Buddhists nationwide make merit on Asanha Puja Day
During the religious holidays of Asanha Puja Day and Buddhist Lent Day, people are going out to make merit at temples, while many buy Lent candles in tribute to the occasion. At the municipal fresh market in Phichit, a large number of people bought Lent candles, offerings, inner garments and…
Buddhists nationwide make merit on Asanha Puja Day
During the religious holidays of Asanha Puja Day and Buddhist Lent Day, people are going out to make merit at temples, while many buy Lent candles in tribute to the occasion. At the municipal fresh market in Phichit, a large number of people bought Lent candles, offerings, inner garments and…
EXAT waives toll fee on July 5-6
The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) said today that motorists can use Bangkok’s tollways free of charge on July 5-6, 2020. The Chalerm Mahanakorn Expressway (First Stage Expressway), Si Rat Expressway and Udon Ratthaya Expressway are waiving tolls on July 5-6 during Asalha Puja Day and Buddhist Lent Day. Tollway…
India’s wealthy are still planning their travels—and they’re taking to private jets
Private jet and charter companies witness a spike in interest from Indian families wanting to fly to luxe hotels in Maldives and Rajasthan, wellness retreats in Kerala, and safari camps in Africa As India slowly and shakily emerges from one of the strictest lockdowns in the world, travel as we…
Turtles discovered laying eggs off season in Phang Nga
For the first time in Thailand, turtle eggs were laid by a leatherback sea turtle on Phang Nga beach outside the normal egg laying season. Officials have set up fences to protect the nest, while expecting this to be an indication of a increased abundance of the animal in the…
Phan Nga Holds Big Cleanup to Welcome Tourists
Mr. Chamroen Thippayapongtada, Phang Nga’s Governor, has presided over a big cleaning event at Andaman Art, Culture and Tradition Research Center of Phang Nga Province in order to prepare the national park and other attractions for tourists. Many organisations comprising local administrations, local residents, tourists, business owners, and volunteers attended…