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Thailand Prepares For A Month Of Festivals And Events

Hok Peng festival in Nan province, photo by TAT. Thailand is preparing for a busy month of festivals and events in March, with the return of many annual celebrations that were put on pause during the pandemic. March is a particularly important month in Thailand as it includes the important Buddhist festival of Makha Bucha Day. This holiday…

Ministry Of Culture To Promote 16 Thai Festivals Internationally

Chao Mae Lim Ko Niao Festival in Pattani province, one of the festivals being promoted, photo by Thai PBS. Thailand’s Ministry of Culture is taking steps to promote the country’s cultural heritage and boost local economies by promoting 16 Thai festivals internationally. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Yupha Taweewattanakitborvon, announced the move as part of the government’s…

Loy Krathong: Stories Of Thai Holiday’s Origins

If you live in Thailand, you’ve most likely heard of the Loy Krathong festival by now. You may likely be planning on going to a Loy Krathong float event to get a taste of the holiday. But how did this holiday come into being? Understanding the origins of Loy Krathong might help you understand its significance in the hearts…

Al McKay’s Earth,Wind And Fire Experience Set For Hua Hin Jazz Festival

True Jazz Festival Hua Hin brings 50 Thai and international artists including Grammy-award winners to the True Areana Hua Hin on March 24-25. HuaHin welcomes “International Jazz Festival”and pins up Thailand’s jazz music on the world’s map with “True Jazz Festival @HuaHin” organized by The Agency Co., Ltd., together with True Arena HuaHin, and InterContinental…

Flight Changes At Chiang Mai During Loy Krathong Festival

At one time it looked like Chiang Mai’s famous Loy Krathong (Yi Peng) festival would be cancelled following the sad passing of King Bhumibol. However, it is now going ahead with Chiang Mai airport taking safety precautions. The festival takes place from November 13 to 15 and 9 domestic and 6 international flights have been…