Tropposurfer

I agree ... but ... that would be far too moderate, considered, civilised, mature, and sane though Credo

Bummer on the replacement mate ... it doesn't sound like you bought a "new good quality one" seeing as it broke a few weeks after you bought it. Robinsons are more expensive as a local go to, but sell decent quality range from which to choose on a lot of clothing and accessories, and if there's a problem they'll be far more likely to replace/exchange. If there are any bootery's as Thai's often call them - shoemakers, (don't know CM that well) they might be a go to for repairs and new belts.

Ugg ... mountain god angry !

Python good ... cobra bad ! Python eat rats, small dogs, stray mangey cats ... python good lol ????

It appears that many of the photographed officials have achieved at least diploma level in pointing lol ????????????????

'Whatever you do don't panic' ... is the axiom of the day. Its not airborne transmitted so practice good hand hygiene.

OOOOH ... those ladyboys ARE naughty aren't they hehehehe ????????

Not in need of visa runs myself but I can vouch for the ease and pleasantness of first class train to Chiang Mai or to KL, Malaysia. Planning a rail journey to KL then up to Genting Highlands not too far down the track for a week or so of relaxation and golf. Genteel way to travel with very little stress, enjoying delicious Malay cha or cold beers in the open dining car on the KL train while the kampongs pass by is wonderful.