Thailand Stories

Caroline Wozniacki, the world’s number one female tennis player, was back in Thailand recently to take part in the World Tennis Invitation Hua Hin 2012. This was her second time to take part in this exhibition match in the seaside resort of Hua Hin (see my report from …

Based on a true story, the movie is about a Thai teenager who used to waste his time in playing online games until one day something happens that turns him into a billionaire. Title: Top Secret (Wai Roon Pan Lan) Director: Songyos Sugmakanan Cast: Pashorn Jiratiwat,Walanlak Kumsuwan Rating:  Drama  PG13 Release Date in Thailand:  20th

This is a new iPad app for children to teach them how to write Thai letters correctly. It is aimed at young Thai kids but could just as easily be used by expat children or even their parents. The price of First Write Thai when first released was 99 Cents but…

Electronic Arts have brought some of the best games to the iPad in full HD resolution. The downside is that these games are often quite expensive at $9.99 each. If you were hesitant before about buying at this price, then how does $1.99 sound? Yes, that is an 80% discount and it is only for the Labor Day holiday in…

Fine food enthusiasts in Bangkok have an opportunity this weekend to participate in the “International TASTE 2011 Amazing Thailand”. This is taking place at Parc Paragon which is the area in front of Siam Paragon. About 30 of the best restaurants in Thailand have been …

On Sunday 22nd May 2011, the local elections for the Chairman of the Provincial Administration Organization (PAO) took place in Samut Prakan. Counting of the ballots started in the early evening and continued into the early hours of the morning at each of the District centers. …

If you have ever driven along the Friendship Highway on your way to Nakhon Ratchasima then you have probably noticed this giant cow. It belongs to Farm Chokchai which is in the heart of cowboy country in Northeastern Thailand. I now that sounds strange as we are …

The Mon people of Samut Prakan traditionally celebrate Songkran a week later than the rest of the country. This year it was later than normal as it was held between 22nd and 24th April 2011. The celebrations started with a Miss Songkran Beauty Contest on Friday night. Then each night, along the waterfront, …

The Wan Lai Bangsaen Festival is taking place this weekend, 16th-17th April 2011, on Bangsaen Beach in Chonburi. This is the annual water flowing festival that takes place a few days after Songkran. People in this area of Chonburi Province are descendants of the Mon and they celebrate Songkran later than the rest of the country. I went down there…

If you missed out on the Songkran water fights last week or want a second round then head to Bangsaen in Chonburi for their Songkran Festival on the beach. As well ad the water fights, there are free concerts and fun & games on the beach. There is also a Sand Pagoda

Songkran is the start of the traditional Thai new year. It also marks the height of the hot season. A good way to cool off is to join in with the many water fights that are just starting in Thailand. Traditionally, you are supposed to splash your elders with a little rose scented water. But, these …

Darkest Isan (where decent thais fear to tread), Part Eleven For some people a holiday means laying on white sand beaches, sipping umbrellared cocktails and ogling bronze flesh. For others it means being bounced to death in a suspension-less bus…

In less than two weeks we will be celebrating the biggest Thai Festival called Songkran 2011 . This takes place all over Thailand in mid-April. The date used to vary but it is now fixed and takes place on 13-15 April every year. Although these are…

Thailand’s Northern-most district is Mae Sai in Chiang Rai Province. It is about 60 kilometers north of the provincial capital and has easy access along the main highway. The most notable landmark is this tall building which houses the …

Learning your Times Tables has never been so much fun. No child should ever miss out on knowing something as important as their Times Tables. Tables Splat allows children to develop their speed and accuracy in this fun and enjoyable game. It is always great to …

HEdictionary English Thai HD for iPad The HEdictionary English Thai has separate versions for the iPhone and the iPad. It can be used by people learning Thai or for those learning English. I think really it is more set up for Thai people learning English. …

Every year, on the second Saturday in January, Thailand holds their National Children’s Day. It’s an opportunity for the youth of the country to be pampered and to enjoy themselves at various events throughout the country. Museums, zoos and some tourist attractions allow them to enter for free. In Bangkok, the BTS …

The annual National Children’s Day for Thailand takes place on the second Saturday of January every year. Children are considered as the most valuable resource of the country. There is a Thai saying that goes, “Children are the future of the nation, if the children are intelligent, …

National Parks in Thailand Declared as Alcohol-Free Zones At the start of the New year period, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation made a surprise announcement that all national parks in Thailand would be alcohol-free zones.They cited the recent case of a rowdy student drinking party in Khao Yai National Park where someone…

Looking for some good apps? These are the Top 10 lists for both free and paid apps for the year 2010 in the iTunes Thailand Store. Top Free iPhone Apps in Thailand 2010 Facebook Skype Angry Birds Lite Talking Tom Cat Windows Live Messenger Paper Toss Coin Dozer Bluetooth Photo Share Cut the Rope Lite Looking for some more? Try …