Animals of the Thai Zodiac and the Twelve Year Cycle
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by Roy Cavanagh
1M ago
In traditional Thai culture, special birthdays and anniversaries are celebrated in twelve-year cycles linked to the signs of the zodiac. Similar to the Chinese zodiac there are twelve animals each representing a year. The zodiac years for that animal are shown in brackets. *In Northern Thai culture, the elephant can replace the pig For Thai … The post Animals of the Thai Zodiac and the Twelve Year Cycle appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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Public holidays in Thailand, 2024
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by Roy Cavanagh
3M ago
Listed below are the dates for public holidays in Thailand during 2024. Please note that government offices and immigration offices in Thailand are closed on public holidays. Keep this in mind if you need to extend your visa or require consular services. Thai embassies and consulates outside Thailand may also be closed on these dates. … The post Public holidays in Thailand, 2024 appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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Ko Klang: A taste of local life in Krabi
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by Roy Cavanagh
7M ago
A longtail boat – its bow decorated with colourful ribbons for spiritual protection –  powers through the water. In the sapphire-blue skies above, sea eagles effortlessly ride the thermals. In the distance, limestone mountains rise above the water. It’s a quintessential Krabi scene that anybody who has travelled to the beaches or islands in this … The post Ko Klang: A taste of local life in Krabi appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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The benefits of Vitamin Sea: Health and wellness holidays on Ko Samui
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by Roy Cavanagh
9M ago
For those of us who love Thailand we already know what makes this country so special. It’s a glorious cocktail of stunning scenery, fabulous food and tropical delights. But above all else, it’s the Thai people who make this country live up to the tag, Amazing Thailand. For the many repeat visitors to the Land … The post The benefits of Vitamin Sea: Health and wellness holidays on Ko Samui appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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How to Catch a Taxi From Bangkok Airport
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by Roy Cavanagh
9M ago
Passengers arriving at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi international airport (BKK) enter the arrivals hall on Level 2. To catch a public taxi (known as a taxi-meter) you need to go down to Level 1. Despite various crackdowns by Thai authorities there are still some unlicensed touts hanging around so ignore shouts of “taxi” or “where you go?” … The post How to Catch a Taxi From Bangkok Airport appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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Chiang Mai City Pillar Inthakin Festival
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by Roy Cavanagh
1y ago
Many towns and cities in Thailand house what is known as the ‘city pillar’. These pillars were created when a new settlement was established and often located at the geographical heart of the city. The pillars were originally made of wood or stone, but in most cases now have protective metal or brass casings. Different … The post Chiang Mai City Pillar Inthakin Festival appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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Returning to ‘The Beach’ at Maya Bay, Phi Phi Islands
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by Roy Cavanagh
2y ago
Maya Bay. With its towering limestone cliffs, clear waters, coral reefs and white sandy beach, this is one of the most beautiful locations in Thailand. But beauty can come at a price and, up until the middle of 2018, that was the case for Maya Bay. The famous cove had become a poster child for … The post Returning to ‘The Beach’ at Maya Bay, Phi Phi Islands appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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Wat Srisuphan: Chiang Mai’s Silver Temple
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by Roy Cavanagh
2y ago
To the south of Chiang Mai’s walled Old Town lies the traditional silver-making district of the city. Centring on Wualai Road, this area is dotted with silver shops, but is probably best known to tourists as the location of the Saturday Walking Street Market, the smaller version of the excellent Sunday Walking Street Market that … The post Wat Srisuphan: Chiang Mai’s Silver Temple appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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Tuk-tuks, elephants, and lessons in life on the Mae Hong Son Loop
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by Roy Cavanagh
2y ago
The Mae Hong Son Loop. For seasoned motorbike riders, this is one of the most epic routes in Thailand. A spectacular road journey that takes riders over an undulating series of twists and curves that takes you up, over, and around the mountains of North Thailand revealing fabulous views along the way. But for somebody … The post Tuk-tuks, elephants, and lessons in life on the Mae Hong Son Loop appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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Latest Covid-19 travel rules for Thailand
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by Roy Cavanagh
2y ago
The rules to enter Thailand are complicated with a number of different regulations in place depending on which scheme you use to enter the country. In a nutshell, there are currently three main options for visitors wishing to travel to Thailand: Test & Go Sandbox Alternative Quarantine (also known as AQ or Hotel Quarantine) Update: … The post Latest Covid-19 travel rules for Thailand appeared first on Thaizer ..read more
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