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    How to reduce out-of-pocket medical expenses in Thailand?

    Managing medical expenses in Thailand is important as healthcare costs continue to rise. The country’s healthcare system includes both public and private options, but even with the Universal Coverage Scheme (UCS) for citizens, many still face high out-of-pocket medical expenses....

  • A Guinness World Record for miscarriages has Chinese woman embroiled in birthing debate

    A Guinness World Record for miscarriages has Chinese woman embroiled in birthing debate

    Twenty-six miscarriages and a subsequent Guinness World Record has a 37-year-old Chinese woman embroiled in a birthing debate. After recently giving birth to a healthy baby, the unnamed woman caused the Chinese public to quarrel over the birthing rights of women. According to Asia One, the new mom had her last miscarriage in 2019. After her recent birth was announced, highlighting…

  • 5 cooking courses to try in Koh Samui

    5 cooking courses to try in Koh Samui

    Thai cuisine is world-renowned for its variety of flavours and fragrances. And what better place to learn how to cook Thai food than in the heart of Thailand – Koh Samui. The island is home to some of the best Thai cooking classes, where you can learn from experienced chefs how to make authentic Thai cuisine. Whether you’re a beginner…

  • Bangkok Travel: Things to do for a for a memorable holiday

    Bangkok Travel: Things to do for a for a memorable holiday

    Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, is a large city renowned for its ornate shrines and vibrant street life. Whether you’re looking for history, delicious food, culture, nightlife, or just a place to relax, it has something for everyone. With so much things to see and do, you’ll need to plan ahead to make the most of your time in this city. So…

  • A trip to Thailand: what to take and leave behind

    A trip to Thailand: what to take and leave behind

    Thailand or bust? If you are planning to move or travel to Thailand, we have a packing guide that can help you skip the headache of knowing what to bring to the country and what to leave behind. As Thailand is a tropical country which features hot, very hot, and rainy seasons, there is really no need to bring anything…

  • The ancient story behind Thai film coming in December

    The ancient story behind Thai film coming in December

    A Thai film depicting a beloved character from the ancient Ramayana story is coming up in December. The film, titled “White Monkey” will be in cinemas on December 5. The Ramayana is an ancient Sanskrit epic about Prince Rama’s quest to rescue his beloved wife Sita from his enemies. In the story, the white monkey is a Hindu god known…

  • 6 places to take your pet for fun activities in Bangkok

    6 places to take your pet for fun activities in Bangkok

    Bangkok isn’t famous for being a pet-friendly city because the majority of the city’s parks and public spaces don’t allow animals. However, Bangkok has plenty of places and cafes that welcome your four-legged pals. The top 6 pet-friendly locations in Bangkok include malls, pet cafes (some of which have animals), and grassy areas where you may walk your dog and…

  • 5 fun facts about Loy Krathong

    5 fun facts about Loy Krathong

    Loy Krathong is coming up soon! This traditional Thai festival takes place on the full moon of the 12th month in the Thai lunar calendar, which falls on 8 November 2022. It is a time to celebrate and give thanks to the goddess of water, Phra Mae Kong Ka. On this special night, people float lotus-shaped baskets called krathongs on…

  • Bangkok’s LGBTQ+ drug users get safe haven

    Bangkok’s LGBTQ+ drug users get safe haven

    Bangkok’s LGBTQ+ drug users have a new safe haven after the city launched a community-based centre. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) opened a new facility with the help of the Rainbow Sky Association’s Ramkhamhaeng branch technical clinic to treat drug users and protect them from sexually transmitted infections. The Treatment and Rehabilitation and Harm Reduction Centre opened yesterday. According to…

  • VIDEO: The Art of Banksy: Without Limits, in Bangkok

    VIDEO: The Art of Banksy: Without Limits, in Bangkok

    The subversive work of street artist Banksy is now showing in Bangkok. The exhibition “The Art Of Banksy: Without Limits” kicked off last week and can be seen at Moca Bangkok on Kamphaeng Phet 6 Road until December 31. It is the first time the anarchic British graffiti artist has displayed his work in Thailand. “The Art of Banksy” shows…

  • Thailand wildlife – 10 things to see in your garden

    Thailand wildlife – 10 things to see in your garden

    There are times when Thailand can seem like a paradise of exotic wildlife, but there are also plenty of times – in any oil palm or rubber plantation – when it seems like a post-apocalyptic wasteland. It’s fun to know the names of some of the birds and beasts you might see in your garden every day. Starting with an…

  • How to spend your day at Andamanda Waterpark Phuket

    How to spend your day at Andamanda Waterpark Phuket

    SPONSORED There’s no better way to beat the heat in Phuket than by enjoying a splash-tastic day full of adventurous water slides in Thailand’s largest, sustainable waterpark, Andamanda Phuket. Spanning over 58 rai 100,000sqm. of fun, the waterpark features dozens of slides, pools, and rivers with an exciting Thai mythology theme to suit all kinds of thrill seekers. But there’s…

  • Bangkok announces location of Loy Krathong festivities

    Bangkok announces location of Loy Krathong festivities

    As Thailand’s Loy Krathong festivities are coming up next week, Bangkok has announced that it will hold the events along the famous Ong Ang Canal from November 6 to 8. The main event will be at the foot of the Rama 8 Bridge in the Bang Phlad district from 5pm to 10pm. Other festivities will be held at public parks…

  • Thailand: The Land of Smiles decoded

    Thailand: The Land of Smiles decoded

    Known as the Land of Smiles, Thailand is world-famous for its culture which includes spicy foods, amazing hospitality and exotic practices. But, upon arriving in the kingdom, you may notice that smiles are handed out for almost every situation. If you are thinking that the average person cannot just be that happy about everything, you may be right. A Thai…

  • Check Thai lottery result 1 November 2022

    Check Thai lottery result 1 November 2022

    Check Thai lottery result today 1 November 2022 – Lotto 1st prize – 913106 The last two digits – 70 The last three digits – 343 922 The first three digits – 722 839   2nd prize, 200,000 baht each 241203 000698 720822 326201 597127   3rd prize, 80,000 baht each 445816 927626 699517 736123 568483 673045 828112 130058 685393 …

  • Fun family-friendly activities to enjoy in Thailand

    Fun family-friendly activities to enjoy in Thailand

    Going on a trip to Thailand with your kids? Don’t worry, there are many fun family-friendly activities to enjoy. Even taking a trip to the local shopping mall will provide family-friendly activities for children while parents shop. At many of Thailand’s large mega malls, there is usually an arcade or children’s event that keeps little ones entertained. In big cities…