Nicha Vora - The Thailand Advisor (Page 3)

Bangkok’s Indian Business Boom: Hospitality & Retail Entrepreneurs Flock to the Big Mango

Indian entrepreneurs are flocking to Bangkok, transforming the hospitality, F&B, and retail landscape. Lured by record Indian tourist arrivals, visa-free travel, and affordable commercial spaces, India’s boutique hotels and restaurant brands are planting flags in Thailand’s capital

By Nicha Vora

/ 25 Oct 2025

Modern Indian restaurant in Bangkok filled with diners of various backgrounds, featuring Indian art and Bangkok city views in the background.

Thailand’s 2025 Hotel Boom: Six Cities, Six Icons Reframe the Post-Pandemic Luxury Map

Thailand’s luxury hotel scene is surging back in 2025, led by six remarkable new properties across Bangkok, Phuket, Samui, Hua Hin, Pattaya, and Chiang Mai. From urban sanctuaries to beachfront retreats, these icons are redefining post-pandemic hospitality with style, substance, and local soul.

By Nicha Vora

/ 25 Oct 2025

Thailand’s Tourism Rebound Hits Wall – First Post-Covid Dip Looms

Thailand’s post-pandemic tourism boom is suddenly stalling. For the first time since the country reopened, arrivals are set to fall year-on-year – a warning sign that missing Chinese travelers and economic headwinds are undercutting the “Land of Smiles” recovery.

By Nicha Vora

/ 25 Oct 2025

Nearly empty courtyard of Bangkok’s Grand Palace at dusk, with only a small handful of tourists and a tour guide, under golden temple roofs and a darkening sky.

Statement on the Passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, mother of His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn, passed away peacefully in Bangkok at age 93. A beloved symbol of grace, service, and devotion, she leaves a lasting legacy as the nation’s mother and guiding light. A Royal Farewell.

By Nicha Vora

/ 25 Oct 2025

Queen Sirikit married the late Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1950

Thailand Lifts Afternoon Alcohol Ban, Eyes 4AM Last Call

After 53 years, Thailand has scrapped its afternoon alcohol ban and is pushing to extend bar hours from 2 AM to 4 AM nationwide. Officials say the reforms will boost tourism and revenue — but critics warn of public health risks and shifting social norms.

By Nicha Vora

/ 25 Oct 2025

Bangkok nightlife scene in the early morning hours with neon signs and late-night crowd.

Thailand’s 3-Airport High-Speed Rail: Collapse or Reset?

Thailand’s flagship high-speed rail link connecting three airports is wobbling. If it falls, Bangkok’s mobility plans, Eastern Economic Corridor investments, and airport expansion strategies could be rewritten overnight.

By Nicha Vora

/ 24 Oct 2025

Unfinished high-speed rail tracks at dusk near Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, with planes taking off in the background.

Thailand’s Cannabis U-Turn: From Weed Wonderland to Medical Only

Thailand’s bold cannabis experiment is over. Just three years after legalizing weed, the kingdom is banning recreational use amid youth misuse and public outcry. All sales now require a doctor’s prescription—leaving a $1B industry and thousands of weed tourists in limbo.

By Nicha Vora

/ 24 Oct 2025

A cannabis flower with a Thai Flag in the background

Winter in Thailand: The Season That Makes Locals Fall in Love Again

Thailand’s “winter” isn’t cold — it’s clarity. From November to February, the heat softens, skies turn gold, and the country hums with energy. Tourists chase warmth, investors chase returns, and locals rediscover why this fleeting cool season feels like freedom itself.

By Nicha Vora

/ 22 Oct 2025

Friends sharing laughter at a rooftop beer garden in Bangkok during Thailand’s cool season, under warm tungsten lights and a hazy December night sky.

Becoming Thai: An Expat’s Guide to Citizenship

How long-term residents can turn their life in Thailand into a true home, navigating the path from visa-weary expat to naturalized Thai citizen.

By Nicha Vora

/ 21 Oct 2025

Aproud expat holding a wearing a Thai ribon at a citizenship oath ceremony in Bangkok

Don’t Get Burned: The Truth About Thailand’s Sun and Sunscreen

Thailand’s sunshine is as beautiful as it is brutal. With UV levels routinely off the charts, sunscreen isn’t just for beach days – it’s your daily armor under the Land of Smiles’ skies.

By Nicha Vora

/ 21 Oct 2025

Don’t Get Burned: The Truth About Thailand’s Sun and Sunscreen

Loy Krathong Odyssey: Chiang Mai Lanterns to Phuket Shores

From Chiang Mai’s lantern-lit skies to Phuket’s glowing beaches, experience how Thailand’s Loy Krathong festival lights up the country.

By Nicha Vora

/ 20 Oct 2025

Floating Candles during the festival of Loy Kratong in Thailand

Penny Wise, Life Foolish: Skipping Hospital for Dengue in Thailand

An alarming number of people in Thailand risk delaying or avoiding hospital care when dengue fever strikes—all to save money on medical bills. This magazine-grade deep dive reveals why that cost-cutting gamble could be deadly, and how prioritizing health over expense can literally save your life.

By Nicha Vora

/ 16 Oct 2025