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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Housing loans in Thailand expected to remain flat as household debt weighs
PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand’s housing loan market is projected to remain largely flat in 2026, reflecting continued pressure from weak purchasing power, high household...
Pattaya firefighters assist motorist after car battery fails outside Jomtien hotel
PATTAYA, Thailand – Firefighters from the Pattaya City Fire Station in the Jomtien area responded promptly on the morning of June 27, after a...
Pattaya prepares for mayor and council elections with final logistics check
PATTAYA, Thailand – The Election Commission of Thailand observed the handover of ballot boxes and election equipment for the Pattaya City Council and mayoral...
Gold pulls back toward $4,000 but long-term outlook remains bullish, says YLG
PATTAYA, Thailand – Gold prices have continued to retreat this week, approaching the US$4,000-per-ounce level as investors react to a stronger U.S. dollar and...
Warning signs your phone may be hacked or under surveillance, experts say
PATTAYA, Thailand – Cybersecurity experts are urging smartphone users to pay close attention to unusual messages, unexpected login alerts, and suspicious device behavior, warning...