Tag: Loy Krathong
Regent’s School takes part in Global Dance Competition
The Regent’s School Pattaya recently brought their whole school together to dance in a competition that unites 14 international schools from across the...
Flooding spoils Loy Krathong fun in Sattahip
Heavy rain and flooding spoiled the fun for Sattahip residents looking to celebrate Loy Krathong. Even before Sattahip’s official celebration began at Chumphon...
Loy Krathong in Hat Yai lively; 30 mln expected in circulation
SONGKHLA, Nov 28 - The Loy Krathong festival's ambience in Hat Yai today is lively, with Bt30 million revenue is expected to circulate. ...
Chaing Mai sees lively Loy Krathong festival
CHIANG MAI, Nov 28 - The Loy Krathong festival in this northern province is distinctive due to Lanna northern-style lantern contests and other activities...
Over Bt3 billion circulation likely for Loy Krathong festival
BANGKOK, Nov 26 - Bangkokians’ spending during this week’s Loy Krathong or Candle Light festival is forecast at around 3.5 billion baht this...
Chiang Mai airport seeks scheduled release of festive lanterns
CHIANG MAI, Nov 23 – Chiang Mai Airport requested the public to release their traditional festive airborne lanterns at fixed hours to avoid...
Loy Krathong spending expected to be livelier than last year: UTCC
BANGKOK, Nov 22 – This year’s Loy Krathong festival spending is expected to be livelier than last year, according to the University of...
Bang Mod police launch patrol units on waterways
BANGKOK, 22 November 2012 - Police in Bang Mod district are gearing up to launch patrol units along waterways in the area, in...
Lunar eclipse to add to festivities on Loy Krathong
Nov. 28 lunar eclipse to add to Loy Krathong festivities Look for penumbral lunar eclipse on November 28 This year will be a very special...
Romantic Loy Krathong this coming Wednesday
Celebrants encouraged to use only natural materials for krathongs This year’s Loy Krathong Festival in Pattaya, the most romantic night on the Thai calendar,...
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