Imagine the thrill of diving into a world where travel and transport become seamless, where the heartbeats of cities synchronize with the pulse of connectivity, where progress pulses along newly minted tracks and highways. Welcome to the visionary sweep of Thailand’s transport future, a future where the journey between Khon Kaen and Nong Khai transforms into a rhythmic glide across a 167-kilometre dance floor of double-track railway elegance, all spun together with a dazzling budget of 29.748 billion baht. The cadence picks up as we traverse the western section of Orange Line, a serpentine marvel stretching from Bang Khunnon to Minburi. Here, engineers are poised to embroider the landscape with electrified veins, infusing the route with a 140 billion baht lifeblood, as the clock ticks down to its groundbreaking celebration in May 2024. Momentum doesn’t pause there. Can you hear the hum of machinery widening the pathways of progress? Highway…
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Picture a scene where a looming, larger-than-life winged demon, adorned with fearsome fangs and claws as red as the fires they might emerge from, once was a daring sight that caught the glances of both bewildered motorists and inquisitive onlookers traveling along Ratchadaphisek Road. That’s the vivid portrait previously etched into the fabric of Thai street view when ‘Khru Kai Kaeo’ stood tall by The Bazaar Hotel. However, destiny had different plans for this mythical creature and its otherworldly companion, a nine-tailed fox. The clock ticked towards a turning point when the State Railway of Thailand issued an ultimatum: by December 30th, the imposing figure and its foxy counterpart, must be whisked away from prying eyes. Consequently, the hotel operator, the energetic hive of activity known as Suan Lum Night Bazaar Ratchadaphisek, was slapped with a fine hefty enough to make one’s wallet wince—a whopping 1.3 million baht, all under…
As the New Year peeks over the horizon with its festive allure, the esteemed Prime Minister Srettha extends his warmest aspirations to the multitude embarking upon seasonal travels. With the glow of celebrations lighting up hearts, his words, a harmonious melody, hum a reminder: “Tread carefully, for the journey is part of the celebration, and let not spirits high on mirth lead to spirits behind the wheel,” he cautions, emphasizing the perils of drunk driving. The air is electric with anticipation as families reunite, faces creased with smiles that speak of homecoming tales and warm embraces. “May this festive season be a tapestry woven with joy, and as you venture forth, may every mile traveled be a step towards a rekindled spirit for the approaching year,” Srettha intones with the elegance of a poet, inspiring success in every endeavor that awaits the citizenry. His wish is for each journey to…
Imagine this: a sea of students, all donning the traditional khaki and hunter green of Thai scout uniforms, bursts into jubilation as the Ministry takes to their Facebook page with an announcement that’s like a breath of fresh air in the humid tropics. It’s out with the old, and in with the new! The Ministry, in a move that can only be described as truly avant-garde, has declared the era of stiff scout uniforms as being on its way out. There’s a buzz in every school corridor, chatter in the air, as students revel in the prospect of weekly scout gatherings no longer dictated by a dress code that, let’s face it, could use a serious dash of comfort and a sprinkle of practicality. Gone will be the days of the one-style-fits-all approach, and in its place comes the promise of adaptation to the whims of the weather. Picture this:…
Embarking on far-off adventures and diving into an immersion of culture, the Land of the Rising Sun shines resplendently as the ultimate travel spectacle, captivating the hearts of Thai travellers. Charoen Wangananont, the venerable president of the Travel Agents Association of Thailand (TTAA), on a fine Thursday morn, disclosed an insightful truth; Japan, the archipelago adorned with cherry blossoms and age-old traditions, continues to reign supreme, unchallenged as the zenith of destinations for the Thai wanderlust. With the kind of fervor that marks the beginning of a grand voyage, it’s anticipated that a mesmerizing wave of 1.2 to 1.5 million Thai tourists will grace Japan’s shores, harkening back to the splendour of 2019’s pre-pandemic sojourns. From the snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji to the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, Japan’s allure is inexhaustible, beckoning independent explorers and tour group enthusiasts alike to delve once more into its depths. It is the…
Imagine for a moment that you’re walking through the bustling streets of Bangkok, the air filled with the aroma of street food and the vibrant energy of city life. Then, shifting our gaze to the halls of power, we behold the remarkable affluence of Thailand’s head honcho, whose treasure chest brims with a breathtaking 659 million baht bounty. It’s a narrative that, pardon the pun, is truly rich with detail. You see, by the letter of the law, specifically the 2018 Organic Act on Anti-Corruption, the bigwigs and their better halves are obliged to spill the beans on their wealth within a fortnight of assuming the mantle of leadership. And, well, the Thai premier has done just that, giving us a glimpse into his lavish lifestyle befitting a former real estate tycoon. Let’s dive into the glittering pool of his assets, shall we? Picture this: a million baht in cold…
Welcome to a new chapter in the skies, esteemed flyers! If you’ve relished the experiences you’ve had with Thai Smile, then tighten your seatbelt for the exciting news: THAI is here to elevate your air travel to even greater heights! Now, before you jet-set on your next adventure, there’s some important updating to do. Should you find yourself with a query, a pondering, or a booking to adjust, fear not, it’s as easy as pie to connect with THAI. Simply sprint over to their seamless website, engage with the ever-so-helpful representative offices, or, if you fancy a chat, dial into their contact centre where magic-makers stand by to assist. Under the grand umbrella of THAI’s business rehabilitation plan, everything that once fluttered under Thai Smile’s wings will now proudly wear the THAI emblem. That’s right, they’ve taken a plush broom and swept up all operations and services, which means for…
As the sun peaked overhead, signaling the apex of the day, a bustling surge of vehicles transformed the typically serene Asia Highway into a snarl of stops and starts. This thoroughfare of trade and travel, which stretches its asphalt limbs through Ayutthaya’s Maharaj district, meanders past the storied lands of Ang Thong, and slides into Sing Buri’s Prom Buri district, began to feel the pulse of heavy traffic. Commuters witnessed their speedometers drop as they approached an infamous bottleneck–the bridge arching across the Bang Kaew River in Tambon Ban It, nestled in the heart of Ang Thong’s Muang district. It was here, where the line of crawling metal beasts grew, inching forward like a dragon waking from slumber. Despite the congestion, the tenacity of local life coursed through as some intrepid residents, with the wind in their hair, defied convention by navigating their nimble motorcycles against the flow of traffic…
Imagine a mosaic of lush green fields, verdant and tranquil, where farm life blooms in the tender embrace of nature. Now picture this serenity being brushed away by a capricious deluge that transforms land into an expansive, watery mirror. This is the current reality for the farming communities in Thailand’s deep South, vividly captured in the imagery beamed back to Earth by the Geo-informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA), revealing a landscape besieged by floods. Down in the verdant province of Pattani, water has laid siege to a staggering 6,940 hectares. Here, the floods have not merely kissed the land but have taken it into a full embrace. Following close behind is Narathiwat province, a melancholy runner-up in this watery race, with 5,030 hectares succumbing to the inundation. Further along the water’s path, Yala province weeps for its 1,222 hectares, while Songkhla province looks on with resignation at its…
Prepare yourselves, folks, for a bustling exodus that’s sweeping through Bangkok like a supercharged monsoon! The city’s pulse is racing as 70,000 souls are poised to escape the urban jungle on Thursday, as per the esteemed Rapipan Wannapintu, the vice president of our beloved state-run interprovincial bus operator who has the inside scoop on the Great Getaway. Just picture it: yesterday, a whopping 55,402 vagabonds bid adieu to Bangkok, with 46,311 fresh-faced adventurers pouring into the city, painting a perfect picture of the ceaseless ebb and flow of our capital’s energetic lifeblood. But here’s the kicker: amidst this mass migration, the specter of the “Seven Dangerous Days” looms ominously, threatening to turn joy rides into tragic tales. Fear not! The Transport Company is our steadfast sentinel, arming its drivers and conductors with a robust safety checklist—courtesy of the wise sages at the Transport Ministry. No stone is left unturned as…