
J Branche
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Recommendations. Central It is in beach side food court in the middle on row running along back wall. Thai sign translates to Aunt Toi Rakhata "ป้าทอย ราชตะ" Old Grey haired lady. In Terminal 21 near the drinks station far back right corner they make a good Pad Thai, a couple places to right the stewed pork leg and noodles is delicious. Enjoy
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Why not go to the Central or Terminal 21 Food Court. You can get some good Thai food at good prices. Once your finished probably be the same as buffet but fresh cooked.
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Pattaya police crack down on noisy Kuwaiti motorcyclists - video
J Branche replied to snoop1130's topic in Pattaya News
To speak on Police action.Thai's believe in living in Harmony highly. If the issue happened a couple of times and was within the boundaries of what is socially acceptable in that area we probably would not be reading about it, No Police Necessary. Additionally Thai's value showing Respect highly. -
I wish I understood how Thais behave and do business. How to address and solve issues. Knowing stay calm, respectful and willing to work through the problem the best you can. Thais sometimes do not provide enough info or details for you to complete a task all at once. There is a general process for administration which has flexibility for business, more paperwork than back home, and more steps to complete. Thai style, learn it, live it, and you will thrive.
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Wild Elephants Flip Over Car in Khao Yai National Park
J Branche replied to snoop1130's topic in Isaan News
The Elephants have spoken. Next time bring Pineapple and Bananas or your car will be next. -
Tuk tuk drivers’ street fight goes viral, sparking outrage (video)
J Branche replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Good Luck with that. The Taxis will block the Robotaxi. They will go to government and hold many meetings. If the government doesn't respect how Robotaxis will cause more unemployment they will probably start blocking roads. Maybe even start messing with the taxis, like deflating tires. -
Just make sure you read the claims section. Specifically Page 5 Section 14 "The company shall pay the benefits or general rate service charge, necessary and reasonable expenses within 15 days from the date the Company receives the complete and correct documented evidence to the Covered person. The Hospital is going to want payment in full before you leave. You have an emergency and the bill is 200,000 + baht. You will be expected to pay the total in full and wait until the Insurance makes a decision on your claim. Don't know about you but if I'm loaning the insurance company that much money I want 15% interest until claim is paid.
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Top 10 troubles you will find during retirement in Thailand
J Branche replied to CharlieH's topic in General Topics
Definitely learn that if a complication arises with a Thai it is best to deal with it and a calm and professional manner. The saying "Kill them with kindness" should be learned. If you stay long term other Thais recognize your efforts and are more giving and willing to help. -
Bitter pill: Gay man accused of poisoning friend for insurance cash
J Branche replied to snoop1130's topic in Bangkok News
Any payout is going to follow some basic protocols, inquires with hospital staff, test results, any suspicious or irregular occurrences regarding the policy issue date and any beneficiary. RIP, young girl -
I believe that hospitals like any hotel has to report within 24 hours when a foreigner is staying in them.
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Anyone have an Immigration official come by their room and ask about their visa while in hospital? There was zero problems, have extension, 90 day reports and passport photos in phone. The Immigration official was quick, courtesy, and professional. Just curious.
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Seems like to acquire a large sum they would want to target a large business but probably do not have access to the correct information. Somebody could have taken a photo of the bill from the unlocked Mailbox and fabricated the counterfeit. Good reminder that we need to be careful these days as it seems the scammers are everywhere
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Chon Buri Resident Receives Enormous Water Bill
J Branche replied to snoop1130's topic in Pattaya News
I'm going to guess the decimal was in the wrong place or key was stuck when entering meter reading. 163,000 / 400 baht avg water bill equals 407.5 months or 33.916 years of water. Even if they were piping Fiji water into the house that seems very excessive. -
What about this Samsung Washing Machine? Should one buy it?
J Branche replied to GammaGlobulin's topic in General Topics
I bought the same washer but 14 kg size for girlfriends mother. It did not have pump. Had cement and tile pad installed for it to be up higher than drain pipe. It was 6690 week after Christmas. Approx $200 for a Washer is pretty cheap. Only 7 months old but big family and no problems. People talk about all these fancy extra options. Millions of people get by without these options with no problem. -
Best tires for Scooter. Michelin, Pirelli, IRC?
J Branche replied to Airwolf's topic in Motorcycles in Thailand
I know this is reviving an older thread. I recently changed from the IRC tires. They were good tires for a city like Pattaya if you are not racing around. The reason I changed is the IRC tires developed cracking all around the sidewall (I have many photos) and the date code says they are 2 years and 6 months old, bike parked in shade most of the time. Trying the Michelin City Grip 2 because they seem to offer great all around performance and people say they last a long time. The tire seems to ride a little softer, will see how they perform over 6 months and more. -
Neck and shoulder pains from computer mouse
J Branche replied to bubblegum's topic in Health and Medicine
Did tech support for years and massage girl would talk about my shoulders hunching forward. I did some shoulder, upper back and doorway stretches and it seemed to help -
You can try to gain support from other Thais or building management to address the issue with the Police and City to try to come to a resolution.
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No time to read all posts. Like people have mentioned better to give him X amount a week and let him learn to budget and not spend money foolishly. Then he would need to ask if he needs to make a bigger purchase or explain how X amount may not be enough.
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Shameless Buriram school insists janitor pays 25,000 baht pickup bill
J Branche replied to webfact's topic in Isaan News
Sorry Mr. "deputy head of Na Pho Subdistrict Municipality. " The 37 year old Toyota needed repairs after you drove it. Worked fine for the Janitor when he left for Bangkok. Seriously though, a 37 year old Toyota needs 25,000 baht or about $704 of repairs. In the US most people would quickly pay this bill if the work justified it. -
Fake Prosecutor Arrested While Lecturing Students in Full Uniform
J Branche replied to webfact's topic in Bangkok News
So will the fake prosecutor being representing himself in court? Hopefully he will wear the uniform. -
Thai beauty queen sparks online drama over airline seat
J Branche replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
Sweet, Qatar decided to apply Dual Pricing to Thai Person to see how they like it. -
Engineer injured in fall at Pattaya shopping mall
J Branche replied to webfact's topic in Pattaya News
We all wish you a full speedy recovery. -
Motorcycle sales fall 10% as Thai Honda faces sluggish market
J Branche replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
June 27th Bangkok Post reported 1,000 factories closed due to flood of cheap imports. Depending on the business the Tax on Foreign Sourced income is definitely having companies analyze the potential impact and make changes. The weaker baht to USD may also be a factor.