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Lopburi’s monkey feast event draws unruly crowds

As part of the yearly simian celebration that takes place in the central area of Thailand, on the last day of November, the monkeys of Lopburi were fed a feast fit for the Monkey King. The palace of King Narai and the Wat Phra Sri Rattana Mahathat are both located in Lopburi, one of Thailand’s oldest cities. A vacation to Lopburi is frequently a good option to deviate from the standard tourist route through Thailand’s cities. In the vicinity of the crumbling Phra Prang Sam Yod, commonly known as the monkey temple, which is located in the city center, there are roughly 4,500 crab-eating macaques. Today, macaques are causing a fuss as they cluster around the shrine. Although they are frequently antagonistic, there is a sense of reserve as they wait for the buffet warfare to commence. As the feast is taken to the temple, they begin to pounce, and…

Crowds are advised to wear masks amidst a Covid rise

Yesterday, the Ministry of Public Health issued a warning that it is now strongly recommended that people wearing masks do so in crowded locations. They cannot wait to begin using them as soon as outbreaks take place, and they are looking forward to continuing to use them on a regular basis for the foreseeable future. For those of you who enjoy wearing masks, this warning is for you. The news of the increase in new Covid infections across Thailand, which ranges from 10% to 20% more cases, was announced in reaction to the situation. Following a discussion with the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, the Phuket Provincial Health Office (PPHO) has not yet disclosed whether or not they intend to promote a similar mask recommendation among the local community. Yesterday, the PPHO spoke with the secretary via video chat about a variety of COVID-related matters, such as…

The brand-new electric bus fleet of Bangkok is now complete and ready for service

After the new year, Greater Bangkok’s aging fleet of vehicles that emit black smoke will be replaced by 1,250 electric buses, which were unveiled by the Transport Ministry on Saturday. The fleet of diesel cars that have been in service for more than 20 years and are criticized for polluting the air in the city will be replaced by the buses that are being purchased. According to the data provided by the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority, there are more than 2,000 buses in Bangkok that are older than 20 years. This includes 1,520 red buses and 179 blue air-conditioned vehicles. The Minister of Transport, Saksayam Chidchob, has stated that the electric buses will make it simpler to travel throughout Greater Bangkok. He also mentioned that wheelchair access will be included on the buses. He also mentioned that they are equipped with a global positioning system (GPS), an electronic ticketing system,…

Pattaya’s construction activity has reached a new height

Mario Kleff, an eccentric architect who innovates residential construction engineering, designed all of these structures. Mario Kleff pioneered new residential construction standards in Pattaya. The designer built high-quality buildings for over a decade. The architect submitted his plans for Park Royal 2, a multi-story cellular beam condominium, in 2009. This Thailand-first method allowed long-span construction. In 2022, numerous huge pool villas with 30+ meter column spans will be built. Motorway bridges offer “column-free chambers” and greater aesthetics. Thailand leads in new building structures. The Wong Amat Tower was Mario Kleff’s first modern high-rise in Pattaya. He designed Na Kluea’s Laguna Heights condominium, Club Royal, and Jomtien’s Suan Sawarn condominium complex. His portfolio now includes many unique real estate initiatives. Mario Kleff – The Touch is a signature project. It was Thailand’s first two-column high-rise with a 25-meter column span, but it was never finished. Improving house construction is hard enough,…

The reason why don’t people go back to Khao San Road

The global epidemic caused by COVID-19 led to the closure of borders and the end of tourism in a great number of vital places. In a short amount of time, Khao San Road, which was once a vibrant and bustling backpacker refuge in Bangkok, Thailand’s capital city, turned into a dismal ghost town. Now that all of the pandemic restrictions have been gone, the government is continually reporting an influx of international tourists that are helping to bring Thailand back to life. But merchants on Khao San Road claim that despite the fact that all limitations imposed by Covid have been abolished, they are not witnessing the increase in the number of tourists that was anticipated. When the limits began to be implemented, it was a devastating blow to the well-known tourist district. The authorities did all in their power to prevent poorly ventilated, crowded establishments from continuing to operate…

A new CEO is appointed by Thai Airways

Chai was selected from a pool of 53 candidates, both internal and external, which included domestic and foreign aviation leaders. The candidate’s potential for leadership was evaluated through psychometric testing during the recruitment process. Additionally, applicants gave presentations to the selection committee in which they shared their goals and objectives for the organization. Chai possesses all of the necessary qualities and skills for the job, including a Master of Business Administration degree from Kasetsart University, an undergraduate degree from Assumption University, and 37 years of experience working in the aviation business in Thailand. Chai is a member of the boards of directors for both THAI Flight Training Co. and Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services. In particular, Chai possesses the financial and accounting expertise necessary to guide the airline’s rehabilitation strategy, including obtaining fresh loans, reorganizing capital, and managing financial discipline. These are all essential components of the plan. He has been…

Alcohol Control Committee quashes late-night drinking

The request to extend the authorized hours for the selling of alcohol until 4 in the morning was rejected by the Alcohol Control Committee of Thailand. The decision was reached after a widespread push gained strength and backing from lawmakers and business operators, particularly in regions that are frequented by tourists. The committee had a meeting with Dr. Opas Karnkawinpong, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health, to examine the proposal to extend the selling hours for alcoholic beverages from 5 p.m. until 4 a.m. each day. The committee voted against the concept because they believed that there would be too much time spent drinking over the course of 11 hours. They were concerned that the extended hours of drinking would not only lead to a rise in the number of alcohol-related fatalities and injuries, but also in the number of health issues that could be brought on…

The reluctance of tour operators to invest employee training

According to the National Institute of Development Administration, managers would like the taxpayers to foot the bill for their professional development opportunities. It is possible to say that tourism is the single most important factor driving Thailand’s economy. Employers who are in a financial position are able to claim that they want to increase their employees by approximately 10 percent. According to Piriya Pholphirul, who works in the institute’s center of development economics research, “Tourism started picking up steam after the rules for Covid-19 were loosened in the second half of the year.” Even now, much over half of all tour companies have a smaller workforce than they did before the pandemic. Perhaps even more concerning is the fact that seven percent of business owners want to lay off employees as a direct result of their declining profitability and the increased pressure from staff members for fair pay. More than…

The Russian assault surprises Thailand’s tourism forces

With 230,000 joyful tourists besieging beaches, temples, and the ever-popular red-light districts around the country, Russia ranks just 13th this year in terms of Thailand’s source markets. Thailand is a popular tourist destination. On the other hand, this month has seen a considerable rise in arrivals thanks to Aeroflot aircraft departing from Novosibirsk as well as chartered flights. The majority of chartered flights from Russia travel to Pattaya and Phuket as their final destinations. ATTA’s Adith Chairattananon reported that there has been an increase in the number of queries from Russian travel agents regarding vacation packages to Thailand. This has jolted cash-strapped tour operators back into action sooner than was originally anticipated. “There are relatively few Thai operators that specialize in the Russian sector — most of the players are native Russians,” Adith added, bemoaning the independent thinking of Russian visitors who were arriving in Thailand. Mainly due to the…

New transit route boosts northeast Thailand’s Naga tourism

The journey makes stops at various locations throughout the region where worship of the legendary serpent can be performed. The Udon Thani office of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is in charge of organizing the route. The provinces of Udon Thani, Nong Khai, and Bueng Kan all feature religious destinations that can be visited by travelers along this route. From December through February, it is anticipated that the new campaign would produce approximately 120 million Thai Baht. The statement was made by the director of the TAT’s office in Udon Thani “We present a travel path that links with distinctive local identities in order to provide travelers with a travel experience that is rich in meaning,” Visitors will stop at temples in the provinces of Udon Thani and Nong Khai while they are on their journey. They will go to Don Pho Island and the Naga Cave while they…