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Makes sense. Yes, my architect mentioned a number little more than one meter – so 42" – when we two days ago were talking about renewing my own 2nd floor balcony railing in my private house, which I originally had made as 80 centimeters (32"), 13 years ago. I had however designed my 3rd floor railing made as meter (40").

It's unfortunately not the first time somebody falls out from a balcony due to a low railing in Thailand, which might be as low as 50-60 centimeters instead of 80-90 centimeters that suits most Westerners. Architects today recommend to make one meter high railings on balconies used by Westerners.

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The power dropped a number of times for seconds in the Maenam area between 7 pm and 8 pm, but got stable again and keep running until I "dropped" some hours into this year...????

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Good, I have the cheapest available for around 600 baht per month, which is 1Gbit/200Mbit fiber...

The list from October this year that includes the non-OA insurance... I didn't use the appointment system, I'm not sure if it works or not – you'll probably just be seated with a queue-number like everybody else, and asked to wait while they check your documents, until you get a new number and a date to return to pick up your passport. If your papers are in order, it's not that bad...????

The short answer is no. A better location for snorkeling is Koh Phangan or Koh Tao, but newer condo – or condo at all – might not be available; however you could find some interesting snorkeling spot on the southern part of Samui, which are not close to what you asks for, but there might be a 7-Eleven shop within healthy walking distance. A condo is not easily found as we mainly stay in bungalows by the beach or nearby a beach on Samui and her sister islands; however, nice bungalows are easily found within walking distance to a good beach, smaller supermarket like Mini BigC or Lotus's Go Fresh, and a gym. For snorkeling among corals and tropical fish you might need a trip by speed boat to an optimal location in a remote bay; "The Japanese Garden" by Koh Nangyuan is for example a perfect spot. Beach suggestions: Crystal Bay in healthy walking distance from Lamai – some snorkeling might be of interest there – or Maenam Beach, where you shall not expect exciting snorkeling. Perhaps some other forum-members that are local snorkeling-experts have more precise information about best spots around Samui...????

One week before, no x-ray, just a small heath check. I normally use Thai International Hospital opposite Lotus's in Bo Phut (Chaweng). I use to obtain the health certificate a few days before. Last time for me was October, and the price was still 250 baht; took about 15 minutes from walk-in to pay and walk-out...???? Edit: The is a still valid list of needed documentation a bit back in the thread...

Count with 30 days in advance at Samui Immigration.

Vat in Thailand is 7 percent and there is a minimum amount you totally should have bought for – I think to remember that it's 5,000 baht – to be eligible for a vat-refund.

Left 3BB about 14 years ago – after some weeks without Internet, broken wire the service-man said, I needed af new wire, but never got it – I changed to TOT and have been very satisfied with both speed, free ugrades to higher speed and fiber, not to forget instant service...????

???? for saving the customer's dinner. I feel sad about his motorbike, he might not have a fire insurance, and if he has, it might not cover with the battery modification.

–but there is only on Koh Samui...

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Richard Barrow says at 6:15 pm: All boats, including ferries between the islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao, have been told to stay ashore until at least 20th December due to rough seas. Four ships have sunk and one container ship has run aground so far. HTMS Sukhothai also sank last night. Stay safe if you’re down south.

The Meteorological Department at 5 AM warned of high waves in the Gulf of Thailand starting on Sunday, December 18th. This led the governor to prohibit all boats from leaving shore from 8 AM on Sunday until a yet-to-be-determined time on Monday. The governor also cited strong winds and widespread rain throughout the South. Ferry services on the following routes are suspended: Surat Thani-Ko Samui-Ko Phangan-Ko Tao Don Sak-Ko Samui-Ko Phangan-Ko Tao Ko Samui-Ko Phangan-Ko Tao-Chumphon Ratchaprapa Dam in Ban Takhun district Source: TPN National News.

If you "don't have a clue what it is", they will not hire you – foreigners are supposed to be manager in charge of the local work-staff, so some level of knowledge and experience is normally required...????

Contact some of the local real estate agents – Google might be helpful – quick sale normally equals low price like around 2/3 of the normal selling price, which is not the same as asking price...????

You cannot import household duty-free, you need a non-immigrant visa, or a work permit to do that. A 20-feet container might be safer and could also be cheaper than shipping separate boxes. I was recommended a container when I moved to Samui. Get the stuff or the container shipped CIF Bangkok and use a local shipping agent to clear with customs and arrange for domestic transport to the island, is you are not using an expensive courier-style company with door-to-door delivery, all inclusive. Expect to pay little both duty and vat. You might need to travel up to Bangkok with your passport for custom declaration. A very detailed packing list plus a pro-forma invoice is required with value estimated for each item, and type- and serial numbers for all electronics. If you do a required by the customs you'll have a trouble free import, especially if you pay a small overtime fee to the custom officers in the harbor, if your shipping agent recommends that...????

It's the usual annual monsoon season during November and December, the two months you should avoid shorter holiday trips yo Samui, as you might experience a couple of weeks with utterly awful weather...

That's why some of us locals prefer use Seatran and their newer second-hand ferries...

But still not covered by insurance, always check that you are covered before sitting on a motorbike in Thailand – and especially on Koh Samui – even when riding pillion.

I wouldn't choose either of the options...