astroboydivx

Hi all,

I'm looking for a professional wedding photographer for my wedding in Ko Samui. If anyone knows photographers with a demonstrable portfolio, can they please let me know as I'd like to review their work and get in contact with them.

Thanks,

Astro.

Hi there,

Just wondering if anyone is able to post some course notes or vocabulary listing etc etc. Before bothering them to ask for a placement test I'd like to see some of their curriculum.

Thanks,

Astro.

Hi Everyone,

I've started looking into suitable accommodation for my 6 weeks at Chula. The closest station to Chula's Language department appears to be MRT Sam Yan.

The below accommodation is recommended by Chula (http://www.inter.chula.ac.th/inter/internationalstudents/Accomodation.htm).

• Nonsi Residence - http://www.nonsiresidence.com/
• Thada Court Apartment - http://www.kobayashi.co.th/Thaigo/silom/apartment/Silom2093.html
• The Blooms Residence - http://www.hotelthailand.com/bangkok/theblooms/
• Reno Hotel - http://www.renohotel.co.th/
• The Narathiwas - http://www.thenarathiwas.com/
• Evergreen Place - http://www.evergreenapartment.com/

Just wondering if anyone has opinions on them. I also like the idea of a homestay situation where I'd be immersed in Thai language.

Sounds like semester 1 it is for me then. Thanks for your advice Captain.

I'm probably going to study there also next year. I'm looking at 3 March to 11 April. There's a smaller chance I'd follow on with 1 May to 13 June.

I have a vocab of 500+ words, a good understanding of Thai grammar, and can read Thai (very very slowly) so that suggests I shouldn't start in Class 1, but I'm sure theres many holes in my knowledge and I'm poor with tones and listening to people at normal speed. But having said that, I would be traveling from Australia and the semester of class would be my annual holiday so I don't want to waste the opportunity either.

I'll have to call them up and see if I can sit a placement exam to determine my standing. It would be nice if they provided greater visibility into their curriculum than their crappy website (http://www.arts.chula.ac.th/~asc/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=78&Itemid=255).

Keen to continue hearing as much as possible on other people's observations on the classes.

Starting at our place for a fresh grad would be 25-30k heading to 60s a few yrs later if any good. We have a decent group of locals with around 10yrs experience that have progressed up the ranks at around 150-200k and those that have held in for the long term are up in the 350-400k range.

I'm amazed at these numbers, 400k per month is USD$155k p.a. - that's more than I earn in Sydney and I'm white collar and doing well. What's the job description of these people?

So at one end of the spectrum, there's some locally produced cheap crap. And at the other end of the spectrum, there's over-taxed expensive imports. What cars in the Thai car market lie in the "sweet spot" for value for money? What locally assembled cars are the best?

And what determines the tax rate on imports - is it a flat tax based on a % markup, or are there gradings depending on engine size etc etc?

What's the most expensive Thai-made car?

Hi there,

I'm in Thailand this month and would like to get some laser treatment to fix my face - it's been damaged by the Aussie sun and acne.

I believe the two best options are Fraxel and Er.Yag - can anyone advise what clinic I should visit?

Any idea of costs?

Thanks,

Astro.

OK Here we go folks with the great SE Asia Smackdown 2011. Vietnam, Indonesia and Singapore are not allowed to play.

Thailand (democratic monarchy)

Population: 66m / GDP: $574b

versus

"SE Asia Regional Alliance of Estovakia"

Population: 100m / GDP: $520b

Comprised of:

Cambodia (democratic monarchy)

Population: 15m / GDP: $31b

Laos (communist republic)

Population: 7m / GDP: $14b

Burma (presidential republic)

Population: 50m / GDP: $72b

Malaysia (democratic monarchy)

Population: 27m / GDP: $400b

Goal: Destroy the enemy's military offensive capabilities, capture and hold the enemy's parliament for at least 6 months via military power.

Who would win? Thailand (greater GDP, greater unitedness) or the SE Alliance (attacking from all angles, greater population, but outdated technology)

I don't know anything about the military of these countries so please enlighten me with your crystal balls!

South Korea and Indonesia could kick Thailand's arse.

Thailand could kick Malaysias, Cambodias, Burmas and Laos' arse.

My understanding is that Thailand and China are building stronger relationships. If the USA and Thailand fought in 15 years time, who would Thailand side with?

Hi guys,

I'm 33 year old and have a wealth of about $450k (AUD/USD - same same).

For me the question isn't do I want to live in Thailand, but when. I'm unsure whether I should stay in Farangland and try to earn as much as I can, or follow my dream and move soon.

I've spent 3 months in Thailand over the last 2 years and as well as basic pass-ah Thai conversation, I can read and pronounce Thai script that involve consonants and long vowels. Still alot more to learn obviously, but I love it.

If anyone has work available for a hardworking, optimistic, well educated Aussie with a skillset in IT Banking and telco project management and a friendly demeanor, you could very well make my decision easier

Thanks.

I suggest you should buy "Thai for Beginners" by Benjawan Poomsan Becker - or her next book - if you are more advanced and then study with private tutor

Kru Mod - you'll be amazed how fast you will progress. I suggest e-mail "Kru Mod" she will tell you specifics. I feel her fees are reasonable and she is very capable and professional.

Thands Parvis, I've made contact with Kru Mod. Prices are good, everything seems good. Just booked my flights too

Hi everyone,

I'm going to be in Bangkok between Dec 24 and Jan 4 which is obviously only about 10 days inc Christmas and New Years.

Can anyone advise a school or personal tutor that may be able to assist me during this period? I'm a beginner but I do know Gor Gai through to Hor Nok Hoog.

Thankyou!

What sort of price are we looking at for a quality suit at Burda's?

I can't post links, so google "Dr Sara Perovic" and check out the "mynewsize" forums.

On the coast itself in the west, the places I have stayed-in are Anyer, Carita and Labuan. And just in-land a bit are the small-ish towns of Cilegon and Pandeglang. But there are loads of villages, either on the beach or inland a mile or two. We would spend the week-ends on bikes (MTB and road) in this area and its a lovely part of the world. but its pretty quiet, more so even that rural Isan.

How safe is Indonesia, both from a poverty/wealth point of view and religious zeolot point of view?