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Isaan sailor
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Chinese high speed trains bring destruction for Thai farmers
Isaan sailor replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
I’d like to think China is harmless, and can lend a helping hand to lesser nations—but I know better. Just hope lesser nations also know better. -
Seven rescued from Gulf of Thailand after speed boat sinks
Isaan sailor replied to webfact's topic in Eastern Thailand
No thanks. We always use the Koh Chang ferry—heavy and slow, with a double spin on the return. -
Advertorial Things to consider before deciding to retire in Thailand
Isaan sailor replied to ASEAN NOW Sales's topic in Bangkok
Try visiting your local immigration office first, and ask for guidance. They can help steer you to the right visa and what’s required. -
Advertorial Things to consider before deciding to retire in Thailand
Isaan sailor replied to ASEAN NOW Sales's topic in Bangkok
Forgot to mention currency fluctuations. In a small economy with high foreign currency reserves, anything can happen. Baht usually inches down—then breaks your heart by vaulting upwards. This can make financial planning a challenge—especially if you’re on a fixed retirement income. -
Isaan girls can make great wives, They have traditional values. Because of Thailand’s caste system, light skin girls have perceived higher value. Just flip on Thai TV to see the pasty white Chinese/Thai girls on shows and in ads. Expats offer these lower caste girls financial security for their families. That said, there are plenty of wonderful light skin girls in Isaan. You just gotta find the right one
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PM Happy with Thailand Being Best Place to Retire in Asia
Isaan sailor replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
On the subject of visas, it seems curious that my Thai wife had few issues qualifying for her B2 American visa—and it lasts for 10 years. Renewal should be a breeze, too. Meanwhile, I jump through hoops every year for my visa (and update it every 90 days). -
Baht Weaker as Omicron Surges, Dollar Spikes
Isaan sailor replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
That’s how I do it. SS goes into US bank account—then bring in $$ only when the rate suites you (or whenever you really need it). I can’t see any real advantage rate-wise to auto-depositing SS. And SS doesn’t care if expats direct payments to a US account. -
Analysts Believe Thai Stock Market Will See Huge Influx in 2022
Isaan sailor replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
Just keep your damned Baht down—and you may get your wish. Push the Baht up again—and it’s over for the economy. -
Worsening air pollution forecast until Monday in and around Bangkok
Isaan sailor replied to snoop1130's topic in Bangkok News
Sandwiched between two of the worlds greatest polluters—India and China, Thailand joins the party. They don’t enforce no-burn policies for agricultural areas. -
Baht Weaker as Omicron Surges, Dollar Spikes
Isaan sailor replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
You got that right. They can’t leave well enough alone. -
New Measures Might Be Implemented After CCSA Meeting On Friday
Isaan sailor replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
Not much they can do—if most people have double vaccinations. Give them credit for this delay. Finally, some sensible non-actions. -
BoT Reports 0.9% Economic Growth for December
Isaan sailor replied to Jonathan Fairfield's topic in Thailand News
Sure, economy did much better as the Baht relaxed. But now the mighty Baht has added nearly 2% on USD in less than two weeks. Other western currencies also down. Good luck with that recovery—it may not last long. -
Things you may not know about Thai Hom Mali, the world’s best rice
Isaan sailor replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
My Isaan wife grows Hom Mali (Jasmine) rice, as well as sticky rice. When it’s freshly milled, and then cooked—it really does have a delicate fragrance. I should know—seem to get rice most every day in one form or another. The fragrance wanes a few months after harvest. -
Cost of US Passports to increase Dec. 27
Isaan sailor replied to DJ54's topic in US & Canada Topics and Events
33.74 to 33.40 in 4 trading days.. “We all know why” refers to inflation in the USA, not the exchange rate. Sorry you missed that.