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For many arriving from wealthy countries for the first time, they might not consider 1,200 Baht expensive for a 1 hour taxi ride from an official airport service. In their home country, a 1 hour taxi ride can easily be $100-$200 USD.

The things these scrappies will do for some Baht. Like those that decided it was a good idea to use an oxy-acetylene torch to cut up an unexploded WW2 bomb in northern Bangkok a few years ago. It wasn't unexploded then! https://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/apr/02/second-world-war-bomb-explodes-bangkok https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombing_of_Bangkok_in_World_War_II

Isn't an under 20yr old considered as "underage" here in Thailand? I'm not sure of the law. Checked in to a hotel in Pattaya a few weeks ago and there was a notice on the counter that no under 20yr old companions were permitted (all ID cards checked apparently).

Another unnecessary tragedy. Probably too fast and not paying attention to the road. No mention of intoxication or helmet use. The truck was very easy to see with lights on a well lit road. Can't see any blame for the truck driver. The wide turn looks like it was required to enter the store's premises.

I now use the A2 bus for DMK at just 30 Baht. Avoids the taxi driver menace and often long wait times and rejections for Bolt/Grab too.

I say name and shame with a mugshot of the driver and his vehicle with licence plate numbers shown. That would act as a deterrent to others (loss of face).

Such sad news. She's now only worth £25 million. F.F.S how many of here would like to have a fraction of that and be happy.

Why even do that, just get down to Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang and select another pristine model before it rots into the ground? Why not a nice big Boeing B747 or an Airbus A380? Very nice planes and plenty of space for generals and cronies! Even better for humanitarian needs too!!! At this time, does the Thai air force really need a "new" plane? An 18 year old airframe still has at least 12 years left of service at least.

Once submitted, a search should show that the entry was registered on the system. There is no approval. I did my own TM30 yesterday after arriving back in Thailand as I will need to visit immigration this month to extend extension of stay. After submission, I logged back in again to TM30 Online, entered the date and it showed my full submission details. Printed it out ready for visit to IO in 2 weeks.

My 19yr old son was offered an apprenticeship in the nuclear propulsion arm of the MOD. Unfortunately he could not join it due to his dual UK/Thai citizenship. He's since been doing something else also involved in defence. Proud of him in his work.

The French are never happy.

It is a shame that it wasn't started earlier, but a Thai passport could have been obtained while still in the USA before travelling to Thailand. Would appear not enought time now before planned travel. My Thai son got his Thai birth certificate and Thai passport issued from the Thai Consulate in London before he ever travelled to Thailand. No critiscism of the OP but I'm curious as to why so many people who are eligible for citizenships, leave it such a long time to apply. In my mind it's a very important matter to have travel and citizenship documents for all countries a child or adult is entitled to. My son had both British and Thai birth certificates and passports within 2-3 months of birth. Just makes life a lot easier and avoids these kind of issues later.

DPM, Health minister and acting Transport minister. Does that mean he's getting 3 x salaries and 3 x "benefits"?

Only in Thailand. There's a lot underlying this, with court cases and National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) being involved. Don't see this saga ending, or payment forthcoming anytime soon.

Should be straight to court, fined, community service and criminal record. No excuse for behaviour like this. A sorry and a wai not sufficient.

Trying to understand your thinking here. For example; if I murdered someone 40 years ago that wouldn't be as bad as murdering someone yesterday? Or does it vary with the type of crime?

If travelling reasonably light and solo, I've now taken to using the train more often simply to avoid taxi hassles from Suvarnabhumi. With road tolls and airport charge the fee is nearly 500 Baht vs 70 Baht by two trains these days anyhow.

I did that last year after meter refusal, thinking I was being smart. Taxi driver got out and chased me down Sukhumvit. Thankfully it was mostly for show and he gave up quickly. I won't do it again.

I agree with that mostly. The problem is that you never know if you're going to get a bozo taxi driver who does not know the most efficient (traffic free) route or doesn't use Google maps. It's for this reason, that where possible, I try to use Grab so they have a map although that occasionally fails as Grab maps are different to the more reliable Google maps with traffic. I frequently have to instruct drivers on the route before they make an exit into traffic mayhem. For the OP, I'd say it's a close call timewise taxi vs train at that time/day to that destination.

Easy cheap shot regurgitated frequently over the last 30+ years. Talk to any Burmese on the street or running a small business, and ask them if they would rather that foreigners don't come, and they'll tell you they want more visitors. You don't know how much support we give to ordinary Burmese people on our visits. 100% of the money from those paying fees to immigration to do a "border bounce" is going to government or it's employees.

The black car at night car could have been difficult to see. The red light should have been obvious. So what was the rider thinking? Just blast through a red light or was he totally oblivious to any of his surroundings? No mention of whether or not he was wearing a helmet. Suspect not.

Jeez, that's one hell of a stopping distance! Tragic outcome for all involved. Both types of vehicle can be a menace on Thai roads. Dangerous U-turns too, make it all a recipe for disaster. RIP.

From The Sun article: “Glitter is suspected of trying to access prohibited material online. It is thought those attempts were unsuccessful, but that in itself is enough to reach the recall threshold. “However, his phone will now be forensically analysed to determine exactly what he might have been searching for.” The Probation Service confirmed Glitter’s recall, saying: “Protecting the public is our priority. “That’s why we set tough licence conditions and when offenders breach them, we don’t hesitate to return them to custody.” Being returned to jail simply under suspicion? Pretty strong stuff. If only they would control other suspects in the same way.

No chance. Land borders with Myanmar are not open to foreigners. Only for locals on border passes. For us foreigners, the only method of entry to Myanmar is by air and then only to Yangon and Mandalay airports. The visa application process is tedious - see here - and costs $50USD + insurance costing $50USD too. See here and be sure to read the section in red regarding land border restrictions. We just got back this evening from 5 days in Yangon. We had a great time and it was so nice to be back there enjoying meeting the people, delicious food, sightseeing and shopping. While there, we saw fewer than 100 westerners.

If she has Thai citizenship and Thai ID card there is no reason that she couldn't work. Regardless of which passport she entered the country on. And anyway, how many millions of Thais don't have any kind of passport. How would any employer even know? And why would they care? She is a Thai citizen.