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38 years old and owns a Roller? Who says you can't make money running a restaurant in Thailand?

That's a long way to go just to take someone for an eye test. I would have thought a billionaire might have staff to help with something like that. I flew up to Bangkok for my one all by myself.

Perhaps they are going to try them out on scarecrows first.

Does it get you off the double pricing in the National Parks I wonder? It's not a visa that fits everyone. It's expensive, and the price is about to increase. Not as attractive perk-wise as the original one. Suits under 50's and wealthy people that won't miss the money. i imagine many younger Chinese and Russians would find this attractive to get away from oppressive regimes, and maybe digital nomads. For me, Non Imm 'O' plus Multiple re-entry permit is not too much hassle. Under THB6,500 (including bank statement and medical)

Climb into a bath tub and shower.

I'm pretty sure there was another thread here on AN about Shingles recently, as I had it in my mind there were two different vaccines. https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/shingles/public/zostavax/index.html#:~:text=CDC recommends that people 60,vaccine in use since 2006. Slightly off topic, but I was reading a while back that over 60's should also get a Pneumonia vaccination.

Arte Hotel, Sukhumvit Soi 19. Under 5 minutes walk to Asoke BTS and Sukhumvit MRT. Terminal 21 and Robinsons both at junction Sukhumit Road. Benjakitti Park 10 minutes. Healthland Massage 2 minutes away. A few good restaurants in the area too. https://www.artehotelbangkok.com

Why do they have to be so skin tight? Especially in this climate. Look like they are made of some synthetic material as well, so must be really hot to wear. Are they designed that way? Or is it a "police fashion that they all seem to choose a size smaller? Even the fat ones. A bit of day-glo might make them more visible at dusk as well. It is possible to buy reflective materials in fluorescent colours so it serves two purposes. e.g. That white armband in fluorescent green reflective would be much more effective. The traffic police in the UK are almost impossible to miss in almost any conditions. Their cars motorbikes and uniforms are covered in the stuff.

The only renamed one that I have been into had a slight makeover. Moved some shelves to get another row in, and moved all the stock around so had to go looking for things that I normally went to directly. Pretty much a 7-11, Mini Big C clone, but there does seem to be a lot more stocked jammed in. There are some differences as a certain item I always bought pre Tops is now no longer stocked. I get the impression it does have more choice than either of the other two, but not much. Mainly more bakery items.

If she is indeed telling the truth, her mother definitely had some scouser in her "jeans" ????

30 to 40 Kuwaiti motorcycle riders? Seems like the police aren't having much success in stopping them despite the recent complaints.

It's all ifs...if this needs replacing, if that needs replacing. Rolls Royces are pretty sturdy cars, even today. I doubt the suspension was damaged in what looks like just a fender bender to me. Probably more damage done to the front of the car that rear ended the Rolls. But yes. that will probably cost less than one replacement rear light on the RR. Article doesn't mention if the driver of the car that hit it had any insurance, but if you can afford to buy a Rolls here in Thailand, what with all the import fees, I suppose any repair costs are the last of your worries.

And "Ice" at that. Not your run of the mill weed or ecstacy

Three of those with sticks look like they are going for his nuts. ????

You can filter that down by adding the number that speak the same language as you.

I wonder if he would have acted like that at a Chinese airport.

In five years time, voter apathy and vote buying will ensure the electorate vote the "right way". GF said she will not vote for PT again after their tricks.

When I renew my Non Imm 'O', I take a 12 month bank statement as requested. That way they can look back and see whether the 800K has moved or not in the past year.

55 years old? I hope he's not on a retirement visa. Big Joke will have another excuse to clamp down on us. He arrived on a motorcycle taxi so unlikely part of a biker gang. ???? Breaking those ivory tusks, let alone all the other damage, and a temple to boot. This might cost him a few quid.

Probably a high heel. A bit stupid giving them his phone to look at if true as reported. These ladyboys seem to have a mean streak here. Must be those depressed male hormones. I wonder why he refused to press charges?

The officer with the baton should have gone for the knee. The guy wouldn't have been swinging that skateboard anymore. Can't understand why the other two officers didn't help their colleague in making an arrest. Attacking a police officer in an airport where there is likely CCTV everywhere and an abundance of witnesses is not the most intelligent thing to do.

My opinion. Samui has a bit of "something for everyone". What you do need to consider is that flights to and from BKK are expensive. Taxis are expensive so most people own or rent a small motorbike or scooter, and rents have apparently increased quite a bit since the invasion of Ukraine. Its probably still possible to find cheap deals though. The island has changed quite a bit since pre Covid. Places like Bangrak, which was an ideal, quieter place for retirees has morphed into a much busier places lined with many of the ubiquitous cannabis shops, and lots of traffic. New bars and restaurants opening all the time. Minibuses and taxis race here several times a day to meet the ferries to Koh Phangan, which causes traffic jams. Not the best beach due to all the speedboats. Choengmon and Maenam are quieter, but less facilities. Bang Por even quieter. Lamai, I can't comment on. The west coast south of Nathon, far too quiet for me personally.. Chaweng is the busy bar and club oriented area for young tourists, families and party animals. Also has the Central Festival Shopping Mall. In saying that, I have a retired friend who prefers to live there because everything he needs; (gym, supermarket, many restaurants and beach) is all within walking distance. In saying all that, Samui is ideally situated for visiting the other islands of Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. Also ferries to the mainland. The air is clean. At least for now, and being further south the weather is nice and hot. I like it here

Hope he didn't lose his gold chain.

The fake ones didn't stop the perpetrators getting caught. or the victims getting scammed. ????

If this ever goes ahead, Samui will just turn into another Phuket. The traffic there is horrendous. It's already getting bad here, but with a bridge enabling unlimited visitors, the infrastructure will collapse. Waste mountain, no sewage system, hardly enough water or power as it is.