PoorSucker Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 My wife heard that there is no sale of alcohol 14-16 Oct. This because of the royal cremation. She asked me if this is only limited to Bangkok or enforced country wide. First I here about this, anyone else here anything? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 My wife heard that there is no sale of alcohol 14-16 Oct.This because of the royal cremation. She asked me if this is only limited to Bangkok or enforced country wide. First I here about this, anyone else here anything? I believe it's November. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funfun Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 My wife heard that there is no sale of alcohol 14-16 Oct.This because of the royal cremation. She asked me if this is only limited to Bangkok or enforced country wide. First I here about this, anyone else here anything? I believe it's November. i heard a bit yesterday but im sure it was somthing about the end of buddist lent or somthing on them lines, however we have not been told not to sell alcohol yet??????? chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyFriendsBar Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 As far as I know only today 14/10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 The cremation ceremony in November has nothing to do with Bhuddist lent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoorSucker Posted October 14, 2008 Author Share Posted October 14, 2008 OK, thanks. The rumor is about 14-16 Nov. Anyone know anything or is at usual that police comes with police orders the day before Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 OK, thanks.The rumor is about 14-16 Nov. Anyone know anything or is at usual that police comes with police orders the day before Apparently, the 16th is the most important day so I would envision a ban (if one at all) from 6pm on the 15th till midnight on the 16th, but we will have to see as the date nears. It's a big deal and I know that many businesses are not holding any type of celebratory events around this date so a booze ban could very likely be on the cards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PoorSucker Posted October 14, 2008 Author Share Posted October 14, 2008 It would be nice to know in advance. If we have to close for 3 days then the staff can plan for a vacation better. I just hate it when the orders come the day before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gumballl Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 The ban does not apply to poor rural folks running small businesses. My wife just returned with sip khaphong beer chang. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilHarries Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 The no alcohol on a Buddhist holiday thing was always left to the discretion of the restaurant/bar/shop owner but since the Yubumrang mafiosa moved in it may be applied regardless of the feelings of the people. Anyone know if his decree has been made law? For the funeral, given the respect shown by most Thais for the royal family, I'd expect a shutdown to be enforced fairly strictly. For any farang in Thailand at the time it's not unreasonable to be expected to show a bit of restraint and respect at that time. As for notice, don't hold your breath these people make it up as they go along and an hour is about the furthest ahead they are capable of planning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuestHouse Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 For any farang in Thailand at the time it's not unreasonable to be expected to show a bit of restraint and respect at that time. Agree entirely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britmaveric Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 As usual there will be places that will serve as they always do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bravingbangkok Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 For any farang in Thailand at the time it's not unreasonable to be expected to show a bit of restraint and respect at that time. Agree entirely. I second that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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