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I'm not, but that's only down to the Mrs.... Only my birthday and any day with a 'Z' in it...

Think you might need to edit that one. Bob's off to Koh Samet, not Samui. Or do you not like Samui aswell? 555

You can love a pet dog and treat it well but still enjoy a delicious pork chop with a nice bit of crackling 🤤 Each to their own.

I don't know about a film but I'm willing to bet that we will hear about them on the TV news channels. Enjoy your weekend Bob 👍

Yes, but that is called sustenance, not a holiday.

I applied for a SETV in April via the UK online system. It was a much simpler process and was received in 48 hours. I seem to recall I only provided evidence of address (bank statement although financials not required), passport biometrics page, return flight confirmation and confirmation of first 2 nights hotel booking (Agoda voucher). I didn't have to upload the previous document for various sections stating "not required for SETV". There was a slight delay with the payment process but received the payment receipt after about 12 hours.

5 minutes of freedom ... I could have managed a beer and a short time in that timeframe.

I agree. As the saying goes, "you rarely see a bookie on a bicycle" When I was a teenager, I used to work evenings and Saturdays in a local amusement arcade for a bit of extra cash. The old style fruit machines were set to a payout level of circa 70%. There was also a way of telling whether a machine was 'due to payout'. As people played the machines, the payout tubes were replenished with the money they were putting in. When the tubes were full, the money would fall straight through to the cash box in a locked box at the bottom of the machine (which we would empty each evening). Working there, I could recognise the 'clunk' as the money hit the bottom cash box. I could lurk until someone gave up or run out of pocket money and then step in. Was not by any means foolproof but certainly paid for a few of my Saturday nights out.

It would, but it won't increase Bangkok Airways profits and that's what it is all about...

I seem to recall Bangkok airways domestic flights having no row 13. Could be imagining that though?

LHR - BKK return I always use EVA. Flight times suit me for both outbound and return plus direct flights. Their reward program is also pretty good. Have had gold status for many years now and from checking in to baggage reclaim, it makes the whole journey more enjoyable. Not necessarily the cheapest but it works for me.

I think you are being very conservative with your estimate if the guy happened to be a Brit....

I don't have any tattoos myself but the only thing I would consider is having my blood group tattooed on my upper arm. Could come in handy in the event of a serious accident.

Bearing in mind you are all one and the same person, are you really surprised?

I'm just having a couple of bottles of beer Lao IPA which I am finding very agreeable. 70 baht per bottle at my local expat shop (Lamai, Koh Samui). I wish more bars/shops would stock the beer Lao range. I personally think it puts Thai beer to shame. I'm a Singha drinker when out and about.

Couldn't agree more. There is barely a topic worth clicking on recently. Probably 2 people sharing around 8 identities. Not sure who has instigated this but it is certainly not doing the forum any favours.

I have a resident punkawalla. I pay him 30 baht per day. Sometimes I put a heavy coat on just for a laugh so he has to work harder.

No self respecting Pom would ever be seen drinking Fosters. Even when at home. You would have to draw the curtains in case a neighbor saw you. I don't think you can even get drunk on Fosters.

I'm assuming it's rhyming slang - Captain Kirk = Turk

I was hoping you would come along and put me straight 555

If you are referring to Red Dwarf, the BBC series, there are currently 8 seasons available on the BBC iPlayer. Not sure whether they made more than 8 series?

Well said.

Anyone else thinking a couple of OP's on this thread might be the same person?

I like to watch the cricket but sound off and listen to commentary on BBC radio. They paint a wonderful picture of what is actually happening and have a good laugh at the same time. Really have to be into your cricket though.

All he had to do was send me his bank account details and I would have transferred his lottery winnings. No, wait, that's the Nigerians.