Andrew C Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Any "money saving tips" that you've figured out during your stay? How did you learn this? For example, I avoid fancy restaurants because I realized I could get food that is just as good for half the price at small street shops. And I also avoid relationships here in Thailand. I don't think I need to explain how that saves money.... comment below! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeonjake Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 You say Avoid relegationships That's because your s tight ass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swissie Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Just by staying away from Beach Road in Pattaya at 3 AM and therefore not getting robbed by Ladyboys should save a chunk of money........... Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJGreen Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 I don't run a car in bkk...saves a bit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strange Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Pretty much just thai food and rent.... Take it easy on the beer... Everything else I can't live without. Car, Aircon, etc mandatory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoiBiker Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 I have an actual relationship that doesn't involve money changing hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabricus Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 2 hours ago, pigeonjake said: You say Avoid relegationships That's because your s tight ass You've just perfectly summed up the key dynamic of your relationship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinneil Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Easy way to save money here, keep the outlaws outside your gate. Doing that you can save a fortune, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeonjake Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 40 minutes ago, Fabricus said: You've just perfectly summed up the key dynamic of your relationship. Please explain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strange Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 1 hour ago, SoiBiker said: I have an actual relationship that doesn't involve money changing hands. Agree Still two heads instead of one though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoiBiker Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 1 minute ago, Strange said: Agree Still two heads instead of one though Two heads. Two incomes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strange Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 1 minute ago, SoiBiker said: Two heads. Two incomes. *slowly retreats from thread* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anotheruser Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 I found masturbating before going to the bar not only saves money but time and headaches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoiBiker Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Just now, anotheruser said: I found masturbating before going to the bar not only saves money but time and headaches. Careful. I got kicked out of a pub for that once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anotheruser Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Just now, SoiBiker said: Careful. I got kicked out of a pub for that once. Are you sure you did it BEFORE going to the bar? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swissie Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 2 hours ago, SoiBiker said: Careful. I got kicked out of a pub for that once. Shocking comment at first. On second thought: Not really. Considering the fact, that Thai-Hostesses (these days), are mostly overweight, overbearing in their behavior, having cheap local whisky on their breath and wanting to be reimbursed for their services with 1000 Bht + Bar-Fine, delivering mainly non-performance. (Approaching European price levels for same services). How to kill a golden goose? (Or in this case the golden Ganders). See above. As the "Hostess-Business" in Pattaya is pricing itself out of the global market, the more effort is being made by the TAT to sell Pattaya as a "Premier Family Oriented Holiday Destination in S/E Asia". Good luck! Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anotheruser Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 13 minutes ago, swissie said: Shocking comment at first. On second thought: Not really. Considering the fact, that Thai-Hostesses (these days), are mostly overweight, overbearing in their behavior, having cheap local whisky on their breath and wanting to be reimbursed for their services with 1000 Bht + Bar-Fine, delivering mainly non-performance. (Approaching European price levels for same services). How to kill a golden goose? (Or in this case the golden Ganders). See above. As the "Hostess-Business" in Pattaya is pricing itself out of the global market, the more effort is being made by the TAT to sell Pattaya as a "Premier Family Oriented Holiday Destination in S/E Asia". Good luck! Cheers. Well getting rid of the sex industry will save many people money. Back on topic. I have found to save money it is better to go places in the low season. So I have begun to arrange holidays with in Thailand at periods such as now. January I will go to Bali where there is a slight increase in prices but they don't go crazy like it does in Phuket. I was comparing some prices and a pool villa that goes for around $200 in Bali would go for double that price in Phuket or Samui if not more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLCrab Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 I prefer non-actual relationships that are "at will" as per the legal term in USA meaning cancellable without notice or cause. But if the relationship on that basis can last 7+ years, who's to say what is actual or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intensified Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 If you possibly can avoid buying imported goods and ALWAYS buy clothes in the sales there really are LOADS of genuine bargains to be had especially in bangkok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoiBiker Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 39 minutes ago, JLCrab said: I prefer non-actual relationships that are "at will" as per the legal term in USA meaning cancellable without notice or cause. But if the relationship on that basis can last 7+ years, who's to say what is actual or not. 7 years is nothing. Some people keep the same job their whole lives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deli Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Get the Missus a job and no mo' for any family members of hers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dundas Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 (edited) 8 hours ago, anotheruser said: I found masturbating before going to the bar not only saves money but time and headaches. Edited October 10, 2016 by dundas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little mary sunshine Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Why would anyone, other than a corporate executive sent by his/her company come to a country where the pay scale is 10% of their home country and expect to save money....even if living expenses are 10% of that of your home country it all balances out. You move to these countries with a pension and money invested and you don't worry about saving money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macthehat Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 8 hours ago, SoiBiker said: Careful. I got kicked out of a pub for that once. Tesco lotus are'nt keen on that too . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoiBiker Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 3 minutes ago, little mary sunshine said: Why would anyone, other than a corporate executive sent by his/her company come to a country where the pay scale is 10% of their home country and expect to save money....even if living expenses are 10% of that of your home country it all balances out. You move to these countries with a pension and money invested and you don't worry about saving money. Until the exchange rate tanks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatOilWorker Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Use eatigo and shop on Lazada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 3 minutes ago, SoiBiker said: Until the exchange rate tanks... i change the rear axle oil and the spark plugs of my Learjet every three years instead of once a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little mary sunshine Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 1 minute ago, SoiBiker said: Until the exchange rate tanks... If you work until your 62+ have a good pension and used the last 10 years to really save you could care less if the exchange rate goes down 10-14%. Only those who thought they would sit on their butts at age 50 are concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixthelement Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 My dating advice: Date a girl that is independent: her own car, condo, and job. That one doesn't need support from you, and the relationship will start on a good note My second advice, is don't F**ing spoil her. Every gesture has to have a meaning, and let her pay for the occasional restaurant if she offers. The first 6 months of a relationship are crucial because it is the base on which you will build. Better be too tight than too loose at that point, and you can loosen up after that. If you follow these basic tips, you won't be scared to date anymore. It worked perfect for me ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandgroper2 Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 I use the brain i was born with to work things out. But then again, you maby a 7 year old kid and needs to ask these sort of questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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