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daveAustin

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  1. Nope, and there’ll be fewer and fewer incidents as the novelty wears off. Alcohol meanwhile…
  2. The average Frenchman probably earns 10x that of a Thai. Naive to compare western attractions/prices to a developing country like that. Main reasons are money, covid restrictions and hassles at airports etc, and the fact that when Europeans traditionally book their summer holidays Thailand was still heavily restricted.
  3. Yes, wonder if potential low flow/high ambient temp is causing the ‘kettles’ to continually overheat… Also, when connected to the tap, these things are typically on and off very frequently. 8kw seems high, especially for that area. Had 6kw Panasonics in Chiangmai which easily coped in cool season.
  4. Yes, Thai females are generally conservative and tend to hold back emotion/surprise etc… potential for loss of face of either party and all that. Not necessarily those that have spent lots of time around foreigners. Folk that baulk at this revelation probably don’t understand the culture very well. Basic stuff.
  5. Yes, Simon likes to come and go. ???? Op, you have some nice kit at decent prices. I’m sure you’ll shift it. All the best back in Europe. ????
  6. It's a shame Apple Pay is not a thing here as it is all over the above payment methods... for iPhone users that is. So fast and reliable.
  7. The op is after info for a quiet stay in Bangkok, not boorish, one-eyed misleading tat on Chiang Mai. Dear me. Suggest looking at older Bangkok near the big palaces and river. Some great hotels, leafy parks and cafes. Beautiful ladies in abundance. Great city.
  8. Great, another dinosaur.
  9. Then be a man and come back and do your time for her. You are no hero.
  10. Best clean up your own backyard first and also appreciate the tourists that do visit. Jeez!
  11. How does one wash a line? Oh, you mean linen. ???? Dodgy water or rust from drum... Keep an eye out for Otteri launderettes. They’re typically cleaner/newer with industrial machines.
  12. This stuff just wouldn’t happen if they’d have been colonised. ????????
  13. I have absolutely no love for this guy—I mean, look at the narcissistic tool in his silly silk blouses—but it could be a lot worse here. Sometimes it’s better the devil you know!
  14. AstraZeneca has been as effective. I know you yankees hate to admit it, but it was the first and has been administered in more countries. But yes, either/or would have sorted China. The politburo also do not care about the people or the economy for that matter… they will remain rich either way.
  15. Sounds like a right tool and have come across this bogun attitude from quite a few Germans in the past. Not necessarily racist, but clearly inappropriate in the workplace, esp chasing ranked women. What a douche. I'd let him dig himself another hole and then give the push. That type will likely not change.
  16. Where WISE will typically win out is on the exchange rate. They'll almost certainly beat Swift.
  17. It's alright. Well covered already above, but did notice quite a few expats last month... easy immigration office for those guys. The digs certainly weren't full then but some of the bars on walking street were busy. Good to see Pai still ticking over (still has the backpacker vibe); some really good eating to be had still... Ganita cafe is outstanding.
  18. Non news. You can see those deft skills in any parking lot in any town on any given day.
  19. What is the Worst thing which has Happened to YOU, so far, in YOUR Life? Today, at least, seeing this thread!
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