monsieurhappy

Hasn't anything been done in the European court to change this situation?

Can you post a photograph?

It's amazing that the UK is the only Euro country not to increase pensions in certain countries in line with inflation. I wasn't sure, so asked the question. So now what is really upsetting is the fact that the EU want to force every other stupid law on the UK but something that would benifit so many people is never mentioned. No wonder the other Europeans are keeping stum on this!

I was just thinking about the problem we Brits have when we retire to LOS of no GOV. pension increases in line with inflation etc. Do expat pensioners from other EU countries have the same problem? I have never read of anyone from France, Germany, Italy etc. ranting on these forums about this and wondered if it only applies to Brits. then why aren't we tackling this through the European courts, when everything else that affects our everyday life goes this way?

Seeing as no-one else is trying to help, I'll throw in my 2 baht worth. We are looking at a holiday in NZ in the future and I've been looking at package tours starting and finishing in NZ organised by NZ co's. The prices for these and airfares booked seperately seem to look about the same as the few prices we've seen for complete package tours from LOS. Just do a Google and you'll be surprised how many firms are offering tours and accommodation at all kinds of prices. Hope that helps.

Hi,

My brother and his wife came out to see me last winter ( my brother is 71 ) I booked them in at Ambassador on Suk. Rd. for the first week because they said they wanted to travel around later. They liked it so much, they stayed another 10 days. The Skytrain station is almost on the doorstep so they used this to get around Bangkok. It's also possible to book trips from the hotel where the tour co. picks you up at the door. I was very surprised but they said it was so easy to get around. Just before Christmas they came to Pattaya where I'd made a reservation at Sabai Lodge, Soi 2. They transferred to new part on Soi 1. Here again they enjoyed, being within easy walking distance to beach and shops. They were in Thailand for 6 weeks and enjoyed every minute. Hope this helps.

Using 1 to call, dial 009 44 etc. for UK. Works out about 7 baht per min. even when you're calling a mobile.

Don't blame the tyre makers, it's that stupid rule about using the same tyres for the whole w/end that's to blame. Spend millions making race cars safe and then send them out on used tyres! Only idiots drive their road cars on worn-out tyres! If they want to slow the cars then put a limit on how much fuel they can use during a race ( think they did this some years ago ) at least they would stop in one piece, although I don't personally agree with these restrictions. F1 is becoming a parade instead of a race, Bernie and the rest of em only consider their wallets and not the paying public. Maybe if the supporters deserted the next few races in protest the FIA would get the message!!

Thanks, I never thought to look in Support and couldn't see anyone else asking about problem. Thought maybe it's only my comp. Glad everythings up and working again.

Did anyone have a problem loggin on to forums Sunday?

I could get Thaivisa homepage, but when I clicked forums I got a typed message about being unavailable ( should have copied message ) Thought maybe Thai police deemed this site inappropiate for educated people and added it to the 1000's of other sites you can't view. LOL. Or was it just a case of that well known ISP Poxinfested up to their usual tricks?

I've stayed at the Ploy a few times, but like you wouldn't reccomend it. There's a small hotel about 100 mtrs. down the road, but again it doesn't look as good as the Ploy. I did notice another hotel but can't remember the name. If you come out of the Ploy and turn right, go down the street and round the right hand bend as if you are going towards Kham-cha-ee and Kalasin, before you get to the traffic lights there's a hotel on the left. Thinking of trying it myself on next trip. Apart from that one, the best hotel I can think of is at Nahkon Phanon - "River View" but it's a few miles north. Sorry I can't be of any more help. If you find a good place, let us know!!

Yes,

Starting on Sat. 11th. Top Gear is back on BBC World.

Sat.- 16.30 & 23.30

Sun.- 08.30 & 20.30 and for people who can't sleep-

Mon.- 03.30

I know Jeremy Clarkson is not everyones ideal presenter but this program has got to make a big change from the general rubbish we get on UBC. So for the next 6 weeks or whatever, just sit back and let it all hang out!!

Great Idea! I have thought about this lots of times, but I don't have the courage to do it alone. I have the time, so would be interested in joining a group effort if anyone could put this together. Like to know more about duration of journey and costs?

Thanks Tufty - you have a PM.

I've been offered the rental of a 2001 Toyota Corona for 9,000 baht a month. Just curious if anyone has enough knowledge to shoot that in the foot, or call it a fair deal.

Thanks

ExNewMex

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So what about insurance & breakdown cover? A car this old, if it's been thrashed, may spend more time off the road than running. Also check the ins. If it's a case of you got to tell the cops you only borrowed the car if you have a smash, it might be worth taking out your own cover. Just my 2 baht worth.

Can anyone give me any info. about the next race meeting on Sun. 22nd. What time start, cost to go in, duel pricing, what sort of racing to expect? Thanks in advance.

Can anyone recommend a picture framing service in the Pattaya area?

Need good quality and reasonable price.  I have one original oil painting given to us by one of the GF's relatives and I'd better get it on the wall soon or she will have a tantrum!

 

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Naklua Rd. Soi 19. About 30 yds. inside soi on right hand side of road. Loads of little yapping dogs in front yard, but this guy does a good job.

I just saw some Grolsch yesterday at the Villa near soi 33/Phrom Phong BTS station. 

Also Chimay, Clausthaler, Erdinger, Sapporo, Budweiser, Guinness, and I don't recall the rest.

The only Beerlao I've ever seen here was smuggled in.  I'd dearly love to see it at my local, but alas, it'll probably never happen.

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I was speaking to local bar-owner this afternoon, who told me he would have to charge 250 baht for bottle of Chimay. I've never tasted this, but at this price wouldn't bother. Clausthaler, as I recall is nonalcoholic, so what's the point? Of the rest I'd only be interested in the Guinness. So what price they want per pint? If you've got to drink fizzy p!ss, then Beer Chang is probably the best!

Just found phone nos. for P/W if you want to give them a call:-

038 361272, 038 361315

What happened to the Pig and Whistle web site for booking, emails ect.Could smeone find out for me ?it's on soi7 near the soi8 cut through.Need it for a visit.

Thanks in advance good people.Roscoe

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Don't know about the web-site, but the P/W is still in the same place on Soi 7., we ate there last Wed. If it's a while since you visited, you'll find the place has had a refurbish, with the old bar redecorated & reupholstered. There's also a second dining room added for non-smokers. The food is just as good as ever. As far as I know, there's still rooms for rent. Hope that helps.

Hi BS,

I have not posted a reply before, but I have waded through most of the 20 odd pages that have been posted. What I've got to say is "Get your act together!!"

You just spent good money coming to Thailand and where are you at the end of it- NO-WHERE. You've spent a lot of money and a lot of time with this lady- you sound like you're sure about her and she about you, so what you waiting for? If she comes to UK for a visit, she's got to come back and re-apply for settlement if you want to stay together, ie. marry. Why don't you apply for settlement visa and get a date for interview. Do this yourself. Book a trip to Thailand that co-insides with the interview and get married. Take her back with you to the UK. If you think she may not like the UK, don't worry, most of them do. Get her a job and she'll like it even more. I'm speaking from experience here, and although we now live in LOS, my Thai wife wanted to stay in UK so she could carry on working. ( I wanted to come alone and her send me money, but she wouldn't have it, LOL ) My gf was turned down by UK embassy when she first applied for tourist visa ( usual excuse- no reason to return ) but after we got married she had no problem. She loved the UK, but when I was able to pack up work and get pension, I jumped at it, otherwise we would still be there and still attending the Thai Temple in Aston, behind the Saddam Hussain mosque. Been married over 5 years now.

If marriage is not on your mind, why the ###### do you want to take her to the UK, just to show off to your mates? You're better off saving for a holiday in Thailand every now and then and try something different each time. Anyway, take this as you will, it's meant sincerely. But IMO if you soon don't take the initiative you'll be in the same position this time next year.

So I've gone and messed the paint-work on the front plastic wheel-arch on my Toyota Sport Rider. Just paint damage, no breakage. Anyone know a reliable paint shop in Pattaya? Thanks!

This program was first shown in 1999 and was a load of cr@p then!!

Even though I miss a good pint of English beer ( it's been 2 1/2 yrs now ) I'm not into paying some ridiculous price for the same. A pint of Guinness at 160 baht, although it may come from Malaysia goes down quite nice. The Kilkenny tastes a bit watery. Anyway, what I want to know is where can I buy some of the English beers mentioned in this thread ( Old Peculiar, Old Speckled Hen etc etc. ) in or near Pattaya??

I was looking at those in Tesc/L today, but wasn't sure if you had to start with a perfectly clean w/screen. I will give it a try. I did in fact get most of the marks off my w/screen using a cream that is for getting marks off plastics etc. I used a lot of cream, but even more sweat & elbow grease. I was also looking for the stuff I mentioned before ( Cillit ) but couldn't find any. Anyone know where I can get it or anything like it from?? ( Lime & rust remover )