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20 hours ago, dougiemac52 said:

Half a million people in 29 days. Thats incredible. So lets say 300 people in a plane. Thats about 60 planes a day ????????. What a load of <deleted>. I arrived on the 22nd and Suvarnabhumi was empty more or less, same when I left on the 1st

Your math seems ok, and your statement "seemed deserted" would be a good description on your numbers. But whats your point? Thail reports arrivals each year in excess of 30 million for Swampy. That's 2 to 3 million a month on average. Surely any airport of similar capacity is going to look deserted running under quarter normal capacity.

On 1/12/2019 at 9:00 AM, eggers said:

Hang on, she, UNHCR & Thai Gov't were originally saying she wanted to go to Australia, now all of a sudden,"left the building".... going to Canada!! All seems a bit dodgy!! 

Might have seen reports regarding a Saudi footballer held in Bangkok prison trying to do similar refuge in Australia. His story seemed to be dragging out with less assistance from Australia than he originally hoped for. I dont know his full story but maybe she came to beleive Canada was a safer bet she could quickly realize. Australian news services reported that both Canada and Australia had sent ministers to Thailand and were in talks with the UN and the girl. Good luck young young lady at least now you have the freedom to determine your own future as is everybodies right.

9 minutes ago, owl sees all said:

I haven't been able to see the original yet, but could looking at the pixilated version still be a crime?! Or is it just copying and sharing that's the problem?

All but the naughty pixelated bits should be okay

Its all actually a very canny advert for *B612* (BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF THE PHOTO) which is a LINE camera app for selfies. Guarantee the downloads went through the roof since the cops publicised it, haha

The guy in the article seems to be quite pragmatic about the situation. Has not called foul about it and is just working through the necessary steps to appease the authorities so they can move on. It only seems to be a few people on here that feel the need for another round of Thai bashing coz they got nothing positive in their lives. He made a mistake and now he is resolving it. Thats how life goes.

So having decided 50 Dams/reservoirs are already so close to maximumum...... would it not be sensible to drain some off early? The bottle neck always seems to be how much water can be alowed through Ayuthaya and the Choa Praya. Too much in one go and Bangkok is swimming. Get rid of what you can now. Or is this the annualSpring cleansing mechanism nobody talks about used to shift excrss garbage and clean out the Klongs and canals coz somebody spent that budget on submarines?

So ehat about attempts to trace the origin of the original email? I would think Google would be able to shed some light on that if asked nicely. Whether the account of the frrnchman was hacked or not therr would be a trail to follow.  Also Google would be very eager to show thier  Gmail platform as safe and secure? Seems to be more to this story than published here. 

Congratulations. Nice piece of writing. Some here seemed lost but are obviously challenged by attention deficit disorder...lol. I'm a writer and recently a TEFL Teacher so have more than a passing interest in the English language.  I think it was well written, well structured and supplied plenty of compulsion to read to the end. Different  from some opinions it was clear of confusing terms or similes that might confuse a younger or less educated audience. Thanks for your contribution, enjoyed it immensely. 

1 hour ago, midasthailand said:

I worked at the previous embassy on South Sathorn Road which was a lovely building that seemed to fit into the environment very well. This new monstrosity looks more like Stalag 13 than an Embassy! 

 

BTW when I worked there it was Australia's 4th largest Embassy world wide, mainly due to the AUSAID, DEETYA and AFP pesrsonnel.

I agree this is a butt ass ugly piece of architecture that should be hidden wedged between other structures. In this open setting its like a boil on a back side. The Sth Sthorn premises was actually very impressive. Often thought "so that's where my tax dollars go"

Thanks for explaining the enormous number of people in the photo. In all the times I went to the Sth Sathorn Building it was strange almost deserted in the public areas. Seemed to be more people as security outside the building than staff anywhere in sight. In the times I went there, once thought the gates and up to the main building, I think I saw one security guy screening us into the secure (fish tank) and one lady screening you on to the foyer. Then not a soul in sight all the way up the stairs to the second floor. Once there it was just as empty. You walked past the ticket machine coz you knew you were number one, haha. So then you stand and look around - no one to be seen. You wander over to the chairs near the booths and sit down to wait.  A few minutes pass and you hear a noise. Out the corner of your eye, something moves. You walk over and peer into the booths along the opposite wall. They appear empty. Then the last one - there below counter height is an attendant shuffling papers. "Did you take a number?"

23 hours ago, rkidlad said:

No need for any health and safety checks here. It's clearly annoyed spirits killing disrespectful tourists. 

 

Life's great when you don't have to think or do anything. 

 

 

The drawcard for many coming to Thailand can be the freedom to do things considered anb regulated to death elsewhere. Death by misadventure was a hazard i grew up with but has been almost hounded into extinction in the following generations.As the world followed the American trend of legal litigation and lawsuits it became more and more a beleif that someone else must responsible. Human history is punctuated by risk taking. It is how we continued to evolve to become the dominant species. Take that away and the race stagnates. Risk taking would likely be a big part of why so many farang come to Thailand.

12 hours ago, scotchonrocks said:

As if Thai women actually need coaching in this artform? Give me a break! 

I think one thing is clearly apparent. I love Thai people to death but one thing they never seemed strong on is when writing a good story you need to include "suspension of disbeleif" That coupled with the subjective liberties they often take with mathematics make you want to say "jing-jing?" Hahaha. 

15 hours ago, onthesoi said:

Swampy is one of my favourite airports, what with its beautiful architecture and low priced good quality food, everything is well laid out, modern and accessable, never had delays of any kind either arriving or departing.

 

Although, Im sure those that hate all things Thailand will be rushing to agree with this nonsense article.

Me too, does an amazing job in many areas. I have always enjoyed Changi, one of my favourite Airports. But I'm truly surprised Kuala Lumpur is not high on the poor list, especially for missed flights and connections, I try to avoid it at all costs. The least friendly atmosphere of any I have visited.  I think people miss some things of real importance. Swampy does an amazing job handling volume travellers. Getting in or out of the airport is quite good compared to many. Yes, I have had delays there, but also in other airports that handled the increased volume during these disruptions a lot worse. 

And yes I am biased, I actually love Thailand.

I think with that role call of Provinces  we could get a better picture if they just listed the one or two left hi and dry...lol. But i guess that would have shortened the editorial to only one or two lines.

On 1/17/2017 at 8:52 AM, Csaw said:

WOW! That pretty much sums up exactly how she is, i mean to a tee - except the skin part. Just wow!

Food is her comfort. I used to think that it’s just her personal weakness - an addiction like that of ppl i'd seen on t.v shows. Didn’t know the whole town was like that. Feel like there is a factory somewhere in the village where they install the same version personality chip in each one as soon as they are born.

 

I go along with Akirasan's list but with a variation. Item 4 about not being risk takers might be deceptive. The Isaan girls turn up worldwide at a ratio close to 3-1  of any other Thai girls. They are confident and complete in themselves. They need no support system to pick them up when they stumble. They DO love to gamble - seems a genetic affliction of eastern Thailand...lol Generally they love a beer, partial to dry red wine when introduced to it, and not too fussed about whiskey.

I speak from experience. My wife is an Isaan girl and one of the hardest working people i ever met.... I really mean that.

Oh and yes...generally a lot of them hate Bangkok. One day or two days is fine if shopping is involved, but then they are over it and ready to bolt.

On 01/04/2017 at 10:07 PM, fruitman said:

So you think it's cool if i get arrested with 3kg cheese?

You would have it confiscated an destroyed if you tried to bring it into Australia. Not arrested but fined for not declaring it on your entry declaration. Then possibly interviewed to see what else you were hiding from authorities. Thaailand is generally very liberal with what they allow you to bring into the country compared to other nations.

On 10/31/2016 at 11:33 AM, Strange said:

 

Come on, no need to go there. US and AU are cool. We got the gun thing ingrained in our DNA (Unless your a Lib) so were a little different. 

Im not sure what you are suggesting "US and AU"?

If you mean Australia by AU then there could not be a greater difference in gun ownership policy. Basically the average citizen finds it very hard to own a gun. All are licensed users. Hand guns are the domain of Police and security officers unless you are a active member of a gun club. Carrying a handgun on your person in public will get you rounded up and locked away. Often the weapon has to remain at the range, not to be taken home. Rifles, shotguns may be owned in rural situations for farmers etc to control vermin. All weapons in a household etc must be secured by regulation in a gun safe to specific standards. Maybe you were trying to infer something else that i missed?

11 hours ago, halloween said:

Just checked Bangkok Air Samui-BKK tomorrow. Cheapest flight B4910, cheapest seat (promo ) on more desirable flights B8160, "Web Freedom" seats B12990.

Flew there late Nov before last. Cheapest flight were 4190bht. Wondered why it was so much dearer than Phuket at twice the distance till i was told Bangkok Air own and built the Terminal Facility on Samui and only a couple of other airlines were licensed to operate the route. Savvy business while the monopoly lasts...lol.

11 hours ago, sahibji said:

for the poor guy whose house is under water or the farmer whose crops have been washed away by floods? dead cheap?

But they are not going anywhere are they? If they are going home to survey the damage are flights  real cheap - everybody else is leaving not going so may be flying in empty?

2 hours ago, yellowboat said:

Poor supporting infrastructure and an over priced service.  Does anyone know the French and Thai word for "deja vu" ?

French  word is de ja vu

Thai word is mai bpen drain. ..lol

I watched the said Debate, I'm Australian not American by the way. But this current situation concerns me even though I generally spend little brainspace on politcal jousting. Seriousely the world would be a lot less stable with Donald Trump in such a position of power.

BREAKING NEWS:- The recent outbreak of menacing Clowns sweeping the world has be traced back to the source. When asked "why" Donald Trump says no comment

Phuket? Thanks! When you pick the Headline from ThaiVisa newsfeed email it does not tell you what forum the post comes from. The browser address does not in this instance. The first post seemed to be a reply rather than a question so i thought i had arrived part way through the story. Please take pity on us and introduce your subject so we are all on the same page. Only takes a few extra words. My 93 yr old mother has this same problem. She starts talking about a subject she has been thinking about for a while but nobody knows what the hell she is talking about. Where mother? When mother? Who mother?

LOL ... JUST A THOUGHT

not a real belly ache, been dealing with Mum for years like this so i should be used to it...haha

I used to wonder about this also, but as time went by I realised the truth of the statement. Consider for a moment this whole thread. Has your world changed through talking or debating the subject? Westerners often have their own statements as someone previously stated 'Que Sera sera" and also 'Actions speak louder than words'. Both could be used or substituted for 'Yak kid maag'. The phrase is not always used with the same sentiment, its subjective to the particular moment. Thais could/would also see the many debates on here as often pointless if it is only talk and no action. And they are probably right.

So chill out, that's why you are here in LOS...isnt it?