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Thailand: Koh Phangan’s Full Moon in May 2025

Thailande - May: A Month of Holidays and Public Celebrations

Thailand: Towards the end of the 60-day visa waiver?

Thailand - Events calendar: May 2025 in Thailand, Festivals and main events guides

Thailand - Don’t forget: Since 1 May, all travellers must complete the DTAC before arriving in Thailand.

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Bun Bang Fai 2025: Thailand's Rocket Festival in Isan (Dates, Towns & Guide)

Bun Bang Fai 2025: Thailand's Rocket Festival in Isan (Dates, Towns & Guide)

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Where to Stay in Chiang Rai: Best Areas & Top Hotels for Every Budget

Where to Stay in Chiang Rai: Best Areas & Top Hotels for Every Budget

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Wat Pho Bangkok – Discover the Reclining Buddha & Thai Massage Origin

Wat Pho Bangkok – Discover the Reclining Buddha & Thai Massage Origin

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Thailand Festivals in May 2025 – Dates, Events & Travel Tips

Thailand Festivals in May 2025 – Dates, Events & Travel Tips

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Topic: The best Hotel selections in Thailand

Where to Stay in Chiang Rai: Best Areas & Top Hotels for Every Budget

Where to Stay in Chiang Rai: Best Areas & Top Hotels for Every Budget

Where to Stay in Pattaya and Jomtien: Our Selection of the Best Beachfront Hotels

Where to Stay in Pattaya and Jomtien: Our Selection of the Best Beachfront Hotels

Where to stay in Hua Hin? Best hotels, resorts & guesthouses for every budget

Where to stay in Hua Hin? Best hotels, resorts & guesthouses for every budget

Where to Stay in Koh Kood: Top Hotels for an Unforgettable Getaway

Where to Stay in Koh Kood: Top Hotels for an Unforgettable Getaway

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Your comprehensive Guide to exploring Chiang Rai

For decades, Chiang Rai has been known for its mountain trekking adventures and the vibrant cultures of its ethnic minorities. While this reputation isn’t entirely inaccurate, the region is now revealing its abundant natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, which are increasingly drawing more visitors. Join us as we explore these hidden gems

May's best events in Thailand

Bun Bang Fai 2025: Thailand's Rocket Festival in Isan (Dates, Towns & Guide)

Bun Bang Fai 2025: Thailand's Rocket Festival in Isan (Dates, Towns & Guide)

Thailand Festivals in May 2025 – Dates, Events & Travel Tips

Thailand Festivals in May 2025 – Dates, Events & Travel Tips

Royal Ploughing Ceremony 2025 in Bangkok – Thai Traditional Ritual Explained

Royal Ploughing Ceremony 2025 in Bangkok – Thai Traditional Ritual Explained

Labour Day in Thailand: What You Need to Know About May 1st

Labour Day in Thailand: What You Need to Know About May 1st

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Thailand: Koh Phangan’s Full Moon in May 2025

In May 2025, the moon will be full on Monday 12 May. Haad Rin will be welcoming thousands of people to celebrate. Don’t wait to book your hotel!

Thailande - May: A Month of Holidays and Public Celebrations

In Thailand, May has three public holidays:

  • Thursday 1 May: Labour Day.
  • Sunday 4 May, Monday 5 May is a public holiday. Commemoration of the coronation of Vajiralongkorn (Rama X).
  • Sunday 11 May, Monday 12 May is a public holiday. Buddhist festival: Visakha Bucha

Thailand: Towards the end of the 60-day visa waiver?

The online debate on the 60-day visa waiver for tourists in Thailand is raging, due to recent incidents involving condos illegally rented to tourists. Tourist operators are proposing to adjust the duration of the visa to reflect the average length of stay. For the moment, this is just a debate, and the government points out that the country also offers various long-stay visas for ‘quality’ visitors. The question now is what exactly constitutes a quality visitor.

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