[Opinion] Cha-am beach mulls alcohol sales on 5 Buddhist holy days to boost tourism, economy

Cha-am beach mulls alcohol sales on 5 Buddhist holy days to boost tourism, economy

PHETCHABURI - This central Thai province is considering allowing sales of spirits on Cha-am beach and nearby areas on five major Buddhist days to cater to tourists and promote the local economy.

Phetchaburi considers easing alcohol sales in Cha-Am - Hua Hin Today

Phetchaburi considers easing alcohol sales ban in Cha-Am on Buddhist holidays Officials in Phetchaburi are weighing a proposal to ease restrictions on the sale of alcoholic beverages during major Buddhist holidays in designated areas of Cha-Am Municipality, aiming to promote tourism and support the local economy. On 25 August, Deputy Governor Wanpen Mangsri, acting Governor […] The post Phetchaburi considers easing alcohol sales in Cha-Am appear…

Cha-am Beach May Allow Booze on Buddhist Holy Days

Cha-am Beach May Allow Booze on Buddhist Holy Days File photo courtesy of Wikipedia Cha-am in Phetchaburi Province is weighing up booze sales on five Buddhist holy days, aiming to draw tourists and give the local economy a lift. Deputy Provincial Governor Wanpen Mungsri announced plans to permit alcohol on Visakha Bucha, Asarnha Bucha, Makha Bucha, Buddhist Lent, and the end of Buddhist Lent days. Sales would be allowed from Ch…