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Thailand set to allow limited alcohol sales on Buddhist holidays

Thailand is set to allow limited sales of alcohol on Buddhist holidays to attract tourists, according to Deputy Prime Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong.
This change may take effect before the Buddhist holiday on May 11, subject to a 15-day public hearing process.
Approved venues for alcohol sales include international airports, hotels, and tourist sites, according to the cabinet decision.
Bars are often closed on religious holidays, surprising tourists seeking cold drinks.

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South China Morning Post

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Thailand set to allow limited alcohol sales on Buddhist holidays

Tourists are often surprised to find bars shut on religious holidays. Now Thailand plans to allow alcohol sales at some locations and events.

1 month ago·Hong Kong

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Toronto Sun

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Thailand set to let tourists buy alcohol on Buddhist holidays

The government plans to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages in legally designated zone.

1 month ago·Toronto, Canada

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Bangkok Post

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Thailand proposes limited alcohol sales on Buddhist holidays

Thailand is preparing to allow limited sales of alcohol on Buddhist holidays to cater to tourists, the latest step in a campaign to attract more overseas visitors.

1 month ago·Bangkok, Thailand

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The Straits Times

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Thailand will let tourists drink alcohol on Buddhist holidays

The government plans to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages in legally designated zones. Read more at straitstimes.com.

1 month ago·Singapore

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Bloomberg

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Thailand Set to Let Tourists Drink Alcohol on Buddhist Holidays

Thailand is preparing to allow limited sales of alcohol on Buddhist holidays to cater to tourists, the latest step in the country’s effort to woo more overseas visitors.

1 month ago·United States

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Curly Tales

No More Dry Days? Thailand Considers Lifting Alcohol Ban On Buddhist Holidays

Thailand is set to relax its rigorous alcohol laws by allowing restricted sales during Buddhist holidays. This move is intended to enhance the tourists’ experience without compromising cultural responsiveness. Thailand’s new alcohol ban policy may come into effect before May 11, signalling a change in how the country caters to international tourists. Thailand’s Alcohol Ban Policy: What’s Changing? Image Courtesy: Canva (For Representation) Thail…

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