Amie Asia - Thailand

13/10/2023

In Memorial to our Beloved Late King

21/04/2023

Bangkok celebrates the 241st anniversary of the establishment since 21 April 1782 during 21-25 April 2023 at museums, temples and key landmarks in Rattanakosin Island or Bangkok’s Old Town.

Main locations for the five-day event are the National Museum Bangkok, the National Theatre, Santi Chai Prakan Park, Ratchadamnoen Contemporary Art Center, Museum Siam, Wat Prayurawongsawat Worawihan, and Bang Lamphu Museum. In addition, there will be 20 other venues for related events and activities.

The BMTA will be organising buses and trams for sightseeing, as well as pick-up and drop-off services at various points, free of charge.

Credit and photo: TAT Newsroom

14/04/2023

Songkran is a traditional festival celebrated in Thailand, also known as the Thai New Year. The festival is held annually from 13th to 15th April and is one of the most important events in the country. Songkran is a time for family reunions, spiritual reflection, and festive celebrations.

The origins of Songkran can be traced back to ancient times when people used to pour water on Buddha statues as a way of purification. Over the years, the tradition evolved into a water festival where people splash water on each other as a way of showing respect, cleansing themselves of bad luck, and welcoming the New Year.

During the Songkran festival, the streets of Thailand are filled with people carrying water guns, buckets, and water-filled balloons. They roam around the city, spraying water on anyone they come across. The festival is a great way to escape the heat and humidity of Thailand's hot season, which falls around April.

Songkran is a time for family gatherings, where people travel back to their hometowns to celebrate with their loved ones. The festival is also a time for reconnecting with old friends and making new ones. Tourists from around the world flock to Thailand to experience the unique and exciting atmosphere of the Songkran festival.

24/06/2022

Wat Phra Singh | Don’t miss when you visit Chiang Mai

Built in 1345, the Temple is located now in the old quarter of Chiang Mai town. It houses the North’s most revered Buddha statue, Phra Phuttha Sihing which is enshrined in Vihan Lai Kham, a chapel that features exquisite woodcarvings and northern style murals.
Each year, during the Songkran festival, Phra Phutthasihing is carried in a parade procession around town so locals can bath the image with scented water, which brings good luck according to a traditional belief.
In the temple also houses Phra Maha Chedi Dhat (Giant Stupa). According to the Lanna belief, the stupa spirit specially protects those who born in the Year of the Dragon.

สำหรับคนที่มาเยือนเชียงใหม่ครั้งแรก นอกจากวัดพระธาตุดอยสุเทพแล้ว วัดที่มีความสำคัญเป็นอย่างมากและห้ามพลาดคือวัดพระสิงห์ ด้วยความสวยด้านศิลปะและเป็นสถานที่ประดิษฐานพระพุทธรูปที่สำคัญที่สุดองค์หนึ่งของชาวล้านนา
เดิมทีวัดพระสิงห์มีชื่อว่า ‘วัดลีเชียงพระ’ เนื่องจากตั้งอยู่ใกล้ตลาดกลางเมือง คำว่า ลี เป็นภาษาล้านนา แปลว่า ตลาด ผู้สร้างคือพญาผายูเมื่อ พ.ศ. 1888
พระพุทธสิหิงค์ พระพุทธรูปที่สำคัญที่สุดประดิษฐานอยู่ในวิหารลายคำ ซึ่งลายคำที่เป็นฉากด้านหลังที่ประดิษฐานองค์พระพุทธสิหิงค์ คือลวดลายสีทอง เป็นรูปกู่พระเจ้า มังกรจีน หงส์และลายเมฆแบบจีน บนพื้นสีแดง
ภายในวิหาร ยังมีภาพจิตรกรรมเป็นวรรณคดีเรื่องสังข์ทอง กับเรื่องสุวรรณหงส์
ถัดไปคือพระมหาเจดีย์ธาตุ ซึ่งปัจจุบันปิดทองอร่าม ถือเป็นพระธาตุเจดีย์ประจำปีมะโรงหรือปีงูใหญ่ตามคติของชาวล้านนาอีกด้วย

17/06/2022

‘Thailand Pass’ registration scheme to be lifted from 1 July 2022

Thailand’s Centre of COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) today approved the removal of the Thailand Pass registration scheme and an US$10,000 health insurance requirement for foreign visitors, effective 1 July, 2022. Both requirements were initially removed for Thai nationals from 1 June, 2022.

From 1 July, 2022, foreign nationals are only required to show proof of either a certificate of vaccination or a negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test result within 72 hours of travel. These can be in a print or digital format. Random checks will be made on arrivals at Thailand’s international airports or land border checkpoints (in 22 provinces). Unvaccinated/not fully vaccinated travellers who are random checked and who are unable to show proof of a pre-arrival negative test will be required to undergo a professional ATK test at the point of entry.

Credit: tatnews.org

08/06/2022

Welcome to Thailand, Welcome to Phuket
THAILAND TRAVEL MART PLUS 2022
8-10 JUNE 2022 @ Angsana Laguna Phuket
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https://youtu.be/ZkjSCGCDolE?list=TLGGX8PrPXQqTSMwODA2MjAyMg

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) presents the new tourism concept for 2022 “Amazing Thailand, Amazing New Chapters”. Thailand is now filled with more ...

24/05/2022

From 1 June, 2022, foreign nationals are still required to apply for a Thailand Pass, with essential information including passport details, vaccination, and an US$10,000 health insurance policy. The system will then automatically issue a QR code for the applicants. Thais will be exempt from a Thailand Pass registration.

Upon arriving in Thailand, vaccinated travellers must undergo entry screening, and will then be allowed entry and are free to go anywhere in the kingdom.

Unvaccinated/not fully vaccinated travellers who are able to upload proof of a negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test within 72 hours of travel via the Thailand Pass system will also be allowed entry and are free to go anywhere in the kingdom.

The CCSA also approved further easing of nationwide COVID-19 controls with three colour-coded zones: The Pilot Tourist Areas or blue zones, the Surveillance or green zone, and the Areas under Stringent Surveillance or yellow zone.

Night-time entertainment venues; such as, pubs, bars and karaoke lounges in the green and blue zones will be allowed to resume operation, including the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises up till 24.00 Hrs. However, all venues are told to strictly adhere to the prevention guidelines.

Source: TAT Newsroom.

20/05/2022

Visa Global Travel Intentions Study listed Thailand as the fourth most attractive travel destination in the world.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to announce that Thailand has been rated as the fourth most attractive travel destination in the world post-pandemic, with Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, and Hua Hin being the top Thai cities global travellers search online, according to Visa Global Travel Intentions Study 2021.
The study, which was carried out during January-October 2021, analysed data from over 7,000 keywords searched by travellers from 62 countries as well as Thailand’s travel information, to five Thai tourist cities and travellers’ sentiments regarding the pandemic’s impact on travel situation.
According to the study, top three motivations for global travellers intending to visit Thailand are leisure pursuits (30%), the chance to escape and relax (25%), and outdoor adventure (18%). This demonstrates visitors are looking for stress-free holidays that provide optimum opportunities to relax, get outdoors, and leave the worries of the pandemic behind.
The study also revealed that, when in Thailand, tourists are most likely to head for activities and attractions that have made Thailand famous. The top activity preferences are going for a famous Thai massage, eating Thai food at cafes and restaurants, spending time at their resort, and embracing Thai culture; such as, visiting a Buddhist temple.
Visa cited a study by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) that Thailand’s tourism industry is showing signs of recovery with increasing visitor numbers over the next three years expected to reach around 46.96 million by the end of 2024. The ongoing relaxation of tourist entry requirements throughout the year should make it easier for tourists to return to Thailand.

Source: TATnews.org

13/05/2022

The Royal Ploughing Ceremony at Sanam Luang, in front of the Grand Palace, with series of rituals meant to prophesize the farming conditions, to encourage the people, Thai farmers, and to bless the year's harvest of rice.
Also the starting of green season in Thailand.

02/05/2022

As to commemorate the Coronation Day, Nitasrattanakosin Exhibition Hall on Rachadamnern will open for free admission on 4th May 2022.

เนื่องในวันฉัตรมงคล วันพุธที่ ๔ พฤษภาคม ๒๕๖๕ อาคารนิทรรศน์รัตนโกสินทร์ เปิดให้เข้าชมนิทรรศการฟรี สอบถามเพิ่มเติม โทร. ๐ - ๒๖๒๑ - ๐๐๔๔

“นิทรรศน์รัตนโกสินทร์ คุณค่าแห่งยุคสมัย สัมผัสได้ในหนึ่งวัน”

#นิทรรศน์รัตนโกสินทร์ #ชมนิทรรศการฟรี

29/04/2022

Our DNA is enthusiasm.
Thank you TAT. Thank you VIE Hotel.

25/04/2022

New entry rules for vaccinated travellers:
International travellers who are fully vaccinated will no longer be required to show proof of a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR test nor undergo an arrival test.
They are still required to register for a Thailand Pass (via https://tp.consular.go.th/) with a Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination and an insurance policy with coverage no less than US$10,000 (reduced from US$20,000).
Once arriving in Thailand, they will be allowed entry and are free to go anywhere in the kingdom.
Thank you to TAT Newsroom

19/04/2022

Ready to bike

12/04/2022

Let's colorful - it's Songkran

04/04/2022

More welcome to Thailand

02/04/2022

2 April - Long Live the High Princess

26/03/2022

Because we are here.

10/03/2022

Prasat Hin Panyod in Satun Global Geopark. This region has been certified as a member of UNESCO Global Geopark on April 17, 2018. It covers 4 districts for instance Thung Wa district, Manang district, La-ngu district and Mueang Chapo district (Mu Ko Phetra National Park and Tarutao National Park), the overall area of 2,597 square kilometers. It is distinctive from the mountains to the sea. The outstanding mountain zone, karst topography, that was causing the tourist attractions namely Phu Pha Phet cave, Urai Thong cave, Thalu cave, Wang Sai Thong waterfall and the world famous marine island zone for example Koh Lipe, Koh Adang, Koh Rawi. Koh Hin Zon, the diving point of the Chabang river chanel, etc. This was resulting to make this area high of biodiversity. ปราสาทหินพันยอด และหมู่เกาะเขาใหญ่ ส่วนหนึ่งของอุทยานธรณีโลกแห่งแรกของไทย มีอายุราว 470 ล้านปี ย้อนยุคบุกทะเลโบราณฟอสซิลหินดึกดำบรรพ์ ของยุคออรโดวิเชียน เป็นสถานที่ท่องเที่ยวที่สวยงามและมีคุณค่าจนองค์การยูเนสโก ได้มาขึ้นทะเบียนเป็น “อุทยานธรณีโลกของยูเนสโก” แห่งแรก และแห่งเดียวของไทย
#ปราสาทหิน

08/03/2022

Close to the Grand Palace, direct from Maharaj pier, Bangkok's Amulet Market is usually filled of locals and visitors that everyone is here to pick through the vendors’ wares for the special medallion or figurine that will do the trick for them: protecting the harvest, bringing good health, blessing a new home.

25/02/2022

Starting 1 March 2022, Thailand drops the Day 5 hotel stay and PCR test rule while reducing the mandatory insurance cover to USD 20,000.-.
Travellers can arrive by air, land, and sea with the required prepaid accommodation for 1 night and 1 RT-PCR test on day 1 and a self-administered ATK test on day 5.
The new rules apply for registration from 1 March 2022 and for travellers enter Thailand on 7 March 2022 onwards (one week to navigate Thailand Pass approval).
(source: TAT newsroom, www.tatnews.org)

24/01/2022

Wat Phra Ngarm - วัดพระงาม - one of the new unseen in Ayuthaya. A small temple outside Ayuthaya city island. The temple faces east and surrounded by small canals. From archaeological evidences, this monastery has been restored several times.
One of the entrance has been covered by bodhi tree for more than 100 years making us imagine to go back in the ancient time...

04/12/2021

The 5th of December each year has always been a significant day, because it commemorates the birthday of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, “The Father of the Nation.” His Majesty is fondly remembered for his kindness and compassion and was considered as an inspirational role model father who was devoted not only to his family but to his people and is still very much revered and remains in the hearts of the people.

credit: bkkkids.com

04/12/2021

Enjoy a pleasant walk from Wat Mondop, an old temple since early Rattanakosin era. Don't miss a noodle shop by the canal. A scene in Thonburi, sister town of Bangkok Metropolitan.

30/11/2021

A beautiful unseen temple amid Bangkok downtown, just 15 min.walk from Hua Lumpong Station and few steps to Boe Bae wholesale Garments market. Stunning by precious mural paintings telling story of Lord Buddha in modern style (while at that time, about 190 years ago in Rama IV era, traditional paintings were seen everywhere).

05/11/2021

Another temple in Bangkok with lots of fantasy idea.
วัดปริวาส สวยแปลกตาด้วยจินตนาการผสมผสาน

20/10/2021

Thailand's famous long tail boat

13/10/2021

In Loving Memory:
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great