Stargeezr

I spent some time in both Hua Hin and in Jomtien, near Pattaya, I also noticed

less business at the bars that I visited during my stay.

Is it because us baby boomers are way older now and don't boom boom as much?

Is it because a lot of the world's economy has tanked and most of us just cannot afford

the night life any more? I noticed that the bar scene in Hua Hin was way

quieter than it was 2 years ago.

Stargeezer

I am wondering if the numbers on this piece of material will

help identity just what it is from. Until the right people have examined it and

let the rest of us know, it is all speculation right now. I do hope that some day

the wreckage of MH370 is located, and the families can have closure of where

their family members and loved ones were lost

If Thailand does not modernize and start treating the tourists better

only Thailand will suffer even more. It is time to modernize like some other countries

and give the tourists a longer stay without all of the nonsense of having to leave to

get their visa renewed. The fact that I can go to places like Mexico and quite a few other

countries for 90 days without having to buy a visa makes me wonder why I keep going

back to Thailand at all. Wake up Tourism of Thailand and I would hope that the

government of Thailand realizes that times are change, as well as the type of

tourist is changing as well. The world economy is in bad shape, and the fewer people that

still can afford to travel are getting smarter.

Mango Bob, are you in the central part of Thailand? I was up to Kamphaeng Phet 2 years ago

and it was rainy then, I can certainly see why they need the water in that province.

Good luck to all farmers and people growing fruit and vegetable for them selves in

Thailand.

This news story is just one of the countess reason to wipe out ISIL, and the rest

of the terrorist groups. I doubt that this will happen in my life time though, as

they seem to have lots of supporters.

Nice looking couple. ha ha.

I m glad I stayed at Jomtien near Soi 5 as it was quieter and the Norway people I met

were older and retired and only drank beer, wine and spirits and partied

until 3AM. I found that Pattaya is just too wild for me to stay at for more than a

day trip. I still like staying at Hua Hin for a couple weeks as I feel safer both

day or night. Just my opinion of course as I don't go as crazy any more.'Stargeezer

We are well past the first horse man. Actually the trumpets have been blowing for a while.

The Daes or ISIL scum are just another visible reminder of how far along we

really are, and don't forget about the others like the Taliban, Boko Haram, El Qaeda

and such. What a bunch of animals.

Don't worry about China. We are all on the same ship steaming ahead

in a great rush. Nothing to worry about at all. OH! is that an Ice burg

straight ahead?

I bet there are many stories that are happening in Germany that we do not hear

about. Just like the mess the migrants left on their way from Greece to Germany,

would not have been exposed if it was not for some people who took pictures

and videos of the behavior of these people. Now with the attack on the women,

I think Germany and Europe is in for more tough times.

The thing to remember at airports is that, you are among a lot

of travellers that you do now know. You are also dealing with airport

staff who could get injured if there is anything like a bomb around the

airport. Keep you jokes for other places, and do not yell Hi Jack when you are

on board the Jet either. Just a reminder, that there are some people such as ISIL and

the other thugs, who also travel about. How does the security people at airports

know that you are not one of them.

Wonderful, Saudi Arabia and Iran having more reasons to hate each other.

Will we have to worry about rockets flying from one of these countries to the other?

I am confused just who to cheer for. This stuff will never be over in our life times.

Just wonder what will be happening next.

Geezer

India and China have to get serious with their pollution, or the

rest of the world will continue to suffer. I do not believe in anyone being

charged with a carbon tax in any other country until the real polluting

countries try harder to lower their pollution emissions.

When I read Flayed, I was hoping for a picture of the Stocks and a whip of some kind.

I think the word scolded may have been more appropriate. Just another rich person

trying to get out of doing any time in jail for the wrong that they have done.

Next story please.

I have seen many drivers using their cell phones, and especially on the mini buses that

I take from Bangkok to Hua Hin, as well as Bangkok to Jomtien. I do not think that these drivers

could make a living without their cell phones as they are in contact with clients and other workers

of the bus company through out their travels. I have also seen some drivers texting, and that is

not a good thing to see when your bus is going down the highway at 110KMs.

I feel sorry for these people on this tour bus who had their lives affected by this careless

driver. RIP to the person who was killed.

Geezer

It seems like most countries in the world, the Thai people are no different.

In Thailand I have seen private lenders all over, just as in Canada we see the

Pay Day loan places and HFC Finance if it still exists, or other business in Canada

or USA that will lend money at huge rates. Wait! those real crooks are call credit card

companies. I forgot how much interest they all charge us.

I understand the story headline. I am also in Thailand where English is

not the first language so I do understand the retranslation of this article.

It may have been more correct to say that the vehicle flipped onto its

side during the accident. I am just glad to hear that the injuries were

all minor. Merry Christmas Everyone!

Geezer

Been There! Done that! Then rode a van with failing brakes to

the bottom of the mountain. Too damn cold, too scary and even paid 400B

so give me the beach any time!

Wow another way to have the politicians or their relatives to

get to the Senate! In Canada we are trying to get rid of our Senate for

this very reason!

This all may be good, but I would rather get a nice Visa for

6 months and a few entries without breaking my bank account.

Geezer

It was either extreme curiosity ordrunk or stoned. That was my first thought when I read this story.

I have ridden in many a Tuk tuk and found them to be a fast way to get around a short distance in Bangkok

or Phuket. Or a way to get back to Kata Beach from Karon when I had too many drinks and the

night was late.

Geezer

I really wish I could be around Thailand for New Years. I have always had a great time in Thailand,

during the New Years celebrations. Maybe Next year or in 2017 as I plan to get back to Thailand

for Christmas and New Years soon. Merry Christmas to All!

Good Luck for 2016. Have a drink for the Geezer and have a good time.

Stargeezer

After watching the video of the family of one victim, I will agree that

these two innocent looking men likely committed this crime, and deserve their fate. Could you sit through all

of the court time that they did and do any better? That is my question to the rest of this forum's

audience. These 2 guys had SEVEN lawyers to defend them and lost the case. The lawyers were also top lawyers

do not forget! RIP to the two victims who should have been able to enjoy a wonderful vacation

in Thailand instead of meeting a cruel viscous end. My condolences to the family and friends of the

victims I hope you are able to get over this tragedy and still enjoy

Thailand in the future as a nice holiday destination.

What a nice Christmas gift from the police. I spent 1 month in Thailand and am happy

to say that I never got checked or fined once. It was a nice holiday but on the 26th I must

return to Canada, land of snow and ice until April. In Calgary at least we do have Chinooks

to help keep the Winter to a warmer than other places Winter.

Good Bye and Good Luck to all those who get to spend all of the Winter here in LOS

I doubt that we will ever see the American get tougher gun laws, as the

idea of some people is that the country may be invaded, and of course they

have to all be armed. The USA people have a different attitude than say Australians, or

my country Canada. I have a few friends and even relatives, that I am very glad that

they can only get a rifle or shotgun, as they are such hot heads, I would worry if

they packed a pistol anywhere at any time. Heck I am even worried that they have a

rifle and shotgun. I even see on this forum, just who are American expats and who are not.

It is that obvious.

You think that Beijing has dirty air, go to many cities in

India and see what real bad pollution or SMOG looks like.

And they do not put out index readings, pretty disgusting.

I was glad that Bangkok had pretty good air quality for

the month that I was visiting in Thailand. The 4 days of clean air in Hua Hin

and 3 more days in Jomtien were also a blessing for my lungs though.

Is Italy trying to descend into the gutter of dirtier air?