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Wonder what type of visa she has to live in the UK? As a Brit, I can't just up and go to the USA to live.

Sad for the Burmese people. I was in Yangon last year and saw no tourists. The Burmese people are struggling financially and for freedom. Of course, in conflict areas it's even worse. Now I see a number of travel YouTubers going to Myanmar and making clickbait headings such as "travelling Myanmar in 2024 is tough", "Journey into Myanmar's conflict zone" and "Entering Asia's most dangerous country". Not sure what to make of it having travelled the country extensively in the past.

At first, I thought a bus doing U-turn all the way from left side of road must be wrong. Bound to be bus driver's fault. After seeing the video, the bus driver had left plenty of space/time for the following traffic to react. 100% only the the truck driver to blame on this one. Thankfully no innocent passengers on the bus.

Tragic and unnecessary loss of life. RIP.

I got same email. Surprised it took YouTube so long. I switched from UK credit card to Kbank debit card and Google were able to authorise a zero baht transaction. Hopefully when they try to take the 179 Baht next month that will also get authorised.

I rented an ADV150 while in Hua Hin in early 2022. Hired it from Mr. A on Hua Hin Soi 61 road down to the beach (near the Centara Hotel). MAP HERE The rate was fair as far as I remember. Good bike and choice of many types. We went up to Pala-U waterfall for the day. The road down the coast to Pranburi and Sam Roi Yot is nice too.

Dark tinted front window could have played a part, but not mentioned in OP. Very common on pickup trucks.

Aren't there lower classes of cheaper insurance (2nd or 3rd) that will still cover theft (or fire)?

I predict... Netflix

...just before arriving at one of the two immigration halls of misery and up to 90 minutes waiting. Especially after many flights from China and India have arrived.

No mention of where the "cash rebate" is coming from. Does this mean that the Thai government will rebate 30% of all spending in Thailand by the production company? Would be nice to hear more detail. Could be a big incentive to film here.

It's all about entertainment and money. Netflix are going to do well. Will the punters get their money's worth? Could be either great spectacle or a total flop in the ring.

TomTom Traffic Index ranks Bangkok as 46th in the world for journey times. Whilst London ranks 1st worst in the world for slowest journeys. London has had a congestion charge since 2003 (now £15 or 660 Baht per day). I drive in London and Bangkok. I'll take Bangkok vs London anyday for driving around. All any new charge will do is cost motorists more and line the pockets of the BMA or Transport ministry. Traffic speeds and journey times will not improve.

They did this in London and it made the congestion greater than ever. Ever since, London traffic now moves at a slower pace than Bangkok traffic. Anyway, who's going to ride a bike to/from work in the tropical heat or monsoon rains.

If using a foreign debit card, the rate is normally set by the foreign bank. Most UK banks levy a fee of 2.5% also some banks vary from fee free to 3.5%. The Thai ATM bank does not normally set the exchange rate except of the "dynamic currency conversion scam" where they show you the rate. AI Overview Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) is a scam that can occur when using ATMs in Thailand and other countries: How it works DCC is a service that allows ATMs to display the transaction amount in your home currency, instead of the local currency. However, the foreign bank or ATM provider sets the exchange rate, which often includes a markup or extra fees. This means you may end up paying more than if you let your card's currency conversion do the work. How to avoid DCC To avoid DCC, you can choose to be charged in the local currency of the country you're in. When using an ATM in Thailand, you should always select the option "Without Conversion".

Ensure that the funds come from overseas and the applicant gets a copy of the incoming funds transfer from the receiving Thai bank (to prove it came from overseas). Immigration will want to see this on first application for Non-O retirement if doing legitimately.

Exactly. Either you pay for the damage or the 3rd party owner uses their insurance (if they have any) to pay for the damage. Guess who's really going to be held liable to pay? Unless you accept the risks, best not to hire in Thailand.

That's a seriously big market. Who really cares what bottled water they buy so long as it's safe and reasonably priced? It's not exactly like beer or wine or spirits with different flavours! Good luck to them if they think they'll get a ROI on this campaign.

What a total load of B.S! Airlines don't need to be told this. They know what earns most revenue and works best for them. Sounds like CAAT just want to earn more themselves by increasing airline traffic.

In any western country (and others), the piano teacher complainant would go to the police with her rape accusations. The police would collect any evidence and interview the accused. They would then either charge or release the accused. Anonymity would be preserved until charge and the lady would stay unnamed under law. Presenting a case and evidence by social media and television is not the way to go. Of course, Thailand and their police and judiciary operate differently. What type of "justice" is the lady really seeking? Seems purely financial to me. Meaning, if the accused did attempt rape, he would remain free to offend again.

They need to investigate Thaksin's stay at the police General hospital - VVIP residence. Really? Most can guess that there wasn't much wrong with him that couldn't have been treated in Dubai. So why did he return to Thailand at that time? Oh, and now his daughter is prime minister. Amazing coincidence.

Agreed. Data sharing of criminal convictions or wanted persons would be a good start. If entering the USA from Europe, the UK and likely other countries, the US immigration know if you are wanted or have a criminal record. Hell, they even knew 10 years ago that I had lost my UK passport and was travelling on the new replacement. Surely Thailand could also be part of data sharing.

Jeez, I don't see a problem if you are there watching the staff check the new phone. My GF bought a new Samsung last year. The store not only checked it, but updated it and transferred everything from the old phone too. She was able to walk out of the store with no worries about setting up the new phone. Great service!

Before the pandemic, I used to buy Thai Airways fully flex economy class from LHR/BKK/LHR. Unlimited free changes and 100% mileage. I would buy the ticket as soon as it went on sale for my expected travel dates, knowing I could change for free as I wished. That ticket used to cost about £850. The same ticket since the pandemic is normally over £1,600. I still fly Thai but on a slightly more restrictive ticket at a lower cost. The loss of British Airways capacity, and competition, on same route almost certainly led partly to the increase, as Thai knew they could charge more. Add to that, the restructuing of Thai from bankruptcy, and changes to the airline, then NO, it is not a ripoff but just market pricing.

Agreed. Even in private or with someone you love or trust! No good can come of it. Thais (and others) simply see cash as something to grab and spend as fast as possible. If you have cash, then clearly you don't need it (or it would have been spent already). That's the mindset of many Thais. A lesson learned.