I think there's a strong likelihood of casinos in tourist areas soon. But, as in Cambodia, I'm sure there'll be off limits for locals unless they work there.
Not really just a Bangkok problem - most parts of Thailand are affected at cetain times of the year, as is most of Asia. Still, keeps social media busy.
How can the Norwegian Embassy hold her passport for a year! As a Laotian she needs her passport for Extensions, 90-day reports etc and for ID purposes while living in Thailand.
Define "date". Surely, it means go out for dinner or a movie with a girl? Or in the muddled world of some BMs, does it mean have sex with a prostitute but not pay her?