Thais are expected to spend around 5.2 billion baht this year during Makha Bucha Day and Valentine's Day, according to a recent survey by the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC).

Thailand’s Alcoholic Beverage Board has upheld the ban on alcohol sales during five major Buddhist holy days, with limited exceptions.

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Thailand currently bans alcohol sales from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., as well as during Buddhist holidays such as Makha Bucha Day, Visakha Bucha Day, Asarnha Bucha Day and Buddhist Lent Day.

T hais are expected to spend approximately 5.2 billion THB (US$145.6 million) this year during Makha Bucha Day and Valentine’s Day, according to a recent survey by the University of the Thai ...