AlphMichaels Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Don't get me wrong..., I agree. Wandering about Isaan is cool, especially if you have a local who can get you places with ease. Back roads take you to some very cool places most would never find. No mention of transportation options. Makes one wonder what criteria used and, indeed, the experience of any authors (5 credited). "Take a low cost mini-van & enjoy the ride." Maybe..., maybe not so much. Even driving one's own vehicle comes with a bit of white knuckling. Still good to see some recognition about a great & beautiful part of the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMo Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 13 minutes ago, ftpjtm said: Seriously? Isaan on the same list as Bordeaux? I must have been in all the wrong places in Isaan and all the right places in Bordeaux. My most memorable moments from my last trip to Isaan involved plucking ants off myself and my bed all night in the best hotel we could find. Obviously you have problems finding hotels ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomisaan Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 and just how many days are left of 2017, thanks a lot CNN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orton Rd Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 2 hours ago, rebbu said: All of Thailand is the real Thailand. Except the Lao, Khmer and Lanna bits etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neeray Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 49 minutes ago, blazes said: As we all know, CNN is the main source of fake news. Imagine all those tourists trekking to Roi Et, Khon Kaen, and other hot spots of the flatlands, and imagining themselves in Nebraska or Alberta or Norfolk (and anywhere else that looks like a pancake that you can think of). It's mainly President Donald Trump (and entourage) who consider CNN to be "fake news". But anyone who opposes him becomes "public enemy number 1" anyway. And CNN have exposed him for what he is.......a big fake. But notwithstanding the CNN endorsement, a major side trip to Isaan is definitely in my future (along with gf). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgenon Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 1 hour ago, InMyShadow said: Actually this article has prompted me to go have a look. Enjoy the last few years of tranquility boys as the Americans start to arrive followed by macas, Starbucks and 7/11 on every corner Really? I thought Americans were not very numerous compared to toehrs. Where can I read about this influx? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgenon Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Sorry, I meant "others" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranky Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 34 minutes ago, hanssna said: Pattaya the real Thailand ? ?? Seems to me that 90% of Thais in Pattaya are from Isaan, so it must be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerkinsCuthbert Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Fortunately, not many people believe CNN, or even watch its rubbish, any more. Fake news, dontcha know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Docno Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 1 hour ago, ttl said: Be aware ISAAN covers a massive area.Sure there are some bright spots However the majority of countryside that I know are 20 years behind the time That is why Mukdahan's promised airport and rail line do not now appear on the schedled list these days Try finding a Plumber,Electrician,a Computer Tech.TV serviceman.a small motor mechanic,a radio repairer Even the locals shake their heads when one asks for help. Redefine Isaan I think Not too many tourists need a plumber, electrician, or computer technician etc while on holiday... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark mark Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Nice !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvavin Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Ok, ok, CNN, I try my best to believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Get Real Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 4 hours ago, InMyShadow said: Oops this won't go down well with the bashers. Number one that says something not understandable 4 hours ago, steven100 said: OMG .... the thai bashers will be out in force today !! Follow-up on the not to be understood part. Isaan is a very calm and relaxing part of Thailand, that really waiting to be explored by more people. Wonderful nature and peace is why I choosed to stay there. I don´t mind a big city once in a while, bu would never like to live in that kind of stress, polluted air and crime ridden areas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tandor Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 2 hours ago, JLCrab said: Always helps to have a gimmick. ..a little 'c' would be best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superal Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 the region is famous for its spicy salads, Not sure I would recommend the spicy salads , they have put many folk in hospital including myself , through lack of hygiene . Not to mention that Issan has a high rate of stomach cancer caused by raw fermented fish and spicy food to the extreme . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycallahan Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 CNN is Fake News! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ossy Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 4 minutes ago, harrycallahan said: CNN is Fake News! Time for bed, said Zebedee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazes Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 29 minutes ago, PerkinsCuthbert said: Fortunately, not many people believe CNN, or even watch its rubbish, any more. Fake news, dontcha know. Yawn....see posting #24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neeray Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 3 minutes ago, harrycallahan said: CNN is Fake News! Such a totally ridiculous, shallow, meaningless statement. They might have a hard xn (sic) for Trump but that hardly qualifies CNN as fake (except in his eyes). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blazes Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 7 minutes ago, harrycallahan said: CNN is Fake News! Why advertise that you do not read the contributions of others, only narcissistically rush to scrawl your own graffito. See posting #24 (not to mention the equally oblivious #39) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunsetT Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 3 hours ago, Ossy said: Isan . . . the REAL Thailand. No frills, no fakes, loads of friendship. CNN got this one right! SSSSSSSSShhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLCrab Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 19 minutes ago, tandor said: ..a little 'c' would be best. Yeah but they don't call them little big 'c' they call them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustdevil Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 I'll take Chiang Mai any day over Isaan. Part of that is a bias--some of the most repulsive farang losers I've met went to Udon Thani-area villages and "bought" (with dowry) a local wife and think they're so amazing and special because they have a wife and kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextStationBangkok Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 1 hour ago, hanssna said: Pattaya the real Thailand ? ?? Good entertainment destination for balls! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InMyShadow Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Pattaya the real Thailand ? [emoji23][emoji23]Yes it's where nearly all the tourists visit before they marry a Buffalo scrubber and head for the hills and would "never be seen dead ' in Pattaya all of a suddenRing a bell? [emoji12] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunolem Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 1 hour ago, hanssna said: Pattaya the real Thailand ? ?? Every country needs to dump its garbage somewhere... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hanssna Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Just now, InMyShadow said: Yes it's where nearly all the tourists visit before they marry a Buffalo scrubber and head for the hills and would "never be seen dead ' in Pattaya all of a sudden Ring a bell? Yeah rings a bell... think I've been to both places a few times. Wouldn't like to spend all too much time in either of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunolem Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 32 minutes ago, harrycallahan said: CNN is Fake News! CNN is entertainment news... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGW Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 3 hours ago, Ossy said: Isan . . . the REAL Thailand. No frills, no fakes, loads of friendship. CNN got this one right! A chance to meet the uneducated masses who are their to serve their Bangkok masters Where you will have a chance to listen to obnoxiously load motorcycles and even louder trucks spewing dust and fumes wherever they feel like it! Works for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InMyShadow Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 A chance to meet the uneducated masses who are their to serve their Bangkok masters Where you will have a chance to listen to obnoxiously load motorcycles and even louder trucks spewing dust and fumes wherever they feel like it! Works for me! What about the thousands who have built mcmansion on the Gf's popas farm?They all come across as deliriously happy. [emoji23][emoji23] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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