Afternoon Tea with the MOTS Minister In Remembrance of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej 1927 - 2016
Mourning Period
Princess Ubolratana…Sharing Period
Distributed food packs and drinks to people awaiting outside the Grand Palace
H.R.H. Soamsavali…Sharing Period
Cooked fried chicken for people awaiting outside the Grand Palace
Thai Government …Sharing Period
Thai Government …Sharing Period
Thai Government …Sharing Period
Thai People…Sharing Period
Thai People…Sharing Period
Thai People…Sharing Period
Thai People…Sharing Period
Tourist … Sharing Period
Tourist … Sharing Period
Tourist … Sharing Period
Tourist … Sharing Period
Respectable Attire with Black Ribbons
Tourist Police… Sharing Period
Call 1155
Recommendations for Visitors to Thailand Oct 14-Nov13, 2016
Recommendations for Visitors to Thailand The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to advise the following during this time of sadness for the Thai people
• Most mourners in the country will be dressed in black or white clothing as a display of the reverence to our Beloved King and as part of Thai culture, but this is not mandatory, especially for visitors. • Tourists should kindly wear appropriate and respectable attire in public. • Visitors should refrain from conducting any inappropriate or disrespectful behavior.
Recommendations for Visitors to Thailand The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to advise the following during this time of sadness for the Thai people
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The Government has asked for the cooperation from entertainment venues to refrain from conducting any boisterous performances. Meetings, receptions and other related occasions taking place within the premises can be held as usual, but may be adjusted in appropriateness as a mark of respect for the mourning period. Most of the traditional, religious and cultural events including MICE and weddings will be taking place as usual, although the celebrations may be changed for appropriateness as a mark of respect, or the events may be dedicated to the memory of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Recommendations for Visitors to Thailand The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to advise the following during this time of sadness for the Thai people
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Tourist attractions will be open as usual with the exception of Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) and the Grand Palace, as they will be the venue of the Royal Funeral Rites (will re-open on 1 November 2016). All transport, banks, shopping areas, hospitals and other public services will be operating as usual. We would like to recommend that any visitors with travel or tourism plans reconfirm with agents and check local media regularly as well as follow the advice of the local authorities for announcements and updates.
Recommendations for Visitors to Thailand The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to advise the following during this time of sadness for the Thai people
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Many people will be travelling from the provinces to Bangkok during the mourning period to pay their respects to the King. This may cause some congestion in certain parts of the city as well as to commuters. Visitors planning travel and trips should stay updated via the local media about road closures or delays. Due to the commuting of the people during this time, the safety and security measures for all Thais and visitors is a major priority of the related authorities. For any enquiries, please contact our TAT domestic and overseas offices or the TAT Call Centre Tel.: 1672.
Recommendations for Visitors to Thailand
For any enquiries, please contact our TAT domestic offices or Tel.
1672.
Schedule for the 100-day Royal Funeral Rites
At Dusit Maha Prasat Hall 19th – 20th October 2016 7 days 27th – 28th October 2016
15 days
1st – 2nd December 2016
50 days
20th – 21st January 2017
100 days
29th October 2016 – 21st January 2017
Pay respect before the Royal Urn
Dress Code For paying respect before H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s Royal Urn at Dusit Maha Prasat Hall (Starts from 29th October 2016 onward) White shirt with black tie/Black shirt/Black suit
Black trouser (normal fit)
Court shoe
Black shirt (normal fit)/No sleeveless or slim fit shirt/Black suit
Knee length skirt or dress
Court shoe
*Sandals must be taken off before entering the hall
Dress Code for Mourning Period Thai Government Officials/Civil Servant / State Enterprise Employee
Thai General Public
Mourning Attire 1 Year
Normal Clothing after 30 Days
Men : Uniform or White Shirt and Black Tie , Pants , Jacket
( 13 November 2016 ) but many mourners will continue to be dressed in Black ,White or Sombre Color
Women : Uniform or All Black Attire
Tourist/Expat
Normal Clothing
If possible wear Sombre and Respectful clothings in public. Black ribbon can be worn to show the respect spirit
* The following should be avoided as it is considered impolite and disrespectful: Sleeveless shirt/tank top/strapless/shorts/ripped jeans/above the knee length skirt
Black Ribbons at Immigration Counters
Businesses Operated as Usual • Restaurant/Bar/Pub & Restaurant: Alcohol can be served/ Live music can be performed • Night Club: Dance floor can be opened • Shows: Siam Niramitr/ Phuket Fantasy/ Tiffany/ Al Casa • Theme Park: Santorini/ Cartoon Network/ Vana Nava/ Safari World/Dream World • Market: Jatujak/ Floating Market/Rod Fai Market/Yaowarat Food Market • Rachadumnoen Boxing Stadium Any enquiry, please contact Ministry of Culture Hotline: 1765
Sports Tourism Activities Operated as Usual • Sports Events : World Events : Air Race (Nov 27) 1, World Jet Ski (Dec 3-6) , International Events : Phuket Laguna Marathon Triathlon (Nov 20), Chiangmai Marathon (Dec 18), Bangkok Marathon (Feb 5, 2017) National Events : 33rd National Youth Games “Chumporn-Ranong Games” (Mar 16-26, 2017) 45th National Games “Songkla Games” (Jun 2017) National Handicapped Games “ Samila Games” (Jul 20-24,2017)
Any enquiry, please contact Ministry of Culture Hotline: 1765
Tourism Activities Operated as Usual • Cultural Events : / Live music can be performed • Festival Events : Loy Krathong (Nov 14), Long Boat Racing (OctNov), Surin Elephants Fair, New Year Event, Chinese New Year (Jan 25-28, 2017), Thai New Year “Songkarn” (Apr 13-16, 2017) • Religious Events : Chak Pra (Oct 17), Krathin Ceremony (Oct 17Nov 18), Christmas • Others Events: 3rd Thailand Tourism Festival (Jan 2017), Valentine’s Day (Feb 14, 2017)
• H.M. the King Route : Discover 70 Ways of King Any enquiry, please contact Ministry of Culture Hotline: 1765
Life goes on ...
Life goes on…..Phuket
Life goes on…..Phuket
Life goes on…..Chiangmai
Life goes on…..Pattaya
Life goes on…..Pattaya
Life goes on…..Pattaya
Life goes on…..Nakon Phanom
Life goes on…..Kumpangpech
Life goes on…..Sukhothai
Chak Pra Festival @ Surat… End of Buddist Lent (Oct 17,2016)
H.R.H. Sirindhorn
Chulalongkorn University Graduation Ceremony (October 20 ,2016)
Triathlon: Challenge Kanchanaburi (Oct 23, 2016) • • •
1,000 Participants 60% are from overseas Up to 50 million Baht revenue generated
Triathlon: Challenge Kanchanaburi ( Oct 23, 2016)
Loy Krathong ( Nov 14, 2016 )
Phuket Laguna Marathon (Nov 20, 2016)
Princess’s Cup
( Nov 25-27,2016)
Air Race 1 (Nov 27,2016)
Jet Ski World Cup 2016 (Dec 3-6,2016)
Chiang Mai Marathon 2016 (Dec 18, 2016)
3rd Thailand Tourism Festival 2017
Bangkok Marathon 2016
(Feb 5,2017)
Upcoming MICE 23rd – 27th Oct. 2016 The 21st Conference on Electric Power Supply Industry
13th – 19th Nov. 2016 11th World Conference on the International Ombudsman Institute
6th – 12th Nov. 2016 2nd World Irrigation and 67th International Executive Council
14th – 16th Nov. 2016 10th International Petroleum Technology Conference
12th
15th
– Nov.2016 The 21st Asia Pacific Society of Respirology 2016
5th – 8th Dec. 2016 29th Congress of the international Society of Sugar Cane Technologies
Discover 70 Ways of King
Come to Salute H.M. the King Memories
Come to Salute H.M. the King Teachings
Come to DISCOVER THAINESS
Next Step of Thailand... Following H.M. The King Bhumibol's Teaching
I hear Thailand crying Crying from the loss of their Soul. I hear Thailand mourning Mourning of the loss of their united Goal. King of Kings Bhumibol…Power of the Land Has been more than King of people But King of Hearts of all.
His 70 years of hard work To bring up our Country and develop our Land No one knows every inch of our Country soil than Him He had travelled much to learn with great care. He had developed every corner of the country To help the less fortunate to stand on their feet To bring Honour and Joy to their life To make People feel proud of being Thai.
H.M. The King’s Great Teaching "Sufficency Economy" has been embedded in our spirit How to grow with Sustainability Every one must take duty to take care of Business, Environment and Community With Integrity and Life Long Learning.
We....the Thai Citizen of King Bhumibol Have pledged to carry on H.M. Teaching to live and care for others To stand on our feet and walk with neighbouring friends Uphold Thainess and our Spirit of "Friendship" and "Region Unity" Leaving no one behind to go stronger together Grow our Nation by our hands, heads and hearts to attain Sustainability.
Following Our Father’s Footsteps. Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul
