Welcome To Thailander Webzine!
Who is a Thailander? A Thailander is very simply any person who likes Thailand. I coined the expression in order that we can feel we are all part of a very special group of people. And, we are special people! Don’t worry, because if you like Thailand you are automatically a Thailander. This newly launched “Thailander Webzine” will be posted in addition to my Wednesday weekly editions of Thailand Night Fever.
(The photo of Wat Arun was taken by Annie).
Welcome fellow Thailander!
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How Big Is Thailand?
Thailand has a land area of 513,115 square kilometres. Thailand is approximately the same size as France, but it’s a lot more fun!
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Mexican Fiesta At Sunrise Tacos
Cinco De Mayo, or the Fifth Of May, is a day that is celebrated all over the world. In Mexico, or wherever the culture of Mexico is celebrated, families, friends and neighbours gather to have a fiesta in honour of the event. This festival observes the 1862 victory of 4,000 ill-equipped Mexicans over 8,000 well-equipped French invaders! The battle known as the battle of Puebla took place on (you guessed it) May 5th. Today, all is forgiven, with fiestas planned in Mexico and in many communities around the world. Gringos who have little idea why they are coming to a Cinco De Mayo celebration are happy to celebrate the day and join in the fun and parties on May 5th.
Cinco De Mayo is this Monday and Sunrise Tacos is ready to give their guests a fiesta of their own! Festivities will include a giant frozen margarita with flavours of Lime, Mango and Fresh Strawberry. You also will get to keep the giant souvenir glass! This Margarita by-the-yard (800 ml or 27 ounce) glass comes with three shots of tequila and one shot of triple sec, along with the freshly squeezed juice for only 199 Baht + Vat. (50% off the price at Sukhumvit Soi 12). This offer is valid on Monday, May 5th at the Sukhumvit Soi 12 and Siam Paragon branches. Cheers!
To celebrate this fun holiday and all the tasty meals that go with it, for every 500 Baht your party spends on food at Sunrise Tacos that day, you will get one FREE “I Love Tacos” or “I Love Burritos” shirt (valued at 250 Baht). This offer is valid for the Emporium, Siam Paragon and Sukhumvit Soi 12 locations, and is valid on Monday when you call for delivery at 02-229-4851 or order online at - http://www.chefsxp.com/home.php?manufacturers_id=98.
You will be pleased to know that the restaurant, delivery service and takeaway service is 24 hours a day.
Mexican food is a huge part of celebrating Cinco De Mayo, so be sure to celebrate it at Sunrise Tacos, for one of the biggest fiestas of the year.
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Pattaya Bars Are Closed Tomorrow
Sorry to have to tell you this news, but the bars in Pattaya are CLOSED tomorrow. Unfortunately, Saturday, May 3rd coincides with the local elections in Pattaya. I want you guys to be aware of this, so that you can plan accordingly. Also, you need to know that this only affects the Pattaya nightspots. The rest of Thailand’s nightspots remain unaffected on May 3rd.
The decision to close the bars in Thailand, because of the local elections is a strange one to say the very least. However, fighting it is futile and furthermore, trying to understand it is impossible! We can’t do anything about it, so we might as well learn to live with it.
Late Closing Hours Reinstated In Pattaya
The good news for Pattaya is that the authorities have reinstated the late closing hours. Once again, the Pattaya go-go bars can stay open until at least 3:00am and some of the discos and clubs are open until cockcrow.
The situation in Bangkok is also changing. A nightclub owner told me that his club can now stay open until 2:00am. They were being closed at midnight. I dare say that nightclubs across Thailand have lost a lot of money.
HOORAY! Bangkok nightspots including Nana Plaza can now stay open until at least 2:00am. About time too!
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Dave The Rave’s Birthday Bash
I have to say that my birthday bash on Wednesday, April 30th was very enjoyable this year. I was given a lovely birthday cake from Angelwitch Go-Go Bar (coffee flavour), plus a bottle of JW Black Label, a bottle of tequila, plus a special present from Matt and Pim, the co-owners of Angelwitch. My friends surprised me with presents, which included a super Manchester United T-shirt from Leigh. I was also given a special bottle of Crown Royal whisky from Mr Ed my webmaster. There were lots of drinks and not forgetting plenty of hugs and kisses from the girls in Angelwitch. Considering it is low season, I was very grateful that so many guys made a special visit to Angelwitch for my birthday. In addition, my phone was full of SMS messages and I have a backlog of emails to work through. I was touched by your kindness. This was one of the best birthdays I have ever had. I wish to thank you all for making my 45th birthday so special. Cheers!
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Check Out The New Pages
For those that may have missed the post, I have added some new pages. You can view the new pages on the Contents Page.
Thanks for visiting. Reporting live from the heart of Thailand…
Dave The Rave
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