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Thailand · Culture & traditions
Thai amulets: why you don’t “buy” them
On taxi drivers’ necks, on dashboards, in dedicated markets: what phra khrueang are, why you “rent” them, and the customs if you wear one.
Thailand · Visas & paperwork
Thailand’s visa exemption: 60 days today, 30 tomorrow — where do things really stand?
The cut to 30 days is approved but not yet in force. What actually changes, who is affected, and how to check for yourself.
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