msg362 Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 never stop for an accident unless you are directly involved...you will get blamed for it...also giving directions is confusing enough in English...let alone on a telephone to a Thai emergency services operator....leave that to the locals But then they say 'mai glai, trong pai' 'Not far straight on', they often don't know. ( I was 5 Km from my home in sankamphaeng and the local villager did not know how to get there!! ' Trong Pai' means they get rid of you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinginKata Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 But then they say 'mai glai, trong pai' 'Not far straight on', they often don't know. ( I was 5 Km from my home in sankamphaeng and the local villager did not know how to get there!! ' Trong Pai' means they get rid of you You know, that was something that surprised me the most when I arrived in Thailand. I used to stop at a petrol/gas station and ask directions, just no idea. Even tried a police man, but all he did was ask for my driving licence and searched the car. After a couple of times I just gave up the idea of asking for directions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evanson Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 Never deal with an Expat owned company here. Lie, cheat and steal better than any thai. I have to disagree - not all expat owned companies are like that! You get good and bad owners from all races so just be careful who you work with.... sorry if you had a bad experience but dont taint the rest of us! Bullshit. I learned a long time ago the expat businesses here will rob you blind. They'll do anything to not have to go back to their home countries and this country attracts the worse kind of expat 'businessman' lol, given the complete lack of business regulation here. Always use recommended Thai companies/people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evanson Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 V few tourists get attached to the local women. They may enjoy the 'service' provided, but only a small minority are stupid enough to believe they are 'hansum man' and end up in trouble. Most tourists have a great time and, as long as they avoid the jet skis and motorbikes (unless they are used to riding them at home) - will be just fine and have a wonderful holiday. The beaches are great, everybody is friendly (a tourist need not realise why) and the weather is a dam_n sight better than back at home! Probably one sucker on every plane landing here. More likely than you think. The opening sentence 'V (sic) many tourists (per se?) get attached to local women' assumes that the average tourist, any tourist, is predominantly male looking for cheap sex. Not so, many variables, do catch up. There are also many families, and singles of either sex NOT visiting Phuket for sex, and, an awful lot of those that are 'attracted to the women', do indeed end up, er, 'getting attached'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snamos Posted November 6, 2011 Author Share Posted November 6, 2011 Avoid Chang Beer, Sangsom and Laew Kao at all costs...these particular drinks are for experts only Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stiggy Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 Have fun Relax on the beaches Enjoy the different food and culture Go shopping See something different to home Have an open mind Avoid the moany old Gits that frequent certain forums and bars If your ex sas etc join the club most bars have one.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodyleonhard Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 3. Patong to the airport is possible in 18 minutes. ?????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snamos Posted November 6, 2011 Author Share Posted November 6, 2011 3. Patong to the airport is possible in 18 minutes. ?????? F1 has arrived in Phuket? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokie36 Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 Never deal with an Expat owned company here. Lie, cheat and steal better than any thai. So very true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyByNights Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Ignorance is bliss. Be careful of your surroundings and stay on the main path. Enjoy your holiday and go home happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpyoldman Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Don't ring the bell in a bar until you know what it means. shhhhhhhh...........katasyd, don't let that one out of the bag. That's how GOM drinks on the cheap, running to the bar where he hears the bell go off (as long as I'm not already at a place full of balloons). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katabeachbum Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 But then they say 'mai glai, trong pai' 'Not far straight on', they often don't know. ( I was 5 Km from my home in sankamphaeng and the local villager did not know how to get there!! ' Trong Pai' means they get rid of you You know, that was something that surprised me the most when I arrived in Thailand. I used to stop at a petrol/gas station and ask directions, just no idea. Even tried a police man, but all he did was ask for my driving licence and searched the car. After a couple of times I just gave up the idea of asking for directions. motocy taxis, ask them to go ahead and follow, pay 20 baht when you start and the rest, if any, when place found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenny999 Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Don't pull your shorts up so far as to see what is on offer, saw a falang last week at Kata gf and I could not stop laughing!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zorro1 Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Go balloon chasing when your hungry but go early before the other chasers arrive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
honoluabay Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 Great point Forgot about that all together.. Cell phones are super cheap and easy to get. MBK has full floor all cell phones, then 7-11, 1 2 call sim chips. All for 30.00 US. Just make sure the phone is Quad Band. Not sure whats up w/ 3G in LOS now. I would suggest to any new tourist to pack a cheap phone...grab a sim card at the airport on your arrival...the phone system is fantastic here and very cheap for prepaid customers...no ID needed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msg362 Posted November 7, 2011 Share Posted November 7, 2011 motocy taxis, ask them to go ahead and follow, pay 20 baht when you start and the rest, if any, when place found No motorcys in the villages around Sankamphaeng and I don't recall seeing them in Chiang Mai . Think it's a southern pastime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katabeachbum Posted November 8, 2011 Share Posted November 8, 2011 No motorcys in the villages around Sankamphaeng and I don't recall seeing them in Chiang Mai . Think it's a southern pastime motocy taxis in most Isarn towns, in BKK and this is the Phuket Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinginKata Posted November 8, 2011 Share Posted November 8, 2011 9 abusive posts + 1 off topic post removed. Stay on topic, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinginKata Posted November 8, 2011 Share Posted November 8, 2011 Comments or posts discussing an ex-member have been cleared out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintofsilence Posted November 8, 2011 Share Posted November 8, 2011 Reading this before coming to Thailand would help. http://www.thai-anxiety.com/scams.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaBuddha Posted November 8, 2011 Share Posted November 8, 2011 3. Patong to the airport is possible in 18 minutes. ?????? F1 has arrived in Phuket? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srIHoZ__zYA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaBuddha Posted November 8, 2011 Share Posted November 8, 2011 On my first visit to Thailand 10 years ago I had a tuk tuk driver outside the hotel in Bangkok tell me he would give me a free tour. He was upfront that he got paid in gas vouchers and made commission on anything I bought, but that I didn't have to buy anything. I had read or heard enough about gem scams and such that I knew somewhat to expect. It was quite elaborate scam. He took me to the "Lucky temple", a small half built temple looking structure in the middle of commercial and residential buildings with a monk or Buddha sculpture inside, but no monks He beeped the horn as we arrived and made a point to tell me "Whatever happens in the temple is considered very lucky." As I walked in, a tall sharply dressed olive complected man, possibly Indian or Nepalese, appeared and put on the friendly chap routine showing me how to properly visit a temple, asking me where I was from, how long I was here etc. He then said that he was involved in a gem business and was looking for couriers to take gems back to the states. No thanks and I had enough of the "temple". I was then taken to a couple of markets and silk shops where the driver collected his petrol tickets. All mildly amusing but didn't cost me anything. Lastly he took me to a go-go where the door fee was 600B for me and 600B for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billythehat Posted November 8, 2011 Share Posted November 8, 2011 3. Patong to the airport is possible in 18 minutes. ?????? F1 has arrived in Phuket? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srIHoZ__zYA Yep, like I said, 18 minutes is possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billythehat Posted November 8, 2011 Share Posted November 8, 2011 On my first visit to Thailand 10 years ago I had a tuk tuk driver outside the hotel in Bangkok tell me he would give me a free tour. He was upfront that he got paid in gas vouchers and made commission on anything I bought, but that I didn't have to buy anything. I had read or heard enough about gem scams and such that I knew somewhat to expect. It was quite elaborate scam. He took me to the "Lucky temple", a small half built temple looking structure in the middle of commercial and residential buildings with a monk or Buddha sculpture inside, but no monks He beeped the horn as we arrived and made a point to tell me "Whatever happens in the temple is considered very lucky." As I walked in, a tall sharply dressed olive complected man, possibly Indian or Nepalese, appeared and put on the friendly chap routine showing me how to properly visit a temple, asking me where I was from, how long I was here etc. He then said that he was involved in a gem business and was looking for couriers to take gems back to the states. No thanks and I had enough of the "temple". I was then taken to a couple of markets and silk shops where the driver collected his petrol tickets. All mildly amusing but didn't cost me anything. Lastly he took me to a go-go where the door fee was 600B for me and 600B for him. 10. Miscellaneous: Always count your change. The Somchai abacus has known software errors. Your TGF for the day would rather be with her friends than you during the day so don't waste time and money taking her on day trips. Coral Island (off the south coast) is not far and makes for a nice relaxing day out. Similan Islands okay but too far to do much in one day, although 3 nights can be arranged staying on a boat if you're into the diving thing. Contrary to what the incumbent inmates say, getting a decent quality roast dinner is nigh on impossible, in the same way you don't get good authentic Thai slop in your own berg. Quality steaks are available but you will need to ask around and be prepared to pay out a bit. Should you comment to one of the incumbent inmates about some awful thing that has happened to you whilst there, and the cloth-eared ignoramus asks,"why do you come here then", simply say, "Same reason as you chuckles, same reason as you.' Never, ever, tip for bad service. T-Bone steaks from a Thai restaurant are indeed T-Bone steaks, but not necessarily from a Cow. Yes, charcoal tablets (for food poisoning) really are that big. The som tam cart that sets up near the Lamai Hotel does 'real' som tam – caution advised. Excellent proper massages are available (without the pop shot). Again, just ask around (but don't ask Somchai.) 'Light Beers' will still give you a pom pui. Thai Whisky is dreadful stuff. Yes, Somchai really has managed to fill that 6" gap in the bathroom using several tubes of sealant. Ask him for tips on how to do this. If coming via Bangkok, stock up on t-shirts, consumables, etc, there rather than be ripped off here for exactly the same item(s). If you take a trip out on one of the old timber boats, be aware that the hong nam is usually located under a removable board over the drive propeller – quite a unique experience in a rough sea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katabeachbum Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srIHoZ__zYA rather than getting into jet ski scams, you can rent the yellow Lamborghini or red Ferrari at Nickys Handlebar, Patong or just a simple Harley or Ninja Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katasyd Posted November 9, 2011 Share Posted November 9, 2011 If you take a girl out of the bar while holidaying here, don't fall in love with her and buy land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenny999 Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 (edited) Do not walk along the street without a top on in my opinion it displays dis-respect and the yobbish look... plus having your big stomach falling over your shorts is nasty... Edited November 10, 2011 by kenny999 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
honoluabay Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 Yes SB I also had this happen to me didn't buy anything but what a trip. I went to the Grand Palace and this man tells me it's Closed for lunch but my friend can drive you around til they reopen.. Cool then off we went.. not a problem but funny how hard they tried to sell me everything they could. All in all a great day cruising the area. Happen everyday I would think there in Bkk. On my first visit to Thailand 10 years ago I had a tuk tuk driver outside the hotel in Bangkok tell me he would give me a free tour. He was upfront that he got paid in gas vouchers and made commission on anything I bought, but that I didn't have to buy anything. I had read or heard enough about gem scams and such that I knew somewhat to expect. It was quite elaborate scam. He took me to the "Lucky temple", a small half built temple looking structure in the middle of commercial and residential buildings with a monk or Buddha sculpture inside, but no monks He beeped the horn as we arrived and made a point to tell me "Whatever happens in the temple is considered very lucky." As I walked in, a tall sharply dressed olive complected man, possibly Indian or Nepalese, appeared and put on the friendly chap routine showing me how to properly visit a temple, asking me where I was from, how long I was here etc. He then said that he was involved in a gem business and was looking for couriers to take gems back to the states. No thanks and I had enough of the "temple". I was then taken to a couple of markets and silk shops where the driver collected his petrol tickets. All mildly amusing but didn't cost me anything. Lastly he took me to a go-go where the door fee was 600B for me and 600B for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenny999 Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 Do not speak to time share touts who will give you a winning ticket, then whisk you off for god knows how many hours of hard sell give me all your money!!! unless of course you want to give them all of your money lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katabeachbum Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 If you take a girl out of the bar while holidaying here, don't fall in love with her and buy land. agreed just buy her gold or a motorbike, if she takes off with the gold or bike you have lost peanutmoney. If she sticks around, be prepared to loose more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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