{"id":97,"date":"2026-09-08T19:18:28","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T17:18:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/?page_id=97"},"modified":"2026-09-12T21:15:59","modified_gmt":"2026-09-12T19:15:59","slug":"thailand-april-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/index.php\/travel\/thailand-april-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Thailand April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ThaiLux-Page-Thailand-April-2026-Golden-Hour-by-the-Chao-Phraya-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ThaiLux-Page-Thailand-April-2026-Golden-Hour-by-the-Chao-Phraya-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/thailux.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ThaiLux-Page-Thailand-April-2026-Golden-Hour-by-the-Chao-Phraya-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/thailux.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ThaiLux-Page-Thailand-April-2026-Golden-Hour-by-the-Chao-Phraya-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/thailux.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ThaiLux-Page-Thailand-April-2026-Golden-Hour-by-the-Chao-Phraya.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">A Journey for Family, Friends and Marriage<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Luxembourg to Thailand \u2014 April 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey to Thailand in April 2026 is different from the previous journeys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This time, the journey is not only about travelling to see each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A wedding ceremony is planned near the hometown of my girlfriend&#8217;s parents in Isaan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Relatives and friends from Luxembourg are invited to join us for this special event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey becomes about family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friendship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And marriage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Choosing a Different Route<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this journey, my original flight connection through Zurich would mean waiting approximately five hours at Zurich Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I do not want to spend such a long time waiting between flights, so I begin looking for alternatives with airlines other than Lufthansa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After comparing ticket prices and schedules, I decide to book Turkish Airlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As events later develop, this turns out to be a very lucky choice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Travel Difficulties for Family and Friends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of our relatives book flights with connections through Doha or Abu Dhabi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Later, the conflict between Iran and the United States escalates, and flights with connections in the Middle East are cancelled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other relatives and friends book flights through Munich.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They do not experience problems travelling to Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the return journey later becomes more complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lufthansa decides to stop the operations of Lufthansa CityLine, and flights from Munich to Luxembourg are cancelled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of my relatives need to return from Munich through Frankfurt before continuing to Luxembourg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey becomes much longer, and instead of arriving home in the morning, they arrive in the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friends face a similar situation and need to travel from Munich through Zurich before continuing to Luxembourg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My own route through Istanbul turns out to be much more fortunate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Luxembourg to Istanbul<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey begins at Luxembourg Airport on 1 April 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The flight departs at 10:20 with Turkish Airlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The destination is Istanbul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheduled arrival is 14:50.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Istanbul Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Istanbul Airport, the connection is relatively straightforward for my journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The passport scanning process has already been completed at Luxembourg Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I arrive at the same terminal from which my next flight to Bangkok departs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I only need to walk to the correct gate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next flight departs at 16:30 with Turkish Airlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The destination is Bangkok.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Arrival in Bangkok<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheduled arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is 2 April 2025 at 05:45.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After arriving at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, I again take the airport train from the international gates to the main building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the way to passport control, I change my clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After passport control, I collect my luggage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My girlfriend is again waiting for me at the airport exit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">A Different eSIM Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this journey, I try to buy the same 60-day tourist AIS eSIM online in Luxembourg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, this option is no longer available online in the same way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I can buy a 30-day option online and then purchase additional data or days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the meantime, I have started using Revolut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I use Revolut to exchange euros into Thai baht during the months before the journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I also use it to send money to my girlfriend for paying some wedding expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through Revolut, I am able to purchase a 60-day data eSIM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlimited data is not available, so I choose a package with 100 GB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The eSIM requires roaming to be activated in Thailand, which makes me believe that the service is not provided directly by a national Thai mobile operator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with my previous journeys, purchasing an eSIM before departure is more expensive than buying a local prepaid SIM card in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the advantage remains important to me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the eSIM is activated before boarding, I can use the internet shortly after landing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-5249bbc0 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div style=\"width: 450px;\" class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-left wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/index.php\/practical-info\/esim\/\">\ud83d\udcf1 Internet And eSIM<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Money and Travel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I again exchange money at Superrich exchange offices or counters in shopping centres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based on my personal experience, I compare the available rates and generally find them more favourable than the bank rates I compare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I again observe that 100-euro banknotes can receive a slightly better exchange rate than 50-euro banknotes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My girlfriend picks me up at the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We drive together from the airport to Bangkok.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once again, travelling with someone who speaks Thai makes travelling easier, especially outside the larger cities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Our Journey Through Thailand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The route we travel and the places where we stay are shown on our TravelMap.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<style data-wp-block-html=\"css\">\n.travelmap-container-202604 {\n width: 100%;\n height: 550px;\n overflow: hidden;\n}\n\n.travelmap-container-202604 iframe {\n width: 100%;\n height: 100%;\n border: 0;\n display: block;\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 767px) {\n .travelmap-container-202604 {\n  height: 70vh;\n  min-height: 450px;\n }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"travelmap-container-202604\">\n <iframe src=\"https:\/\/thailux.travelmap.net\/thailand-04-2026\" allowfullscreen=\"\" title=\"Thailand April 2026 TravelMap\">\n <\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Family, Friends and Memories<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This journey creates many memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It brings together relatives and friends from Luxembourg with family in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are emotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And eventually, there are goodbyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey is not simply another holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It becomes one of the most important chapters in our story.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-5249bbc0 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div style=\"width: 450px;\" class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-left wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/index.php\/marriage\/our-wedding-story\/\">\ud83d\udc91 Our Wedding Story<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Returning to Europe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eventually, it is also time for me to say goodbye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the security check at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, I take the airport train from the main building to the international gates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The flight departs from Bangkok on 4 May 2026 at 22:45 with Turkish Airlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The destination is Istanbul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheduled arrival is 5 May 2026 at 04:45.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Again, I notice that a departure delay does not necessarily result in an equally delayed arrival.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Istanbul Airport in the Early Morning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Istanbul Airport, many shops are closed in the early morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When leaving the aircraft and continuing towards Europe, I need to pass through security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For that reason, I again recommend not buying or filling a bottle of water before knowing whether another security check will be required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The flight to Luxembourg departs at 07:05.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The aircraft is parked outside the terminal because this is its first flight of the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Passengers therefore travel from the gate to the aircraft by bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheduled arrival at Luxembourg Airport is 09:55.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">One Disappointment with the Return Flight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One negative point from my experience with Turkish Airlines concerns the aircraft used between Bangkok and Istanbul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The announced Airbus aircraft is replaced by an older Boeing aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In my experience, the aircraft has some problems with the seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is simply my personal experience from this particular flight.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Back in Luxembourg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To avoid high parking costs at Luxembourg Airport, I take the tram towards Luxexpo in Luxembourg-Kirchberg and continue home by bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey is over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But another important chapter is waiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Later in 2026, my girlfriend returns to Luxembourg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This time, our civil marriage is waiting.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-5249bbc0 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div style=\"width: 450px;\" class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-left wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/thailux.eu\/index.php\/marriage\/our-wedding-story\/\">\ud83d\udc91 Our Wedding Story<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-5249bbc0 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div style=\"width: 450px;\" class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-left wp-element-button\" 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