VinceAU Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 I'll be in Bangkok on holiday on Wednesday 12 October, which I understand is a holiday celebrating the end of Buddhist Lent. I heard that "everything" shuts down on Thai holidays, but does this refer to just places that sell alcohol, or all shops and businesses? How is the tourist area affected; tours and suchlike? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Familyonthemove Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Only the bars close (and not all bars .... hotels bars stay open and some pubs switch to paper cups which somehow makes it OK to stay open). Shops never close in Bangkok! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allane Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 This day is NOT a statutory holiday. I think everything should be open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GamLing Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 This day is NOT a statutory holiday. I think everything should be open. Yes, this is true. The start of the Buddhist Lent (Khao Pansa) in July is more important to some Thais..... even then it's still not a statutory holiday. The full moon in October marks the end of the Buddhist Lent (Ork Pansa) and it's business as usual..... everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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