Flood protection in Thailand: construction and drainage plans

Flood protection in Thailand: conceptual illustration of a drainage channel and coastal structures.

Flood protection in Thailand: channel budget of more than 160 billion baht, an eight-year timeline, financing preparation and completed clearing of channels in the south.

Floods in Thailand: roads and help for residents today

Photo: floods in Thailand — water on the street of the old Kabinburi market, residents lifting belongings to higher ground

Floods in Thailand: rain forecast for November 9–13, road checks, assistance and insurance payouts. Terms for applications. Updated November 9, 2026.

Protest convoy in Thailand: arrival and road closures

Protest convoy in Thailand on the road: illustration of vehicles gathering before the trip to Bangkok

A protest convoy in Thailand has arrived in Bangkok. Which road closures have been announced at Government House and what to consider before traveling. Updated November 9.

Freedom Beach: demolition of structures has begun, what is known about access

Demolition order for structures along the trail to Freedom Beach in Phuket, against a backdrop of cliffs and tropical greenery

Freedom Beach in Phuket: demolition of structures has begun. What is known about the temporary ban on entry and swimming, free access, and reference prices for boat trips.

Chemical Leak: New Inspections and Health Screenings in Prachinburi

Chemical leak in Prachinburi: illustrative image of an industrial site and containment booms on floodwater

Chemical leak in Prachinburi: discussion of a pollution control zone, water samples, and health screening of 613 residents. What the agencies report and recommend for residents.

Heavy Rain in Thailand: Warning for November 9 to November 13

Heavy rain in Thailand: illustration of Phuket's rainy coastline with dark clouds and waves at the shore

Heavy Rain in Thailand: Warning for November 9 to November 13, flood risk in the south, and waves above 2 meters during thunderstorms. The forecast was updated on November 9, 2026.

On the Thailand–Myanmar Border: Fighting and Bridge Operations near Mae Sot

Fighting on the Thailand–Myanmar border: a Thai soldier at a checkpoint near a border village in Tak Province

On the Thailand–Myanmar border: what is known about the fighting near Mae Sot, trade restrictions, and bridge operations. Government measures and emergency numbers for travelers.

Power outlets in Thailand: adapters and charging devices at the hotel

Power outlets in Thailand: adapter, charger and cables for phone and laptop in a hotel room

Power outlets in Thailand: which plugs fit and what to check when charging. How to choose an adapter, put together a kit for gadgets, and confirm the room’s equipment.

What Is Not Allowed in Thailand: Vapes, Cannabis, and Alcohol — 2026

What Is Not Allowed in Thailand: a traveler's guide to vapes, medical cannabis, and buying alcohol

What Is Not Allowed in Thailand: the vape ban, Thai prescription rules for cannabis, rules for cannabis sweets, and alcohol sales hours. A traveler’s guide for November 2026.

Lost passport in Thailand: what to do and where to turn

Lost passport in Thailand: a tourist prepares documents to apply to the Russian consulate and return home

Lost passport in Thailand: how to report to the police and the Russian consulate. Documents for the return certificate (SNV) and questions before departure. Information from official sources.