Barry Kenyon
Ukraine war squashes more than Russian tourism in Thailand
The nasty consequences of the Ukrainian war are threatening several sectors of the Thai economy. International tourism as a whole is threatened by the...
Not all Russians and Ukrainians will get free visa extensions
The Tourist Authority of Thailand has confirmed that a registration process is required if stranded Russian and Ukrainian visitors require a free 30 days...
Thailand will not deport Russian or Ukrainian tourists
The dire situation of 7,000 Ukrainian and – to a lesser extent Russian – visitors trapped in Thailand is being formally discussed by the...
Myth and reality collide in Pattaya’s night spots
In theory, Pattaya is still in semi-lockdown. All bars and clubs are supposedly shuttered unless holding a special health and safety certificate showing that,...
Foreigner insurance requirement of US$20,000 throws up questions
The latest medical insurance rule for foreign visitors requires cover of only US$20,000 (640,000 baht), reduced from US$50,000 from the beginning of March 2022....
It’s time to Let Go rather than retain Test and Go!
Several hundred delegates to a Thailand Tourism Forum assembly have urged the government to abolish the Test and Go entry requirements or risk a...
Ukraine embassy asks for donations to assist their nationals stranded in...
The Bangkok-based Ukrainian embassy has posted a Facebook request for donations in the light of the Russian invasion. The Bangkok Bank account numbers are...
Retiring to Thailand just got more confusing
The government’s recent announcement of long term residency, or LTR visas for retirees aged at least 50, adds yet another layer of complexity to...
Trapped Thais trying to make their way to Poland
About 250 Thai workers in Ukraine, mostly in the spa and hospitality sector, have been advised to trek to the city of Lviv, near...
Thailand reduces entry insurance to compete with neighbors
From March 1, international applicants for Thailand Pass will see a reduction in compulsory insurance from US$50,000 to US$20,000. This requirement does not need...
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Public restrooms at Samae Beach on Koh Larn, off Pattaya coast, need progress
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