What are the implications of Thailand's holidays on alcohol sales and travel during Songkran?

Apr 2, 2022
3 years ago
Michael ********
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The conversation revolves around the implications of upcoming holidays in Thailand, particularly focusing on Chakri Day and the Songkran festival. Participants discuss whether these holidays will affect travel to Bangkok and if there will be any alcohol bans associated with these dates. It is clarified that alcohol bans are generally enforced only on specific Buddhist holidays and the day before elections, indicating that celebrations like Songkran do not impose such restrictions.
Оливер *********
Holidays? Alcohol ban?
Garrett ***********
@Оли***
Songkran
Оливер *********
@Garrett **********
so, no alcohol ban?
Stuart *********
@Оливер ********
Only Buddhist holidays and the day before an election are alcohol bans. Celebrating Royal days or Songkran are not.
Оливер *********
@Garrett **********
on the 6th and 13th ?
Michael ********
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@Оливер ********
6th is Chakri day to celebrate the founding of the Rama dynasty and Bangkok.
Garrett ***********
@Оли***
Preparing for Songkran.
Bruce *********
I wonder if this will affect people flying in the Bangkok on those days?
Michael ********
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@Bruce ********
No they dont close borders because its a holiday
Michael *********
Reforming them I hope! Too much corruption.
Michael *********
I believe in the goodness of Thailand and the Thai people. 🙏🏼❤️🌎
Michael *********
The whole world needs to do better
Paolo ************
Tnx
Wilmont ******
Thanks for the information
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