Katipo

I don't complain about my partner. She's awesome.

He will return happiness to the people.

3 hours ago, theoldgit said:

Could you elaborate on the checking in on bag problem please?

There was quite a big queue, but the real problem was that some travellers had maasive bags and appeared to be over their purchased weight allowance . So had to stand around while they sorted that out 

Flew with AA 2 weeks ago. Did the online check-in and printed boarding passes beforehand. Absolutely no issues at the airport, and would agree 1 hour is enough.

Did make the mistake of checking in a bag one way. That added 20 minutes onto the procedure. Won't be doing that again.

There are a lot of factories in Thailand cutting overtime and reducing hours in an attempt to delay what may turn out to be the inevitable. 

In addition, workers are being told that annual salary increases planned for April next year are are being reduced or removed altogether.

The global slow down goes well beyond the tourism sector, and I fear things will get worse before they get better. In the mean time, the push to automation marches on.

9 hours ago, Susco said:

 

I fail to see why a mute button equally applied to both candidates, will favour one or the other, but knowing the average IQ level of the Trump camp, I can understand why they don't get it

It's hard to interrupt and bully when people can't hear you. In the last debate it was nearly 10 minutes of interruptions from Trump, and 72 seconds of interruptions from Biden.

It seems he is unprepared and too busy to do his job properly either. Based on the attitude of the Sarasas owner, I wouldn't be surprised if incompetence and abuse run deep throughout the organisation. The kids don't stand a chance.

If anyone had a look at the video of him standing on the Whitehouse lawn, the man was having difficulty breathing. It was obvious. His head movements, heaving of chest and shoulder, and gaping of mouth. Not saying he won't recover, but he is NOT ok at this time.

https://tuckbot.tv/#/watch/j5y2m5

Just take a moment to appreciate a world where the above headline is an actual thing, and not some form of satire.

I saw the movie, and didn't mind it. I like Millie Bobby Brown, and her character was fun energetic, and not without flaws. And let's face it, it's a much better take than trying to reboot the actual Sherlock as a woman. Sherlock himself was still the socially awkward genius.... but showing how that awkwardness had affected his relationship with his sister was completely inline with his character. Mycroft on the other hand, was just an stereotypical Victorian <deleted>. Not much depth there, but served his purpose. Overall I enjoyed the story, but the ending felt a little rushed.

3 hours ago, heiri007 said:

Great feedback, thanks.

 

Point with the current XV Thai models is they lack EyeSight safety system - a real letdown since it's one of the best driver assistant technologies available.

 

They're currently offering substantial cash discounts at Bangkok showrooms - could it be to make way for the 2021 face-lift, including EyeSight? A Subaru without this tech is a no-go.

Have you considered the Forester then? It's had a facelift for 2020, and only costs slighty more than the XV. https://www.subaru.asia/th/en/vehicles/forester/

They have an eyesight variation for 1.13m THB.

Given that it's notably bigger as well, it is the better value proposition, 

17 hours ago, BritManToo said:

Not tough at all ....... she could have left.

The police will even watch while you pack, drive you to the station, and buy you a ticket.

 

This is murder, she needs to go to jail for the rest of her life.

https://www.focusonthefamily.ca/content/why-an-abused-spouse-wont-leave

https://www.joinonelove.org/learn/why_leaving_abuse_is_hard/

Just a couple of websites. There are hundreds more. There are many well founded and researched reasons why a spouse can't/won't leave their partner.

There was a recent article in Thai comparing the XV vs. the Mazda CX-30 vs. Corolla Cross. 

It went something like this, but I can't find the article sadly:

Best handling and driver experience went to XV and Mazda.

Safest Onroad: XV

Nicest Interior: Mazda

Engine performance: Mazda

Offroad and weekend warrior: XV

Fuel Economy: Corolla

Family Vehicle: Toyota (although XV had the most space

What surprised me was how often the XV was at the top considering it's age. Of course having full time 4wd and the best ground clearance was always going to be an advantage in in some areas.

My own experience driving Subarus in NZ is that they stick to the road like glue and are very reliable. Being Thailand I wouldn't want to live to far from a dealership though. it can make even getting an oil change quite an inconvenient affair.

I will  be looking to see if the face-lift 2021 version is in Thailand when I change my vehicle next year. https://www.subaru.com/2021-crosstrek

This sudden change of tact could be related to the protests. Corruption is one of the major issues. If the Government finally achieves something with relation to this case, they might hope it takes pressure off the more sensitive/difficult part of protesters calls for reform. "Hey look, we are doing something, you can go home now". And who knows, if they successfully take action in this case (and hopefully on other issues too), it make be enough... at least for a while.