AverageAussie

Your whataboutisms weren't helpful. That would happen in Thailand as well as in Vic. I can't comment on why they singled you out as I wasn't there, but have you considered that there might have been other reasons not related to speed? Noise from your "old hog" perhaps? I think you know, but haven't told the whole story as yet. In fairness, this whole forum is full of whataboutisms. Content would drop by about 90% if we didn't have something to whinge about.

The B787 was the FIRST commercial passenger plane to feature this higher cabin pressure. It is now joined by the A350 & A380 with similar specs. Each of these planes has characteristics that give you a unique experience, but I wouldn't hesitate to book on any one of these. https://thepointsguy.com/news/the-healthiest-planes-in-the-air-today/

If there's 2 of you flying then choose adjacent seats in the middle lane. With 3 across there's no need to get up mid-flight for the 3rd passenger.

Aisle seat do have the benefit of easy access, so enjoy your flight. Still on seat selection, the most comfortable part of the plane is typically over the wing (central). The wing flex helps to minimise the effect of turbulence (if any) and you will get less bounce than you would at the far ends of a plane. If you're prone to airsickness this can make a difference.

Marketing. Their 747s also had a moniker: Jumbo Jet. Not sure if Boeing ever gave one to their 737s or other lines.

555 @Ralf001 Yes, comments at 2'30" are noted. 42C wouldn't be the best seat if you had a choice.

If you have seat selection available, make sure you pick a good one. Always use SeatGuru. I haven't flown on TG yet, so don't have first-hand experience. But some of the reviews I've read are mixed. BTW - I've been on plenty of other airlines' 787s and it is a comfortable modern plane. My preference is for a window seat. They have large (long) windows that give you an excellent view and electronic dimming. You can also have a close look at the wings' flex on take-off & landing. It's not unusual for the composite material to bend a metre or more. Technically, I believe they could bend all the way around so that the tips touch each other - although this has never been proven in tests.

What airline will you be flying on? That's what makes ALL the difference. Airlines select the configuration and Boeing just assemble to specifications. Well, at least that's what they claim to do. If you are on Cebu-Pacific, then I hope you are under 180cm tall. They have the world's tightest 787 cattle class with 436 seats. Totally different experience to say JAL with 144 economy + 42 business seats on their 787s.

Staff tardiness increased another 350% after this policy was implemented.

I haven't been here long enough to know you, Mr Real Bob - but on behalf of everyone, thanks for turning the Community Pub into an Airport departure lounge.

NB. I missed the bit about 1,000m² in your opening post. That's only 0.1ha, not the the 10ha you subsequently alluded to. Let me guess further....metrology isn't your strong point?

It's good of you to be cryptic with your clues and thus keep an otherwise boring thread alive. But 1km ≠ directly north ≠ 300m Also if you measure it out from Google Maps, the land size is irregular but closer to 90m x 300m. Therefore we aren't discussing a 10ha parcel of land. More like 3ha at best.

Only 8? That's almost a strike.

Is AN posting multiple April Fools jokes now?

Yes, remember that one too. It has to be a world record. I often wonder how much cumulative weight is in the cables and how that compares to the poles. Those stresses will still be okay whilst the pole is vertical, but once there are lateral forces applied that's a recipe for disaster.

With so many poles around Thailand carrying literally dozen/s of lines, I'm surprised that this incidence of multiple poles being downed doesn't happen more often. Knock over just one or two and the combined weight of those pulls down others in a domino effect. powerlines.mp4

Today's Venn Diagram. No need to thank me.

LOL at the label on the first unit. English text:: Made in Vetnam Russian text: Made in China

@KhunLA - thanks for the first-hand feedback and advice on this thread. I don't have much experience with batteries (other than laptops, phones & a drone) - but might be looking at similar transport options in the next year or so. Comments like yours all go into the knowledge bank. I do have a question about the charging precautions that you mentioned. Risks with cheaper batteries are obvious, but what about the charger itself? Are these factory-supplied by Deco along with the bike, or is it something you need to shop around for separately? I can't remember where I saw it, but for mobile devices I've been advised to spend a bit more & use only those chargers that have built-in voltage sensing & over-charge protection. Do the Deco chargers (if they are available) have this feature? How long do you leave it on charge; overnight trickle & rapid recharge for a top-up?

You're right, but only about the definition of a condo. You are buying the "airspace" (as you call it) in a condo plus an interest in the common property of the building. That's distinct from the land that it sits on. But if you scrolled down just 3 sections to "Process of Buying a Condo in Thailand" on this non-government/ private law firm website, they provide an explanation of foreign quota and how it applies. Put simply, each building has a max 49% quota (based on floor area) that can be foreign owned. If not in that quota, then your options are company name or a 3rd party Thai national - as pointed out by @SAFETY FIRST .

Agreed. I think visitors globally have different expectations & requirements for accommodation - and Airbnb (as a platform) does fill a market niche. Otherwise they would never have succeeded as they have. Management in most of bigger & better condominium buildings are alert for the short-term tenancies and will crack down on infringers. In some cases I've heard that there is a hotel licence in place for the building (or parts of it). That's okay if standards are up to par and they're staying within the law & pay their fees, taxes etc. I'm not suggesting that there isn't a lot of illegal short-term stays, but that's an enforcement issue (as you have pointed out). Nothing to do with the platform. If you make Airbnb illegal it will be quickly replaced by marketing services elsewhere - probably a lot less secure & open to scams such as those already prevalent on social media. What could be done is more clarity & simplicity in licencing for the short-term market. For the long-term rentals (>30 days) I'd hate to see an extra layer of regulation imposed. It would be an administrative nightmare for agents and those owners already doing the right thing. The only exception might be the creation of a rental bond agency to hold & manage those funds and independently adjudicate in disputes.

Also a Reuters article published 28 March 2024 by The New Daily here. And a Twitter Post by Thai Enquirer.

Good for you and an amazing effort! I didn't share the link, only a screenshot. Of course there's nothing to stop you searching for the same DOPA link on their website and putting your own ฿2 in, but if you do - that would be more than the remaining apathetic 99.99% of the population would ever consider.

Just for a bit of clarity, under the current act there is nothing illegal about listing accommodation on Airbnb - provided: the building/ room has a hotel licence the term of the lease is at least 30 days if there is no licence. A lot of guests houses etc also list on that platform.