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How much a month? I may join you.

Not any more at all. Yes, first 3-4 years I was pixxx off but then adjusted my attitude. I realized they won't change to fit me so I accept the way it is. Besides, I travel so often no need to visit for extensions. New 60 days when return. With smile 😉

I walked by today 4pm. No lines. That means NOTHING to OP. Waiting time has always been 2 to 4 hours for me. I saw one big improvement; The whole center is covered now! No longer hot sun baking poor souls... And there is more; A small cafe next to entry. Also; New Shining Golden Buddha statue to pray at entry. So take those holy sticks, lit them up, pray and go in. I'll take my own advice.

Yes, exactly. That is the "feeling" I was hoping for. Did you get it when you saw one with the hat on eating with fingers... And your cheap shot to Americans? What was that about? Without them you'd be colony of Germany. Or Russia....

Wrong.... Watch "90 day fiance", David had to pay two water buffalos but had money for one. Got the girl anyway.

Now I don't get it - these are same thinking as you! God's chosen people...

To me that group looks like Goodwill free lunch for homeless in SoCal.

They make good wives. - They speak better English than any out of Thai University - They are not like dead fish in bed - They can handle money well, some time the flow is one way - to her - They have great self confidence - They are not specially intelligent but very street smart. No need to look after in any place or country. - If needed, they can get money in any place quickly - They are FUN! I took one to EU and she was the best travel partner man can wish. Marry her? Hell NO!

This all has been very good and clear info! Thank you.

You got got point there, I never understood why aluminum! Rice stick to it hard and it can emit bad stuff to the rice. Same with teflon coating etc

The weather! This humidity is the worse I've had on Jomtien beach for 6 years at this time. I've to cut my 9km walk in half - no energy... The weird thing is it only shows 77% (weather channel) but feels like 90.

Not so; "Foreigners are permitted to purchase a car in Vietnam if they: Are living and working in Vietnam. Possess a valid passport. Have a visa that is longer than three months."

Mike's right. I think same. When you're gone nobody's giving a damn. If I die now, in this hotel room, nobody knows. My few friends only know I'm "traveling in Asia", that's all they know. I don't tell more so they don't worry 'cause I don't worry myself. I try to enjoy remaining years. Or days or months. I'm not afraid to die. I still am curious how people live in different countries and like to mix with locals without getting too close. Mike's take on life and death; https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/young-journalist-lobs-mike-tyson-145558323.html

Can you Swedish? If so, here help thaisnack

I'd have voted him over Trump... Damn, wasn't on the list.

If you don't mind where you go try Phu Quoc. I've been there two times. It's an inexpensive place and I didn't get bored during 14 day stays. Luxury resorts available too. No visa for 30 day trip. "Vietnam's Regulations on Entry, Exit, and Residence states that all foreign nationals coming to Phu Quoc island will be exempted from Vietnam visas with a stay of no more than 30 days." Cheap non stop BKK to PQC.

EU lovers; Pls, let's keep quiet about Spain & Portugal. We don't want these whiners as neighbors....

"How Much Does ETIAS Cost? The ETIAS application fee is 7 EUROS for applicants aged between 18 to 70 years. However, travelers under 18 or over 70 years old are exempt from paying the fee. Debit and credit card payments are accepted for the application fee." If 7 Euros breaks you budget - stay home. Or wait till you are 70 😉

Why`? The price is twice the cheapest. Only good is 30kg included but I fly light.

This same went on for a week in my last hotel! In hall way to the rooms. During day and night. Some nights till 2am. I left, no need to get upset. They are what they are. PS. Yes - they were Indians...

Read what people say about trip,com Like on Reddit. Worldwide Customer service in China and they don't speak English! I never use agents for tixs. I got Trump complex; I know and can do everything! So far always got where wanted to go. And if failing it's "them Lefties" fault..

What prowser you use? My Firefox and Chrome won't open. I use laptop win11.

This couple found happiness first in Costa Rica and then in Panama. Panama would be ideal for those who are married to Thai and can't get his/her spouse to other land. Like US, UK and others.Thais get visa free 90 days. Legal residency is easy too with low monthly income. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/us-couple-moved-costa-rica-131357714.html VISA free 90 days; https://www.embassyofpanama.org/visas-1 I know old pal from LA who's very happy at Bocas del Toro Islands, Panama

All above you listed looks good. How about pollution? How many days / months air is real bad? LA used to be real bad in '70's to 90's, for 3-4 months. Now it's much better. Red alerts are rare. https://www.numbeo.com/pollution/compare_cities.jsp?country1=United+States&city1=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&country2=Thailand&city2=Chiang+Mai PS. Right now Pattaya is dirtier (!) than any place in Bangkok! What's going on? I'm leaving for Ubon Ratchathani to check it out. https://www.iqair.com/th-en/air-quality-map/thailand/changwat-ubon-ratchathani/ubon-ratchathani

I know. People like to watch Rupert Murdock's / Fox's reporters dumpster diving at Buckingham Palace back alley if somebody is off the rag. Meaning she is pregnant... That's what FOX watchers like in millions. Quality people. And that old fart is laughing on the way to then bank.