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It’s not been on news etc, I’m not exaggerating, a friend of mine who has never been sick in her life had the same, her husband and daughter too. I didn’t catch it from them, I caught it certainly in Venice airport in the New Year rush. I saw my doctor, enough for me and he said the hospital was fulll. You hardly hear a thing about Covid anymore. Just wear a mask in crowded places, wash hands. Up to you. ( I had Covid in March 2022 and it was like a short sniffle , 3 days).

Not true everywhere!! It’s been very bad in lots of EU countries with the hospitals full again . I’ve had it myself, and this particular strain often affects the bronchial and lungs and it’s a bad and nasty infection. My DR says he’s getting 10 patients a day ( small village) with the same symptoms. Knocked me for six, cortisone and antibiotics to treat the lung infection.

It was a mistake from the beginning, very badly thought out and no control over the outcome at all. i don’t believe in open drug sales/shops , advertising, on every street corner. It would be difficult to control in educated countries and governments in the west are wary because of this. In Thailand it’s a complete mess. I was young too through the 60s and 70s and I dread to think what would have happened if it had become a free for all. It attracted all the wrong “ tourists” / people to Thailand , I could see Thailand turning into a modern day Goa or Katmandou. Making it so easy and cheap to buy has harmed a lot of Thais in my opinion.

A beret will not protect enough and it’s warm to wear, also not uva proof.

Great tip. Go to any of the big Malls such as Central. Go to the men sports department nat the back usually. There you have brands like Colombia, North Face, you will find the brimmed hats you’re looking for, UVA proof, good quality you can wash and wear forever. Don’t muck with the sun on your face / head. in Bangkok there are many specialty trecking shops, online too, but better to try the hat on before buying it ! I like the Australian type myself that really are the best and made for purpose.

I really don’t know why you all keep getting exasperated, upset, infuriated by this story, which has been beaten to death over 5 months. When he announced his return , it was a given that it was planned well in advance and that he wouldn’t be imprisoned. It was planned by the government . Thaksin is a billionaire in his own right, he was Prime Minister, not a common thief or murderer who was going to sit in jail. Yes, he’s been ill before returning to Thailand . By the way, Happy Birthday MR Thaksin !!

They already do ask for passports.For the moment you can always find an exchange that won’t .

How does this affect tourists ??

Spider-Man ?

It’s very popular all over the world. Don’t knock what you don’t like. Personally, I like the comfortable armchairs, a newspaper if I want one, spotless restrooms in or near by. Nice snacks. Wifi . Air con . Watery ? There’s all sorts of coffee , express, decaf, latte , Americano , lots. You don’t like it, don’t go. Too expensive , go elsewhere. Great ones in Bangkok ! My go to is in Gaysorn plaza, barista and all the luxury, same price as other Starbucks. Each to his own. Whatever, it’s a huge success around the world.

Yes easier to take the visa run company. The Thai hustlers on the Cambodian side can be a bit overwhelming. Where are you going ?

The woman actually fell down the lift shaft . What the article doesn’t say, is why, how it happened , which floor was the lift on, and from what floor she fell. Details matter.

As said above the woman stuck in an ascending lift is a completely different article , added onto to the real article.

Thailand should be absolutely shamed of itself and its government lack of interest. Just compare statistics of total,EU deaths per year compared to Only Thailand. There are less deaths in the whole of EU than in Thailand in one year !!( under 21000 in EU countries ). in the UK, where no one can claim it’s a country of non drinkers, in the previous 3/4 years road deaths average 1600. Government , get off your lazy backsides an d finally put an end to this daily carnage on your roads. Re create your traffic Police methods, Absolutely no more cash payments for fines , on roadside or not. Get working traffic lights and cameras, put the police back on the roads. Thailand is a total disaster, and while many foreigners gladly drive in most countries without fearing of death , driving on a simple highway in Thailand is a nightmare. Thai families left devastated and penniless after these thousands of yearly accidents , Government, this is all your fault, the total disinterest in your own people, and the tragedy they go through because of your negligence! Lack of education, then teach them. Not forgetting , if it interests you PM Srettha Thavisin, the world has been watching this for a long time. Do something to get their trust back.

The only way is to put your foot down once and for all. Tell them subject closed. 2000B , no more talk, or you stop the payment completely. Don’t argue, don’t explain, and your wife must say the same thing and refuse any other exchanges on the subject.

What does that mean ? She plugged her hairdryer in a faulty plug or what ?

Also, as DrJack says above, it’s not a “ visa run “ it’s a border hop !! A visa run is when you go to another neighboring country ( Laos/ Cambodia/ Malaysia etc) and apply there at the Thai Embassy for a Tourist Visa. So what you are doing is border hops. And no, with flights , they are not restricted to 2.

While we’re on the subject, what are the best Netflix films lately ?? Thanks.

You may all laugh , but these “ influencers” can earn a fortune!!

Exactly! Gets on my nerves to hear the “ convict at large” spouting in every article. Someone ought to explain the meaning to the authors.

Fast track or not, you still wait over an hour for your baggage. Ridiculous.

He will get stopped by immigration. Certainly detained, it’s 11 years . I hope at least he has a passport or emergency passport. The OP can’t help any more, people getting deported after a few months on overstay are on the news daily.

It’s a sport, not entertainment, but most on here don’t get it. Quite common in Europe and US too. Nothing to do with ones you’ve got in mind readers ! it’s very hard to master , I’ve seen a friend doing it at home, fantastic.

You don’t live in the real world. Many thousands flocking into Europe who speak no English/ French/ etc, have no qualifications and are enticed by other refugees who falsely broadcast free money / housing/ child care /education and benefits . This is the reason those refugees are living hand to mouth under bridges and in infestation rife campsites such as in Calais . There is no housing available , even for the people including nationals !!!! UK for one is much too over populated, chasing rents sky high. It’s not fair to all the younger generation who have studied hard , or learnt a trade, to then not even find an apartment or decent housing to live in !!!!!! This is why the governments must give out international warnings to stop the refugees trying to escape their own countries illegally. It is up to these African nations to care for their folk. Their leaders already receive huge handouts from the western world, they should not be putting that money into their own pockets !!! The world must come together to send a message to these corrupt leaders. Yes, illegal immigrants must be stopped for the good of everyone, and to save thousands from death on those flimsy boats. There should be a new international Police organization dealing with this tragedy.

They do, I’ve seen it myself. Do the travel agencies they have popping up all have licenses? Don’t know. They bought lots of cheap condos in the past 10 years, then rent them out to Russian acquaintances/ tourists. Probably villas too. Then they taxi them about, same system. I’ve been to a Russian owned , seemingly Thai massage , and the girl told me it was a Russian boss. They have restaurants too, look top of Jomtien , Russian market/ food etc and a whole load of condos . They probably have all sorts of professions on hand, plumbers etc. They seem to live cheaply, I moved away, but one condo I was in, the whole ground floor were Russians studios. And they were cooking what smells like cabbage soup all day, horrendous. Loud Russian music at the pool, screaming kids , I moved after a few months. I’ve heard walking street also has Russian girl bars.