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2 hours ago, bradiston said:

So according to the first 2 photos, it's started. What's the plan? I never did find out. Uprooting trees not a good sign.

Looks like they’re getting rid of the road side  parking. Hope they leave the trees. 

2 hours ago, johng said:

I think the "pumping station" at the beginning of Walking Street claims top prize...for gut renching smells.

How about the drain near Royal Garden Plaza ( 2nd rd) in front of the big dirty Chinese restaurant selling roast ducks on the corner ! I give that one top marks, I hate to think what’s down there. 

10 hours ago, JimTripper said:

See all those businesses that lay a mat over the metal grill on the sidewalk? (especially massage shops). That's open sewer, not rain drains. They are trying to block the smell.

They’ve been doing that since I remember, 1984 , I thought it was to stop the  rats popping out ! 

To me, sounds like she was drunk. Went downstairs ask / check the husband’s whereabouts/ car. Maybe the security man doesn’t understand.She gets annoyed and there it all goes downhill. .Looks like a very high standing building. Seems to me that the CCTV tells all . I hope the guy doesn’t get into trouble. 

On 4/23/2024 at 4:10 AM, ChaiyaTH said:

6 months a year is peanuts, you will never have a issue to make that work. Best would be a tourist visa from back home each time at first, that will get you 90 days including an extension, to then do a first border run + extension and then a second border run + extension possible again. 

Don't listen to the posts here with people; oh you can not do this, you could be denied entry bla bla bla. It is very simple to explain to immigration: I like Thailand a lot and always work 6 months per year really hard double shifts, to then stay here 6 months. Ok sir, have a nice day.

Agree,  I’ve never had a problem in over 30 years. One tourist visa 60 days + 30 days extension. Then I go on holidays for a week or more to a neighboring country, do another 60 day visa +30 days extension.  I stay through the European winter months, then home to  S of France  for the other  6/7 months. All totally legal. 

On 4/21/2024 at 11:46 AM, Hummin said:

For me it would had been a no go no matter what, and for many reasons. 

 

Two main reasons

The age

Lack of Communication 

 

 

Many Thai girls get married at that age. A bit less in today’s world. 

So, charge 300 baht to pay for the lack of infrastructure and the monstrous queues at Thai airports . That’s charging the tourists for the government’s mistakes ( thieving). Thailand is a mess . 

On 4/20/2024 at 12:54 PM, georgegeorgia said:

Just had a friend in WhatsApp staying in Pattaya 19 nights staying in Airbnb  a Condo with no money safe

 

Yes he should of asked first before renting it off Airbnb but he says you can't contact the owner first on this Airbnb .

 

Do they have portable money safes in Pattaya stores he can go to ?

Ok think there is a hardware store near Tony's Gym ,maybe they sell it hen but as I said useless without it being drilled down 

 

I suggested putting his cash in his suitcase under the bed ,I mean it's unlikely anyone is going to break into his unguarded Condo 

I think it's FLYBIRD 

 

Even if he was to buy a small money box it wouldn't be drilled down

 

Freezer may be a good place 

Under the bed 

On top of wardrobe

 

 

He is mentioning a PIR portable  alarm apparently goes off if someone is in sight so could scare off thieves ,where do you buy these 

Just tell him to go to the main office of TT exchange on second road , right side going after school/Wat/ baht bus stop. Go inside , and he can rent a safe , minimum one month but it’s cheap enough. It’s a proper bank safe with individual boxes. There’s one in Jomtien too near the Hemingway pub.,

Yes, think you’re right , better to try the international school in Bangkok first to see how they manage. Just imagine taking them  abroad only to find out they are a bit disadvantaged ?  The whole procedure would be a mess and not a good experience for the kids. 

On 4/20/2024 at 4:35 AM, goldenbrwn1 said:

One thing i have noticed in the last 10/15 years here, is the amount of Thais with acne issues these days. Either full blown or covered in scars from it. Not sure if this is a cause of eating habits changing and the copious amounts of sugar in their diet??

True, I’ve noticed lots with bad acne. Maybe food related or the terrible creams/ whitening they use on their face.

1 hour ago, Sheryl said:

It is not really clear what is meant by "failure to report her entry".

 

Might simply mean no TM30 filed.

This is what I understood. So the Aussie defrauded her of that much money, she followed him to Thailand to try and save the money. ( forgot to do a TM 30 totally plausible) The Aussie, made up the story of her wanting to kidnap the child to get away with not returning the money .

Nothing I have read on the ladies profile hints to her being some sort of crazed kidnapper. There again………..

On 4/20/2024 at 2:39 AM, simon43 said:

Tipping was never a thing in the UK, except for a small tip for the barber and taxi driver.  So no, I haven't changed my habits since leaving the UK 22 years ago.  I tip the barber and I tip the taxi/motodip driver - that's it 🙂

I remember my father always leaving a tip in restaurants when I was young.( 40 ++ years ago. )  I asked once why, and he said because they work damned hard with a smile. Which they do, like my father I always tip, yes taxis too if they’re on time and drive safe. Otherwise my mum always had a Christmas envelope for the milkman, coalman, etc.

On 4/18/2024 at 12:12 PM, ThaiPauly said:

I miss old Bernard......I wouldn't have minded his job at the Post though !

So who would you vote for to take Trinks place ( if there was one !) on the new ASEAN Now ??? Candidates for the post ?

I for one believe in the preservation of these old buildings. The situation alone is probably worth the money in today’s world. 
I love visiting these beautiful  houses , there are still quite a few around, Phuket, Hua Hin.  Singapore, Penang, Malacca, Tokyo and Kyoto have some of the most beautiful, love them.Personally, I could live in one easily. Jim Thomsons is a dream. 

Whatever the story is, those photos are very strange !! Is that a woman  with a headscarf and cheap plastic slip ons ?? 

9 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

Not that it will influence your train of thought and attitude one iota, but here is just one link. 

 

https://www.thaipbsworld.com/ex-immigration-chief-surachate-given-stern-warning-

This was when Surachate complained about the installation of the new airport entry system that was costing the country a fortune and had many faults. He spoke about it to the Press . He was right ,and this had no slur on any foreigners. So what’s your point?

9 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

He was warned many times about his constant anti foreigner outbursts with the media. When he was finally fired from immigration, the PM had this to say, back in 2020.

 

In an order, issued today by the Prime Minister, Pol Lt-Gen Surachate, who is currently working as a civil servant attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, was told not to do anything which could be deemed to be gross misconduct, such as performing his duty dishonestly, filing false reports, bypassing his superior, abusing his authority, being careless in the performance of his duties, abandoning his duty or doing anything which could be deemed to be persecution or oppression of others.

Ah, so you believe General Prayut Chan o Cha now ? I know who Id  rather believe . 

From the photo, look at the background ! The jewelry stands are near the entrance of the mall. You can see the security guards legs in the photo. So easy to nip in and out. These thieves know how to rob. Distract the sales lady asking to look at something else, or a third accomplice opposite them. Central world side entrance has all the jewelry stands near the doors.

As for the thieves, could be from anywhere, Chinese / Thai/ other Asian. The guy could be a Falang. 

1 hour ago, john donson said:

time to install security doors on all those open shops

 

wonder why this snatching does not happen every single day, too easy, no security

Shopping mall !!! Why don’t readers read the story ?

26 minutes ago, Letseng said:

The distracted staff may be an accomplice. Staff in these shops doesn't get distracted as there are 2 staff per customer & a guy at the door.

Staff must have recognised nationality by their accent or if they spoke Thai. How did they know about "getaway taxi" reg.?

It was in a big shopping mall, not an independent shop !!!

An idiot , maybe showing off to he people he was with. They didn’t look impressed .

I’m angry at the government/ law makers in Thailand who allow these bucket cocktails and cheap alcoholic drinks to be served everywhere. Nothing is controlled , no hygiene and no rules . I know, as you all do, where to eat  and drink, but tourists from western countries have no idea what’s going in those drinks/ food preparation. Same with the cannabis shops, no checks, no control, leading to crazy/dangerous situations affecting foreigners and Thais alike.. 

On 4/11/2024 at 8:58 AM, Galong said:

Sponsor tastes nasty and it's full of chemicals. In its natural state, coconut water contains electrolytes such as potassium, sodium, magnesium, and phosphorus.  I cycle long distances every day regardless of the heat. I don't get dehydrated. I drink 3 to 4 liters of plain water per day. I eat a banana or two and some coconut water regularly.  

It’s handy to check your blood too. I was very low on potassium, I had 2 perfusions ( 2 hrs each) to get my levels back to the norm. Very dangerous. I also take a magnesium before bed to help sleep. My go to drink is fresh coconut water, love it and settles my stomach. Bananas, papaya, plenty water.