I thought a bottle/can opener...

not absolutely necessary in some establishments...

What era do you come from???????????

Can/bottle openers went out 40 years ago..............

They are ring tops now

ring pull bottles, I must look out for them...

Let us know if you find any Beer Chang bottles with ring-pull caps. All the bottles in my cases of 24 have normal caps.

Thats why God invented cigarette lighters, the ever present *chang* opener.

Everything tangible that has been mentioned so far is available in Thailand, just bring your sense of adventure, your sense of humour and your good senses. If you need to bring the kitchen sink then why come?

Have a great retirement and all the best for you pal. Enjoy life, there is only one!!!

potatoe masher

If you like mashed potatoe bring the pototoe masher with you. I brought mine on my last return visit to UK and now delight in making my own mashed potatoe at home. lol