Barry Kenyon
Mega changes ahead for Thailand’s Elite visa
The Thai Elite visa, which offers multiple-entry stays between five and 20 years, will totally replace its current packages on October 1 2023. Founded...
Reviewing the five visa options for retirement in Thailand
Thailand regularly appears in the top ten destinations chosen by foreigners wanting to retire abroad. Unlike other south east Asian countries, Thailand does not...
Full steam ahead on immigration comforts
Pattaya, Thailand - The six-day national holiday has not slowed the building of a second air conditioned room in the Jomtien headquarters of Chonburi...
New campaign to end frozen UK state pensions in Thailand
The 40-year campaign to persuade the British government to end the discriminatory practice of freezing the state pensions of some 520,000 Brits abroad is...
Fish and chips’ feast in Thailand but famine in UK
The very survival of fish and chips in UK is threatened even as the dish continues to dominate the foreign food headlines in Thailand....
Pattaya’s prospects to introduce 24 hours booze sales still over the...
The caretaker Thai Cabinet agreed this week that the three provinces of the rapidly expanding Eastern Economic Corridor, which includes Pattaya, should permit 24...
Long Term Residence (LTR) visa looks to business rather than retirement...
Growing confidence in Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) will attract growing numbers of foreigners keen to play a part in its widening scope. Mr...
British pound breaches 45 baht barrier
In a wave of enthusiasm not sensed since pre-Brexit days, the British pound is now worth just over 45 baht, an improvement of 4.34...
The promises and perils of crowdfunding hospital bills in Thailand
For the 67 injured Brits who have appealed for cash to pay hospital bills in Thailand since the beginning of 2023, charity giving is...
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Dr. Darin Phanthusak leads Tiffany’s legacy into a new era with grace and vision
PATTAYA, Thailand - In a time when Thailand’s entertainment and tourism landscape is rapidly evolving, Dr. Darin “Darling” Phanthusak has emerged as one of...
Pattaya heats up as the 2025 Bikini Beach Race returns this December 20
PATTAYA, Thailand – The countdown has begun for one of Thailand’s most vibrant and eye-catching beach events of the year. The Pattaya International Bikini...
Royal tribute on rails as SRT’s annual steam locomotive journey departs Bangkok for Chachoengsao
PATTAYA, Thailand – The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) held its annual steam locomotive excursion from Bangkok to Chachoengsao to mark the birthday anniversary...
Pattaya acts after complaints as beggars and child solicitation resurface
PATTAYA, Thailand – Deputy Mayor Damrongkiat Pinijkarn led a large multi-agency task force to crack down on begging and child solicitation in high-risk areas...
Disabled lottery vendor tries to save drowning man but finds victim already dead on...
PATTAYA, Thailand – A disabled lottery vendor attempted a courageous rescue on Wednesday evening after spotting what appeared to be a drowning man off...