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British Influencer's Buddha Tattoo Sparks Thai Cultural Debate - video
Just who do these influencers influence?Hundreds of these empty-heads influencing even more brain-dead empty-heads. -
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Thailand Faces Backlash Over Rise of Illegal Hotel Operations
File photo for reference only. Courtesy: Wikipedia Thailand's thriving tourism industry is facing a new challenge: the surge in illegal hotel operations. Particularly in hotspots like Phuket and Bangkok, the practice of renting out residential properties as short-term lodging is raising concern. The Thai Hotels Association (THA) has highlighted this issue, pointing fingers at both foreign and local investors for circumventing the Hotel Act's regulations, which stipulate a minimum 30-day rental period for such accommodations. Recent incidents, such as the chaos caused by a foreign national in a Bangkok condo, have brought this issue into the spotlight. These short-term, daily rentals often disrupt neighbourhoods, drawing the ire of local residents and creating tensions within communities. Phuket, renowned for its upscale villas, has seen a significant portion of its luxury properties snapped up by Russian investors. Meanwhile, in Bangkok, Chinese buyers frequently scoop up entire blocks of condos, sometimes even whole villages of high-end single houses, transforming them into short-term rental hubs complete with tourist shuttle services. This rampant growth of illegal accommodations is causing alarm among tourism and hospitality professionals. Thienprasit Chaiyapatranun, president of the THA, stresses the need for stricter regulations, particularly limiting the number of properties a foreign buyer can acquire. This, he argues, would prevent the monopolisation of condo floors for illegal rental purposes, ensuring fair distribution of ownership opportunities across developments. The burden of illegal activities extends to the tourism sector's reputation. Sisdivachr Cheewarattanaporn, president of the Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta), voiced concerns over Thailand’s image as a place where money supposedly makes law-breaking possible. Weak law enforcement, he asserts, undermines confidence and safety, discouraging potential visitors in a post-pandemic tourism recovery landscape. Despite governmental crackdowns on organised crime, the anticipated rebound of Chinese tourists is not yet in full swing. Currently, daily arrivals from China are around 10,000, considerably down from the 30,000 daily visits seen in 2019. Illegal work practices among foreigners are also chewing into local job opportunities, adding another layer of complexity to the situation. In response, the government is being urged to consider reducing the visa-free stay duration from 60 to 30 days for citizens of 93 countries. This policy adjustment could help curb the influx of those leveraging lenient visa durations for unauthorised activities. However, the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s aim of attracting 8-9 million Chinese visitors this year might fall short unless these safety and regulatory challenges are adequately addressed. The rise of illegal hotel practices not only threatens the local economy but also tests the resilience of Thailand's tourism sector. With decisive action, the country hopes to protect both its communities and its cherished tourist industry, reported Bangkok Post. -- 2025-02-25 -
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British Influencer's Buddha Tattoo Sparks Thai Cultural Debate - video
I'm going to get a tattoo of yabba .with a casino and Marijuana. -
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Why on earth would you even consider paying for sex in Thailand?
It's called starting a family, that sort of thing. That's how you got here. If everyone just pumped and dumped, the human race would end. -
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Mango Madness - A Sad Lesson in Shopping at the Wet Market. Do I Really Deserve This?
Do you believe that my being stronger or faster has anything to do with my muscles in this place? Do you think that’s air you’re breathing now? Hmh... You take the blue pill, the story ends. You wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the red pill, you stay in Wonderland, and I show you how deep the rabbit hole goes. There is a difference between knowing the path and walking the path. -
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Melania Trump Shines in Stylish Tuxedo at White House Gala
A lovely lady in my opinion.
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