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I had same issue a couple of years ago on my ADV150. Simply bought a battery charger on Lazada and charged the battery overnight. Good to go after that. The battery is quite small so easy to discharge.

OP. Welcome to Thailand!

If there is any flooding around National Stadium then that truly would be a disaster. I'm hoping that these floods don't escalate to the levels (or worse) than 2011.

When a government tells the public "not to panic" they know what they are doing and shaping anxieties further to control the populace into compliance of their rules. Here currently in the UK there is hardly ever any mention of Covid. Only news is invitations for over 65's to register and get theit FIFTH vaccination. My mum is getting hers on Saturday.

When the Honda dealer registered my new bike in 2020 I gave them the Pink ID, Yellow book, copy of my passport and Visa/extension. Not sure if the passport and visa were really required but it was first time the dealer had registered for a foreigner. Got the registration done and geeen book within 2 days and the dealer seemed surprised how easy it was (no reason why it should have been difficult IMO). I'd just ensure you have copies of all and it should be easy. Of course, different offices can do things differently. My case was DLT Morchit in Bangkok.

I'm sure that you do have a "fantastic mechanic" and I don't doubt that there are places to get good service on your Chevy. My point was based on being able to find an equally capable mechanic elsewhere or upcountry if travelling or you move to live elsewhere. That is the reason why I would only consider Toyota or Isuzu as they are ubiquitous all over Thailand (and even neigbouring countries) so virtually all garages will know how to service, obtain parts and repair properly.

Go through immigration before midnight then if you are worried.

Never rely on anyone (Thai or otherwise) for directions. Google maps and advance research (streetview) is the key. Never have any problems with that and I often find some hidden gems of places by looking at maps.

My 2 bed condo is not far from you. I pay government rate and have MEA bill in my name. These days I never pay more than 2,500 Baht a month and when there always have at least one A/C running. Watch a lot of TV and have hot water showers. My 3 x A/Cs are modern inverter types and I keep on 25c. YOU are being ripped off rotten. My advice is to MOVE.

Interesting analysis. Only ever been to Nong Khai. Would like to visit the other places and see for myself.

IMO crazy to buy anything other than Toyota or Isuzu truck in Thailand. You need back-up and service.

Great trip to Pai in October 2020. Bros no hoes. Fantastic and no drama! DJI_0571.MP4

Some interesting coffee shops to stop at....

Ignore mellow. More like Yee Haaa!

In the south.

Friend of mine is of Greek origin (an Aussie) and just visited family in Greece. He was much happier to spend a month in Thailand after his visit to Greece. To solve the issue of Thais having to apply for Schengen visas maybe it could work better in reverse whereby the Greeks get extra easy visa exempt access to Thailand and using the Greek national carrier (rather than Thai Airways). Surely, as Thailand is such a wonderful place there will be a flood of quality European tourists from the Hellenic Republic? No mention of where The Governor of the Tourism Organization of Thailand, Yuthasak Supasorn, attended a meeting with the General Secretary of Tourism Policy and Development, Olympia Anastasopoulou, with the aim of reviving tourism cooperation between both territories. Was it a free junket to or from Greece or was it in his office in Thailand? And, is that "Tourism Organization of Thailand" or "Tourism Authority of Thailand" TOT or TAT?

I had a tooth extraction in the UK in June this year. They gave me painkillers and antibiotics with instruction only to use them if infected and in pain. The course must be finished once started.

The tropical monsoon rains and storms can be very localised. Even just a few KMs apart one place can be completely dry and the other place totally flooded.

Thanks. I looked at the options from other Siam Rent and prices were about same as hiring a commuter van with driver including fuel etc. Whilst researching further I came across www.thaitransfers.com who have now quoted me very favourable rates for the whole trip. We will go with them as it saves me the hassle of driving and parking etc. I've posted their quote response below. Bear in mind that there are two days of no use however we would still have had to pay car hire for those two days. Will try to update here after the trip in case it's useful for anyone else. >> Hi, I need to rent a van with driver for my family. We are 7 passengers. >> >> 22nd October - BKK Airport to Phaholyothin Soi 3, Phaya Thai and then >> afternoon city sightseeing > Transfer by minivan airport - hotel 900 Baht, rent minivan for Bangkok > dowtown tour 2400 Baht for 9hours >> 23rd October - Phaya Thai to Samut Songkhram and return to Phaya Thai > Rent minivan for 9 hours 2800 Baht >> 24th October - No transport >> 25th October - Phaya Thai to Kirimaya, Pak Chong, Khao Yai > Transfer by minivan one way 3300 Baht >> 26th October - Khao Yai National Park sightseeing > Rent minivan for 9 hours tour around park 2800 Baht >> 27th October - Khao Yai to Ban Pe Pier, Rayong > Transfer from Khao Yai to port 6400 Baht >> 28th October - No transport >> 29th October - Ban Pe Pier Rayong to Pattaya > Transfer from port to Pattaya 2400 Baht >> 30th October - Pattaya local sightseeing > Pattaya city tour by minivan 9 hours 2900 Baht >> 31st October - Transfer from Pattaya to BKK airport > Transfer from Pattaya to Bangkok airport 1800 Baht > > When transfer include costs petrol, expressway, minivan with driver > > When tour include price minivan with driver, petrol, time for rent 9 > hours

I need to rent a 7 passenger minivan/MPV in Bangkok from 22nd to 31st October. The nearest suitable vehicle I can find from the rental agencies is a Toyota Fortuner with 2 very small fold down seats in the rear. This is not suitable as we need 7 adults and baggage. I tried Europcar, Avis, Hertz and online brokers with no joy. Does anyone here know where I might rent something susch as an Alphard or similar? Any help very much appreciated.

During the Icelandic Volcanic Ash Cloud closing western European airspace back in 2010, my wife, son and I were "trapped in Thailand" for an extra week at the end of our trip. Were we bothered? Hell no as it was the best and most relaxing part of the Easter/Songkhran holidays. Our airline added extra flights once airspace was reopened and got us back to the UK without further delay. That airline was Thai Airways. Excellent customer sevice. The guy in the story should learn to make the best of the situation and stop whining. There are worse places to be "trapped".

Two friends and I had this random encounter just after we arrived in Arunothai on the Thai/Burma border in October 2020. There was a bit misunderstood in the noise of the road however the lady's English was amazing. She said Chinese town with Akha people. Would not admit as "hilltribe" maybe not appropriate. Either way, these ladies were fun and definitely not selling wooden frogs on KSR. We had a great evening and would love to re-visit.

I was at Walking Street last Wednesday and nobody grabbed my @rse or anything else at 04:00am. Not even my GF as we stumbled home. No mention of the tourist's nationalaity from what I read so far.

and soon 88 Pence Per KWH here in the UK. What was the cost to fry this unfortunate? That said, surely a non-fatal animal electric fence such as farmers use would have been sufficient. RIP

Change your name and get a new passport. I know a Thai who has done that at least twice. Will the fingerprints on arrival be an issue? Not sure. Cheaper option than 800k to a shark lawyer IMO. Worth a try and you get to choose a new name ????