PPGuy

Agree with BP rentals. Have hired a car and a few motorbikes over the past few years with no hassle.

Well, I receive letters from NW sent to my Thai address on a fairly regular basis (not statements as I can access them online). So, I would expect their mailing system can distinguish between local UK mail and overseas directed mail. Not sure, but I seem to recall that for overseas mailing it is routed via Netherlands, or other non UK locations, presumably as a cost saving process. Would think NW are fully aware of the overseas mailing issue.

As others have noted and IME, Nationwide have no issues with a Thai address, sending new cards as needed. They do have a problem with non UK mobiles for OTP's and the like as my Thai mobile is not usable but I do have a UK number so that is an easy fix for me. I used their change of address form about 10 years back to advise them of the change to a Thai address and that was accepted without a problem.

Have had Samsonites for well over 20 years. Initially had the version with extendable handle. That lasted a few years until LHR handlers caused the extendable to change to detachable. That was on a flight from KL and was a problem as I was only in UK for a couple of days before flying off to Egypt. However BA set me up with a replacement Samsonite in Cairo, this time the version with a small handle inset into the case. Now had that for nearly 20 years and still in great condition.

555 That would likely be considered as 'unacceptable and will not be tolerated' by Bristol City. It would have to be Bristol City..........???? https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/aug/06/bristol-city-womens-manager-told-to-stay-in-the-kitchen-at-match PC gone mad.

This gives some info on what is available in Pattaya area. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YGMYWwCxPY&t=1s

This might be of interest. Not stating it is correct as due dilligence on such important matters is always a good idea. https://www.samuiforsale.com/knowledge/inheritance-laws-thailand.html#:~:text=The surviving spouse is a statutory heir but their entitlement,in to four equal shares.

Watched the U20's last week and was impressed by Boonson's showing in the 100m event. He finished 4th and only a poor start deprived him of a bronze medal. The top 2 were a class apart but being only 16 years old he clearly has immense potential.

Not Emirates but Qatar experience of a family connection. Applied for position as air hostess and passed the initial checking process then asked to attend an interview in Thailand with a Qatar based rep. This was held in Chiang Mai and, after passing that test, was then sent to Doha for initial training during a probationary period. Still with them after 3+ years. So maybe a bit suspicious of not being interviewed by an Emirates rep ahead of travelling to Dubai. But, as noted, that was Qatar..........

If sending to Krung Thai, by Wise, there is a maximum of Bt50k per transfer. This doesn't apply to BBK / SCB / Kasikorn where the maximum remains at Bt2m per transfer. https://wise.com/help/articles/2932335/guide-to-thb-transfers

Maybe also factor in the USD/THB rate. Been rising steadily this year, now close to 37.

Could this be related to the 7% VAT that is charged, even on goods that are zero rated. for customs duty Maybe the OP could advise on listed cost of the hearing aid. I have imported a number of notebooks, both new and repaired from UK via DHL over the years and only ever been charged the VAT element. Have always found DHL to offer an excellent service on imported items.

Just reminds me of the days of Chalerm. That was his forte, giving out similar clues and making himself sound knowledgeable when in reality he was an absolute buffoon with a pink Bentley.

With some UK banking apps cheques can be scanned and credited to your account once cleared. Takes maybe 2 or 3 days. I have used this service with Halifax and no doubt there are other banks.

Is this to provide a bit of TLC to his recently damaged Bugatti Veyron????? Can see there being a fair number of cheesed off United supporters if they have paid the extortionate sums for a ticket to the game.

Interesting Guardian article about a rather tenacious crypto-sceptic, Molly White. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/jul/02/crypto-sceptic-molly-white-could-be-the-new-jk-galbraith-just-much-tougher

Pattaya City Hospital seems to be one of the current goto places. https://aseannow.com/topic/1263417-where-to-go-for-second-booster-in-pattaya-now-moderna-or-pfizer/#comment-17439967

Yep, that is also my experience with the Bkk Bank App. Luckily I also have the SCB App and QR code and scan payments to PEA work just fine with that.

My 3BB connection was finally fixed yesterday (29th) after being off since last Tuesday (21st). This in East Pattaya (Khao Noi). Also had a couple of days down the previous week. Many phone calls, little info except this Monday when they indicated the main problem was fixed on Sunday but an engineer needed to come and fix the house connection. No idea why a house visit was needed as it was working fine before the big break (PEA fault per 3BB). Took some time for the engineers to get the connection working. No idea why. Just happy it is back Since then have had at least 3 calls asking if all now OK. Was fine with the 1st call but after 3 it gets a bit wearing. Have requested a credit for the down time. Not holding my breath, but did pay for additional data from my Truemobile link as a Hotspot. So will keep pushing for that just out of principle.

My experience is from the mid 90's so rules and regs may well have changed since then. However, my then 6 year old son (Thai/Brit) with only a Thai passport, was given a visa to enter the UK. This was issued at the Brit Embassy in Bangkok and, from memory, was placed at the back of his Thai passport as that was deemed appropriate. Not sure of the validity period / type of visa but had no issues entering the UK. The dual national status of my son was fully understood so that did not prove to be a show stopper. Our circumstances meant that obtaining a UK passport was more problematic then, as he was born before I married his mother. Sorted that out later. Of course having the decision makers all under one roof at that time likely simplified the process. Now.....? Good luck.

BHP, Pattaya have Moderna for 'Walk ins'. Per their facebook post of 30 May 'Pay for the vaccine and immediately have the injection' https://www.facebook.com/bangkokhospitalpattaya

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10881899/Pictured-Russian-model-37-fell-80ft-death-apartment-sex-party-Phuket.html A Daily Mail update, so treat accordingly...........

It seems the guy was arrested, pleaded guilty and was sentenced. Whereas the other eight are still at large. The OP is not clear on that but the linked report goes into more detail.

The Bitcoin 1 year increase appears out of line with current data. When was the start date of the chart? Using recent data might be more unbiased. Just a thought.

I recently bought a new battery for my iPhone 4 (yes, prehistoric!!) from a shop at Tukcom. This was located on 1st floor - up central escalator, turn left then left again and go past stairwell / lift area and is on your immediate right hand side. Cost was about Baht 600. Also had an issue with the iPhone not fully firing up - the logo comes on but doesn't reach the passcode screen. Couldn't fix that issue there (or at the service store on ground floor). But found a good iPhone repair shop on SCC just before the railway road (right hand side) from Suk Road - IOS Restore Pattaya iPhone. Good reviews and solved my problem - needed a reset as memory full (recent change of passcode to 8 digits may have been cause). https://m.facebook.com/iosRestoreiPhoneRepair/ So. maybe of use if Tukcom cannot assist with a new battery.