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6 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

I was told last night that the police were carrying out breathalyser checks on Saturday.

Probably a good idea.

The checkpoint was at Central Festival - by the roundabout. (Also checking for helmets but that is quite common there.)

This is the first time that I have heard of breathalysers being used on Samui, but then again, I am a bit of a hermit.

Moral of the story - do not drink and drive folks.

once saw them about 8 or 9 years ago on I think NYE on the entrance to soi reggae

5 hours ago, Nick Carter icp said:

Things like this happen the World over , just incase you are about to go into *All Thai men are blah blah blah * mode

nah, not where Im from it doesnt. or at least not with teh alarming regularity that it happens here in the land of such beautiful smiles.

but thanks for your input.

If you get a Bangkok Airways resident discount card, one way flights to BKK are 2750, which is very reasonabale. So ignore the grumpy old sods who say its expensive transport.

Samui is a fabulous place to live, for all ages.

what a beautiful story, and what a fabulous young boy. I hope Karma gives back to him in multpiles.

but how old is this video? they are all wearing masks.

On 4/10/2023 at 11:17 PM, Tropicalevo said:

I did find two places that sold them.

1 by the traffic lights at fisherman's village. Driving from Chaweng to Maenam - immediately before the lights on the left. Have to park on the pavement.

2 was between the lights and Maenam Post Office (I think). On the other side of the road.

They elephant one at 1 looked drunk and the one at 2 was too heavy to move. You haver to move them as the sun is not in the same place in the sky all day. ????

Both shops had other designs, but for personal reasons I want an elephant one.

I will head to Nathon and further afield when I have some free time. Still lots of guests here.

Thanks for the info. 

Did you notice the prices?

KPG, no.

I would advise a jolly over to Samui and take it to Central Dept. Store to the watch department there. 

However be prepared for them probably wanting to send it off, rather than deal with it themselves (just an opinion).

On 3/30/2023 at 3:08 PM, Tropicalevo said:

Thank you khunPer.

 

I will go for a little scoot around when I have a moment. I do not head in that direction very often and when I do I am too busy watching the damm traffic.

evo, did you find one of these? I am looking to replace mine also.

On 4/4/2023 at 2:11 PM, khunPer said:

Way 2, a new nightclub

 

In Chaweng Beach's Green Mango-area a new night club named "Way 2" will open next Saturday. It's built in the parking lot behind former Black Club. The manager in Green Mango Club told me that they seems to be aiming on the same Thai-audience as former Black, with an indoor airconditioned venue.

 

Still under construction view from outside...

 

 

Bar installation and light check last night about 2 am...

 

This place opened a few nights ago. Aimed at the Thai audience.

It should get a bit more quiet a few days after the Full Moon Party, which is on 07/03.

On 2/14/2023 at 10:56 PM, khunPer said:

I have always been charged 500 baht for a residence certificate, I have never heard anybody saying it's free on Samui...????

I had 4 in December, on 3 separate oocassions, all F.O.C.

I was pleasantly surprised also.

Residence certs have been free in Samui for the last 3 or 4 months. Prior to that there was a 500 baht charge.

The last time I got one was about 2 weeks ago, free of charge.

191 police and excise officials. Really? Do they think that was quite enough? Why not go for a round 200?

14 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

And they are reducing the number of Sailings.

I am told that this is in response to the governor telling them NOT to increase prices.

it sounds like a bit of a mexican standoff to me

20 hours ago, khman said:

Hi, may I ask how much is a click? I paid mine 3000 for 1 month but I was in a hurry so couldn't compare.

I think it's maybe a bit expensive as a 2nd hand click worths 12000 or so...

If I remember well 2 years ago it was 4000 for a pcx, but not sure.

 

Thanks!

Anything from 2500-3500/month, or 200-350/day for a nice Click 125cc.

The costs of all vehicles, both brand new and 2nd hand has gone up massively in recent times.
Go to Honda and try to find one brand new. You will be told to come back in 4-6 months.

This is turn has affected teh 2nd hand market. Most people are asking almost new price for 2 to 4 year old bikes.

You will not find a click worht driving for 12,000 baht, I can assure you.

Ive seen various of your posts. You really need to stop comparing 2 years ago to now. The world is a different place, and so in Samui/Thailand. Inflation is real.

On 6/5/2022 at 4:49 PM, Hazlehud said:

Can anyone send me a contact for the scooter rentals as well? I am looking for a monthly rental as well.

PM sent

8 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

Direct flights with Cambodia Airways - Koh Samui/Phnom Penh started this month.

Let's hope that it is a success. Useful for a short break away now and again.

5500+ each way, so I cant see it being that successful.

The best place to look is in Facebook marketplace. Also various local Samui Facebook groups. You will find an endless list of properties for rent there.

Contact Dean at Phoenix Bar in Maenam, he has many things for sale.