Spiders In Thailand
Continuing our series of articles on creepy-crawlies in Thailand, we take a brief look at our eight-legged "friends", spiders. There is no shortage of big, hairy, scary spiders in Thailand,…
Scorpions In Thailand.
A while back we did a series of articles on snakes in Thailand. We are now going to look at a variety of creepy-crawlies that may or may not be…
Centipedes And Millipedes In Thailand
These giant centipedes are also known as Chinese Red Headed Centipedes and Asian Forest Centipedes. You may find them underneath rocks, tree logs, damp foliage or partially buried in loose…
Top Ten Tips For Riding A Motorcycle In Thailand
[caption id="attachment_14340" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Ten tips for riding a motorbike in Thailand?[/caption] Getting around on a motorbike is easy enough and, especially in busy traffic, will get you to your…
Is Going “Back Home” Easier Said Than Done?
[caption id="attachment_15104" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Going back home a viable option?[/caption] Before I start this blog let me be clear: I am a happy expat. Previous blogs have allured to the…
Laws In Thailand Which Tourists And Residents Need To Be Aware Of
[caption id="attachment_11807" align="aligncenter" width="259"] Laws which need to be known.[/caption] Drinking Laws in Thailand: A Few Facts It's important to know the rules regarding alcohol in Thailand. Recently, some friends…
Buriram Defensive Errors Prove Costly In 2-2 Draw With Chonburi
A Supachok double was not enough to give Buriram an opening day victory over Chonburi who finished the game with 9 men. Two errors by Tunez gifted the visitors a…
Thailand’s New 1000 Bht Banknote Wins International Award
[caption id="attachment_15893" align="aligncenter" width="500"] (Photo from: “Bank of Thailand” Facebook fan page) New banknote impresses ![/caption] The first issue of 1,000 baht banknotes of the reign of His Majesty King…
Thai Cyclists “Gear Up” For Biggest Cycle Ride Of The Year Nationwide
[caption id="attachment_15890" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Scenes like this nationwide for Thai cyclists[/caption] Altogether 25 roads in Bangkok will be closed as of noon today (Sunday) until 8 pm to facilitate the…
Warning Of More Wet And Windy Weather Ahead
[caption id="attachment_15887" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Bad weather ahead?[/caption] Heavy rains in various parts of upper Thailand since Friday night caused flooding in areas of Bangkok and central provinces on Saturday morning,…