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3 minutes ago, Mike Lister said:
And I was replying to your reply, that's the way it works in debates in forums.
Sigh ...
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1 minute ago, Mike Lister said:
Of course not! Foreign tourists are perfectly able to use their credit and debit cards at any number of business in Thailand, just not True Wallet.
I was replying to George's question. Read my post.
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7 hours ago, george said:
Seems like foreign cards are frowned upon everywhere in the country now. What could be the reason?
Thai bank push, in conjunction with the retail oligopoly, to force tourists to pay the extortionate ATM cash withdrawal fee?
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12 hours ago, Mike Lister said:I'm not sure how sound the business decision is that decides to stop accepting a major payment vehicle used by foreigners, it's not as if they can easily obtain a Thai credit card, although a Thai debit card is easy enough. They must be very confident they can force the foreigner to use a different payment method, without loosing them completely. Perhaps what this highlights is the lack of competition.
Agreed. Lack of competition among the large players continues to drag Thailand into the abyss.
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If you want Thais to install the 18k BTU unit in the large room, tell them you want it in the small room.
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1 minute ago, Bday Prang said:exactly its 43 deg who gives a to$$ about carbon emissions, leave that to the doom goblin Thunberg and others like her
I'll ponder my carbon emissions after Bill Gates sells his private jets and the Davos crowd is in prison.
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3 hours ago, Gecko123 said:
... and lower your carbon emissions as well.
Keep talking like that and someone gonna lower your carbon emissions ...
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Just slap some random photo on the news story ... that's the ticket.
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The reaction to the "pandemic" cost some unknown number of lives ...
FIFY
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1 hour ago, PomPolo said:
Have said this before and will say it again, at all the international airports they should just have a U-turn before passport control to take you back to your country on the same airplane you arrived in and buckets in the departure lounge that say "Please put in this bucket all the money you brought to spend on your holiday"
Why even say "Please".
Anyway, the great unwashed would still come.
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Another word in praise of Thailand Post. Been very impressed with their service.
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AN INTERNET ON LIFE SUPPORT
I used to think that the Dead Internet theory was just that—a theory, and an improbable one. Bots existed, but it was unlikely that the relatively dumb bundles of code behind them could have wiggled their way into every nook and cranny of the internet, generating nearly all of its content.
But with AI, it’s now possible that such a thing may happen, that AI could come to generate the majority of the content we humans see on the web. Indeed, a 2022 report from European law enforcement agency Europol pointed out that experts believe that as much as 90% of online content may be synthetically generated by 2026—90%!
If that’s the case, humans who want to engage with other humans and their creations may, for the first time in decades, have to avoid the internet and—gasp—return to the real world for authenticity. Sure, you won’t find shrimp Jesus there, but at least you’ll find some genuine human connection.
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https://www.fastcompany.com/91092650/dead-internet-theory-true-tiktok-ai-influencers
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Breaking News: Bangkok’s Street Food Stalls Engage in Hilarious “Pad Thai Battle”
Bangkok, Thailand — In an unexpected twist, the bustling streets of Bangkok turned into a culinary battleground yesterday as rival street food vendors engaged in a playful yet intense “Pad Thai Battle.”
The Great Noodle Showdown:
It all began near the iconic Victory Monument, where two neighboring pad Thai stalls—Pad Thai Queen and Noodle Ninja—decided to settle their longstanding rivalry. Instead of resorting to heated arguments or price wars, they opted for a more entertaining approach.
The Rules of Engagement:
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Noodle Slingshot: Each vendor had a giant slingshot loaded with cooked pad Thai noodles. Their goal? To fling noodles onto the other stall’s wok without getting caught.
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Chili Pepper Volley: The vendors took turns tossing fiery chili peppers across the narrow alley. The catch? The peppers had to land directly in the opponent’s spice mix.
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Wok Spin-Off: The highlight of the battle was the synchronized wok-spinning routine. Both vendors spun their woks like seasoned breakdancers, creating a mesmerizing spectacle for onlookers.
The Crowd Goes Wild:
Word spread quickly, and curious passersby gathered to witness the spectacle. Tourists, locals, and even stray cats formed a cheering audience. Spectators placed bets on which stall would emerge victorious.
Pad Thai Queen’s Secret Weapon:
Pad Thai Queen, known for her silky noodles and secret sauce, surprised everyone by donning oversized sunglasses and a feather boa. She twirled her wok like a disco ball, earning applause and laughter from the crowd.
Noodle Ninja’s Stealth Moves:
Noodle Ninja, on the other hand, relied on stealth. He wore a ninja mask and moved silently, dodging incoming noodles with ninja-like agility. His wok spins were so rapid that they created a mini cyclone of noodles.
The Grand Finale:
As the sun dipped below the horizon, both vendors faced off for the ultimate challenge: a pad Thai toss-up. They flung noodles high into the air, creating a noodle rainstorm. The crowd erupted in cheers as noodles rained down like confetti.
And the Winner Is…:
In a surprising twist, the battle ended in a tie. Pad Thai Queen and Noodle Ninja hugged, exchanged secret spice recipes, and promised to collaborate on a fusion dish called “Ninja Queen Pad Thai.”
Legacy of Laughter:
The “Pad Thai Battle” has become an instant legend in Bangkok. Locals now gather at the same spot, hoping for a rematch. Meanwhile, tourists snap selfies with the wok-spinning vendors, immortalizing the day when noodles became weapons of joy.
Disclaimer: This article is a work of fiction created by GPT4. Any resemblance to real events or persons is purely coincidental.
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ASEANNOW is Joining The Thaiger
Like watering down an already weak beer ...
Soon there'll be nothing at all worth viewing on the 'net.
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1 hour ago, zenobit said:
I have been using the option to file the "90-day report" online for over two years and it has always worked perfectly... until now.
Have you renewed your passport recently? That seems a possible factor in some other cases as reported here.
Not a solution but may help to eventually pinpoint the problem ...
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6 hours ago, rexpotter said:
And if is decent water every working staff in the area plus their uncle will be filling their bottles, and even the street vendors will get free water from them for their customers. Forget ti.
Exactly. Must charge for this service or it will fail.
Another foolish government initiative ...
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8 hours ago, bubblegum said:
Read this 3 times but still not sure what's it about.
The linked article is not much better. Writers at the Thai Examiner are apparently paid by the word.
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22 hours ago, KhunLA said:
And how long did they live at PKK municipality, if at all ? So he or she is 85 ish years old, or did they retire very early also. Or did someone tell them that ?
Again, I deal in real life experiences ... mine.
Of course it's changed, but nothing like Hua Hin, Patts, Phuket, most surfside towns with access to good public trans. Changed much less to where we used to live Udon Thani. Influx of expats & Thais there have caused congestion 10 fold from when I first got there.
PKK ... Still changing now, as housing in the west side of hwy 4 has increased. But between the surf and RR/hwy 4, not much has really changed. And I've been coming here for 20 year.
Only 2 larger hotels, an Amazon Cafe (new past year), and North side of bay, quite a few more restaurants for the weekenders to hang out at. As they tire of the congestion of Hua Hin, and go the extra hour south.
When weekenders are gone, it's back to real quiet, and when you drive by shops, they're open, but look closed.
Bur really noting compared to the changes & growth of the rest of the popular areas. West of hwy 4 is still mainly farming. Closer to Myanmar border, and all farming, as most don't have Chanote, so couldn't sell if they wanted to.
It's only 15 ish kilometers wide, and hwy 4 to to the surf is less than 1 kms, and most was occupied already, and not much to be sold and developed. No real public transport in town, so if not in town, or surfside, the land isn't worth much, and people don't want to live that rural.
Besids North of, is hills, and not allowed to build on. South is Khlong Won, some land there available, but then it's farming and National park. Nothing really till you get to Thap Sakae.
Population may have doubled in 20 yrs, municipality/amphur, then, 15/45k, now 27/90k. Surprisingly more than Amphur Hua Hin (65k(HH town 46k). Most of those being in town, explains the congestion, along with the HH weekenders from Bangkok , and gridlock.
Don't know where they are all hiding at PKK, (amphur), and a lot more out here in the sticks than I thought. Our district doesn't even have a wiki page link, so couldn't tell you the population.
Been to Bang Saphans, and they changed quite a bit, in 20 years, but since not much there at all back then, surfside, it's pretty noticeable, if you were then 20 years ago, as I visited back then.
Prachuap Khiri Khan, municipality is fairly all bought up, and has been for long time, so I know there won't be many changes in the future, in my life time. Some more housing out here, west side, but that's about it. No industry, commerce, or jobs to attract more people. No Uni, schools are a joke.
Surf is not swimmable (Ao Prachuap), and many don't know about Ao Manao, since on the RTAF base. Unless you self drive, you're not really going over there. We see some cycling tourist, but that's it, since no public transport.
Agree with about all you said here - particularly the relatively slow pace of development. But the last time I was there - ~ 5 years ago - the traffic had increased markedly, Wing 5 had become a pain to enter and the hill there had been closed, the interesting market at the border with Myanmar had been ruined, the public transport vans that once conveniently come into town were relegated to the outskirts, graffiti had started, Khlong Won had several new but apparently empty hotels, 'Golden Beach' was being developed ...
Oh, there's no "surf" within a 100 miles of PKK. That hasn't changed in 20 years.
Merriam Webster
noun
: the swell of the sea that breaks upon the shore
: the foam, splash, and sound of breaking waves
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5 minutes ago, KhunLA said:
We settle were we are, as it really hasn't changed in 20 years. Kind of amazing actually. If anything, better with additions of Makro, Global & HomePro.
That's Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan? Hasn't changed in 20 years?
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16 hours ago, Shetraveler said:
There is nothing in this world more disgusting than religious colonization.
How about eating a live monkey's brains from its sawed-open skull - while performing religious colonization.
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Avoid 'hypohydration'.
Andrew Huberman fans can check out his YT comments on the benefits of adding more table salt to ones diet.
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Smart! This way you can get clunked over the head just for your fake gold.
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On 4/5/2024 at 10:43 AM, Liquorice said:
Incorrect entry date upon entry into the kingdom/ Incorrect visa expiration date.
Precisely my recent experience as well.
On 4/5/2024 at 10:43 AM, Liquorice said:My extension expiry date (which is what they mean, and I've entered numerous times before) isn't a required field anyway, so should never be rejected for that reason.
Agreed, if the date entered is correct. I understand yours was; I didn't enter mine.
On 4/5/2024 at 10:43 AM, Liquorice said:I obtained a new passport last year and had stamps transferred to new passport.
I have made a successful online report since then.Same as my case.
On 4/5/2024 at 10:43 AM, Liquorice said:Just double-checking my details and I note when they transferred the stamps the IO has put the wrong entry date.
My newly recorded entry date is correct, as far as I understand it.
On 4/5/2024 at 10:43 AM, Liquorice said:That then beggars the question of why was my previous online application accepted.
Agreed.
There's evidently something amiss again with the 90-day online service.
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Double espressos to get up those steps? YOLO
Tourism Industry Backs Reinstatement of 300 Baht Tourist Fee
in Thailand News
Posted · Edited by Lee65
As a universal rule to guide one through life: government ruins everything it touches.
Recently, the private sector has been getting in on the act.