King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists

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King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists Oct 2, 2017 13:52:47 GMT 7 mistermember likes this

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King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists

Thailand is building up to what will be a historic period with final preparations under way for the funeral of the late King. The Royal Cremation Ceremony will be held in Bangkok from October 25-29. It will be a sad time for Thai people, but the country will remain as welcoming as ever for tourists and you will still be able to enjoy your trip. Although there is no need to change travel plans, please be respectful and if you are visiting Bangkok or other areas of Thailand in October, there are some important points to be aware of.

Key dates for October 2017

October 5: Awk Phansa Buddhist holiday. Public holiday nationwide.
October 13: First anniversary of King Bhumibol’s death. Public holiday nationwide.
October 25: Funeral ceremonies for the King commence in Bangkok.
October 26: Cremation ceremony for the King. Public holiday nationwide.
October 27-29: Religious ceremonies continue in Bangkok.

www.thaizer.com/news/king-thailands-funeral-ceremony-advice-tourists/

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Soutpeel Moderators www.bigmango.club Posts: 8,048 Likes: 6,820	King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists Oct 2, 2017 13:53:14 GMT 7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Soutpeel on Oct 2, 2017 13:53:14 GMT 7 Some good advice in this link
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King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists Oct 2, 2017 15:49:13 GMT 7

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On my list of holidays for October I only have

Monday 13th - The Passing of H.M. King Bhumipol
Friday 23rd - Chulalongkorn Day

Thursday 5th is a normal working day as far as I know

Of course, National Holidays on a Saturday/Sunday are only important to me when they result in a substitute day off

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King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists Oct 2, 2017 16:04:53 GMT 7

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Post by siampolee on Oct 2, 2017 16:04:53 GMT 7

Soutpeel.

October 5: Awk Phansa Buddhist holiday. Public holiday nationwide.

I think that that particular day (End of Buddhist Lent) is an option for state workers and the workforce in general, however of course current events may well put a different focus on the matter.

Mind you as I am on holiday starting September 28th until November 1st it's one long holiday for me!!

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King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists Oct 2, 2017 16:48:06 GMT 7 siampolee likes this

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Oct 2, 2017 15:49:13 GMT 7 rubl said:

Just checked but indeed Thursday 26th I've also got a day off.

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Deleted Deleted Member Posts: 0 Likes:	King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists Oct 3, 2017 13:03:44 GMT 7 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Deleted on Oct 3, 2017 13:03:44 GMT 7 So which days can't we buy booze? It reads like we still can which is good because I'll crack a few tinnies for the king. Show my respect.
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King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists Oct 3, 2017 13:08:48 GMT 7

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Post by siampolee on Oct 3, 2017 13:08:48 GMT 7

Well perchance you are at the funeral site on the day and at the time make sure you have a lighter or a box of matches to hand. Be prepared like a Boy Scout, one never knows when such accoutrements may be needed.

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King of Thailand’s Funeral Ceremony: Advice for Tourists Oct 4, 2017 11:12:48 GMT 7 Mosha likes this

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Oct 4, 2017 0:11:40 GMT 7 Mosha said:

What days will the banks be closed?

This month at least on 13, 23, 26

A list from August:

www.bangkokbank.com/BangkokBank/AboutBangkokBank/AboutUs/CorporateProfile/BBLToday/Pages/BankHolidays.aspx

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