Reminder: July 10-11, Banks & immigration closed - MAYBE no alcohol

[Gaybutton]

There are 2 major Buddhist holidays, Thursday, July 10 and Friday, July 11. Banks and government offices, including immigration, will be closed.

Both days are listed as no alcohol days, but with changing rules in place, I'm not so sure. I suggest asking the bars before those days and have them tell you their plans - and then, if you don't mind, tell us whether the bars will be open, but serving only non-alcoholic drinks, open and serving alcohol, or will be closed. Please let us know what you find out.

[Jun]

There was at least one no alcohol day on my "winter" holiday. I had a look around Jomtien & all the bars were closed.
I also don't recall seeing a noticeable increase in boys on the apps, although only had a quick look as I had already made arrangements.

Now have the rules for "tourist zones" changed yet, or is it still talk ?

[Gaybutton]

Now have the rules for "tourist zones" changed yet, or is it still talk ?

I don't know. I've seen the usual conflicting reports, so I suppose the bars have the latest rules - which of course can change at any moment.

My guess is during those two days either the bars will be closed or will be open, but serving non alcoholic drinks. That's why I'm hoping someone going to the bars will find out what the bars are saying and will let us know.