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“One of the cheapest countries to get insured” I wonder why? Insurance (I mean all kinds anywhere in the world is like gambling). One never knows until a claim is filed. All insurance policies have two major sections: 1) Perils, what is covered 2) Exclusions, what is not covered. Guess what section is bigger? That’s right, part 2. If a Thai Health Insurance company denies a claim does any think you can appeal or even file a civil lawsuit? I have had Thai Health Insurance for 7 consecutive years and have never filed a claim. The last four years the policy that i have had was to comply with the Non OA Visa requirements.

Is the “Limo” actually a van? I know someone on an Elite and he called for the “Limo” at BKK and a dude picked him up in a van. Or is it just TIT?

I am over 50, retired and old. The two great things about being an old man are: 1) I don’t need anyone’s approval anymore 2) I never have to get anyone to like me again.

I'm going to Los Angeles next week. I buy a USA data roaming package from True. 15 days and 10GB for 899. If this not enough then I just buy a prepaid SIM card at Wal Mart, Target or T-Mobile

Same here. When I first read that new package (not really) would range from 900K to 5 Million I believed it Others said "just a rumor". Sometimes rumors are true.

The new package and prices were announced. The rumored price hikes were all true. 20 year is now 5 Mill and the 5 year is now 900K. Elite might need more Russian and Mandarin speakers and fewer English speakers. 50% increase in prices for what???

But what about the 16 page visa application?

This is how Park Rangers dealt with Climate Protesters in Nevada.

I have done both. I used my Visa the last time because I did not want o bring 40,000 Baht in cash to the hospital. I could not find an ATM inside of CM Ram hospital. If the bill was expected to be around 10K then I would pay cash.

Sorry here is the location and time: August 29, 2023 Townhall Registration The U.S. Consulate General in Chiang Mai invites U.S. citizens to attend a townhall meeting with the U.S. Ambassador on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 from 14:00 p.m. - 15:00 p.m. Topics will include the U.S. Embassy and Consulate General Thailand Mission Priorities and updates about consular services for U.S. citizens in northern Thailand. The townhall will be at Science and Technology Park, Chiang Mai University : CMU-STeP. Floor 2 (A Building) Northern Science Park : NSP 155 T. Mae Hia A. Mueang, Chiang Mai 50100 Click this link for the google map location: https://goo.gl/maps/kU9og6fFqy6LQqiC9 We encourage U.S. citizens in Chiang Mai and the districts nearby to attend. Please answer the questions below to confirm your registration. If you have any questions about the event, please email [email protected].

Mine said a follow up email will notify me of the location of the event. Thanks from Capt Obvious. I registered on Aug 18 and so far no reply from the consulate. Ok I registered again and now the registration form has the location of the event on top of the form. When I registered on Aug 23 the location was not on top of the of form and it indicated the location had not be determined yet. Or I just missed it. You are right it is rather out of the way.

I never got a email reply about he location of this event? It is suppose to be tomorrow.

1. Japs? What are we in 1943? 2. This might be a mistake by ANA. A week in Japan(especially in the major cities) is comparable to three weeks in BKK. The cost differential between visiting LOS and the Land of the Rising Sun is huge. The longest I have stayed in Japan was 4 days and it was expensive just for a decent hotel and food. A Taxi ride from NRT to central Tokyo was almost $80 dollars., I had a large suitcase and just did not feel like taking the train/metro. Doubt I will go back to Japan but if I did I would take the train from the airport. Of course now Haneda is the preferred airport which is closer to the city.

I can get a Hot Dog and a Coke from just about anywhere but I grew up on In N Out. Double, Double, fries and a Coke will be my first meal after I get the car from Hertz.

I am going to Los Angeles next week. The only time I am in the city of LA is at the airport. The following places are still worth a visit or stay: 1. South Orange County. Places like Irvine, Newport Beach or San Clemente 2. The Coachella Valley (Palm Springs or Rancho Mirage) is worth a road trip 3. Most parts of San Diego County are still worth a visit. I usually stay within shouting distance of Camp Pendelton (cities like Oceanside have not been ruined yet). 4. In LA County I always go back to my hometown of Torrance which is about 15 miles south of LAX. There are some shady areas but is mostly still worth it. I am looking forward to N out burger, Chik Fil A and even a cheap Pecan Pie from Wal Mart. I guess I am different but I still enjoy my annual visits back to the USA. Others will disagree.

I thought he was an international fugitive. He was escorted out of the jet and all smiles. Does he get booked, face a judge or have to post bail? From what I saw it looked rather low key and anticlimactic? Is he really going to jail/prison?

That’s the headline but the article implies that the shocks were an issue? As normal news articles translated into English can cause more confusion than clarity.

Thanks for the info on the agent.

Do not see what the issue is. If an Airline can require a large passenger to buy two seats then the Food Delivery driver who can offer cheap rides can decline a customer for safety reasons.

My parents came to America with very little. Life was never easy but I found opportunities to improve my life many times. It all started with the. US Army and then I was able to work and find other opportunities. I still have allegiance, loyalty and a dose of patriotism. As a long time international traveler I just don’t broadcast my thoughts out loud. I am certain at some point I will return to the USA on a permanent basis. Also on the US Income Tax issue I pay because my retirement income comes from the State of California so I can’t exclude that no matter where I am in the world. When I worked in the Middle East I was able to exclude this income because it was earned overseas.

My #1 requirement is an international airport. Cebu meets that requirement.

First youtube video about Dumagette I saw was in 2015. It was popular back then. A current youtuber in the Phils (that is what he calls it) said Dumagette is now overrun with foreigners. I am going to Cebu later this year to see if I want to make the Phils my next destination.

Sarcasm. Some get it, some don’t Do you really think I was being serious in my reply? You started it. I made a general comment that was not directed at anyone. I do not know who or what your are so I do not know whether it was “jokey banter” or not. If this is :”sniffy butt hurt attitude” to you then so be ti. I would not disagree with your opinion.

Yes because it is deep, murky and infested with sharks.

Thank you. It’s amazing that you knew what I looked like when I was in my 30’s and 40’s.