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Bangkok’s New Zoo in in Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani Set for 2027 Opening Pictures courtesy of zoothailand.org Bangkok’s long-awaited replacement for Dusit Zoo is 92.54% complete, with the first public access planned as a free opening in April 2027. The full 300-rai Biodiversity Park at Khlong 6 in Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani, is scheduled to fully open […]

Why Bangkok has no city centre Bangkok’s business district has moved four times in seventy years — river to Silom to Sathorn to Sukhumvit. It isn’t a place. It’s a moving average, and the transport network decides where it sits. By Bangkok Lad at https://bangkoklad.com/   Bangkok’s centre has moved four times Where the commercial core […]

Bangkok before the Skytrain: the 31 years the city chose cars Bangkok had electric rail in 1894, scrapped it in 1968, and didn’t get it back until 1999. What happened in between — and the thousand concrete pillars still standing as evidence. By Bangkok Lad at https://bangkoklad.com   BEFORE THE SKYTRAIN 31 years with no urban […]

Bangkok electric rail service fares to be capped at 45 baht per trip under 01 January 2027 common-ticket plan Thailand plans to complete common-ticket rules and revenue arrangements by November, test EMV in December and launch the scheme on January 1, 2027 Thailand’s Transport Ministry is working towards a January 1, 2027 launch of its […]

Thailand sets out death benefits following marriage equality law Following the enactment of the Marriage Equality Law, legally registered spouses of all genders in Thailand are now recognized as lawful spouses and are eligible for equal social security benefits. The death-related entitlements for a surviving spouse include a death allowance, a flat-rate funeral expense payment […]

Thailand Slashes Regional Airport Fees by 50% to Boost Air Travel Thailand’s Department of Airports is cutting landing and aircraft parking fees by 50% to incentivize domestic and international airlines. The goal is to encourage carriers to open new routes to and from provincial airports, boosting regional tourism and market competition. The “New Route–New Airline” […]

Thailand proposes foreign visitor fee and travel subsidy Thailand plans a September tourism subsidy and proposes a foreign visitor fee for attraction development, visitor safety and environmental restoration. Thailand is preparing to launch its Thai Travel Thai Plus domestic tourism subsidy in September while proposing a fee on foreign visitors to finance tourism-site development, visitor […]

Top 10 Spiciest Cuisines Worldwide 2026; Thailand ranked 2nd worldwide Spicy dishes have long been a defining feature of many cuisines, particularly those of Asia, where fiery flavours are deeply rooted in culinary traditions and that is reflected in this latest year’s roundup of the globe’s hottest culinary traditions. In this year’s World Population Review, […]

Applying for a retirement visa in Thailand: Thinking of extending your stay in the perfect tropical paradise? For decades, Thailand has ranked among the world’s most attractive retirement destinations. A warm climate, relatively affordable cost of living, an established healthcare system and vibrant expatriate communities continue to draw retirees looking to spend their later years […]

For expats in Thailand, clarifying the dilemma of historical savings, micro-remittances, and the strategic necessity of a Thai TIN By Victor Wong (Peerasan Wongsri), Pattaya Mail Many long-term foreign retirees in Thailand rely solely on pre-2024 savings transferred in small amounts for living expenses, prompting questions about why they should obtain a Thai Tax Identification […]