Thailand is home to a fascinating rail network, with trains travelling through lush jungles and rice fields, over mountain passes and past ancient ruins and pristine coastline. Rail tourism is gaining momentum again, as Thai and foreign visitors seek out authentic travel experiences. But there is still room for improvement including better coordination between the State Railway of Thailand and the tourism ministry on promoting train travel. Delays and schedule changes due partly to Thailand&#39;s aging rolling stock are also an issue. Join us to hear from a panel of rail enthusiasts and experts: British author and Royal Geographical Society fellowMatthew Woodwardwill launch his new book &ldquo;Bang Sue Junction.&rdquo; Richard Barrow,a long-time expat and travel blogger since the 1990s. He now focuses on rail tourism and is working on his &quot;Thai Train Guide&quot; for Thailand and neighbouring countries. Rukphol Saranark,resident tour guide on the SRT Special Excursion train KiHa183. He is also the YouTube channel owner of &quot;Follow Mee,&quot; which specializes in rail travel around the world. Wanwit Neampan,known as Thailand&#39;s biggest rail fan, he now works at the Foreign Affairs Department of the State Railway of Thailand. The restaurant and bar will be open. Try our new pizzas hot from the club&rsquo;s new pizza oven.