Tilted Grin

The bit at the end of number 4 about there being NO Logical requirement that a girl that says she badly needs cash (and will have to leave if you cannot or will not give it) - can not be genuinely in love with you couldn't be more true.

I know because I'm dealing with exactly that predicament.

She is asking for 1 million Baht sin sot and all I can realistically offer is 300,000 baht.

Do yourself a favour and dump her.

That is exactly what I needed to hear. I will dump her and realize that it is in my best interest and go on happily with my life.

I doubt joining Asean will stop foreign teaching but I did read somewhere that those without a degree will have a much harder time finding employment as English teachers in Thailand.

The bit at the end of number 4 about there being NO Logical requirement that a girl that says she badly needs cash (and will have to leave if you cannot or will not give it) - can not be genuinely in love with you couldn't be more true.

I know because I'm dealing with exactly that predicament.

She is asking for 1 million Baht sin sot and all I can realistically offer is 300,000 baht.

Hey Guys, Where do I catch the bus in Bangkok that goes to Ko Chang?

I need to leave on the 14th of April. Do I need to book something in advance?

Thanks for your help.

Tilted Grin, on 14 Mar 2013 - 03:50, said:

Cheers mate...I will keep this in mind!

Prepare to get really wet riding anywhere during Songkran. The island fills up with Bangkokians too...

Thanks for the heads-up but I guess getting soaked with water doesn't sound like a bad thing given that it is the hottest time of the year in Thailand.

Cheers mate...I will keep this in mind!

Thanks sketcher,

I'll have a look around once there and thanks for the reminder about inexperienced riders. It has been a few years since I've been on one.

Is it possible to rent one on the island?

We have three days holiday for Songkran on Ko Chang and I think renting a bike might be the best way to get around the island.

Any recommendations for a good deal on rentals would be appreciated.

Thanks for any advice guys.

I beleive that women, regardless of nationality or social standing, are looking for a secure life and personally I don't see anything wrong with that.

Just be sure that she is sincere in her relations with you.

Thanks for the advice guys. I've booked a couple of nights at the Seaview Resort and Spa. It looks like a romantic setting for a holiday with my tee rak.

Hey guys,

Is the island of Ko Chang busy for Songkran? Just show up and look for a hotel or book in advance?

Is there a limit to how many years you can get Multi Entry Non O visa (marriage) in Savanakhet? If so, are you required to return to your home country to apply?

I will definately be taking things at my own pace after reading your reply. Thanks again.

To the member above I want to thank you for taking the time to type a very informative reply. It should be pinned for the benefit of other members.

I'm not sure if she graduated from university but she is gainfully employed at a bank in Bangkok. No sure about her position there but she was honest enought to tell me she doesn't make much money.

She doesn't have a car and rents a place with her older sis who also has a job.

Her brother is a merchant sailor. Two younger sisters at home but I don't have any info on the parents yet.

She did mention something about wanting a good life for her family. I believe she sends some of her salary home.

Thanks again everyone.

Your problem isnt the down payment, its the monthly repayments that will follow.

Not enough information given, what you quote is guidance not gospel, each situation will vary.

How long have you lived in Thailand and how many Thai woman have you been involved with?

Why even mention it, wait for the girl or her parents to mention it, or make your position clear from the start, then the onus is on the girl and her family.

What makes this girl so special, what is she and her family bringing to the marriage?

Thanks for all the helpful advice. I haven't been in Thailand long and this is my first relationship with a Thai woman. A girl who is the apple of your eye is obviously going to be special to you. It's really too early to say anything about the family yet.

"The amount will vary due to several factors such as, the social status and wealth of the parents, the education, age, and beauty of the daughter. The cost of the ceremonies, parties, food, etc., will be paid by the parents using part of the Sin Sod."

The above quote is from the pinned "Sin Sot - An Explanation." According to the above quoted the costs of the wedding will be covered by the Sin Sot.

Others have commented that some parents will keep all of the Sin Sod money depending on her family's financial status.

So when planning to marry a Thai girl you must first find out the girl's family social status and then plan accordingly.

If she comes from a wealthy family, expect to get the Sin Sot back to cover the costs of the wedding. But if she is from a middle-class or poor family, then in addition to Sin Sod money you also have to figure the costs of the wedding as well.

Have I got a good understanding of this issue or not?

Hello everyone! Okay, an introduction...I'm not good at this...well, let's just cut to the chase and say I've been considering moving to Thailand to live and work for quite a while now.

Oh, and I'm head over heels over a Thai girl I've met recently...that probably has a lot to do with the urgency to hop on a plane right away!

Anyway, enough about me..over to you!