kwilco

not an opinion!

you need to read bad science by Ben Goldacre before you comment.

I bet the ones who died wished they'd taken you advice.

...and.... your point being?

I think it could go both ways really. More tourists/ foreigners concentrated in hotspots = more chances for stuff to happen—fights, petty theft, nightlife drama. That’s kind of expected in places like Pattaya and Phuket. But if people are seeing a real uptick in serious incidents this year (and locals seem to be saying the same), maybe it’s just confirmation bias, but it's hard to say without stats, but the reports feel more frequent lately. Also, with everyone filming everything now, stuff gets noticed more—even if it always happened. Either way, better enforcement wouldn’t hurt.

somebody nailed his head to a coffee table?

why is it racists always argue that things they said if did aren't racist - they clearly believe it's OK to be racist.....I expect they justify it by being "high-class"

or are you just more awae of the danger?

ve you visited these falls - their health and safet record is appalling - I doubt if he even new he was steeping out too far - However I guess you are much cleverr - even though you have no idea of the situation?

Really or are you just self-cokpensating? Apparently he was insured but stepped out of te "safe" zone.

Nope - Just like common sense

A picture says a thousand words......

What do you mean? As a tourist he would have travel insurance. - THe sad thing about expats is that so many are underinsured and have no true cover if they get seriously ill or injured - You choose you cover and should know what it is.

Who are 'they" and who are the ones who "didn't lie"? - follow thiese simple rules Tested repeatedly, • Supported by data, • Accepted by experts, • and most importantly Refined over time

QED!

precisely not! - most things here are not opinion

Not only do people not understand wat "opinion means it seems they don't understand the word "theory" either.......so for those who don’t understand how science works here’s an explanation of what “Theory” really means in science Have you ever heard someone say, “It’s just a theory”? Well, whilst that might work in everyday talk it doesn’t cut mustard in science. In everyday life, a theory is synonymous with “guess” or “hunch”. In science, a theory is a powerful explanation backed by tons of evidence. e.g - scientific theories like evolution, gravity, astronomical or germ theory are • Tested repeatedly, • Supported by data, • Accepted by experts, • and most importantly Refined over time So next time you hear “just a theory”, remember it is a sign they don’t understand what they are talking about; in science, “theory” is as strong as it gets. Of course foil-hatters, flat-earthers, climate deniers and their ilk can't do any of that When people try to deride a theory, they can’t unless they have proper scientific evidence which they usually don’t understand as they are already using the term “theory” incorrectly – the scientific equivalent of what they are referring to is “Hypothesis” (a guess) but even that can be tested.

and do you think they were "wrong"??

Of course.That would indicate yo don't understand what a scientific theory is. BTW they didn't just have one either

why wait?

sounds like you are under insured!

I get the feeling you don't understand viruses, the immune system or any of this works?

so how does your post help?

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Those who use the term "backpacker" as a catch-all insult reveal more about their own ignorance than they do about the travelers they're attempting to dismiss. "Backpacker" is not a synonym for cheap, disrespectful, or disruptive; it's a broad label encompassing independent travelers who often contribute more meaningfully to local economies than mass-tourism resort guests. Many backpackers spend months in a country, investing in homestays, local food, transportation, and off-the-beaten-path communities that rarely see tourist money. They are often the first wave of discovery that later supports broader tourism infrastructure. To deride them without defining who they are or understanding how they travel is lazy and uninformed.