Ricky HKT

It affects me negatively, on a mental level. -Zaps confidence -Adversely affects reasoning and mental accuity -causes laziness -made my mind race, and could not sleep well In other words, turns me into a vegetable, unable to produce much of anything. And I want to pay money for that? Think I'll pass!

We need "contextual" understand here please: "With Germany leading the surge at a remarkable 71% increase" That could mean 7.1 people, or 71000 people. Please update with actual bodies arriving, not percentages.

Isn't there a fine of 2000-5000 for not doing the report? And won't the Immigration computerized records "remember" you didn't do your 90 day? If your dance card isn't full (if you have time) maybe better to do it?!?

It is already quiet in the hotels... This will lead to more departures. And it will also lead to more cash in the system , and cash transactions.

Simply said "money goes to value."

6150 baht per week?!? 24600 per month? That is indeed "not noi." There must be some error? We pay our maid about 18000 per month, and she struggles with 2 kids.

Somehow I think there is more to this story. Typically Thai people are respectful to people (including Farang), especially to elders. I looked at the video, and it seems as though the Thai neighbours are very angry with the Brits, almost as if they have been fighting for awhile. Doesn't seem like they just started this row. And taking the plants out of the garden and throwing them back to the Brits front gate. Another sign of an ongoing dispute. Yes, the physical beatings seem quite excessive. Jai yen yen!! Why can't we just get along?

There are at least two Sizzlers on Phuket, in Central and Robinson malls. We sometimes go for lunch. We split one of the specials, and the wife gets salad bar. About 700 baht all in. But local Thai/seafood restaurants are better and cheaper IMO!

There are at least two Sizzlers on Phuket, in Central and Robinson malls. We sometimes go for lunch. We split one of the specials, and the wife gets salad bar. About 700 baht all in. But local Thai/seafood restaurants are better and cheaper IMO!

Out of this world and out of your mind Just like it don't matter what you're leaving behind Trying to change your life you change your point of view But no matter what you do it's the same old you Wherever you go there you are You can run from yourself but you won't get far And another thing, you need to be located (positioned) where you have the best opportunity for success! In other words, live close to the spigot (Central Bank printing press). Easier in the western nations to catch and store coin.

Gold has been holding above $2000/oz for a couple months now. (Seems like $2K is the new support level). Small moves are just noise. Gold is a LONG TERM (years) investment in my opinion. You should do better holding than the paltry interest rates paid by the banks these days. I hold, and am pondering buying more. Yes, gold is held for emergencies.

We had the same problem with Mitsu pumps (tank rusting). We changed to Hitachi brand, which has a Stainless Steel tank. Also rusting. (Tank, and fasteners / bolts) We eventually changed to Hitachi TM-P turbine pump, as it is mostly plastic/fiber. It rocks! Dependable, high pressure. More money, but seems to be worth it, so far.

I was informed of this (65000/month transfer for retirement extension) by immigration this year. Have you actually done this, and were you approved?

I have used the services (heart stress test, blood testing) at Vachira Hospital. Excellent service and great staff. My wife had an operation there (removed a salivary gland). Excellent Doctor, surgery, results. Good and fast services. I personally know some of the nurses and staff. Kind and hardworking people. The facilities may look a bit dated, but it is a government facility which serves the Phuket province, other provinces, and foreigners. Sorry, but this like a hit job on the hospital. For what purpose?

Just replaced the old truck 2012 Vcross with a new Isuzu 2023 Vcross. The old truck had a Carryboy canopy, and we had many problems: paint faded and was redone, front canopy seal leaked (replaced), rear window drain channel leaked into bed (silicone added), Rear window "shattered" (replaced), remote lock eventually failed (used the manual key), headliner molding.... I like and want a new canopy, but not a Carryboy. I am leaning towards Aeroklas, as they don't have a headliner. (We sometimes carry a full load, and garden plants, rocks etc.). We have been known to treat this equipment rough. I am open to Sammitr TL1 also. Nice styling... Does anyone have experience with the "new" canopies? Opinions and comments on these, and any other brands, please. Thanks in advance.