Rule #1 in Thailand: don’t insult the king. Even the new one who spends more time in Germany than in the Kingdom. One Thai airline is in trouble now for a humorous tweet some have deemed an insult to...
Thailand Suspends Test And Go Program
Thailand is suspending its Test And Go program, but will not block visitors who have already had their application approved. Thailand Suspends Test And Go Program I traveled to Thailand under the Test & Go program last month and...
My Currency Exchange Problem In Bangkok
Unsurprisingly, there is a not a huge demand for currency exchange when foreigners are not allowed into a country. While Thailand is gradually re-opening, most currency exchanges have not. Beware of this if you need to exchange money in...
Review: Na-Oh Bangkok (L-1011 TriStar Restaurant)
I flew all the way from Los Angeles to Bangkok to dine at Na-Oh, a Lockheed L-1011 TriStar jet that has been turned into a gourmet restaurant with exquisite cuisine and a unique dystopian theme. Na-Oh Bangkok Review –...
Photo Essay: Bangkok During The Pandemic
Bangkok is one of my favorite cities, for many reasons. I love the kind people, the delicious food, and the affordability. Your dollar goes far in Bangkok and during my recent trip I was happy to see a renaissance...
Review: Hyatt Regency Bangkok
Modern and sleek, the Hyatt Regency Bangkok is a snazzy hotel adorning the Bangkok skyline. Throw in good service and and nice amenities and you have a winning combination. This review covers my recent stay. Hyatt Regency Bankgok Review...
Great Coffee In Bangkok
During my recent trip to Bangkok I enjoyed a lot of great coffee. Here are several places I highly recommend for delicious espresso drinks in the Thai capital. Best Coffee In Bangkok After being freed from quarantine, I went...
My Quarantine Experience At Hyatt Place Bangkok
I spent my “Test And Go” quarantine night at the Hyatt Place Bangkok, a budget property I have stayed at twice in the past. All things considered, I was pleased by the experience and would recommend it. Hyatt Place...
My Arrival Experience In Bangkok
I have to give Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) credit for a smooth and efficient arrivals experience despite the pandemic. I made it from my aircraft to the arrivals hall in less than 15 minutes. Arrival Experience In Bangkok BKK...
Guide: Test And Go Thailand (Exemption From Quarantine)
It is now possible for vaccinated U.S. citizens and citizens of 62 other nations to visit Thailand and avoid an extended quarantine under Thailand’s Test And Go program. This guide walks you how I prepared for my trip to...
Guide: Alternative Quarantine (AQ) Thailand
If you are unvaccinated and wish to travel to Thailand, it is possible, but you will need to quarantine for 10 days. This guide explains the Alternative Quarantine (AQ) program in Thailand. Thailand Pass Guide can help you through...
My Epic Trip To Bangkok To Dine On An L-1011 Jet!
Thailand reopened to foreign tourists this month from a handful of nations, shortening the amount of quarantine time to one day. With Thailand now open, I am jetting off to Bangkok on a wild itinerary with one overarching goal:...
Thailand Restricts Domestic Flights As COVID-19 Cases Surge
A new wave of COVID-19 hitting southeast Asia has prompted the suspension of most domestic flights in the Kingdom of Thailand. Vietnam is also restricting domestic flights. Thailand Restricts Domestic Flights In Thailand, less than 5% of residents are...
Explosion Shakes Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
An explosion at a nearby factory shook Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport early this morning. While evacuations are underway nearby, flight operations are continuing. Factory Explosion Nearby Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport The explosion occurred at about 3:00am local time at the...
Thailand Reduces Quarantine Period For Vaccinated Travelers
Starting next month, visitors to the Kingdom of Thailand who have been vaccinated will have their mandatory quarantine period halved. Thailand To Shorten Quarantine For Vaccinated Travelers At a press conference on Monday, Anutin Charnviranku, Thailand’s Public Health Minister,...
Thai Quarantine Hotel Serves Man Cockroach Leg, Sues Him For Complaining About It
The Kingdom of Thailand is again welcoming tourists, but requires incoming international travelers to quarantine for two weeks even with a negative COVID-19 test. The quality of quarantine hotels can vary greatly. One man returning from the United States...
First Tourists Arrive In Thailand
After months of closed borders, the Kingdom of Thailand has welcomed back its first group of international tourists…41 travelers from Shanghai. Thailand Reopens To Tourism These travelers obtained new 90-day visas from Thailand, called STVs or Thailand Special Tourist...
Thailand’s Absurd New Plan To Welcome Back Tourists
Oh Thailand. Such a lovely country. Such a lovely people. But its approach to tourism during the pandemic leaves me shaking my head. Thailand Plans To Resume Tourism With Many Strings Attached Thailand has been closed to international tourism...
The First Place I’ll Travel When This is Over
My mind wanders to where I’ll head when the coast is clear. There’s no question for me, it’s Thailand. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us...
Thinking About Gaggan, Returning to Bangkok
Quarantine during the coronavirus crisis has made most travellers long for the return to favorite places. For me, I’d love to return to Bangkok, Thailand and try Gaggan’s new restaurant. Here is a revisit of my experience at the...
