A survey done by the Thai Department of Livestock Development in 2016 concluded that out of the 6.7 million dogs in Thailand, 750,000 are strays. Unfortunately, this number has only risen since. In Bangkok alone, according to some estimates, there are around 100,000 and 300,000 strays. Since no one is […]
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Thailand Is Making COVID-19 Protective Gear Using Upcycled Plastic Bottles
With plenty of plastic waste and insufficient protective gear from COVID-19, Thailand is now using the trash to transform it into protective clothing for at-risk people. They’re using mostly upcycled bottles. Millions of these bottles have been shredded and turned into threads that are weaved into fabrics and eventually used […]
Thai Animal Shelter Helps Disabled Dogs to Have Better Lives
This animal shelter in Chonburi, Thailand has a special purpose-it cares for stray dogs with disabled hind legs. The shelter is run by a foundation called The Man that Rescues Dogs which was launched by Swede chef, Michael J. Baines who moved there in 2002. He explains that they don’t […]
This ‘Jungle Bubble’ in Thailand Gives You the Opportunity to Sleep Surrounded by Elephants & Looking into the Stars
Did you know that there’s a resort located in the north of Thailand called the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort where you get the best experience as close to nature as possible surrounded by stunning elephants? This resort offers bubble-like transparent domes where you can sleep under the […]
With Thailand’s Beaches Free of Tourists, Numbers of Rare Sea Turtle Nests Jump to 20-Year High
Thailand is witnessing the biggest number of rare leatherback sea turtle nets in 20 years after their popular beaches remain empty of tourists because of the coronavirus, explain environmentalists. The travel bans and the social distancing measures in Thailand have reduced the number of tourists and opened up the beaches […]
For $585 per Night, You Can Sleep in a Jungle Bubble in Thailand with Rescue Elephants Walking by
Really, could you think of a better thing than waking up in a luxury, transparent bubble surrounded by rescue elephants and amazing nature? We think the answer is clear- no way! For $585 per night for two people, you can do exactly thins- in the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp […]
Thailand Bans Plastic Bags in a Fight against Pollution
Thailand decided to start the New Year with a ban on plastic bags from major stores. This solution is a part of a campaign by the government and retailers for a complete ban in 2021 as an effort to lower the waste and debris reduction from seas. In the last […]
Tourists Urged Not To Ride Elephants In Thailand As Horrific Photos Appear
The government in Thai is urging tourists to boycott the riding of elephants after more terrible photos appeared showing animal abuse. The photos are believed to be taken in Phuket, a popular tourist destination, and show the gentle giants with blood pouring down their heads. This is probably a consequence […]