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And that is out of 850 Thais that were on the list. We all know how ruthless this govt. is, when it comes to pursuing the elite, powerful well connected, and the wealthy. NOT!

The most charming aspect of Buddhists character I see, on a daily basis, is how anchored most Thai people are in the present moment. It does not seem like they are dwelling on the past much, nor dreaming about the future. They genuinely seem to savor each moment, and where I come from, that is an astonishing thing to witness.

The only people who are offended by the word farang are people with very, very thin skin. As they say, water off a ducks back. Why allow yourself to get offended over something so small and so irrelevant? Who cares? What difference does it make? Yes, granted when they know you, calling you farang is just plain stupid and rude. But, otherwise?

Water is the next gold. Shortages will become far more common as things heat up. I can see a time when water becomes very expensive. What will happen then is anyone's guess.

The Chechen line sounds like a ruse of sorts. The Uighur line i get, after what Thailand did to those poor guys some time ago. Really churlish behavior and absolutely sycophantic to the extreme. Very weak.

Yes. If it is heated or cooked, which it most likely is, some oils turn to saturated fats. Best to stay away from all palm oil as it is very toxic to the body. Same goes with soybean oil, the primary oil used in the cooking of food in thailand. Cottonseed is horrific. Canola is slightly better, but I still avoid it. It is very cheap so manufacturers like to use it. From what I hear it is fairly toxic too, when cooked. Best to use only rice bran and olive oil for cooking at home. Both are nutritious and both have hardly any saturated fat even when cooked at high temperatures. Rice bran oil is inexpensive, and found in any good supermarket. I tend to avoid store bought products with the poor quality oils. Seems that the frequent use of these poor oils is just inviting coronary, arterial and other health problems.

This is a hysterical post. Just another in a continuing series of rants, by a small man who is very funny, without even making an attempt at humor. Does he not even realize that there is no traffic safety enforcement, within the entire country? So, how do you target repeat offenders, when there was no citation to begin with?

When was the last time you heard of anyone getting a ticket for speeding, reckless driving, driving without a drivers license, DUI, etc? When? It hardly ever happens. Since the police do not care one iota about public safety, they spend their time only collecting mordida. That is it. No regard for public safety. Zip, nunca, nada, yente, zero, nothing.

The recent TAT focus on Chinese tourists is going to turn out to be a mega disaster of epic proportions. And the disaster known as Prayuth is sabotaging western tourism on a daily basis with his churlish and petulant comments about foreigners. So, what else can be expected? Tourism is way, way down nationwide. Unless you count the Chinese, which the TAT counts but the hotels, restaurants, gift shops, bars and other tourist businesses do not count. Only 7/11 benefits from most of them.

And the fact that Patong is dead should not be surprising. Sooner or later most were going to discover that it was an overpriced, epic wasteland.

Are you saying that a hotel full of 'invisible' Chinese Tourists is in fact empty and the hotel management have no idea that they are there ?

Where do you get the figures which support the statement "Tourism is way, way down nationwide" ?

In fact about 5.5 million European tourists visited Thailand in 2015.

I get that statement from the GM of an Amari hotel, who is a good friend. Also, from the dozens of restaurant, hotel, travel agents, and bar owners I speak with from time to time. All say the same thing. The numbers are up. But, that is only due to the massive influx of Chinese tourists. All business is down, except for a few hotels and restaurants that cater to them. And all of that business is heavily discounted to the tour operators. And nearly all of that money goes back to China. So, business is down. No doubt about that. And don't ever forget. Counted with that 5.5 million figure you specified, are visa runs, business visas, etc. Fudging is the top talent of the TAT.

Fairly safe to say NOBODY is going to miss this guy. Probably not even his mother. He spent his entire lifetime earning negative points. He helped very few. He was a predator. The air smells so much cleaner today. Wonder why.

The recent TAT focus on Chinese tourists is going to turn out to be a mega disaster of epic proportions. And the disaster known as Prayuth is sabotaging western tourism on a daily basis with his churlish and petulant comments about foreigners. So, what else can be expected? Tourism is way, way down nationwide. Unless you count the Chinese, which the TAT counts but the hotels, restaurants, gift shops, bars and other tourist businesses do not count. Only 7/11 benefits from most of them.

And the fact that Patong is dead should not be surprising. Sooner or later most were going to discover that it was an overpriced, epic wasteland.

The Trump meltdown has just begun. He simply cannot keep his ridiculous mouth shut. He is his own worst enemy. I am watching with glee.

I am not fascinated by ladyboys, I only know one friend who likes them , horses for courses I say,whatever floats your boat, my boat is floated by women who do not have dicks,you see I already have one.

I have often thought that the ladyboy experience was simply a bisexual free pass, without the burden of a fully gay experience. I have friends who occasionally indulge and they consider it sort of normal. They would never consider doing it with a guy. But with a ladyboy having another dick in the room seems ok. Fascinating indeed. We could debate this for hours on end.

And of the 850 Thais on that list all have denied any wrongdoing. It is quite simply in the nature of most Thais to deny, refuse to take responsibility for their actions, lie, and attempt to convince people that they are indeed law abiding and respectful, if and when they are not so.

And the more news that comes out about Putrid Putin the better. He might be the most corrupt politician on the planet. This leak is beautiful.

In the recent history of Thailand, no Thai couple has ever had sex in a public place. Shame on these crazy foreigners for behaving in such a brazen manner and soiling the reputation of this pure nation.

US bankers are some of the most corrupt, power hungry criminals on the planet. The big banks need to be broken up today. Not doing so is nothing but cowardice on the part of the Obama administration. It is long overdue. Their continued existence threatens the US and world economy. How many people know that they recently started selling toxic mortgage derivatives very much like the ones that brought down the economy in 2007? The big banks in the US are nothing but trouble. They have no ethics. They will do anything to earn a buck. Jamie Diamond should be serving a life sentence.

Thai women are some of the sexiest creatures on the planet. Of course they are going to dance and look crazy sexy with their wet clothing. This clown is attempting to rewrite history and is pretending that his country is some sort of fantasy land from seven centuries ago and assuming a lot in the process. Everybody wants to have fun on song kran. This small man is simply getting drunk with his power, and is looking sillier and sillier by the day. All he has to do to look silly is say anything. It means nothing to the people.

I have a friend who worked for Samui Rescue for 6 years, he said the numbers were constantly being manipulated, and fudged by the quivering authorities, but that they averaged two deaths per day on the roads of Samui, over a five year period.

Still the morgue on Samui can hold 30 people, get a grip on yourself and ask your friend where they put all the corpses....

Ask your self did he say per day or per month over the bar desk.

I lost a friend last month, and I can guarantee you the morgue was not full...

Anyone who has been on Samui for anytime at all knows it is definitely not per month. Minimum one per day. Rock bottom.

I have a friend who worked for Samui Rescue for 6 years, he said the numbers were constantly being manipulated, and fudged by the quivering authorities, but that they averaged two deaths per day on the roads of Samui, over a five year period.

Still the morgue on Samui can hold 30 people, get a grip on yourself and ask your friend where they put all the corpses....

Ask your self did he say per day or per month over the bar desk.

I lost a friend last month, and I can guarantee you the morgue was not full...

You can defend Samui all you want. You can try to convince us that it is only a few people a month. You may Eventually get a Good Samaritan plaque from Ramnate. My friend did not have an agenda. Bodies can be sent anywhere, Surat, Nakhon, anywhere. The size of the morgue means NOTHING to us. 60 a month is 60 a month. It is an abomination on the part of the authorities, who take zero responsibility.

Samui Times quotes hundreds of deaths per year. The numbers are staggering. The authorities and the media do everything in their power to hide it, including using Obama style numbers to fudge when they die, and not counting that as part of the total, if they die in the hospital or in route to the hospital, or a month later from the injuries. It is simply disingenuous, and dishonest. The problem is massive. Every government agency in Thailand, who is concerned with traffic safety should be working on this. The entire police force on Samui should be replaced with a far less lazy, and far more motivated force, that cares about public safety. The current force has shown over the course of many years, that safety is not their concern, on any level. Sack them im

Same on Samui ! Why no enforcement?

»I witnessed a 10 year old girl struggling to ride a scooter yesterday on the Mainland, with no less than 3 other girls riding pillion !«

How does that make Samui more dangerous than the mainland...?

That is far less common on the mainland, than it is on Samui. At least on the mainland the police will often stop children who are driving bikes, and ask them for their license. That NEVER happens on Samui. NEVER. Not a single speeding ticket or citation for reckless driving has ever been given in the history of Samui. It is almost as if the police pride themselves on their lack of concern.

Anti multiple postings before anyone has replied seems to be a sure sign of a vendetta against Samui, I really don't know why you still post on Samui forums?

As a resident on Samui I'd appreciate if on your last post on Samui forums you could give details of the 'staggering' numbers.

I know the roads on Samui are dangerous and have posted accordingly but I'd like to see the 'staggering' numbers please.

As a resident on Samui I'd appreciate if on your last post on Samui forums you could give details of the 'staggering' numbers.

Could I add politely, as a Samui resident I will have nothing against this one being THE last post of him, I am sure if OP could forget Samui once for all he would feel better.......................... maybe some of us too

I have a friend who worked for Samui Rescue for 6 years, he said the numbers were constantly being manipulated, and fudged by the quivering authorities, but that they averaged two deaths per day on the roads of Samui, over a five year period. It does sound like a lot. But, while I was there I rarely did not see an accident at least a few times a week, and I was just one guy on the road.

I will leave it alone at that, as my posts seem to offend. Just stating the facts as I saw them, while living there for ten years.

Have a nice time in jail then, the law says you need to carry your original passport at all time, tourist or ex-pad

it would have been nice if the thai government issued id cards for ex-pads here but as long as they dont, have your passport with you and if is to heavy for you find another country that dont require you to carry it

I would not carry my original passport under any circumstances, unless I am traveling overseas, or going to immigration. Always carry a color copy of my passport in my wallet, and have begun carrying a copy of the visa page too. If that is not enough for them, too bad. Non cooperation is what they deserve on this one. This is too much to ask. Asking an expat to carry their original passport at all times, would be the equivalent of asking a Jew in Germany in the late 1930's to carry their Jewish identification papers with them, and to wear a star of David on their clothing. It is way, way beyond the pale, and not something I am willing to cooperate with, on any level.

Thailand really needs to get it's act together, when it comes to having the right attitude about both tourists and ex-pats. The government is the one in need of an attitude adjustment.

Absolutely, positively incorrect information. As you can see by the quote, even this police spokesman said a copy is adequate. No jail time. That is sheer foolishness.

“The reason I decided to do the mission tonight is because many entertainment venues which attract foreign tourists are located in these areas. And since many foreigners visit these areas I’m afraid some of them might have ill-intentions to be involved in dark business, or even crimes, especially trans-national crime.

“This operation also helps to boost confidence between tourists and the security forces”, he added.

“I also want to ask for cooperation from all tourists to carry their passports or a photocopy every time when they go out.”

The day a serious research is posted here about how many single foreigners visiting Thailand comes back home with a STD or worst, all the doubts about Thai women behavior will end.

it's definitely a lot worse than what is reported. Tourism represents 30% of the kingdoms revenue and a large proportion of that must be sex tourism. You think there will ever be an honest report? Only saving grace is its relatively difficult for a man to contract HIV from a lady. Other STDs not the case. Seems to be a bit of a myth too that the bars insist girls are tested. I know there are a few ex bar owners on here like to hear their comments. Try asking a girl for a clinic check certificate. You wont get it. Apparently utter BS. Not the bars problem. Up to you what you do with the girl after she leaves. Try going back to a bar and complaining about some problem or dud girl you got. They dont give a toss. Most times in my experience in Pattaya or Bkk a condom is optional.

First of all, the total GDP generated from tourism is probably no more than 15%. And the government is going out of their way to reduce dependency on the sex trade. With the proliferation of Chinese tourism, there are fewer and fewer punters around. That will continue to drop over time.

I would not carry my original passport under any circumstances, unless I am traveling overseas, or going to immigration. Always carry a color copy of my passport in my wallet, and have begun carrying a copy of the visa page too. If that is not enough for them, too bad. Non cooperation is what they deserve on this one. This is too much to ask. Asking an expat to carry their original passport at all times, would be the equivalent of asking a Jew in Germany in the late 1930's to carry their Jewish identification papers with them, and to wear a star of David on their clothing. It is way, way beyond the pale, and not something I am willing to cooperate with, on any level.

Thailand really needs to get it's act together, when it comes to having the right attitude about both tourists and ex-pats. The government is the one in need of an attitude adjustment.

Simply consider her a plaything, and get on with your life. See her on occasion, and have fun with her. But, if she cannot be honest with you, what do you guys really have? She sounds like lover material, not GF material. At least on the face of it.

it surprises me how some guys get possessive of girls they are banging in thailand. what is the point of that? bang them, when you are bored move on. if you are getting it for free, enjoy it while it lasts, be prepared if a girl has been giving it to you for free she may require some severance pay.

I have often heard it said "with most women, you are either paying on the front end, or the back end". I would say that relates to both pros, and most civilians. So, pay up front, and know exactly what you are dealing with, or pay on the back end, somehow, somewhere, in some form, or at some point. The guys on this forum who brag about getting it for free can be amusing at times. We all pay for it on some level. Very little punani in this world is free. Of course there are exceptions, for the Brad Pitt types, the young, and really handsome or well built guys, etc.

Simply consider her a plaything, and get on with your life. See her on occasion, and have fun with her. But, if she cannot be honest with you, what do you guys really have? She sounds like lover material, not GF material. At least on the face of it.

I have scolded many a Thai, for leaving trash. Or deliberately picked up their trash, in front of them, and placed it is a bin. Their faces usually turn beet red! It is alot of fun to watch. It was as if they knew they had done something wrong, but they either could not control themselves, or did not care. Don't you care about Thailand, I ask? Do you not want your country to look beautiful? The looks on their faces is priceless.

Also, at least part of the issue is the extreme lack of bins nationwide. I have been walking in Bangkok for 15 minutes of more, with refuse in my hands, looking for a bin.

Eventually, Thailand will develop an awareness of environmental issues. As of now, most seem oblivious. When I ask them NOT to put my stuff into a plastic bag, they look at my like I am from another planet. When I ask them to use a plastic bag to put my to go food into, rather than a styrofoam box, which I detest, they also look at me like I am an alien from another planet. Why don't you want the plastic? Plastic is wonderful. And best of all, it is free! No, it is not free. The environmental price is very high!