is in line with global inflation, which is steadily falling, and is the lowest compared to Laos, Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam. Continued …

3 key challenges Thailand is facing in international trade

Geopolitics, green trade policies and the Russia-Ukraine war are posing some severe challenges to Thailand’s export market, the Department of Trade Negotiations (DTN) chief said.

Auramon Supthaweethum, DTN director general, was speaking at the “Thailand Economic Resilience and Opportunities” seminar on Monday. The seminar was held at Hyatt Regency Bangkok. Continued …

World Bank highlights Thailand’s recovery prospects and challenges

World Bank country manager Fabrizio Zarcone spoke at length about the prospects for Thailand’s economic recovery and the challenges that lie ahead in a Bangkok speech.

Zarcone opened his address by expressing gratitude for the invitation to the online event before going on to commend Thailand’s ambition to accelerate growth and enhance the quality of life for its citizens, saying that these goals were attainable. Continued …

Koh Kood

Travel publisher puts Thailand on its “no list” for 2023

Travel publisher Fodor has put Thailand on its “no list” for 2023, advising readers to avoid the overcrowding in tourist hotspots such as Koh Phi Phi, access point for Maya Bay, and dive mecca Koh Tao, where the authorities introduced a tourist user fee in 2022 to thin the crowds.

Although Thailand is likely to miss its target for 2023 of hosting 30 million foreign tourists, as fewer visitors from China have returned than was expected, the crowds are back, so if you are planning a trip to one of the country’s islands, it might be wise to consider a lesser-known destination such as Koh Kood. Continued …

Problems in paradise? Six countries most popular with Russian tourists

Despite Russia’s war against Ukraine, hundreds of thousands of Russian citizens continue to eye popular summer vacation spots, or even shelters to wait out the war, but their presence is causing problems.

“Some countries are willing to accept Russian money, but this has its consequences. The policy of accepting tens of thousands of tourists from a rogue country is already creating problems in paradise for some popular destinations,” Politico reports. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

Book a flight

 

90-day online reporting

Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
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Monday’s news-Aug 7

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  • Hua Hin Airport expansion plan: 2-3 years before international flights/
  • Hua Hin Profile: Panintorn Prakij/
  • Tips for finding an affordable auto repair shop in Thailand/
  • EGAT Rejects Cheaper Electricity Bills Amid Losses/
  • NHSO now authorized to reimburse all for basic health services/
  • Spanish Chef Confesses To Murdering Colombian Surgeon/
  • Climate change threatens wild tigers’ habitat/
  • Thailand election: Thailand’s precarious political situation is ‘far from over’/General Predicted to be Thailand’s Prime Minister at the End of August/
  • Economy: Thailand Still Wants to Develop a Major Spaceport/Convention bureau cuts MICE outlook/Oil firm subsidiary Arun Plus sees profit from EV foray within 3-5 years/
  • Tourism: Hua Hin and Cha Am among most popular destinations this Mother’s Day/Thai tourism banking on Chinese tourists/Kaeng Krachan National Park closes two areas for recovery/Pattaya Traffic Police Crack Down on Arab Groups/
  • Thailand Experience: 12 Things To Do In Ayutthaya/From World Heritage Site to Roti Sai Mai/Discover the charms of Sing Buri/
  • International: The world inches closer to feared global warming ‘tipping points’/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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Hua Hin Airport expansion plan: 2-3 years before international flights

The Department of Airports (DoA) is planning to upgrade Hua Hin Airport into an international airport to boost tourism.

Rattapol Charoenphon, acting director of Hua Hin Airport, on Sunday said the airport, operated by the DoA, recently expanded its runway to 2.1 kilometers long and 60 meters wide to accommodate Airbus A320 aircraft. Continued …

Hua Hin Profile: Panintorn Prakij

By Felicitee Lawrie

As she sat in Veggie Tales/Wagging Tails Café to Panintorn Prakij, (Paang to her friends), she explained the many and varied demands on her time from the myriad projects she has immersed herself in.

Her business venture, XploreAsia, does provide a livelihood for herself, her business partner and their 15 or so employees, but there is another facet to the business and it can be clearly seen to be filling a profound need for all who participate in its activities. Then there is a charity foundation, The “For Future Foundation”, under whose umbrella the well-known animal welfare service, Rescue Paws, operates, ably assisted by profits from the very café we are sitting in. Continued …

Tips for finding an affordable auto repair shop in Thailand

Regular maintenance checks, routine tire changes, even more, complex transmission work – whatever it may be, it’s clear that going to a good auto repair shop can save you loads of time and money. But finding an affordable auto repair shop that you can trust isn’t always easy.

But here’s the good news – it’s not impossible! Here are six practical tips for finding an affordable auto repair shop in Thailand. Continued … 

EGAT Rejects Cheaper Electricity Bills Amid Losses

The Electricity Authority of Thailand (EGAT) has announced that it cannot entertain any further requests for cheaper electricity bills in the upcoming four-month cycle.

The decision comes as EGAT faces financial strain due to its accumulated loss, which resulted from subsidizing power bills between September 2021 and May 2023. The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) estimates the accumulated loss to decrease to 135 billion baht by the end of the current month. Continued …

NHSO now authorized to reimburse all for basic health services

The National Health Security Office (NHSO) has been authorized to reimburse non-gold cardholders for vaccinations and disease-prevention expenses, the NHSO chief said.

Dr. Jadet Thammathat-aree, NHSO secretary-general, said on Sunday that caretaker Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has signed a third order for the NHSO expense management fund for this year. This would allow the NHSO to reimburse members of the Social Security Fund and state officials under the Prevention and Promotion (P&P) basic public health services. Continued …

Spanish Chef Confesses To Murdering Colombian Surgeon

Police on Koh Phangan said Saturday afternoon that a Spanish chef has confessed to the murder and dismemberment of a Colombian surgeon, with most body parts packed in a suitcase and dumped into the sea but some parts that did not fit in were discarded at a garbage dump.

Latest reports of the investigation into this grisly crime states that Daniel (surname withheld), 29, had now confessed to killing Edwin (surname withheld), 44. Continued …

Climate change threatens wild tigers’ habitat

Climate change presents a big challenge for protecting and preserving tigers in the wild, says the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment permanent Secretary Jatuporn Buruspat.

He shared strong concerns over the fires that are destroying the habitat of the forest’s top hunter. Continued …

Thailand’s precarious political situation is ‘far from over’

With Thailand in a political quagmire once again, Varawut Silpa-archa, the leader of the Chart Thai Pattana Party, and Amorn Wanichwiwatana, a political scientist at Chulalongkorn University, spoke about what lies ahead.

Their comments follow a tumultuous time in Thai politics. After lying in Move Forward’s hands for more than 70 days, Pheu Thai now holds the leading position for establishing a new government. Continued …

General Predicted to be Thailand’s Prime Minister at the End of August

Prescient political activist and anti-corruption campaigner Chuwit Kamolvisit, who this week announced that he may have only eight months to live, is predicting that Thailand’s next prime minister will be 78-year-old Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan, who will be elected at the end of August after several further votes in parliament and the failure of the Pheu Thai Party to form a government.

On Sunday, Chuwit predicted that Thailand’s next prime minister will be the leader of the Palang Pracharat Party, Prawit, the current deputy prime minister and one of the three brothers-in-arms associated with the 2014 coup d’etat in Thailand. Continued …

Thailand Still Wants to Develop a Major Spaceport

In a groundbreaking move, Thailand is venturing into the realm of space exploration with plans to establish its own spaceport.

The initiative, spearheaded by caretaker Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, aims to propel the country’s technological capabilities and stimulate economic growth across multiple sectors, potentially creating more than 400 job opportunities for Thai citizens. Continued …

Convention bureau cuts MICE outlook

The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has downgraded the revenue forecast for the MICE (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) segment to 96 billion baht, less than half the level recorded in 2019, and attributed to a subdued Chinese market.

TCEB President Chiruit Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya said even though MICE travelers from Europe, India and Southeast Asia are rebounding strongly, Thailand still needs the Chinese market to return in order to reach its projections. Continued …

Oil firm subsidiary Arun Plus sees profit from EV foray within 3-5 years

Arun Plus Co., a subsidiary of national oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc, expects to gain profit from its fledging electric vehicle (EV) businesses within 3-5 years, as Thai drivers become more interested in these new-generation cars.

The company is pushing ahead with EV assembly, battery production and EV rental development projects, all meant to help establish a Thai EV ecosystem. Continued …

Hua Hin and Cha Am among most popular destinations this Mother’s Day

The next long weekend is set to be a busy one in Hua Hin and Cha Am. The two destinations are among the most popular for Thai families celebrating Mother’s Day (Aug 12), according to data from Agoda.

The travel booking website recently revealed the top domestic travel destinations for Thai families during the long Mother’s Day break. Continued …

Thai tourism banking on Chinese tourists

When China announced the country’s surprise reopening in January, every business sector in Thailand responded enthusiastically to the news, particularly the tourism industry, which earned more than 530 billion baht from Chinese visitors in 2019.

Since then, the feeble recovery of the mainland’s economy caused middle-income earners to face salary cuts, leading them to consider saving money instead of spending it on travel. Continued …

Kaeng Krachan National Park closes two areas for recovery

Kaeng Krachan National Park authorities have announced the temporary closure of two popular areas, in a bid to allow natural resources to regenerate and ensure safety during the rainy season.

Park officials said Phanoen Thung Mountain and Mae Saliang Creek will be off-limits to tourists from Aug. 1 to Oct. 31.

Park officials affirmed that several other attractions, including Ban Krang Camp, Pala-U Waterfall, and the Kaeng Krachan National Park Office will continue to welcome tourists, as usual.

Pattaya Traffic Police Crack Down on Arab Groups

Pattaya Traffic Police took firm action against defiant Arab groups on Soi Pattaya Second Road, an area notorious for their gatherings. Lt. Col. Arut Sapan, head of Pattaya City Traffic Police, deployed forces to discipline unruly drivers and operators.

The area frequently witnessed gatherings of Arab tourists revving their engines and causing disturbances to the public. The police issued warnings and public announcements to rental car operators, urging them to cooperate in preventing such behavior and finding solutions to curb the impact on society. Continued …

12 Things To Do In Ayutthaya

When considering a trip to Thailand, many travelers might focus on Bangkok, the lively Thai capital. But not far away is the smaller city of Ayutthaya, full of rich history, gorgeous sights, and a small-town feel that is refreshing after vacationing in adventurous Bangkok.

For those using Bangkok as a home base for myriad day trips in the area, or for anyone looking for an off-the-beaten-path exploration of Thailand, Ayutthaya offers a jam-packed itinerary. Continued …

From World Heritage Site to Roti Sai Mai

Among the first things that come to mind when talking about Ayutthaya, and perhaps equally as famous as Ayutthaya Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is roti sai mai.

This famous dessert is a sweet wrap with a soft and very fine sugar thread filling. It became known worldwide after Lalisa Manoban, aka Lisa Blackpink, posted a video on her IG last year, preparing and then eating this sweet snack. And in more proof of its delectable delights, it even was featured in the Michelin Guide Thailand 2023 edition. Continued …

Discover the charms of Sing Buri

The legendary city of Sing Buri will be colored with art and design during the “Sang See Sing: Let’s Glow Singburi” festival, which will take place at Sing Buri City Hall Ror Sor 130 on Wilai Chit Road in Muang district, from Aug. 18-27.

Organized by the Tourism Council of Sing Buri, in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, this festival aims to attract more tourists, especially the new generation, to explore the city’s creative movements and its traditional culture. Continued …

The world inches closer to feared global warming ‘tipping points’

Climate change effects usually become clear over decades and centuries, but they seem to be everywhere this summer: temperature records broken constantly, ocean waters as warm as hot tubs and world leaders so alarmed they’ve called this the “the era of global boiling.” Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

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Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
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Wednesday’s news-Aug 2

  • No alcohol sales today for religious holiday/
  • Foreign ‘Mafia’ group holds gun to head of tourists in Pattaya/
  • Robbery at Hua Hin gold shop: Thief flees with necklaces worth 300,000 THB/
  • Boy, 9, missing off PKK beach/
  • Local radio station Surf FM re-brands to SURF Radio/
  • Major landslide warning for 45 provinces as Thailand braces for heavy rainfall/
  • Wondering how to keep strong and age well? Think muscle health/
  • Mega changes ahead for Thailand’s Elite visa/
  • Move Forward ready to sacrifice government position to ensure no coup makers/
  • Tragic Fireworks Warehouse Explosion Leaves Community Severely Affected/
  • Economy: Employment on the rise as Thai economy continues to recover/Thai inflation to remain relatively low in Q3/Thai govt mulls halting Central Plains rice farming amid anticipated drought/Global warming could inflict massive loss on Thai agriculture/Founder of Wind Energy Holdings awarded US$900M in compensation by UK court/
  • Tourism: Beach beating: 20 Thai transwomen assault foreigners in Pattaya/Two Indian Men Drown At Phuket Beach After Allegedly Ignoring No Swimming Warnings/Bangkok: Digital nomads’ No.1 destination/Tourism revival in Thailand risks airport slot overcrowding/Marine officials close Maya Bay for 2 months’ ‘rest’ from tourists/Full Moon Party faces Buddha Days, water shortages this month/
  • Thailand Experience: What footprints do we, as tourists, leave behind?/5 great ways retirees in Thailand spend their free time/Indulging in Meaningful Wellness experiences in Koh Samui/Surin marks Asanha Bucha with elephant parade/Things to See and Do in Northern Thailand/
  • International: Trump indicted for efforts to overturn 2020 election and block transfer of power/Food security at risk without global cooperation, authorities warn/Myanmar junta pardons ex-leader Suu Kyi for five offenses/Chinese EVs smash monthly sales records/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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No alcohol sales today for religious holiday

Foreign ‘Mafia’ group holds gun to head of tourists in Pattaya

A shocking incident took place at the Voice of Navy 5 Viewpoint in Pattaya, as a Thai witness captured a distressing video of a foreign mafia member threatening a group of Asian men at gunpoint.

The video, lasting 1.39 minutes, shows a foreign mafia man dressed in all-black attire brandishing a gun and intimidating approximately 10 foreigners, believed to be Kuwaiti nationals. The most alarming moment was when the gunman pointed his weapon directly at the head of one of the men. Continued …

Robbery at Hua Hin gold shop: Thief flees with necklaces worth 300,000 THB

A thief dressed as a FoodPanda delivery rider struck a well-known gold shop in Hua Hin on Tuesday, brazenly escaping with a haul of gold necklaces worth nearly 300,000 baht.

The incident occurred at approximately 1:30 PM when Deputy Superintendent of Police at Hua Hin Police Station Pichaya Rongleua received a report of a robbery at the Yaowarat Gold Shop on Chomsin Road. Continued …

Boy, 9, missing off PKK beach

A search used rubber boats and drones to inspect an area of approximately 3 kilometers in search of a 9-year-old boy who went missing after swimming in the sea at Suan Son Beach yesterday. There were strong winds and waves at the time.

The missing boy and his family were visiting Samut Sakhon Province. The rescue operation involved hundreds of officials who combed an 800-meter stretch along the coastline. Specialized rescue divers searched an additional 1-kilometer distance into the sea.

Local radio station Surf FM re-brands to SURF Radio

The radio station started life 20 years ago by Pongsawatch Charoennithithat with a vision to provide English radio for expat residents and visitors to the area.

While the radio station initially experienced some success, it soon faced challenges due to inadequate signal, and low advertising sales. Continued … 

Major landslide warning for 45 provinces as Thailand braces for heavy rainfall

Continual rainfall appears to be holding Thailand under its reign. The Thai Meteorology Department (TMD) warned of potential landslides in 45 provinces, including Bangkok.

The precipitation accumulation could lead to sudden flooding and running forest water in the northern, eastern, and western southern provinces. Residents in these locations are advised to be cautious, especially around mountainous areas, or near river paths. Continued … 

Wondering how to keep strong and age well? Think muscle health

Sometimes it’s not until later in life that a person starts to think about aging well.Healthy aging can mean many things, from keeping your memory intact to maintaining an active social life to staying in peak physical condition.

One component of aging well is supporting your muscle health. Muscle loss begins around age 40 and increases year after year, accelerating at around age 70. Continued …

Mega changes ahead for Thailand’s Elite visa

The Thai Elite visa, which offers multiple-entry stays between five and 20 years, will totally replace its current packages on Oct. 1, 2023. Founded by then prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra in 2003, Thailand Privilege Card Co. is wholly owned by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. But a new senior management team at Elite has decided to introduce unprecedented changes.

All new applications for Elite must be made by Sept. 15 under the existing application rules: after that it will be too late. Current holders of the popular Elite Easy Access – a five-year visa available for a cash payment of 600,000 baht – have until Aug. 15 to transfer to a longer Elite visa, usually for 20 years: after that it will be too late. Continued …

Move Forward ready to sacrifice government position to ensure no coupmakers

The Move Forward is ready to move to the opposition to ensure that neither the Palang Pracharath Party or the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party are in the next government coalition, a MFP MP said today.

Despite taking the lead in forming the government, the Pheu Thai Party has experienced difficulties due to Move Forward Party’s electoral promise to amend the lese-majeste laws and the refusal of the senate and more conservative parties to side with them while MFP was in the coalition. Continued …

Tragic Fireworks Warehouse Explosion Leaves Community Severely Affected

The death toll from the massive explosion at a fireworks and firecracker warehouse in the southern Thai province of Narathiwat has risen to 12, with more than 120 people injured. About 100 residential buildings in the area were also damaged.

Of the injured, 10 people are still being treated in hospitals, while the rest have returned home but are still suffering from the psychological aftermath. Continued with video …

Employment on the rise as Thai economy continues to recover

The employment situation for Thais has consistently improved, reflecting the continued economic recovery following the pandemic, the National Statistical Office reported this week.

During thesecond quarter of 2023, 660,000 people found jobs, bringing the total number of employed individuals to 39.7 million. The increase in working hours also indicates a rise in job opportunities, with around 560,000 more people working full time (35-49 hours per week) compared to the same period in 2022. Continued …

Thai inflation to remain relatively low in Q3

The Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) expects domestic inflation to remain relatively low in the third quarter following the 2.49% inflation in the first half of this year, while the Commerce Ministry estimates this year’s domestic inflation at 1%-2% with a median figure of 1.5%.

According to Wisit Limluecha, vice chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) and chairman of the Processed Food and Future Food Committee (PFC) of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), the food industry is facing risks and challenges, such as economic stagnation, inflation, rising oil prices, and the effects of the El Nino phenomenon. Continued …

Thai govt mulls halting Central Plains rice farming amid anticipated drought

In a bid to counteract the effects of a potential drought, the central government of Thailand is contemplating the suspension of rice cultivation in the Central Plains region. This proposal comes alongside the potential establishment of a command center to combat reduced rainfall and water shortages.

The Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR) initiated this conversation, citing apprehensions about the forecasted decrease in this year’s nationwide rainfall. Surasri Kidtimonton, the secretary-general of the ONWR, expressed worry that the rainfall for the year has fallen below average, sparking prospects of a more arid rainy season. Continued …

Global warming could inflict massive loss on Thai agriculture

Global warming could break new records next year, severely affecting the agricultural sector and potentially causing losses of over 2.85 trillion baht by the year 2045, weather experts have warned.

During a panel discussion entitled “Cope and Adapt to Prevent the Global Warming Crisis”, Associate Professor Vishnu Atthavanich from the Faculty of Economics at Kasetsart University said that around 1.2 trillion trees would need to be planted just to absorb the carbon dioxide emitted in the past decade, adding that planting such a massive number of trees over a short period would be extremely challenging, if not impossible. Continued …

Founder of Wind Energy Holdings awarded US$900M in compensation by UK court

Founder and former CEO of Thai renewable energy firm Wind Energy Holdings (WEH) has been awarded US$900 million (about 30 billion baht) in compensation by a British court over a share sale swindle.

On July 31, the British court ordered the current chairman of Wind Energy Holdings (WEH) and 13 other co-defendants to compensate the founder of the company for fraudulently conspiring to lure the plaintiff into selling his shares in WEH at an undervalued price, according to a BBC Thai report. Continued …

Beach beating: 20 Thai transwomen assault foreigners in Pattaya

In the early hours of this morning, a gang of 20 Thai transwomen unleashed a physical assault on three foreigners along Beach Road in Pattaya, raising concerns due to their previous involvement in violent acts in the area.

The Pattaya Tourist Police swiftly responded to a distress call and arrived at the scene to aid the victims, comprising two Saudi Arabian men and one Palestinian man. Visibly shaken, the foreigners were taken to the police station for questioning. Continued …

Two Indian Men Drown At Phuket Beach After Allegedly Ignoring No Swimming Warnings

Two Indian tourists drowned at Karon Beach, Mueang Phuket, after allegedly ignoring red flags and no swimming warnings.

Emergency responders were notified of the incident at 6:45pm at Karon Beach on Tuesday. They arrived at the beach with red flags, which meant no swimming allowed, placed along the beach. Continued …

Bangkok: Digital nomads’ No.1 destination

Bangkok earned the prestigious title of top city for digital nomads worldwide, according to a recent survey conducted by CommercialSearch, a renowned platform specializing in working and co-working spaces. The bustling metropolis outshone all its competitors in this year’s rankings of the Best Cities for Digital Nomads.

CommercialSearch’s evaluation process involved assessing cities globally with populations exceeding 400,000 residents and completing data in all their metrics. From this comprehensive list, 57 cities emerged as the top contenders, with only one city selected from each country, ensuring a diverse set of large, well-connected urban centers that present outstanding choices for those embracing the digital nomad lifestyle. Affordability, Internet speed, coworking costs, fun factor, and safety were the key factors considered for the rankings. Continued …

Tourism revival in Thailand risks airport slot overcrowding

In anticipation of the upcoming high season, Thailand’s Tourism Authority (TAT) has expressed concerns over the slot capacity at international airports. As more flights are set to resume, it is predicted that the country will receive around 8 million tourists this year, primarily derived from long-haul markets anticipating a significant tourism revival.

The TAT’s expectations for overall foreign visitors this year include at least six million individuals from Europe, one million from the Americas, and an estimated half a million from the Middle East. Continued …

Marine officials close Maya Bay for 2 months’ ‘rest’ from tourists

Krabi’s Maya Bay, on Koh Phi Phi Leh, has been closed for two months to give the ecosystem time to recover before the return of the tourist high season. The closure has been confirmed by Ratchanok Phaenoi, chief of Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park.

The picturesque bay, arguably the most famous in Thailand thanks to the 2000 Leonard di Caprio movie, The Beach, will re-open on Sept. 30. Continued …

Full Moon Party faces Buddha Days, water shortages this month

Local party and event organizers have scrambled to host the infamous Full Moon Party on Haad Rin Beach in Koh Pha Ngan this week while facing a number of setbacks. The country is seeing a surge in tourism due to the super-extended six-day holiday weekend, but that brings a downside for the partygoers on the island.

Normally, the week of Full Moon is full of all-night parties for at least five days, with popular shindigs like Waterfall Party and OXA Beach two nights before Full Moon, the legendary Jungle Experience the night before, Maya the day after and another Waterfall Party two days after, along with many other weekly and monthly events around the island. Continued …

What footprints do we, as tourists, leave behind?

When COVID broke out, I was an expat living in northern Thailand. In 2020, and most of 2021, the country had no access to COVID vaccines. The Thai government shut its borders to prevent the spread of disease. Most foreigners were locked out of Thailand. I was locked in.

Thailand’s shutdown of international tourism reduced the spread of COVID and was good for the natural environment. Local media reported that endangered animals were returning to coastal areas. Unfortunately, the Thai economy is heavily dependent upon international tourism. For the Thai people, the shutdown was a financial disaster. Continued …

5 great ways retirees in Thailand spend their free time

If you’re a retired expat settling down in Thailand, we bet you are keen to find your golden years with more than just basking in the sun (not that there’s anything wrong with that, of course). When the days feel a bit long, and you find yourself browsing “things to do when retired and bored” on your search engine, it’s a clear sign that you need to shake things up a bit.

But don’t worry. Thailand has a wealth of entertainment and activities that are perfect for retirees. Here are some of the most exciting ways to make your retirement in Thailand feel vibrant and thrilling. Continued …

Indulging in Meaningful Wellness experiences in Koh Samui

Koh Samui, Thailand’s second largest island, is not only well-known for turquoise waters, white sand, and tropical rain forests but also for being one of the top wellness destinations in Thailand. What makes the tropical paradise a wellness destination? Well, it’s not merely due to its sandy beaches.

The amicable and rich culture, healthy and authentic southern Thai delicacies, diverse flora, well-protected fauna and the island’s unrivaled serenity all enrich one’s body, mind and soul. So, what is an ideal “well-cation” in Samui? Read on to find out what a perfectly curated wellness experience in Koh Samui looks like. Continued …

Surin marks Asanha Bucha with elephant parade

Thirty-seven elephants carried 71 monks in a merit-making ceremony marking Asanha Puja Day in the northeastern province of Surin on Tuesday morning.

Hundreds of Thai Buddhists attended the ceremony to offer food and refreshments to the monks, while visitors took close-up shots of the elephant parade. According to the local report, this is the world’s only merit-making ceremony held on the elephant back. Continued … 

Things to See and Do in Northern Thailand

Earlier this year, I was planning a trip to Thailand, as I’d not been to this popular destination in a long while. Initially, I had wanted to book a trip to Bangkok or Phuket, as I was familiar with those locations and missed traveling there.

But after thinking it over, I decided to try something new for once. After looking up potential destinations to visit in Thailand, I made up my mind to book a trip to Chiang Mai, Thailand’s beloved “Rose in the North”. Continued … 

Trump indicted for efforts to overturn 2020 election and block transfer of power

Donald Trump was indicted on felony charges Tuesday for working to overturn the results of the 2020 election in the run-up to the violent riot by his supporters at the U.S. Capitol, with the Justice Department moving to hold him accountable for an effort to block the transfer of presidential power.

The four-count indictment, the third criminal case against Trump, provided deeper insight into a dark chapter in American history that has already been the subject of exhaustive federal investigations and captivating public hearings. It chronicles a months-long campaign of lies about the election results and says that, even when those falsehoods culminated in a chaotic insurrection at the Capitol, Trump sought to exploit that violence by trying to delay further the counting of votes that sealed his defeat. Continued …

Food security at risk without global cooperation, authorities warn

Amidst the global food crisis, caused by soaring prices worldwide due to the Russian war in Ukraine and volatile weather conditions, India’s ban on rice exports has raised concerns about food security. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has proposed that several countries review their food export policies to address the increasing food security concerns. Continued … 

Myanmar junta pardons ex-leader Suu Kyi for five offenses

Myanmar’s military-led government has reduced the prison sentences of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi in clemency connected to a religious holiday in the Buddhist-majority country, state media said Tuesday. Continued …

Chinese EVs smash monthly sales records

Three of China’s top electric vehicle (EV) start-ups reported record monthly sales in July, as a release of pent-up demand in the world’s largest market for battery-powered cars continues. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

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90-day online reporting

Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
  • Department of Hughways – 1586
  • State Railway – 1590
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Saturday’s news-July 29

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  • Free entrance to national parks during long break/
  • Downpours forecast for most of Thailand until Thursday/
  • Heart failure: cardiologists put out a call to action/
  • Female teachers required to serve alcohol, dance at religious event/
  • Economy: Thai political uncertainty could have ramifications for new investments/Property developers glum on outlook/
  • Tourism: Long holiday a boon for Ko Samui tourism/Unprecedented six-day holiday leads to tourist boom in Pattaya/Eastern Trat islands see huge influx of visitors as long holiday break begins/Thai health and wellness tourism in the global spotlight/
  • Thailand Experience: Guardians of The Forest: Fading Stripes/Thailand’s wild tigers have doubled in number to 189 since 2014/10 Best Natural Attractions in Chiang Mai for a Therapeutic Trip/In perfect harmony: an ode to Buddhism/
  • International: Typhoon Doksuri destroys power lines, closes factories as it rips into China/US announces $345M military aid package for Taiwan/
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Free entrance to national parks during long break

To promote domestic tourism, national parks nationwide will offer free admission to visitors during the six-day holiday, said the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation on its Facebook page on Friday.

The long break started yesterday, His Majesty the King’s birthday, and continues until Wednesday, the start of Buddhist Lent. To help travelers decide which park to visit, the department listed the 10 most popular during the same period last year: Continued …

Downpours forecast for most of Thailand until Thursday

Heavy to very heavy rains are forecast to continue in most parts of Thailand until next Thursday due to a moderate monsoon trough lying across the upper north and Laos, and a low-pressure area near the coast of upper Vietnam, the Meteorological Department said.

Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon prevailing over the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand will intensify from Saturday to Thursday, according to the department’s seven-day forecast issued on Friday. Continued …

Heart failure: cardiologists put out a call to action

If you experience fatigue or you notice that one or both of your legs is swollen, you will probably brush it off, blaming the tiredness on too-busy days and the swelling on sitting in the same position for too long. But writing off these seemingly innocuous symptoms is a mistake, as they might well be telling you that your heart is failing.

Lack of knowledge aside, it’s perhaps even more worrying is that overlooking these symptoms is one of the reasons why 16.1% of heart failure cases are misdiagnosed in hospitals. Continued …

Female teachers required to serve alcohol, dance at religious event

An ongoing Thai school controversy has unfolded, involving a large school planning to host a religious “Pa Pha” ceremony, which attracted criticism due to directives issued that required female teachers to perform traditional dance and serve alcohol to guests. The incident has provoked heated discussions online following the incident’s exposure on social media.

The Thai school controversy came to light after a female teacher reported the issue through a social media page named “Teacher Indy.” She revealed that a large school yesterday was organizing a “Pa Pha” school ceremony during which the female teachers were expected not only to dress up and dance as traditional dancers but also serve alcohol to the guests. Continued …

Thai political uncertainty could have ramifications for new investments

Foreign companies are closely monitoring the political situation in Thailand, but they assured that they were continuing to invest in Thailand despite the political uncertainty, according to different sources.

They want the next government to pursue a policy of energy independence and sustainable energy to create a conducive environment for long-term business growth. Continued …

Property developers glum on outlook

Property developers have called for the new government to be formed as soon as possible, as it would facilitate a speedy economic recovery and ultimately stimulate the housing property sector amid several negative factors and risks.

Apichart Chutrakul, chairman of Sansiri, said the situation regarding the Russia-Ukraine war remained uncertain at present, posing risks to the global economy. Continued …

Long holiday a boon for Ko Samui tourism

The Ko Samui airport in the southern province of Surat Thani has become lively and crowded with many Thai and foreign tourists who started arriving at this famous island resort on Friday, the first day of a six-day long holiday, thanks to the cabinet’s decision to declare Monday, July 31, an extra day off.

All Bangkok Airways flights from Suvarnabhumi airport in Samut Prakan province to Ko Samui were fully booked, as were all direct flights to the island from Hong Kong and Singapore. Continued …

Unprecedented six-day holiday leads to tourist boom in Pattaya

Yesterday marked the kick-off of an unprecedented six-day holiday. Pattaya‘s beaches and tourist hotspots were abuzz as visitors flocked, particularly to Koh Larn, a stunning island located roughly 7 kilometers from the coast. According to local accommodation providers, the entirety of the island’s estimated 3,000 rooms were booked out.

The rush of tourists, both Thai and foreign, regularly set sail from Bali Hai pier in South Pattaya to the island. In response to the influx, the Pattaya City Municipality, in collaboration with the Marine Office, mobilized officials to assist in managing the crowd at the pier. Continued …

Eastern Trat islands see huge influx of visitors as long holiday break begins

Tourists flocked to scenic islands in the eastern seaboard province of Trat as a six-day holiday break started on Friday.

Ferries from mainland Trat were crowded with vacationers and their cars amid a sharp increase in visitors to the islands of Chang, Kood and Mak. Continued …

Thai health and wellness tourism in the global spotlight

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) gained greater opportunities to tap into the medical and wellness market at the Amazing Thailand Health and Wellness New Chapters New Experience Exclusive Trade Meet 2023.

Held earlier this week in Bangkok, the event was designed to connect health and wellness representatives from all over the world with Thai entrepreneurs. In addition to showcasing innovative health and wellness tourism products, the event fostered collaboration through seminars and business negotiations. Continued …

Guardians of The Forest: Fading Stripes

What is your favorite place to connect with nature? Picture yourself in the heart of a vast and ancient jungle, surrounded by towering huge trees holding untold past secrets. The air is thick with nature’s beauty, and the sounds of wildlife create a melody of life.

A faraway roar sends shivers down your spine and is a reminder of the regal presence of the tiger, known as the “king of the jungle.” This has become a rare scene these days. Today, the sounds of devastation drown out the echoes of their once-powerful dominion. This is the story of struggle, resilience, and hope in the face of an ongoing attack on their “homes”. Continued …

Thailand’s wild tigers have doubled in number to 189 since 2014

There are now as many as 189 wild tigers in Thailand’s forests, a 100% increase since 2014, according to a census conducted using camera traps, said Atthaphon Charoenchansa, director-general of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, on International Tiger Day today.

Most of the tigers are to be found in Kaeng Krachan, Dong Phyayen-Khao Yai, Hala Bala-Bang Lang and western forests, he said, adding that the department launched the second national action plan to conserve the big cats, which runs from last year until 2034, with the aim of further increasing the tiger population and that of their prey. Continued …

10 Best Natural Attractions in Chiang Mai for a Therapeutic Trip

Does a therapeutic trip to Chiang Mai, Thailand sound appealing to you? Aside from the mouthwatering delicacies and cultural heritage, there are so many underrated natural attractions in this beautiful destination in Thailand that are worth exploring. For your upcoming vacation, visit Chiang Mai and be amazed by the natural beauty and rejuvenating activities it offers!

10 Must-visit natural attractions in Chiang Mai

1. Doi Inthanon National Park

Google the word Chiang Mai and you’ll probably stumble upon a gorgeous picture of the Doi Inthanon National Park. Not only is it an icon of Chiang Mai, but it is also one of the most popular parks in Thailand! Continued …

In perfect harmony: an ode to Buddhism

This Monday, Chalermchai Dongchan will be one of the four devotees chanting the Vessantara Jataka, or Maha Chat Kham Luang, in front of Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua at the Emerald Buddha Temple.

“Chanting Maha Chat Kham Luang has been my proud mission since 2010,” the 42-year-old civil servant with the Culture Ministry’s Religious Affairs Department said. Continued …

Typhoon Doksuri destroys power lines, closes factories as it rips into China

Typhoon Doksuri swept into China’s southeastern Fujian province on Friday, unleashing heavy rain and violent gusts of wind that whipped power lines, sparking fires, uprooted trees and forced factories and shopping malls to shut. Continued …

US announces $345M military aid package for Taiwan

The United States on Friday unveiled a $345 million military aid package for Taiwan designed to quickly bolster the island’s ability to deter a Chinese invasion. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

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Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
  • Department of Hughways – 1586
  • State Railway – 1590
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Friday’s news-July 28

  • Fishing pier walking street opened for holiday weekend/
  • Hundreds of amateur footballers to descend on Hua Hin/
  • Phetchaburi to host 2-day food and art event/
  • Long holiday to boost domestic tourism, hotel occupancy/
  • PKK monkeys to Phuket? Relocation tackles rampant macaque issue in Phetchaburi and PKK/
  • Thailand election: New Thai PM could be elected on Aug. 4, but…/Thaksin’s pending return signals done deal?/’Deal struck on next govt’/
  • Economy: Fuel tariff for Sept-Dec lowered, but private sector opposes it/Thai CEOs’ Top Concerns: Government Formation Delay and Global Demand Slowdown/Climatologist paints bleak picture for Thai farmers/Household debt rose to an average of 559,408 baht this year/
  • Tourism: Russian Elites Transforming Thailand’s Biggest Island as They Become More Unwelcome in the West/TAT Adopts Cautious Approach to Visa Fee Waiver Scheme/41st Thailand Tourism Festival in Bangkok from Aug. 2-6/What Happened to All Those Chinese Tourists?/
  • Thailand Experience: A visitor’s guide to ethical elephant sanctuaries in Thailand/Top 10 travel tips for your first trip to Thailand/Thailand: Why Many Men Become ‘Short-Term’ Monks/
  • International: Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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Fishing pier walking street opened for holiday weekend

The Saphan Pla Walking Street on the Hua Hin fishing pier will be open for an additional day for the upcoming long weekend. The walking street will be open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, from 5pm.

Hundreds of amateur footballers to descend on Hua Hin

Hua Hin is gearing up to host not one, but two major amateur football tournaments this September. Organized by the Viking Club Hua Hin, these tournaments are set to become annual fixtures in Hua Hin’s sporting calendar.

With the True Arena Hua Hin sports complex boasting pristine FIFA-standard real grass pitches, the stage is set for what are expected to be eagerly anticipated events. Continued …

Phetchaburi to host 2-day food and art event

The Phetchaburi Creative City of Gastronomy event is a two-day cultural and culinary celebration that will feature local cuisine, food demonstrations, free food tastings, cultural performances and folk entertainment, contemporary music performances, goldsmith and other local craftsmanship demonstrations, and local product sales.

The event will be held at the Wat Yai Suwannaram, and Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park (Khao Wang) in Phetchaburi from 4-10pm, Aug 45.

The event will feature: performances and demonstrations of culture/local food from eight districts; exhibitions and demonstrations of Phetchaburi’s craftsmanship; an exhibition of cultural products by CPOT; contemporary art performances and demonstrations; a photography exhibition of the Eat & Art project; music and local cultural performances; a community tourism exhibition; a creative food exhibition by Rajabhat Phetchaburi University; an innovative food exhibition by Silpakorn University; a cultural market; exhibitions from various organizations/educational institutions.

For more information, contact the Phetchaburi Provincial Office of Culture at 03242 4324; map location.

Long holiday to boost domestic tourism, hotel occupancy

The six-day holiday that starts today will generate up to 1.66 billion baht in domestic tourism from nearly 5 million trips made by Thais, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said on Thursday.

The long break starts on Friday (July 28), His Majesty the King’s birthday, and continues until Wednesday (Aug. 2), the start of Buddhist Lent. The caretaker government on Tuesday designated Monday (July 31) as an extra public holiday to give Thais more time to head back to their home towns. Continued …

PKK monkeys to Phuket? Relocation tackles rampant macaque issue in Phetchaburi and PKK

In what’s being hailed as a successful initiative, multiple crab-eating macaques have been relocated from communities within Phetchaburi to an island in Phuket, under a pilot project. The venture has cleared the road for the relocation of more from the rapidly increasing macaque population in the province, as well as the neighboring Prachuap Khiri Khan, according to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources.

The project is part of the ministry’s efforts to mitigate the damaging effects seen on local communities due to the rapid surge in the macaque population, as advised by Yuthapol Angkinan, consultant to the Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment. Continued … 

New Thai PM could be elected on Aug. 4, but…

Fugitive, and former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra met with former Future Forward Leader and 2019 PM candidate Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit on Tuesday this week, adding more spice to the messy ingredients already in play for the next meeting of Parliament.

House Speaker and parliament president Wan Muhamad Noor Matha has called a meeting for next Friday, Aug. 4, to elect Thailand’s’s next PM. Wan says that if the Constitutional Court rejects the petition challenging lawmakers’ blocking of Pita Limjaroenrat’s re-nomination, the vote can go ahead. Continued …

Thaksin’s pending return signals done deal?

Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra wants his planned return to Thailand to be seen as a family affair. But few are fooled by his latest political act.

All of a sudden, Thaksin has become a key player in the weeks-long political haggling over the formation of a post-election coalition. His announcement that he will finally end his self-exile and fly back to Bangkok on Aug. 10 is seen by many as a signal that a deal has already been sealed. Continued …

‘Deal struck on next govt’

A political deal involving the formation of a new government has been reached in Hong Kong between ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra and Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, the leader of the Progressive Movement, ahead of Thaksin’s plan to return to Thailand, a source in the Pheu Thai Party says.

The source said Thanathorn flew to Hong Kong on Monday morning and returned to Thailand the following day. Continued …

Fuel tariff for Sept-Dec lowered, but private sector opposes it

The private sector is not happy with the electricity cost of 4.45 baht per unit from September to December announced on Thursday by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), saying that positive energy-related factors should have pushed it lower.

The ERC announced a fuel tariff (Ft) of 66.89 satang per unit, which is equivalent to 4.45 baht per unit of electricity for the period September to December. Continued …

Thai CEOs’ Top Concerns: Government Formation Delay and Global Demand Slowdown

According to a survey by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) with a sample size of 258 CEOs from 45 industries, their top domestic concerns include:

  1. The delay in government formation and political conflicts after the election (81%)
  2. High production costs, including electricity, energy, raw materials, and logistics (76.4%) Continued …

Climatologist paints bleak picture for Thai farmers

More than 20 million Thai farming households are currently living on or below the poverty line due to various factors, including the fear of El Nino, which severely affects and increases hardships for those who work the land.

Dr. Seri Suprathit, director of Rangsit University’s Climate Change and Disaster Center, says that comprehensive reforms are needed to increase agricultural productivity, reduce water usage, and implement innovative solutions for survival. Continued …

Household debt rose to an average of 559,408 baht this year

Household debt in Thailand has climbed to an average of 559,408 baht per household, an increase of 11% compared to last year, due to slow economic recovery, the COVID19 pandemic, political conflict and geopolitical issues.

The Bank of Thailand is implementing measures to tackle the debt problem, adding that there is an urgent need for financial education and plans to manage expenditure in the long term. Given that household debt accounts for 90% of Thailand’s GDP, the forecast for next year’s GDP indicates a positive economic outlook. Continued …

Russian Elites Transforming Thailand’s Biggest Island as They Become More Unwelcome in the West

Thailand has long been a top destination for tourists. But one group in particular is now flocking to Phuket, the country’s largest island: Russian elites.

While many Russians are getting turned away from Western countries, thanks to Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine, they’re finding a friendly welcome in Thailand, Bloomberg reported on Thursday. From January to June of this year, more than 790,000 Russian nationals arrived in the country, a whopping 1,000% increase from the same time last year, according to the Thai Ministry of Tourism and Sports. More than half of those people flew into Phuket, with Russians being the No. 1 group of tourists to the island, the Phuket Tourist Assn. said. Continued …

TAT Adopts Cautious Approach to Visa Fee Waiver Scheme

The Tourism Authority of Thailand is taking a cautious approach toward implementing a visa fee waiver scheme to attract more foreign tourists.

In response to tourism operators urging the government to offer a visa fee waiver scheme to stimulate the market, TAT Gov. Yuthasak Supasorn stated that it may not be the best strategy, given that the main issue is currently the lengthy waiting period during the visa application process. Continued …

41st Thailand Tourism Festival in Bangkok from Aug. 2-6

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has scheduled the 41st Thailand Tourism Festival (TTF 2023) from Aug. 2-6, at Bangkok’s Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) under the concept of “Inno-Cultural for Sustainable Tourism” representing a combination of innovative technology and culture, unseen travel experiences, and sustainability.

Yuthasak Supasorn, TAT governor, said “This year’s Thailand Tourism Festival is conceptualized to bring the wonders of Thailand for a fantastic five-day showcase. The event will focus on promoting unseen tourist attractions, telling untold stories, sharing unlimited experiences, and highlighting amazing travel opportunities that are unpredictable beyond expectations, unbelievable in their appeal, and unforgettable in the impressions they will create.” Continued …

What Happened to All Those Chinese Tourists?

Before Covid, Malaysia’s luxury mall beneath Kuala Lumpur’s iconic Petronas Towers echoed with the sound of Chinese tourists and their dialects. But recently, during a busy dinner hour, they were missing.

Din, the mall’s outlet of famous Taiwanese chain Din Tai Fung, a favorite of Chinese tourists, was half-full with local Malaysians and Middle Eastern customers. When I asked a cashier whether they had served many Chinese lately, she shook her head with a tight smile. That’s a problem. Continued … 

A visitor’s guide to ethical elephant sanctuaries in Thailand

If you are a tourist, a trip to Thailand is incomplete without seeing the country’s extraordinary elephants. These majestic animals have been an integral part of Thailand’s culture and history, used for a variety of purposes, such as for transportation, war, logging (in the timber industry), and now tourism.

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Currently, there are around 3,500 – 4,000 captive elephants in Thailand. Wild elephant numbers range from 3,000 – 3,700, with declining population numbers every year. Continued …

Top 10 travel tips for your first trip to Thailand

Thailand, a captivating destination renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, cultural heritage, and lively urban centers, has long captured the hearts of travelers worldwide.

If you plan your inaugural voyage to this enchanting country, meticulous preparation will ensure you make the most of your experience. Following are indispensable tips for an unforgettable trip to Thailand: Continued … 

Thailand: Why Many Men Become ‘Short-Term’ Monks

After graduating from university, Palath Dilokloetthanakorn, then 22, did what many other young Thai men do before starting their careers: he joined a Buddhist monastery.

“It just felt like a tradition I had to do for my parents, especially as their eldest son,” he said, noting his parents were overjoyed on the day he was ordained. Continued …

Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison

Myanmar civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who was ousted in a 2021 military coup, has been moved from prison to a government building, an official from her party said Friday. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

Book a flight

 

90-day online reporting

Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
  • Department of Hughways – 1586
  • State Railway – 1590
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Thursday’s news-July 27

  • Thailand Hikes Entrance Fees for Foreign Visitors at Historical Attractions/
  • Heavy rain forecast for most of Thailand from July 29 to Aug. 1/
  • Soi dog from Hua Hin Railway Station finds new home/
  • As El Nino fuels fire risk, Southeast Asia prepares for haze crisis/
  • Key considerations when applying for a business license in Thailand/
  • Don Mueang Airport’s Director Transferred Over Horrific Accident/
  • Group works to end frozen British expat pensions/
  • Locals complain as Phetchaburi overrun with thieving macaques/
  • Pa thong ko named fifth best street food sweet in the world/
  • Thailand election: MFP seeks reconsideration of Pita’s prime ministerial candidacy/What Pheu Thai’s policies mean for the people and the economy/Meeting in Hong Kong Sparks Speculation on Government Formation/
  • Economy: Thai GDP growth forecast sees downward revision as tourism revenue below estimates/Rising cost of living top concern among Thais/Thailand ranks 7th among world tea producers/
  • Tourism: Low-cost carriers ramp up China flights/
  • Thailand Experience: 10 Things To Know Before Visiting Khao Sok National Park/
  • International: Cambodia leader to step down in 3 weeks, his son will succeed him/China, Taiwan Prepare For Their Most Powerful Typhoon This Year/’Second wave has begun’: Ukraine makes push for southern province/Global warming contributing to rise in skin cancer/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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Thailand Hikes Entrance Fees for Foreign Visitors at Historical Attractions

In a recent move by the Thai government, entrance fees for foreign visitors at historical landmarks have been raised.

This amendment affects both registered historical locations and 72 national museums across the country. However, the fees for Thai nationals will remain consistent with the rates set in 2008. Continued …

Heavy rain forecast for most of Thailand from July 29 to Aug. 1

People living in northern, northeastern, central and southern Thailand can expect heavy to very heavy rain and accumulations, which may cause flash floods and overflows, especially along waterways and lowland from July 29 to Aug. 1, according to the Meteorological Department.

It says that a moderate monsoon trough will move south, to lie across northern Laos, meeting a low pressure cell over the coast of northern Vietnam. In the meantime, the southwest monsoon prevailing over Thailand will strengthen. Continued …

Soi dog from Hua Hin Railway Station finds new home

A heartwarming story about a stray dog in Hua Hin named Chao Long has captured the attention and affection of netizens in Thailand after it went viral on social media earlier this month.

The story revolves around the Hua Hin Railway Police, who had been caring for the dog, and the uncertain fate that awaited Chao Long when the railway police station was slated for closure. Continued … 

As El Nino fuels fire risk, Southeast Asia prepares for haze crisis

Southeast Asian nations are gearing up to tackle the threat of a tougher-than-usual “haze” season together, as the El Nino climate phenomenon raises the risk of soaring temperatures.

Ministers and officials from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) met in Singapore last month, where they vowed to ramp up monitoring of wildfires and efforts to prevent air pollution, and finalize a new plan to boost cooperation. Continued …

Key considerations when applying for a business license in Thailand

Starting a business in a foreign country can be a challenging and complex endeavor, especially when it comes to navigating the legal landscape. That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive guide on Thailand law firms and legal services, specifically tailored for entrepreneurs looking to establish or expand their businesses in this captivating country.

We aim to break down complex concepts and guide you through the essentials, so you can focus on what truly matters – growing your business in Thailand and achieving success throughout the dynamic market. Continued …

Don Mueang Airport’s Director Transferred Over Horrific Accident

The Airports of Thailand Plc (AOT) yesterday transferred the director of Don Mueang Airport to the head office after a female passenger’s left leg was severed to the knee upon being swallowed by a moving walkway on June 29.

The director, Karun Thanakuljeerapat, will now assume the position of a consultant at the head office, while Wichit Kaewsaithiam, the director of Chiang Mai Airport, replaces him at Don Mueang. Continued …

Group works to end frozen British expat pensions

A new page and associated group has been created to assist and support the campaign to “End Frozen Pensions” – for those affected British ex-pats who live in Thailand.

Frozen state pensions is the practice of the British government of “freezing” UK state pensions (that is, not uprating the amount in line with “Triple Lock” on an annual basis, as is done for residents in the UK), for pensioners who live in the majority of other countries, apart from the European Community countries and a few other countries with reciprocal agreements with the UK. Continued …

Locals complain as Phetchaburi overrun with thieving macaques

Phetchaburi authorities are pushing for long-tailed macaques to be removed from the protected animals list because their population has been rising and they are becoming a nuisance for the locals.

Provincial Gov. Natthachai Nampoolsuksan visited the Phra Nakhon Khiri Park on Tuesday after receiving complaints that the long-tailed macaques living in the area have been disturbing locals. Continued … 

Pa thong ko named fifth best street food sweet in the world

TasteAtlas, the renowned food website, released its rankings for street food desserts. Topping the list at number one with a rating of 4.8 points is the Portuguese delicacy pastel de nata.

However, Thai street food fares just as well, showcasing its culinary prowess. The delectable Thai snack pa thong ko secured the fifth spot, earning a highly commendable rating of 4.6 points. Continued … 

MFP seeks reconsideration of Pita’s prime ministerial candidacy

The Move Forward Party (MFP) is determined to push for a reconsideration of Pita Limjaroenrat’s renomination as a prime ministerial candidate, urging the National Assembly to handle the matter internally without involving the Constitution Court.

The scheduled Parliament meeting for prime minister (PM) selection, initially set for July 27, took an unexpected turn when Parliament President Wan Muhamad Nor Matha, also known as Wan Nor, suddenly canceled it. This decision came in response to a complaint filed with the Constitution Court by the ombudsman regarding the rejection of Pita’s candidacy. Continued …

What Pheu Thai’s policies mean for the people and the economy

The Pheu Thai Party’s economic platform is back in focus now that it has been tasked with the responsibility of forming the next government.

Pheu Thai, which has the second highest number of seats in the House of Representatives, finds itself in the driver’s seat after coalition leader Move Forward failed to get its candidate elected prime minister. Continued …

Meeting in Hong Kong Sparks Speculation on Government Formation

News reports that Progressive Movement leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit and Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul met with former PM Thaksin Shinawatra in Hong Kong before Thaksin’s latest announcement of his return to Thailand on Aug. 10 have dominated the airwaves.

Following the alleged meeting, the Pheu Thai’s meeting with coalition partners on Tuesday was canceled, and the prime minister voting that was set for Thursday has been postponed. Continued …

Thai GDP growth forecast sees downward revision as tourism revenue below estimates

The Ministry of Finance has revised down Thailand’s economic growth projection this year to 3.5%, down 0.1 percentage point from the previous estimate of 3.6%.

The downward adjustment is due to assumptions of reduced per capita spending by tourists per trip, although the number of tourists is still expected to be around 29.5 million. Additionally, exports are expected to contract by 0.8%, according to Fiscal Policy Office Director-general Pornchai Thiraveja. Continued …

Rising cost of living top concern among Thais

Ipsos, a market research and consumer opinion survey company, has just published the results of its survey on the issues that most concern people in 30 countries around the globe.

For Thailand, where the survey covered the past six months and involved a sample group of 6,000 people aged 18 and above, representing the demographics across the country, the top five concerns were given as follows: Continued …

Thailand ranks 7th among world tea producers

Data compiled on the global tea market in 2022 reveal that worldwide tea production is valued at over US$17 billion annually, while the global tea trade is valued at US$9.5 billion, with the main revenue coming from tea exports.

It’s a market that’s expanding at 6%-7% annually, and by 2025 the culture of consuming tea is projected to increase by 5%, for a total of 7.4 million kilograms of tea, says Asst. Prof Piyaporn Chueamchaitrakun, head of the Tea and Coffee Institute at Mae Fah Luang University in Chiang Rai. Continued …

Low-cost carriers ramp up China flights

Low-cost airlines are ramping up flights to China, although capacity continues to lag the level recorded prior to the pandemic, while the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) doesn’t wish to rush into using a visa fee waiver scheme to attract more foreign tourists.

Despite lifting border restrictions since the beginning of this year, which was earlier than expected, the tourism market is expected to only recover to less than 50% of the level seen in 2019, which peaked at roughly 10 million. Continued …

10 Things To Know Before Visiting Khao Sok National Park

Travelers planning a trip to Thailand should consider visiting Khao Sok National Park as part of their itinerary. While it’s easy to spend a full week lounging on the beaches in the Phi Phi Islands (which also offer free things to do for budget travelers) or scuba diving in Koh Tao (home to some of the most beautiful dive sites in the world), there’s more to discover in the country’s south.

Khao Sok National Park is worth spending a few days exploring, as it’s home to some of the most amazing hidden gems in Thailand. Find out more about why it’s worth travelers’ attention and what to know before going. Continued …

Cambodia leader to step down in 3 weeks, his son will succeed him

Longtime Cambodian leader Hun Sen said Wednesday he will step down in three weeks as prime minister and hand the position to his oldest son, who won his first seat in Parliament in Sunday’s election. Continued …

China, Taiwan Prepare For Their Most Powerful Typhoon This Year

China urged fishing boats to seek shelter and farmers to speed up their harvest, while Taiwan suspended annual military drills as Super Typhoon Doksuri spiraled closer to East Asia, potentially reaching deep into China. Continued …

‘Second wave has begun’: Ukraine makes push for southern province

A major push in the southern Zaporizhzhia province Wednesday appears to signify Ukraine has launched a more aggressive phase of what so far has been a slow-developing counteroffensive aimed at recapturing territory from Russian occupation. Continued …

Global warming contributing to rise in skin cancer

Global warming is contributing to a rise in skin cancer globally, including Thailand, where rates are rising among women over 50 years of age. Rates of skin cancer rose about 1% per year among women aged 50 and older from 2015 to 2019 but stabilized among men, according to the Global Cancer Observatory. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

Book a flight

 

90-day online reporting

Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
  • Department of Hughways – 1586
  • State Railway – 1590
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Monday’s News-July 24

  • Nakhon Pathom-Chumphon double-track rail route to start running from September/
  • Hua Hin Golf Festival Sunday, July 30/
  • Hua Hin army camp to host 21 Run July 30/
  • Winning party not welcome in any new alliance for PM/
  • Opinion: Silent Semi-Military Coup and the Normalization of Indirect Military Rule/
  • Why Thailand is an Ideal Retirement Destination/
  • Over 9,000 Karenni people have fled to Mae Hong Song from war in Myanmar/
  • Bangkok waste-segregation campaign saves 127.8 million baht in 5 months/
  • People Enjoy The Taste Of “Dog Food,” A Popular Menu/
  • Economy: Baht volatility expected to be temporary, analysts say/Thailand’s economy eyes rebound in 2023 buoyed by China’s booming influence/Thais are sinking deeply into debt/FTI launches recycling project for businesses/
  • Tourism: Approval of 24/7 Entertainment Venues in the U-Tapao Airport Area Only/For and against medical tourism in Thailand/’Zero-carbon’ app can transform Thai tourism, experts say/
  • Thailand Experience: 29 Best Thai Recipes/Thailand’s most popular islands… and why/Tha Tien: Old Bangkok at its very best/
  • International: Scientists warn worsening heatwaves jeopardize entire global food system/At least 15 killed, 19 missing in Indonesia ferry sinking/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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Nakhon Pathom-Chumphon double-track rail route to start running from September

The 400-kilometer-long double-track railway linking Bangkok’s neighboring Nakhon Pathom province to Chumphon in the south will be ready for test runs in September.

Tipanan Sirichana, deputy government spokesperson, said on Sunday that the railway, the construction of which was split into three phases, will be partially ready for test runs of the entire route in September. Continued …

Hua Hin army camp to host 21 Run July 30

The Thanarat Army Camp outside Hua Hin will host the 21 Run July 30.

The event will have runners competing over distances of 21 kilometers, 10 kilometers, and 5 kilometers.

There are early bird registration rates for April 24 – May 8: 21 km: 690 THB; 10 km: 590 THB; Fun run 5 km: 390 THB. More info and registration.

Winning party not welcome in any new alliance for PM

The eight-party alliance will meet on Tuesday to conclude whether the Move Forward Party (MFP) will still join them in forming the new government after other parties refused to support the coalition in a prime ministerial vote if MFP stays on.

Over the past couple of days, the Pheu Thai Party (PT), which is leading efforts to cobble together a government after MFP failed in its bid to get its own leader elected to the post, has asked parties for their support during the second vote planned for Thursday. Continued …

Silent Semi-Military Coup and the Normalization of Indirect Military Rule

What happened on July 13, and again on the past Wednesday, July 19, was nothing short of a silent semi-military coup, which succeeded in twice rejecting and removing Move Forward Party PM candidate Pita Limjaroenrat from the PM race. It now will most likely succeed in pushing the party, which won the most seats in the general election, into the opposition camp and possibly more.

No tanks have patrolled the streets of Bangkok over the past week, as it was not needed unlike in the conventional military coup. There was no announcement by any coup leader on television. And there was no summoning of opponents of the silent putsch to be detained for “attitude adjustment.” Continued …

Why Thailand is an Ideal Retirement Destination

Retirement is a time to relax, unwind, and embark on new adventures. If you’re considering retiring to a tropical paradise, look no further than Thailand. With its stunning natural beauty, warm hospitality, and affordable cost of living, Thailand offers a perfect blend of relaxation, cultural experiences, and opportunities for personal growth.

In this article, we will explore why Thailand is an ideal retirement destination, focusing on the abundance of business ideas and the thriving beauty and wellness industry. Get ready to discover why retiring in Thailand can be a dream come true. Continued …

Over 9,000 Karenni people have fled to Mae Hong Song from war in Myanmar

The Mae Hong Son provincial administration is taking care of more than 9,000 Karenni people who have fled an intensifying bombing campaign targeting Karenni Army bases and villages in Myanmar’s Kayah State.

Chettha Mosikarat, governor of the northern province, said 9,064 Karenni people have fled across the border from Kayah State to Mae Hong Son to take refuge in five areas since the fighting escalated in early June. Continued …

Bangkok waste-segregation campaign saves 127.8 million baht in 5 months

The recent waste-segregation campaign aimed at advocating for the proper segregation of household rubbish seems to be reaping rewards in Thailand, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).

Aekvarunyoo Amarapala, a spokesperson for the BMA, revealed over the weekend that the last five months saw a considerable decrease in both the amount of garbage making its way to the city’s waste-management facilities and the expenses related to waste processing. Continued … 

People Enjoy The Taste Of “Dog Food,” A Popular Menu

A menu with the most unusual name, “Dog Food Menu,” has become a viral sensation on the Internet. The original restaurant named Auntie Oi is located in the heart of Nakhon Sawan province, in a commercial building near Nakhon Sawan School.

Ananya Phinthong, or Auntie Oi, 60, the cook and owner of the restaurant, said the dog food menu came about unintentionally. This is because her eatery is located near the provincial school, and in the early evening, boarders come in, hungry and wanting to order fried rice. However, it is close to closing time, so the restaurant’s ingredients at that time are only rice and a few packets of instant noodles. Continued …

Baht volatility expected to be temporary, analysts say

The baht reached a two-month high of 34.04 to the U.S. dollar last week before falling to 34.40 against the greenback at the close of trade on Friday, making the baht the most volatile currency in the region last week.

Traders said the volatility was due to the domestic political situation, as the baht began falling after the second round of voting for a new Thai prime minister failed to select one. Continued …

Thailand’s economy eyes rebound in 2023 buoyed by China’s booming influence

A light of hope has started to shine on the future of Thailand’s economy as we look forward to this year, and China’s influence as a significant driving force cannot be ignored, so suggests a leading Thai economist.

The said economist, Kirida Bhaopichitr, director for the Economic Intelligence Service at the Thailand Development Research Institute (TDRI), highlighted this perspective in a recent interchange with the state news agency of China, Xinhua. Continued …

Thais are sinking deeply into debt

Thai people are burdened with high household debt. For many of them, the burden starts early and can last a lifetime. Some young adults, in particular, have racked up massive credit card debt and do not have the ability to pay it off.

The Thai workforce is also struggling with rising debt, with their debt levels this year the highest in the past 14 years. Worse still, many older adults are retiring buried in debt and carrying a great amount of it. Continued …

FTI launches recycling project for businesses

The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has joined forces with two state agencies to work on a project to turn industrial and agricultural waste into raw materials or new products in a fresh move to reduce waste under the circular economy concept.

The cooperation aims to help Thailand better manage rising levels of waste, said Sukit Limpijumnong, president of the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), which signed a memorandum of understanding on the project with the FTI and the Department of Industrial Works. Continued …

Approval of 24/7 Entertainment Venues in the U-Tapao Airport Area Only

The Thai Cabinet has approved a proposal to allow entertainment venues to operate 24 hours a day only in the U-Tapao International Airport area to boost tourism.

Thai officials and entertainment association representatives have since clarified after the original proposal appeared to cover Pattaya, as well, that this is not, for now, the case. Continued …

For and against medical tourism in Thailand

“Why go for tuk-tuk-level care when there’s a medical Mercedes up the road for just a bit more?” The words of wisdom come from one of the many Australians who have traveled to Thailand for medical and wellness treatments.

The industry is flourishing, with Thailand welcoming around four million medical tourists a year (medical travelers might be the more responsible term). Florida-based International Healthcare Research Center (IHRC) rates Thailand as the fifth-best country, out of 46 international destinations, for medical travel. Continued …

‘Zero-carbon’ app can transform Thai tourism, experts say

Thailand’s goal of becoming a carbon-neutral tourism destination is getting closer to reality with the “zero-carbon” application released earlier this month, officials say.

The mobile app, which was developed by a team of public and private organizations, elevates sustainable tourism by enabling businesses, communities, and tourists to calculate their own carbon emissions, said Supavadee Botiyaraj, chair of the tourism and creative economy planning subcommittee of the National Science Technology and Innovation Policy Office. Continued …

29 Best Thai Recipes

Everybody loves to get takeout, and Thai food is right up there with the most desirable options. The cuisine, as a whole, is dominated by herbal flavors and ingredients like lemongrass, galangal, makrut lime leaves, ginger, and garlic, along with spicy elements from Thai chili peppers.

You’ll notice a lot of stir-fries (like pad Thai and drunken noodles), along with warming curries that will leave your belly full and your taste buds happy. Although Thai food often revolves around savory ingredients, you’ll also find sweet staples like mango sticky rice and refreshing Thai iced tea embraced within the cuisine. Continued …

Thailand’s most popular islands… and why

Thailand’s 1,430 islands laze around its Andaman and Gulf coasts like lizards in the sun. Most still slumber but a few have awoken, surprised to find themselves transformed into shopping malls with sand.

Koh, or Ko, is the Thai word for island. If you’re looking for resorts, spas and beach bars, consider these popular koh, in alphabetical order. Continued …

Tha Tien: Old Bangkok at its very best

One of the oldest markets in Thailand’s capital, Tha Tien is a must-visit tourist destination, thanks to its location in the old town, a rich historical background, and the diverse cultures of Thai citizens of various backgrounds.

But this historical quarter is not just recommended for foreign visitors but also for Thai locals and expatriates who will be fascinated by the multifaceted charms it has to offer. Continued …

Scientists warn worsening heatwaves jeopardize entire global food system

Climate scientists warned Friday that worsening atmospheric and marine heatwaves threaten food security around the world. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has made clear that heatwaves will increase in frequency, duration, and intensity with each additional degree of temperature rise. Continued …

At least 15 killed, 19 missing in Indonesia ferry sinking

At least 15 people were killed and 19 more were missing today after a ferry sank off the coast of Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, search and rescue officials said. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

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90-day online reporting

Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
  • Department of Hughways – 1586
  • State Railway – 1590

 

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Saturday’s News-July 22

  • Dual-track projects for Hua Hin almost completed/
  • Hua Hin Beach Life event underway/
  • Pheu Thai to Spearhead the Formation of New Government instead of Move Forward/
  • Who is Srettha Thavisin, New Prime Minister Candidate/
  • Driving the military out of politics is Move Forward’s priority, Pita says/
  • Pattaya Police Arrest Several Outlaws Motorcycle Gang Members in murder case/
  • US woman sues Thai restaurant claiming spicy dish too hot to handle/
  • Blind wild gaur rescued from mud in Khao Yai park
  • Economy: EEC development plan unveiled/Indian rice export ban fuels price fears in Thailand/Thailand’s Digital Expansion Empowering IT Sector/
  • Tourism: How Hua Hin and the ‘Royal Coast’ are perceived by tourists/Hotels upbeat despite woes/Koh Kradan, ‘World’s best beach’ closed, balancing tourism and sustainability/
  • Thailand Experience: 12 Exciting Things To Do On Picturesque Phuket/
  • International: How people around the world are dealing with extreme heat/Indonesian animal market has ended its brutal dog and cat meat trade/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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Dual-track projects for Hua Hin almost completed

The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) plans open more than 3,000 kilometers of dual track railway for service by 2029. Three projects affecting Hua Hin are expected to start operating gradually from September, starting from Nakhon Pathom station to Saphli Station in Chumphon province, covering approximately 400km.

The SRT aims to have the entire system fully operational by 2025, in parallel with the installation of the signal and telecommunications systems.

The projects nearing completion are:

  1. Nakhon Pathom-Hua Hin section, with two contracts: Nakhon Pathom-Nong Pla Lai (93km, 97.1% completed) and Nong Pla Lai-Hua Hin (76km, 97.5% completed).
  2. Hua Hin-Prachuap Khiri Khan section (84km, 99.9% completed).
  3. Prachuap Khiri Khan-Chumphon section, with two contracts: Prachuap Khiri Khan-Bang Saphan Noi (88km, 93.5% completed) and Bang Saphan Noi-Chumphon (79km, 96.5% completed), along with the southern signal system contract (420 km, 48.1% completed). For more …

Hua Hin Beach Life event underway

Hua Don Beach in Khao Takiab came alive last night with the Hua Hin Beach Life 2023 event, which continues through the weekend. The event features surf sessions, music performances, workshops, a variety of foods, and shopping. Evenings feature performances by renowned artists. An estimated 50,000 people are expected to attend the event, contributing over 150 million baht to the local economy. (HHT)

Pheu Thai to Spearhead the Formation of New Government instead of Move Forward

The Pheu Thai Party, the second largest government coalition partner attempting to form a new government, is now taking the lead in forming Thailand’s new government instead of the Move Forward Party (MFP), the election winner, according to MFP Secretary-general Chaitawat Tulathon.

“It became evident that all institutions supporting the conservative side are attempting to prevent the Move Forward Party (which is progressive) from forming a government.” Chitawat said in yesterday’s press conference. Continued …

Who is Srettha Thavisin, New Prime Minister Candidate

Srettha Thavisin, 60, former CEO of a leading real estate conglomerate, of the Pheu Thai Party, is expected to become Thailand’s next prime minister candidate after Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward Party, cannot overcome opposition from senators who emerged from the previous coup in the process of renomination on July 19.

Pita has also been ordered by the Constitutional Court to stop performing MP duties on July 19, pending the ruling on whether he lacks the qualifications to be an MP due to his ITV shareholding. Continued …

Driving the military out of politics is Move Forward’s priority, Pita says

Forming a new government that ends the military’s grip on politics is more important than becoming Thailand’s next prime minister, Move Forward Party leader Pita Limjaroenrat said in a video posted on Facebook on Friday.

He made the statement after his party stepped aside so that its largest coalition partner, the Pheu Thai Party, could lead the formation of the next government. “It is clear that all organisms of the conservative side will not let us lead the new government. They use the issue of amending Article 112 as an excuse,” Pita said, referring to the lese majeste law. Continued …

Pattaya Police Arrest Several Outlaws Motorcycle Gang Members in murder case

The Pattaya police arrested the leader of the so-called “Outlaws” gang, along with several other foreign members in connection with the alleged murderer of Hans Peter Mack.

Deputy National Police Chief Surachate Hakparn held a press conference Friday afternoon to declare a successful crackdown on what he called the transnational criminal gang dubbed “Outlaws” in Pattaya, Chonburi province. Continued …

US woman sues Thai restaurant claiming spicy dish too hot to handle

A woman in the U.S. is suing a Thai restaurant due to an intensely spicy dish, “dragon balls”, which she claims is “unfit for human consumption” and is “dangerous to life.” The incident has sparked global controversy.

Neurologist Harjasleen Walia, the woman in question, alleges that she experienced permanent bodily harm after eating at the restaurant on July 15, 2021. She said her mouth, palate, tongue, throat, and nose felt on fire immediately after consuming the dish, causing serious health issues lasting at least two years. Continued …

Blind wild gaur rescued from mud in Khao Yai park

Officers from the Khao Yai patrolling unit, Pha Kradat, Moo See, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, rescued a female gaur stuck in the mud of the water hole in Khao Yai National Park near Toscana Resort Khao Yai. It was believed that the gaur was there because she is blind in both eyes.

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Officials requested a crane from the hotel to lift the gaur out of the mud. After spending more than 4-5 hours doing so, they managed to lift the gaur late on July 16 and subsequently took care of it at the Pha Kradat. Continued …

EEC development plan unveiled

The draft of a five-year plan to develop the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) was presented at a public hearing held by the EEC office on Friday at Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel.

The EEC comprises the three eastern provinces of Rayong, Chonburi, and Chachoengsao. It is considered one of Thailand’s most prominent economic and industrial zones. Continued …

Indian rice export ban fuels price fears in Thailand

Thai rice exporters are fretting over India’s announcement that it will ban the export of non-basmati white rice with immediate effect, saying the move could potentially impact Thailand’s rice industry, leading to a possible 10% increase in domestic prices.

Chookiat Ophaswongse, honorary president of the Thai Rice Exporters Assn., said the ban is likely to prompt Thai rice mills and rice exporters to delay rice purchase orders in order to evaluate the impact, as India is the world’s biggest rice exporter. Continued …

Thailand’s Digital Expansion Empowering IT Sector

In the rapidly changing technological landscape, Thailand has established itself as a prospective player in the international digital market. Due to a focus on digital expansion, the country is seeing a remarkable increase in its information technology (IT) business.

This article discusses the factors impacting Thailand’s digital development, the initiatives bolstering its IT sector, and the impacts of this transition on the nation’s economy and society. Let’s look at the various factors, including official support, a skilled workforce, and innovative projects, that Thailand is using to position itself as a developing digital powerhouse. Continued …

How Hua Hin and the ‘Royal Coast’ are perceived by tourists

Tourists perceive Hua Hin and the Royal Coast region to be a peaceful and relaxing destination with a beautiful natural environment, according to a recent study conducted by students at Stamford International University.

The study, titled Destination Marketing Project by the  Royal Coast Riviera Club and Stamford International University, was presented by Richard Meaders, senior director of academic affairs, aimed to assist in trying to understand how the “Royal Coast” brand is currently perceived. Continued …

Hotels upbeat despite woes

Thailand’s big hotel chains continue to be undaunted by the political uncertainty, with a confident outlook in place as long as the situation remains calm and violent protests and crackdowns do not emerge.

Gun Srisompong, chief financial officer at Centara Hotels and Resorts (CHR), said the hotel business is typically reliant on a stable environment. Continued …

Koh Kradan, ‘World’s best beach’ closed, balancing tourism and sustainability

The entire stretch of white beach of Koh Kradan is completely empty of people. There are no footprints in the sand and no buzz of longtail boats, only the sound of gentle, clear waves.

Video 

This island gem in the Andaman Sea, some 10 kilometers off the southern coast of Thailand, looks something like it might have in the past. It is experiencing a short reprieve ahead of what is sure to be another bumper tourism season. Continued …

12 Exciting Things To Do On Picturesque Phuket

Phuket, an island paradise about the size of Singapore, is lapped by the azure water of the Andaman Sea. One road connects mainland Thailand to the island. Like a Muay Thai boxer, Phuket punches above its diminutive size, offering kicks, surprises, and thrills.

Backpackers flocked to Phuket in the 1970s, and premier resorts opened from the ‘80s. Today, Phuket is a tourist mecca with luxury stays, attractions, spas, and wellness resorts. It has 30 tropical beaches, an enviable food scene, vibrant culture, and smiles galore. The wider province of Phuket has 32 smaller islands where Hollywood directors have captured paradise. Continued …

How people around the world are dealing with extreme heat

The firefighting planes in Greece and Switzerland are working overtime. some Tunisians are sending their families out of the cities to the country’s northernmost beaches. Continued …

Indonesian animal market has ended its brutal dog and cat meat trade

Authorities on Friday announced the end of the “brutally cruel” dog and cat meat slaughter at a notorious animal market on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi following a years-long campaign by local activists and world celebrities. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

Book a flight

 

90-day online reporting

Emergency hotline numbers:

  • Emergency hotline – 191
  • Emergency medical services – 1554
  • Water accident – 1196
  • Motorway hotline – 1586
  • Emergency medical – 1669
  • Highway police – 1193
  • Tourist police – 1155
  • Bus ticket – 1490
  • Department of Hughways – 1586
  • State Railway – 1590

 

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Friday’s News-July 21

  • ‘Health park” to open in Hin Lek Fai area/
  • Sam Roi Yat marsh boardwalk reopened/
  • Heavy downpours forecast across 42 Thai provinces/
  • Pheu Thai to install Srettha as prime minister with coalition pact with government parties/
  • Move Forward will support Pheu Thai PM candidate/
  • Legal experts challenge parliament’s rejection of Pita’s renomination/
  • What is a paternal autocracy and why is it important in the Thai context/
  • Foreign media report on reversal of Thai election results/
  • Thai Chamber reducing food waste by delivering 900,000 meals/
  • Thailand’s adult female literacy placed 6th among ASEAN countries/
  • Myanmar military ramps up defenses opposite Mae Hong Son/
  • Economy: New firms surge amid Thai recovery/Medical Fair Thailand 2023 is fully booked/Tesla in Thailand: The future of green mobility and autonomous vehicles/Thailand accounts for 79% of ASEAN electric vehicle sales/
  • Tourism: Thailand sees tourism growth skyrocketing to 3 trillion baht in 2023/Business events sector in Thailand set for a boost with projected tourism rebound/Thailand’s World Passport Power Ranking Moves Up to 64th/Foreigner forgets valuables, departing Chiang Mai flight diverted to terminal/9 Immigration officers transferred after providing VIP escort to Chinese star/
  • Thailand Experience: Famous Thai street food snacks available practically everywhere in Bangkok/
  • International: Russian grain terrorism and blackmail/
  • Links: Calendar of events/Airport schedule/Bangkok airport bus schedule/Hua Hin-Pattaya bus schedule/Air pollution index map/90-day online report/driver’s license/Market Village and Bluport cinemas/Emergency numbers

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‘Health park” to open in Hin Lek Fai area

Hua Hin Health Park is set to open in the Hin Lek Fai area of Hua Hin. With completion expected in November, the site is located near the Hua Hin International School and Black Mountain Golf Course.

The park will offer a range of health, retail, and food and beverage options, including specialized facilities like the Spine Clinic and the Be Well Medical Center. The park will also include a pharmacy, deli, coffee shop, wine shop and other retail outlets.

Sam Roi Yat marsh boardwalk reopened

The boardwalk at Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, a one-kilometer-long wooden structure stretching over the Thung Sam Roi Yot freshwater marsh on the western side of the park, has been given a new lease of life. Previously, due to disrepair, only a small section of the boardwalk was accessible to the public. (HHT)

Heavy downpours forecast across 42 Thai provinces

The country has been warned of possible intense downpours today by the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), affecting 42 major provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok. Residents are being cautioned of sudden flash floods.

At 5am today, the TMD forecasted a 24-hour weather change with the intrusion of monsoons from the north and northeast. These monsoons are heading toward a low-pressure area along the Vietnamese coast, reinforcing the southwest monsoon that currently covers the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. Continued …

Pheu Thai to install Srettha as prime minister with coalition pact with government parties

The Move Forward Party is on the verge of being given a sideways shift by its coalition partner, Pheu Thai, as the country grapples with a political crisis caused by opposition to the Move Forward Party from the unelected Senate and heightened tensions over the radical party’s insistence on pursuing its controversial policy to amend Article 112 of the Criminal Code on lèse-majesté.

It is being predicted that a new government led by Pheu Thai with Srettha Thavisin as prime minister may be installed on Thursday, July 27, although it will come at a hefty political price, as it will see Pheu Thai abandoning key pre-election commitments and the democratic principle spoken about at length in the weeks after the May 14 general election. Continued …

Move Forward will support Pheu Thai PM candidate

The Move Forward Party has made a political retreat by agreeing to support a candidate from the Pheu Thai Party for prime minister, when parliament meets in a joint sitting again next Thursday, its Secretary-general Chaithawat Tulathon said yesterday.

He said Pheu Thai has yet to decide formally who it will nominate for Thailand’s top executive post. Srettha Thavisin, a well-known real estate tycoon, is now seen as Pheu Thai’s most likely choice. Continued …

Legal experts challenge parliament’s rejection of Pita’s renomination

Several Thai legal experts and political scientists have challenged parliament’s decision to reject Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s renomination as Thailand’s prime minister, insisting Rule 41, which was used to justify the decision, cannot overrule the Constitution.

Professor Tongthong Chandransu, a lecturer at the Faculty of Law of Chulalongkorn University, said that he shares the opinion of former constitution writer Borwornsak Uwanno that the Constitution, which is the supreme law of the land, has a higher legal status than parliamentary meeting regulations. Continued …

What is a paternal autocracy and why is it important in the Thai context

Paternal autocracy, seen across various historical and societal contexts, represents a governance style where a single leader or a ruling elite embodies a paternalistic role, possessing concentrated power and authority. A deep respect for order, traditional hierarchies, and authoritative figures underscores this system.

It is especially important to consider within the Thai context, given the current modern day situation. When we hear terms used like “guided democracy” or “Thai-style democracy” this is a manifestation of paternal autocracy in action. Continued …

Foreign media report on reversal of Thai election results

Numerous foreign media outlets have been reporting on the double hit suffered by Move Forward’s PM candidate Pita Limjaroenrat on Wednesday, which dashed his hopes of becoming Thailand’s next PM.

Pita was temporarily suspended from his duties as an MP by a Constitutional Court order, relating to a media shareholding case. As if that were not enough, parliament voted down his second attempted nomination for the premiership. Continued …

Thai Chamber reducing food waste by delivering 900,000 meals

The Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC) is aiming to reduce the amount of food being wasted by supplying 900,000 meals to underprivileged people in Thailand this year. The project marks the chamber’s 90th anniversary.

So far this year, more than 420,000 meals have been delivered and each one used surplus food that passed safety standards, the TCC announced on Thursday, adding that it is receiving assistance from the Scholars of Sustenance (SOS) Foundation to implement the project. Continued …

Thailand’s adult female literacy placed 6th among ASEAN countries

A report on gender equality and development shows that, despite significant progress in education equality, the disparity still exists. The literacy rate of Thailand’s adult females in 2022 was 92.4%, which was lower than most other ASEAN countries, according to The Asian Development Bank (ADB).

The ADB states that the Philippines had a rate of 98.2%, Brunei 96.3%, Singapore 95.9%, Indonesia 94.0%, Vietnam 93.6% and Malaysia 93.5%. ASEAN countries with a lower literacy rate than Thailand are Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar. Continued …

Myanmar military ramps up defenses opposite Mae Hong Son

Some 3,000 soldiers from the Myanmar military army arrived in Doi Sam Muang and Japasa Camp in Kayah State opposite Mae Hong Son’s Muang district on Thursday to reinforce the army’s positions.

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The army has been holding these areas to fend off attacks by the Karenni Army (KA) and the Karenni Nationalities Defense Force (KNDF), and has also prohibited some 400 local villagers from leaving the areas. A news source said that about 10 villagers who attempted to escape were shot on sight. Continued …

New firms surge amid Thai recovery

New corporate registrations are expected to reach 83,000-90,000 this year, boosted by the increase in foreign tourists and the Thai economic recovery, outstripping an earlier projection of 75,000-78,000, according to the Commerce Ministry’s Business Development Department.

Thosapone Dansuputra, director-general of the department, said his department previously estimated that the number of new business registrations in the first half of this year would be 42,000-45,000, but the actual number increased to 47,286. Continued …

Medical Fair Thailand 2023 is fully booked

Two months before the start of Medical Fair Thailand 2023, the entire show floor space is fully booked, confirming Thailand’s growing importance as a regional medical and healthcare hub. Organized by Messe Düsseldorf Asia, the event will feature about 800 exhibitors from 30 countries, including 20 national and country groups.
The event will be held in-person from Sept. 13 – 15, 2023 at BITEC, Bangkok, followed by a week-long digital extension where participants can further connect and engage online. Returning after a 4-year pandemic related hiatus, MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND 2023 will present a comprehensive global showcase of over 8,000 medical and healthcare innovations and solutions. Continued …

Tesla in Thailand: The future of green mobility and autonomous vehicles

Following its debut in Thailand at the end of last year, U.S.-based automobile giant Tesla continues to expand its influence in the Thai market. With a test center open in Ramkhamhaeng, customers can try driving various Tesla models as they wish, buy Tesla products, and pick up their ordered Tesla cars.

Tesla plans to increase the number of supercharging stations throughout Thailand, building on the existing charging stations around Bangkok (Centralworld, Central Rama 3, and ICONSIAM). Continued …

Thailand accounts for 79% of ASEAN electric vehicle sales

Chinese automakers dominated Southeast Asia’s fast-growing electric vehicle market, selling three out of every four EVs in the first quarter, the research firm Counterpoint Research said on Thursday.

Thailand — the main regional auto manufacturing hub — is driving the transition, with the country accounting for almost 79% of all EVs sold in Southeast Asia in the first quarter, Counterpoint said. Continued …

Thailand sees tourism growth skyrocketing to 3 trillion baht in 2023

Thailand recently experienced a surge in international arrivals, with numbers reaching 15 million within just seven months of this year, encouraging tourism growth, informed Rachada Dhnadirek, a deputy government spokesperson.

She acknowledged the substantial contribution of northern hemisphere school summer breaks increasing the influx of international tourists to the vibrant Southeast Asian nation, thereby boosting tourism growth. Continued …

Business events sector in Thailand set for a boost with projected tourism rebound

The business events sector in Thailand is set to benefit from the buoyancy of the country’s tourism industry and a new influx of trade shows this year, fueled in part by the country’s stable political environment, according to specialists at Informa Markets Thailand.

Sanchai Noombunnam, who helms the firm in Thailand, drew attention to predictions that the country would recoup 80% of its foreign arrivals recorded in 2019 – a factor that has bolstered confidence for both domestic and international business travelers. He also highlighted the restart of China’s export services, which has triggered a rally in the morale of overseas exhibitors and buyers. Continued …

Thailand’s World Passport Power Ranking Moves Up to 64th

Thailand has jumped six places to 64th in the world passport power ranking based on the number of locations its holders have visa-free access to, according to a recent survey released by a consultancy firm, Henley & Partners Holdings Ltd.

The consulting firm published a press release on July 18 saying that Japan has been knocked off the top spot on the Henley Passport Index for the first time in five years and bumped into third place, according to the latest ranking, which is based on exclusive and official data from the International Air Transport Assn. (IATA). Continued …

Foreigner forgets valuables, departing Chiang Mai flight diverted to terminal

A Thai Smile Airways flight had to make an emergency stop as it taxied down the runway after a foreign passenger demanded the plane return to the terminal gate so he could pick up his left-behind valuables at Chiang Mai International Airport.

A Thai TikTok user shared a video of the incident when a foreign man urged a flight attendant to stop the plane because he forgot his belongings. The video recorder also panned to her left side showing that the plane was moving on the runway while the foreigner requested it to stop. Continued …

9 Immigration officers transferred after providing VIP escort to Chinese star

The Immigration Police Bureau has ordered the transfers of nine immigration officers from Suvarnabhumi Airport, after they were seen in viral video clips escorting Chinese superstar Jackson Wang.

The transfers were ordered after the bureau received complaints from other passengers using the airport at the time Wang arrived, saying that Wang obtained special treatment and police protection, while they had to spend more time waiting for service at the immigration counters as a direct result of Wang’s arrival and protection. Continued … 

Khanom Buang or Thai crepe

Famous Thai street food snacks available practically everywhere in Bangkok

With lively night markets and even livelier food culture, Thai snacks are a must-have whether you’re a local or a visitor to Thailand.

One thing we can take pride in living in Bangkok is that food is available everywhere. No need to start the car in search for a dining spot. Just take a stroll down the street and there’s bound to be a stall to satisfy your cravings within walking distance. Continued …

Russian grain terrorism and blackmail

Over 400 million people worldwide, predominantly in Asian and African countries, depend on the critical grain supplies from Ukraine for their food security. Last year, in response to a Russian naval blockade on Ukrainian seaports that disrupted these grain exports, the global community unified to establish the Black Sea Grain Initiative with the aid of the UN and Turkey. Continued …

Hua Hin-Suvarnabhumi bus schedule

  • Leaving Hua Hin: 6am, 8am, 10am, 11am, 12:00, 2pm, 4pm, 5:10pm, and 6pm
  • Leaving Suvarnabhumi: 7:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:00, 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6:30pm

The one-way fare is 325 baht.

The VIP bus service from Hua Hin to Suvarnabhumi Airport has a new Cha Am boarding location in front of Government Savings Bank.

Hua Hin-Pattaya bus service twice a day

Hua Hin now has once-daily bus service to Pattaya, leaving Hua Hin at 9am and departing from Pattaya at 8am. Tickets are 473 THB.

Tickets can be bought in person at the Hua Hin bus station or online. Buses depart from the Hua Hin bus station and in front of Government Savings Bank, Cha Am.. Tickets 

Hua Hin-Chaing Mai flight schedule through October

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