Life In Inspiring Isaan

Thai Air Asia cuts prices

2014-06-18T13:11:00.000+07:00

AirAsia discounts fares for passengers travelling from Bangkok on selected routes, 23 June to 31 October this year.
The one-way promotional fares, inclusive of airport taxes and surcharges, departing Bangkok start at Bt590 to Khon Kaen and Bt690 to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phitsanulok, Ubon Ratchathani, Udon Thani, Nakhon Phanom, Krabi, Hat Yai, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phuket, Surat Thani, and Trang.

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Nok Air to add 8th daily flight between Bangkok and Udon

2014-06-12T06:30:00.000+07:00

The new flight commences on Aug 15th.
Departs Bangkok 0705, arrives Udon 0810

Return Departs Udon at 0905 and arrives Bangkok at 1005

NCPO lifts curfew in 20 more provinces, excluding Bangkok

2014-06-11T07:27:00.002+07:00

The provinces included Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Rayong, Chantaburi, Nakhon Phanom, Sakon Nakhon, Roi Et, Loei, Surin, Tak, Sukhothai, Mae Hong Son, Uttaradit, Phrae, Nan, Trang and Satun.
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Nok adds Khon Kaen

2014-06-10T09:42:00.001+07:00

Nok Air is penetrating the fast-growing northeastern air travel market with the launch of twice-daily services from its Bangkok hub at Don Mueang airport to Khon Kaen on July 1.

Curfew Hours Relaxed

2014-05-28T06:23:00.001+07:00

New curfew: Midnight-4am

Coup in Thailand

2014-05-23T06:45:00.002+07:00

Low Season Fares with Bangkok Airways

2014-05-22T09:35:00.000+07:00

Bangkok Airways sells a “Mid-Year Break”promotion for travel on selected domestic and international routes during June to September this year.
The one-way promotional fares, inclusive of airport taxes and surcharges, ex-Bangkok, start at Bt1,090 to Udon Thani.

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Marshall Law Imposed

2014-05-20T06:35:00.002+07:00

The Royal Thai Army on Tuesday declared martial law across the crisis-gripped kingdom to restore order following months of anti-government protests that have left 28 people dead and hundreds wounded.

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Thai immigration clamps down on visa runs

2014-05-13T06:38:00.000+07:00

Immigration police have announced they are clamping down on tourists who remain illegally in Thailand by exploiting permission given to many foreigners to enter Thailand without a visa.

Charter court: Yingluck out

2014-05-07T14:12:00.004+07:00

The Constitutional Court has ruled Yingluck Shinawatra's prime ministerial status at an end because the transfer of Thawil Pliensri was illegal.

It ruled that she was no longer qualified under Sections 266-268 of the Constitution.

It ruled on the second of the three points at 1.34pm on Wednesday.

Find The Treasure Within

2014-05-05T08:56:00.000+07:00

A collection of frequent questions and answers from the Dharma talks of Seon master Daehaeng. These cover basic issues such as why life feels empty, how to become a more spiritual person, why life seems unfair, and is there such a thing as previous lives. Her answers are very down to earth, and filled with a deep sense of non-duality.

Seon Master Daehaeng(1927-2012) was a highly respected Korean Buddhist nun and seon master. She taught monks as well as nuns, and made laypeople a particular focus of her efforts. She taught people how to take all the stuff of our daily life and use it for spritual practice, and she emphasized relying upon the eternally bright Buddha-nature that is within all of us.

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An Extraordinary Life

2014-05-04T08:04:00.000+07:00

A betting man visiting Cardiff in Wales and meeting a baby Brian Twinney in 1936 would have given very long odds on him making it into his teens, let alone being 78 years old and living with his family in the north of Thailand. For this is a survival story, just as much as tales of shipwrecks or walks across Antarctica.

Everything was against the young Brian making it through any sort of life. He came from a family that made dysfunctional much too feeble a word to describe it. His baby sister, Eral, was dead at seventeen months from pneumonia. As a child during the war he learned how to steal out of the docks in order to feed his siblings. As a young man he spent time in prison.

Yet Brian Twinney even with his lack of education had a natural aptitude to work with both his hands and his brain. Born into different circumstances he could well have been a noted entrepreneur or leader of a giant corporation. In many ways this isn't only a survival story, but also a success story. I think you will find his story fascinating.

Price: $3.95 USD

How Does One Dress to Buy Dragonfruit? True Stories of Expat Women in Asia

2014-05-03T07:52:00.000+07:00

In this collection, twenty-six women reveal the truth about expatriate life in modern East Asia through original works of memoir and creative non-fiction. Their experiences are varied and unique, demonstrating that expat women's lives go far beyond the stereotypical. The writers hail from a dozen different countries and walks of life. Some are well-known; others are fresh voices adding nuance to the expat conversation. Through deeply personal accounts, they explore what they have learned about themselves and the world through their lives abroad. Together, they create a portrait of the modern expatriate experience that will both resonate and inspire.

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Walking Through Bangkok's European Heritage

2014-05-02T07:47:00.002+07:00

Bangkok is one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Famous for its food, shopping, and nightlife. It also has a rich European-influenced history, with some relics still remaining in the architecture of a variety of well-known tourist attractions, as well as a few that are off the beaten track.

This do-it-yourself step-by-step guide is aimed at those who have a few days to spend discovering the charms of Bangkok and enjoy the challenge of independent sightseeing, mainly on foot. The nice aspect to this guide is that almost wherever you go when following it, there will be a food outlet, a restaurant, or a café where you can stop, rest, revive, and watch the Thai world go by while you plan your next move.

By the time you’ve finished, you’ll probably know some parts of Bangkok better than the locals.

eBook Price: $3.95 USD

Nok undercuts competition

2014-04-29T15:47:00.001+07:00

Nok Air offers a“Happy Holiday Promotion” for travel to selected domestic and regional routes during May until next March.
The one-way promotion, inclusive of airport taxes and surcharges, sells at Bt990 departing Bangkok to Phitsanulok, Nakhon Phanom, Ubon Ratchathani, Udon Thani, and Surat Thani.

Bookings can be made until midnight 2 May for travel 23 May to 28 March next year.
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Drought Forecast

2014-04-27T14:58:00.000+07:00

The country's two major dams - Bhumibol and Sirikit - now have altogether 2,953 million cubic metres of water, or only 18% of their capacity, for distribution because of the rain interval, Royal Irrigation Department director-general Lertviroj Kowattana said on Sunday.

Thunderstorms Forecast

2014-04-26T12:25:00.001+07:00

Advisory "Thunderstorm (During 26-30 April)" No. 9 Time Issued : April 26, 2014
The rather strong high pressure from has extended to upper Vietnam. It is expected the ridge of high pressure will extend to the Northeast and the North of Thailand by today and then will cover to the Central and the East. It will cover continued until April 30. Summer thunderstorm, as well as thundershowers, gust and hail. People in the North especially of Mae Hong Son, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Nan, Uttaradit, Tak, Phitsanulok and Phetchabun, and the Northeast especially of Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Loei, Nong Bua Lamphu, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan, Khon Kaen, Kalasin, Maha Sarakham and Roi Et should beware of the severe weather that leads to the loss of lives and properties. The advisory will be effect on 26 April 2014 at 11.00 a.m.

Violent storms forecast for weekend

2014-04-25T11:31:00.003+07:00

The Meteorological Department on Friday morning issued a warning of violent rain, wind and hail storms for all regions of the country except the South, from Saturday until Tuesday.

From Condoms to Cabbages

2014-04-25T09:45:00.004+07:00

In Thailand, a condom is called a "Mechai". Mechai Viravaidya, Thailand's Condom King, has used this most anatomically suggestive contraceptive device to turn the conventional family planning establishment on its head. First came condom blowing contests, then T-shirts with condom shrouded anthropomorphic penises. Then condom key rings followed by a Cabbages and Condoms restaurant. When it comes to condoms, no one has been more creative than the Condom King.

To equate Mechai with condoms and family planning alone underestimates the man and fails to capture his essence. Mechai Viravaidya is engaged in a relentless pursuit to improve the well-being of the poor by giving them the tools to lead a fruitful and productive life. His achievements in family planning, AIDS prevention, and rural development are a means to an end — the alleviation of poverty in Thailand.

Mechai's journey From Condoms to Cabbages — from his roots in family planning to his goal of poverty alleviation — has spanned 47 years. Along the way, he has been labeled a visionary iconoclast and cheerful revolutionary. He is also an ordinary man from modest origins. This book will shed some light on both Mechais.

Fully illustrated with many photographs

Price: $6.95 USD

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The British Embassy Bangkok will be closed on 14, 15, 18 and 21 April 2014

2014-04-10T08:05:00.002+07:00

British nationals who need emergency assistance outside normal office hours should call +66 2305 8333.

Yindee Steak House

2014-04-08T12:48:00.003+07:00

Malindo Air to introduce flights between Don Muang and KL

2014-04-07T14:25:00.001+07:00

Malindo Air are to start flights April 24th with a daily connection between Don Muang and Kuala Lumpur using Boeing 737 Aircraft offering business and economy class.

New Nong Han Restaurant - YINDEE STEAK HOUSE

2014-04-06T13:08:00.002+07:00

Located on the road to Kumphawapi, just after the traffic lights on the 22, and opposite the school.

Breakfast from 49B

Open from 10am to 8pm daily

Chakri Day

2014-04-06T06:24:00.000+07:00

The country celebrates Chakri Memorial Day, 6 April, to honour the nine kings who have ruled over Thailand under the present Chakri Dynasty.
The first king in the Chaki Dynasty, Rama I, founded the capital in Bangkok. The current ruler, His Majesty the King Bhumibol Adulyadej is the world’s longest reigning monarch. He has reigned since 9 June 1946.
Monday 7th is also a holiday as Chakri Day falls on a weekend

UK visa customers will get a better service by using new international enquiry service to find information on the visa application process.

2014-04-05T10:28:00.000+07:00

UK visa customers will get a better service by using our new international enquiry service to find information about the visa application process. If you need a UK visa and have any inquiry on how to apply, please visit our website. The new service will be provided by Hinduja Global Solutions (HGS) from 1 April 2014.