Buriram News

The latest news from Buriram.

We review restaurants, bars and other nightlife while keeping you up to date with other events.We also give opinion on living, working and retiring in the province.

An English Garden Party In Thailand

To celebrate a special Birthday, Tony Murhpy, a prominent member of the Buriram Golfing Society, held an English style garden party in a far flung village way out in the sticks of Buriram. Reaching his 70th birthday, the septuagenarian hosted a picnic and barbecue extravaganza of proportions rarely seen in these parts. Once guests were…

A Visit To Muang Pizza Restaurant

Having recently returned from Pattaya, where I sampled one of the finest pizzas I have had in Thailand, I was keen to make comparison with what Buriram had to offer. In search of my goal I paid a visit to the Tulip Boutique Hotel which houses their restaurant, Muang Pizza Restaurant. Formerly known as Muang…

Buriram Supporters Hurt In Bus Crash. Players Visit Hospital.

An air-conditioned bus carrying fifty of Buriram’s Hardcore supporters crashed at 11.20 pm on Saturday night following Buriram’s 2-1 victory at Saraburi.The accident occurred in Nakon Ratchasima’s Sung Noen district on the Pak Thung Chai-Sung Noen road . The bus’ front left tyre burst,causing the bus to skid off the road and collide with a…

Information Regarding Obtaining Or Renewing Thai Retirement Visa

I have just returned from Kap Cheung Immigration where I went to renew my retirement visa. The process was not as straight forward as last time as I was informed that new regulations are now in force. Before I continue, I must stress that all the staff were friendly, helpful and they certainly were not…

A Visit To Del Boy’s Fish & Chips Café

When I first walked into De Del Boys Fish and Chip café I suddenly had the feeling of deja vu. I was taken back to a time when I used to frequent such establishments in London’s East End when on an early morning start or on my way home from an all-nighter. It has the…

Super GT To Return For Two More Years

Super GT shall be returning to Chang International Circuit for another two years it has just been announced. At a press conference earlier today Mr. Newin Chidchob, and Mr. Masaki Kondo, Chairman of GTA, confirmed an agreement between the Super GT organisation and Chang International Circuit which shall mean two more years of the the…

7/11 Electric Cars Coming in 2016

Nation wide fast food domineering company CP is to build a fleet of electric cars to transport its products throughout Thailand. Getting it’s products to 7/11 stores in the main object of the operation. Cho Thavee Dollasien, a local transport manufacturer, has struck a deal with the food giant to construct it’s e-fleet which will…

No Refusal Cabs To Hit Bangkok Streets

Coming as a relief to many, a new Taxi Service run by famous and highly reputable bus company NCA is to hit the streets of Bangkok tomorrow (Monday 27th of April). “All Thai Taxi Co” promises to never refuse any customers a ride in their cabs. 40 Toyota Hybrid Puris’s are to pilot the scheme…

Democracy Monument Being Rebuilt

Reconstruction of Buriram’s treasured Democracy Monument is well underway. The city’s symbol of free speech and the right to vote has had its initial structures already completed in front of the old city hall which itself is also undergoing some serious renovation work. In November of last year there was a degree of outrage as the…

New Buriram Promotional Video

Starring two of Buriram’s best loved characters, brothers Peter and Martin, a slick promotional video for tourism in Buriram has just been released by the highly skilled An Ant Studio’s. Featuring tourist attractions such as Phanom Rung, the short film takes you on a fantastic whirlwind tour of the city and it’s surrounding attractions. Brothers…

Exploring Buriram’s Nightlife: A Guide to the Best Evening Experiences

Thai Constitutional Court Ousts Prime Minister Srettha in Major Political Shake-Up

Two Pickup Trucks Collide In Fatal Crash In Buriram

Man Found Dead In Khon Kaen, Police Chase Killer

Road Safety Concerns Rise As Upcountry Travel Surges For Songkran

Songkran Revellers Begin Their Journeys Home From Bangkok

Thailand Revolutionises Agriculture With Nine Policies

Stormy Forecast: Thailand Braces For Thunder, Wind, And Hail

Northern Thailand Prepares For Severe Summer Storms

Udon Thani Luxury Home Ransacked By Thieves