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7 hours ago, Surelynot said:

He was next tree down......

Had to be a Yank or a Pom next tree down, the Aussie would still be drinking ????

Can anyone please recommend an app or online learning course that teaches English to a Thai person

55 minutes ago, mortenaa said:

 

Especially those 90% with no symptoms... 

Where did you pluck 90% with no symptoms from esteemed Professor?

8 hours ago, RotBenz8888 said:

So why are people so reluctant to disclose information regarding

if they have been at risk of catching the virus? Afraid of being locked up in a hospital for an uncertain period of time? Perhaps they should consider letting asymptomatic cases or patients with mild symptom isolate at home, and leave room for those who are more seriously ill. 

 

Think you'd find that the Government doesn't trust their ppl to isolate correctly or at all, then spreading it further

4 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

so we all need to help each other here.. don't we!

 

So, should I support all the charities helping poor people in the world? Same same but different cause. What makes corona more deserving of my support than malaria or treating dirty water.

Kindly take your non scientific, small minority beliefs elsewhere

7 hours ago, xylophone said:

This was in the official release.......so not exactly the holiday folks were expecting, I suspect.

 

“During the second quarter of 2021 (April-June), vaccinated foreign tourists will be quarantined for a period of seven days before they can explore the area. There must be appropriate routes set out and measures in place in order for them to travel throughout the area in the form of ‘sealed routes’,” he said.

This info is prior to Sandbox I think you'll find

11 hours ago, ThailandRyan said:

Ah there is the rub.  I was waiting on this little morsel of information.  Yes everyone will be vaccinated, but then you must pay for it.  Thank you for the options now.  I will not pay for Sinovac, or even AZ, but if I must pay then bring in all of the vaccines and let me choose my poison.  The WHO and the rest of the world still have not even approved SINOVAC as a vaccine, yet Thailand is pumping it into bodies, well at least a million so far.

Ryan you must be a Yank.

AZ vaccine is as good as any going around, 1 in 100,000 people get blood clots and 5% of those die, but because it's not a Yank product you bag it.

7 hours ago, mstevens said:

Having been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in the USA, this guy is a great example of why Thailand should do further background checks on people who wish to stay in the country long-term (in the same way a Thai who wished to stay long-term in my country would need to provide a police check from Thailand). If something like this guy's past comes up in a background check then he simply shouldn't be allowed to set foot on Thai soil.

In Australia I had to supply a National Police Check as part of my application for an OA visa

On 5/1/2021 at 12:29 PM, herfiehandbag said:

Looks like he has sacked the doctors shirt and has gone full blown lean mean steely eyed decorated combat veteran!

Either that or the Dr shirt has been ripped off him and shredded

5 hours ago, dinsdale said:

With so many on ventilators or serious the deaths will rise. 

It wasn't Covid it was Influenza, so no need to report those 300 odd deaths....nothing happening here...move on!

On 4/11/2021 at 3:27 PM, BritManToo said:

Where was the option to say no government can control COVID.

No need to bash the thai government.

Australia 0   NZ 0     smart countries will follow their lead

3 hours ago, Expat Tom said:

I am a farang and long time resident in Thailand. Let me clue in some of the 'clueless' who post on this forum. 

First and foremost, Thailand is a sovereign nation and if you are NOT Thai then you are a GUEST  in this nation. You need to park your feeling and beliefs that you have exactly the same rights and benefits as in your home country.  To quote a line from the "Wizard of Oz" , "You aren't in Kansas anymore, Dorthy" ( or Bath or Sidney).

 

When I went to the Hua Hin night market last night it was about 50% full and people were carrying out their normal activities. I would guess that 99% of the Thais were wearing masks. There were few farang there and a significant percentage were not wearing masks. Is there little wonder why we farang and looked down upon? 

 

The argument about the effectiveness of wearing masks is a moot point. If you are a farang you are quests in Thailand regardless of how much property you own, your visa status or how much money you have. If you can not respect the customs, culture and laws of your host country....get the HELL out! Go back home! You don't have to become Thai but you do have to respect your host's home.

 

The actions of a few arrogant, thoughtless, stupid farang reflect poorly on those of us who act appropriately and respect our host country.

 

One of these days, I am going to say (get in the face of) some of these stupid farang not wearing masks when all of their Thai hosts are. Maybe we farang should start 'policing' each other....and yes,....before you jump on me for using the word "policing" visit the  "Oxford English Dictionary" or "Webster's". It is your choice.  Far too many native English speakers have a poor working knowledge of their own language and the precise meanings of words.  

Very well written post IMO, I'm guilty myself of having a dig at times but you are 100% correct to pull me up along with many other expats who frequent this site.

"Eliminating crowds" but dont ban Songkran celebrations......duhhh!!

2 hours ago, Jeffr2 said:

No argument they are not doing a great job here with regards to the vaccine.  But as far as the virus goes, they've done pretty good.  Few deaths, hospitals aren't over loaded, etc.  Congrats to Thailand for not being like the West or Brazil.

 

You might not believe it, but there is a group of medical experts advising the government on what to do.  The mouth piece, sadly, are people like Anutin. 

 

I do remember being not allowed into downtown Pattaya last year.  Forcibly.  Was that political posturing?

Be more accurate when you use the term West, Australia and NZ are world leaders in eradicating Covid (currently nil)

Far fairer for you to say USA and UK

8 hours ago, phukettrader said:

Or you can live your life normally, happy in the knowledge that you have a more than 99% chance of NOT dying from the virus.

even your name phuket trader gives you away, you would happily see dozens die in order that you can get back to making money, hence your persistent negative comments re the validity of Covid 19

So far I've read that providing 70% of Phukets residents are vaccinated by July 1 and I have proof of my vaccination (from Australia) then I'm able to go there without quarantine

But what are the terms?

So some questions for those who may know...... no guesses please

1/ Must I fly directly into Phuket International Airport from Australia or can I transit thru BKK?

2/ Must I have to pre book my accommodation prior to arrival?

3/ Can I book accommodation wherever I like on the island and have the flexibility to move around the island?

4/ How long am I having to stay in Phuket before being able to travel to another Province?

On 3/31/2021 at 3:26 PM, aussiexpat said:

Sounds great. Pity Australia aren't vaccinating anyone under 70 until June, with 12 week wait for 2nd dose. 

 

Think I'll do the 10 days quarantine and get the vax in Thailand

Front line workers as well and that includes quarantine hotel security etc., maybe see if you can score a job? Also you can request the 2nd jab after 4 weeks, it's just less efficient but still gets you your certificate ????

1 hour ago, stigar said:

My friend tried to say pattaya area.They didnt approve that.They really need a proper adress.And they will google the adress same they do in the airport uppon arrival.I will stay in my apartment in bangkok.They get my full adress,and their satisfied with that.

yes mate take a spell

2 hours ago, GrandPapillon said:

welcome the Chinese with open arms? after all the chaos they created with their virus? and what if they bring another one?

 

here in Europe, I don't think we will see them back as tourists so they could infect us again with their dirty eating habits

Think you're painting with a very broad brush, it's a very small minority of Chinese that eat bats, dogs etc.

Most Chinese eat good healthy natural foods, unlike most Westerners

If you dont look for it you dont find it, if you dont find it then its not there

7 hours ago, Ian C HH said:

So what IS the answer to the lack of deaths and empty hospitals IYHO? 
A sincere question because it’s baffled me for a long time. I don’t believe you can hide deaths and overflowing hospitals  in today’s transparent media without a Google gagging onset?

I'm interested to know how indeed you are privy to know how many deaths have occurred in Thai hospitals since Covid first appeared?

I guarantee that you are not and how hard would it be for a Military Government to hold a gun to the heads of those who might talk?