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The furthest I intend on immersing myself into Thai culture will be limited to how far my dick can penetrate into Thai Pussy.
I have been outside my country of origin for 12 years. If I have not learned what my preferences are and what I want by now I have been wasting my time.
It know about embedding myself into the local culture. I made that mistake in the Dominican Republic and I am so pleased that I extracted myself from it. I do not plan to make the same mistake in Thailand.
As I noted that is an individual choice, and that is where you come from many like in Thailand the people don't have a clue as to what real choice is nor do they have a clue what freedom is, and that is part of the problem. We have too much freedom and that gets in the way of things at times because as human we at times will not move their opinion or compromise for anything or anyone.
It was noted to me by accident as I was traveling to Thailand to live, a guy told me as long as you don't become " Entrenched " into the culture because once you do it becomes no different than the place you want to leave.
And for me personally, I know a number of expat like yourself who feel the way you do because you have not do as I noted. When I first came here I noticed a lot of stuff it wasn't until I attended an Expat club meeting listening that many of my negative thoughts I kept to myself majority of those who live and members had the same negative view.
I once knew a member of this board met at one of these meeting. Like yourself who kept a distant and he was happy whenever we got together for dinner he ask about what I been doing he was just in shock of things I was encountering never heard stuff lf he didn't know my situation personally would think I was lying.
I say to each his own if you want to burn your bridge it is your choice! Best I can say is good luck and " you been served how you like me now " LOL.
Mr Enternational
07-25-24, 16:54
That's 500-600 BILLION baht! Imagine how many hospitals, decent roads and schools that would buy you?That is if people were concerned about hospitals, roads, and schools. I think the masses are concerned about food to eat and a place to live, and the rich people and politicians are concerned about money to line their own pockets.
Mr Enternational
07-25-24, 17:00
For me, with my experiences in my country of origin. I could not wait to get out of there once I discovered how great living overseas could be. For me, the grass is indeed better everywhere that I have lived outside of my country of origin. Goes to show how life shapes your perception.The grass is better because you have money. If you have no money then that grass would actually be a dirt field.
The grass is better because you have money. If you have no money then that grass would actually be a dirt field.Who says I have money? According the the majority of posters all over the world here on ISG I am broke, busted individual that has to live an economy life. They make those statements just because I take the bus and because I choose not to spend 3000 - 5000 on pussy for one fucking night. I prefer taking care of the people that take care of me.
They choose to pay those amounts in Thailand and brag about it. Fine, if you got it spend it. Are these the same people that spit on homeless people as they walk by them? The older I get the more I realize that money is not really that important. That your possessions possess you. The quicker someone gets out the perception that you need money to be happy the quicker they are on their way to a better more satisfying life.
I don't have any money. We have guys posting on ISG that they have 2 million dollar net worth. Ok, if that is the case why are the flying all over the world for cheap pussy (relative to their country of origin). Why are they talking shit to me about the amounts of money I spend? It's all relative.
The money I do have I worked my fucking ass off for it. I worked hard as a wage slave; did without; made my stack, until I could deploy my capital and let my money work for me. I took advantages of the opportunities that I have.
Nothing changes the fact that with money or not my country of origin is on the decline fast and will be soon be on the top of the garbage heap in a historical sense. I reject the idea that you proffer:
The grass is better because you have money. If you have no money then that grass would actually be a dirt field.That is your perception and I surprised given your world travels you do not have more perspective. With grass seed you can grow grass in a dirt field. But it is not just going to happen. You are going to have to cultivate the land, water your seed and pull weeds. I see your comment as being fatalistic. That everyone who does not have money is not able to improve their circumstances. Knowledge is free today.
https://www.saylor.org/
Those that fail to improve themselves in the greatest time ever to be alive only have the person in the mirror to blame. People are literally risking everything they have including their lives for a opportunity to enter my country of origin in order to earn money. You think these people have money?
My example of this alone should able to convince most people that it is not about the absolute amount of money that you have, it is the direction your life is taking. Is it improving or declining? My life is constantly improving. But I made a lot more money when I was younger. My life is improving because I am improving myself. Not because my money is improving my life.
Pro Tip. You don't want to Emulate Poor Thais. No offense.Looke at this fly by night mother fucker talking shit out the side of his neck.
Currently spot price of gold is over 2400.00 USD
One of the things I really like about being here in Thailand is that gold is integrated into the economy and it is very easy to save in gold here. Not saying that taking financial or investment advice from a public internet site focused on sharing information on having sex with girl is wise. But some mother fuckers just speak out of turn and know nothing of what they speak. Looking backwards my gold purchases look pretty good. Poor Thais may be onto something those born with silver spoons up their asses and that have private bankers have no idea of. How to survive in the rough and tumble world where being a keyboard warrior does not count for shit. Knowing how to operate in the real world is priceless.
Open up a bank account with no international fees (or ones that refund it). Many, including myself, recommend a Charles Schwab account for international travel. Just go to any ATM to withdraw money (the random fees get refunded at the end of the month) and you use the card they give you. I've found that the rates are among the best when compared to most money changers, plus it's a lot easier. You don't need to carry around a huge wad of cash and there are usually ATMs close to wherever you stay. Airline ATMs have jacked up rates, just like the money changers so I would recommend only pulling out a small there and then finding an ATM wherever you are staying.We have more points of agreement than disagreement on this subject. As you advice is spot on!
But I do recommend keeping a cash reserve. Bringing nice crisp brand new benjis if you want the best rates and least amount of hassle. I am still a cash on the barrel head man. Untraceable. Here in Pattaya T. T. Currency Exchange consistently offers the best rates. Often comparable to the rates I get using the recommendation given by TheDerilious.
How you like me now!
Explorer8939
07-31-24, 11:32
I plan to stay in Thailand less than 180 days in 2024, in order to avoid being a Thai tax resident.
By September 1, I will have accumulated 121 days in Thailand, which allows me 59 days (about 2 months) for the rest of the year.
I won't be in Thailand at all in September, so on October 1, will still have 59 days in Thailand to spend, so I will need to travel a little more than one month the rest of the year. Where to go is still a mystery to me.
During 2025, I will see if the new Thai tax regime is enforced. If so, that will significantly change my plans.
TheDerilious
07-31-24, 19:00
But I do recommend keeping a cash reserve. Bringing nice crisp brand new benjis if you want the best rates and least amount of hassle. Yeah, I always travel with a certain amount of "shit-hitting the fan" cash but I started to use the ATM for the majority of my mongering money because I can generally budget a bit better that way. I find it easier to spend less when you have to make a daily or regular withdrawal rather than having a wad of vacation cash that I am more inclined to spend freely. But that can be totally different for someone else so to each his own. I don't think there is a perfect way to budget, except for doing it in the first place which is essential, no matter your price point.
Currently spot price of gold is over 2400.00 USD
One of the things I really like about being here in Thailand is that gold is integrated into the economy and it is very easy to save in gold here.How do you store Gold in Thailand? I know there is a reasonably priced vault in BKK that also offers insurance on the contents of your box which is the way I'm thinking of going. I'm thinking of spending under 180 days in Thailand then the rest of the time in other Southeast Asia countries, but storing my baht gold in Thailand. I wonder if I would become a tax citizen if I did that?
Thinking of that new DTV visa too. Need to hear more about using it for language courses, cooking classes, or medical treatment. I don't think my portfolio of Kamala memes is going to count toward being a digital nomad. LOL.
Yeah, I always travel with a certain amount of "shit-hitting the fan" cash but I started to use the ATM for the majority of my mongering money because I can generally budget a bit better that way.Yes, I do the same. That is why I suggested it. But I have suggested it to my friends who are planning to travel here and got the some push back about the how the ATM is better. Big Boy rules apply.
Never had a problem with a ATM network or your ATM card? Yep, I have. All over the mother fucking world where I have traveled and lived.
I don't think there is a perfect way to budget, except for doing it in the first place which is essential, no matter your price point.Who needs a stinking budget?
Everything that costs more is better. Since that is the case one should not need a budget for anything. Because a budget would mean a limit to spending and therefore you could not buy the most expensive of everything. The budget would cause you be relegated the economy class of life. That wouldn't be good. I live that sort of life. It has been pointed out to me that some find being in that situation unpleasant. They use expressions like: if that is all you can afford. LOL!
Be like this guy:
I appreciate a man that is not hindered by cost.Forum is full of millionaires. No hate. I am just not one of them. So I post about my activities on the lower end of the scale accordingly.
Unfortunately there are those who think their money makes them better than others. So, they post in a condescending, derisive manner in response to anyone who either must or chooses (I am the former I have no money) to show others how to have a good time in Pattaya without a million dollars in the bank.
I am not going to bust their bubble of self delusion. It boosts their egos to know they are richer than everyone else. It makes them feel superior. There is even a special user blog to document their exploits. Good for them. I am here to let anyone interested know that it does not take a multi-million USD equivalent net worth to have fun in Pattaya.
I find it easier to spend less when you have to make a daily or regular withdrawal rather than having a wad of vacation cash that I am more inclined to spend freely. The way I budget cash is to put a certain amount in my front pocket when I go out. Along with a 20 THB note in my back pocket. When the money runs out in my front pocket, time to go home. I have enough in my back pocket to get home on the Baht Bus. LOL!.
They print it out of thin air. I spend it like that!
But that can be totally different for someone else so to each his own. A expression that makes me laugh "to each their own". GTF!
Man Law 101: No grown man ought to be telling another grown man how to spend his hard earned money or who to fuck.
That would include the mother fuckers up in here that have a problem with guys that choose to look for a princess standing under a palm tree on Beach Road. Can someone tell me why it is ok to spend money buying 40 Lady Drinks, but not ok to look for value?
Quality, Price and Value are all very different concepts. Everyone balances their priorities based on the reality of their situation. Are individuals really so lacking in their depth of character to be fully defined by the money they have. It's just paper.
All my life been po'; But it really doen't matter no mo; And they wonder why I act this way; The Cmdr gon be okay - Po' Folks, Nappy Roots.
How do you store Gold in Thailand?Fuck storage! I wear my shit like I'm Mr. T up in dis *****!
Yeah, I always travel with a certain amount of "shit-hitting the fan" cash but I started to use the ATM for the majority of my mongering money because I can generally budget a bit better that way. I find it easier to spend less when you have to make a daily or regular withdrawal rather than having a wad of vacation cash that I am more inclined to spend freely. But that can be totally different for someone else so to each his own. I don't think there is a perfect way to budget, except for doing it in the first place which is essential, no matter your price point.One time in Phuket, I ran out of cash on a Saturday. And I didn't have my 3 one hundred dollar bills I often carry for emergency. And I hit my maximum ATM cash withdrawal so I would have access to cash until Monday. So I sent money to myself via Western Union.
One Eyed Man
08-03-24, 16:29
I plan to stay in Thailand less than 180 days in 2024, in order to avoid being a Thai tax resident.The idea just hit me: is it possible to have active retirement visas from different countries? Say, Thailand and Brazil simultaneously?
The idea just hit me: is it possible to have active retirement visas from different countries? Say, Thailand and Brazil simultaneously?Both Brazil and Thailand allow dual nationality so dual retirement visas should not be a problem. But if you are not "living" there full time why bother?
DarrenCohen34
08-03-24, 21:02
Do massage parlors and taxis take US $? Or Euros?
Assuming ATM's with US debit cards distribute Thai Baht, yes?
Should I order some Thai Baht from my bank before my trip?
Do US plugs work, or should I buy a converter for BKK & Phuket?
Given the traffic, what's the fastest way to navigate BKK? By MRT, Tuk Tuk or Taxi?
Do any spas in luxury hotels and resorts offer HJ's?
Sorry--I've Googled the above and get conflicting answers!
UglyAzzMan
08-03-24, 21:05
The idea just hit me: is it possible to have active retirement visas from different countries? Say, Thailand and Brazil simultaneously?Ben Hart of integrity legal is saying immigration is doing House Checks on retirement Visas. Just another Pain in the Azz.
What if you in Miami when they want to visit. LOL. Hahaha.
But if you are not "living" there full time why bother?Not everyone plants their ass in one place and never moves. I operate on the concept of the trifecta I keep multiple bases that I wish to have consistent access to. Therefore multiple citizenships and residencies are needed.
Banana Boi
08-04-24, 05:00
Answer in Bold .
Do massage parlors and taxis take US $? Or Euros?
I assume they will be don't expect a very good exchange rate at all
Assuming ATM's with US debit cards distribute Thai Baht, yes?
All Thai ATM machines only distribute Thai baht
Should I order some Thai Baht from my bank before my trip?
To make your life easy yes. Enough to pay for taxi from airport to hotel, pay a possible deposit when you check in to hotel, pay for lunch and some snacks at 711. When you arrive in Thailand find a TT Exchange (yellow sign) for best exchange rates. If you want to go out right away, take out enough to pay for drinks and a girl so maybe 10,000+ baht. You can always pay a bar with a CC but not the girl
Do US plugs work, or should I buy a converter for BKK & Phuket?
US plugs work. If your device like laptop can handle 220V then no need for a converter. Most hotels have converters available if needed.
Given the traffic, what's the fastest way to navigate BKK? By MRT, Tuk Tuk or Taxi?
This depends on what time it is and where you're going. During rush hour BTS/MRT are your best bets assuming your start and end points are near a station.
Ben Hart of integrity legal is saying immigration is doing House Checks on retirement Visas. Just another Pain in the Azz.
What if you in Miami when they want to visit. LOL. Hahaha.When you leave the country you are logged out in the computer. They may not know where you went, but they know you are not in the country. So, why would an immigration agent performing house checks goto a location where they know the individual is not in the country? It is as simple as looking in the computer. That is where they find the information to do the house check in the first place is it not?
The name of the agency is called immigration not outmigration. LOL!.
How you like me now?
Mr Enternational
08-04-24, 11:46
Should I order some Thai Baht from my bank before my trip?It seems you are making things complicated. This is not 1960. How is this still even a thing in 2024? From when you land until when you leave, you will see an ATM or currency exchange place every 5 feet. I go to a lot of countries and if I had to order currency from the bank every time I went somewhere it would not be at all practical.
Do massage parlors and taxis take US $? Or Euros?
Should I order some Thai Baht from my bank before my trip?
Sorry--I've Googled the above and get conflicting answers!Do not get any baht from a bank in America! The rates are horrible. Just cash in 100 at the airport (even these rates are much better than US banks) to get you by and then seek out a Superrich in whatever your Thailand destination is.
Also to add about cell phones. If you have T-Mobile in the US they are on AIS network and works pretty good in Thailand, no need to get international plan with them. You will get free texting and. 25 min calls. Make sure you download Line and WhatsApp before you leave and make sure you connect family and friends with these apps before you leave as well. If not get the cheapest 5 day plan avail at airport if you choose, but not needed and then go to any mall or 7-11 after you check in hotel for a plan.
Do massage parlors and taxis take US $? Or Euros?
Assuming ATM's with US debit cards distribute Thai Baht, yes?
Should I order some Thai Baht from my bank before my trip?If you are going to take USD with you to exchange, make sure and take crisp, new notes, no markings or tears no matter how small. Also, make them larger denomination notes. Some money changers charge a different rate depending on the value of the note, $1 getting a lower rate than $20 and so on.
Mr Enternational
08-04-24, 19:29
If you are going to take USD with you to exchange, make sure and take crisp, new notes, no markings or tears no matter how small. Also, make them larger denomination notes.If he wants to order from his bank then that is exactly what it should be. You want to let them know a couple says ahead of time so they can make sure they have it ready.
UglyAzzMan
08-04-24, 19:37
When you leave the country you are logged out in the computer. They may not know where you went, but they know you are not in the country. So, why would an immigration agent performing house checks goto a location where they know the individual is not in the country? It is as simple as looking in the computer. That is where they find the information to do the house check in the first place is it not?
The name of the agency is called immigration not outmigration. LOL!.
How you like me now?For once you might make some Cents. LOL. Hahaha.
Only thing is I'm not sure Computers in immigration and whatever Agency are speaking to each other.
Mr Enternational
08-06-24, 05:10
I just applied for the DTV 5 year visa. The fee was $400.
I just applied for the DTV 5 year visa. The fee was $400.This seems like an amazing deal compared to the myriad of other cumbersome options that Thailand otherwise has been making available over the past 20+ years.
This seems like an amazing deal compared to the myriad of other cumbersome options that Thailand otherwise has been making available over the past 20+ years.Damn. Cheaper than a Cambodian visa.
This seems like an amazing deal compared to the myriad of other cumbersome options that Thailand otherwise has been making available over the past 20+ years.DTV is a new visa. Therefore there is zero history of administration of this visa. I'll let someone else experiment with the system and stick with what has been working for me.
I just applied for the DTV 5 year visa. The fee was $400.Did you apply as a digital nomad with a portfolio, or someone taking courses such as cooking? I'm wondering if you can find some easy little course or medical treatment like getting a mole removed and actually get a 5 year visa?
...and for people bringing US dollars don't fold them in your wallet either. Transport them flat. Don't trust lockers at a massage shop either as they might have a false back, but that was more about Cambodia I think. Check the safes in your room to make sure that they're bolted down. I went to Bogota once and the safe in my room was just sitting on the shelf. LOL
Mr Enternational
08-06-24, 15:47
Did you apply as a digital nomad with a portfolio, or someone taking courses such as cooking? I'm wondering if you can find some easy little course or medical treatment like getting a mole removed and actually get a 5 year visa?No. When it asked about work I put freelance. Then I uploaded an employment verification letter from work. You can get a mole removed at the market in 30 seconds.
Banana Boi
08-06-24, 19:00
DTV says you need to show proof of 500,000 baht. Does this need to be in a Thai bank account or does your local bank qualify?
I plan to use the local cooking course route. I enjoy cooking so this is something I don't mind paying for. If anyone finds a cheap legit course in Bangkok or Pattaya let me know please.
Regarding mole removal it does say you need a letter of appointment from a hospital or medical center.
Mr Enternational
08-06-24, 20:03
DTV says you need to show proof of 500,000 baht. Does this need to be in a Thai bank account or does your local bank qualify? I just went on Schwab and clicked somewhere for it to generate a letter. It does not need to be in a Thai bank. You are not supposed to be in Thailand when you apply for the visa and there is also a question asking if you have ever been to Thailand.
Explorer8939
08-07-24, 00:05
DTV says you need to show proof of 500,000 baht. Does this need to be in a Thai bank account or does your local bank qualify?
I plan to use the local cooking course route. I enjoy cooking so this is something I don't mind paying for. If anyone finds a cheap legit course in Bangkok or Pattaya let me know please.
Regarding mole removal it does say you need a letter of appointment from a hospital or medical center.Thai bank.
Houston Player
08-07-24, 05:09
Thai bank.Are you wrong about everything? Why do you answer when you don't know the correct answer?
Banana Boi
08-07-24, 13:41
]You are not supposed to be in Thailand when you apply for the visa That's what I though but was just making sure the money can be in my home country's bank. Thanks HP and Mr. E.
I'm not positive I'll be in Thailand for several months but part of me is considering applying for a DTV now before they take it away. I guess this forces me to make a trip to Thailand sooner rather than later to do a cooking or Muay Thai class.
Mr Enternational
08-07-24, 16:55
I'm not positive I'll be in Thailand for several months but part of me is considering applying for a DTV now before they take it away.Exactly. Get in on the ground floor while the getting is good.
LittleBigMan
08-09-24, 01:24
Curious, why all of a sudden concern about long term visa when rules are so lacks?
Mr Enternational
08-09-24, 01:33
Curious, why all of a sudden concern about long term visa when rules are so lacks?Getting a 5 year license instead of the 2 year one and not having to run down to immigration to report everytime I come into the country.
Are you wrong about everything? Why do you answer when you don't know the correct answer?There has actually been some research done into this. It's called "Relevance Deprivation Syndrome". Pretty sad state of affairs for those afflicted with it.
Getting a 5 year license instead of the 2 year one and not having to run down to immigration to report everytime I come into the country.My time is way to valuable for that I got people and it costs me less than than the average lady drink (if you buy them). I drop it off at my agency office pay 100 THB and come back and pick it up the next day. Ok, ok, the baht bus ride costs me 40 THB round trip. But I always run other errands too, get a massage, have lunch, get my dick sucked or all of the above.
LittleBigMan
08-10-24, 01:40
Getting a 5 year license instead of the 2 year one and not having to run down to immigration to report everytime I come into the country.I see your reason I've not done research on that Visa, I'm not up that having such a Visa or extension would bypass not reporting your 90 day? Which in your case coming and going all the time would avoid majoroty of the time. As for TM30, as long as you hold an Imm-o, reporting when arrival 72 hours isn't necessary if one goes back to same residemce.
I just two weeks ago did my 5 years again, still require to go Immigration for Resident certificate and. No service is provided unless one has an updated TM30.
The so call new 90 day improve system is now linked to the TM30 website which for whatever reason whenever returning to Thailand stay long enough with your reset date can't do a report online any longer got to go down and do it personally.
I see your reason I've not done research on that Visa, I'm not up that having such a Visa or extension would bypass not reporting your 90 day? Which in your case coming and going all the time would avoid majoroty of the time. As for TM30, as long as you hold an Imm-o, reporting when arrival 72 hours isn't necessary if one goes back to same residemce.
I just two weeks ago did my 5 years again, still require to go Immigration for Resident certificate and. No service is provided unless one has an updated TM30.
The so call new 90 day improve system is now linked to the TM30 website which for whatever reason whenever returning to Thailand stay long enough with your reset date can't do a report online any longer got to go down and do it personally.Have you tried using the online 90 Days Residence Report option? It is the one I use every time now. Takes about 5 minutes or less to fill out the form and submit it online. Sometimes it doesn't work for me but most of the time it does.
And I understand it does not work for everyone. I will say that the initial app they set up for it never worked for me. But then they switched to the option to do it on their website and that has worked well for me. It can be translated into English, of course:
https://www.immigration.go.th/?page_id=1666
For you or anyone else who might be interested, I will say that it is a bit of a pain to register the first time, one time only, in order to get it set up. Not because the questions are hard but because you kind of have to scroll down, around and click this and that until you finally land in the area to get started. But once you are registered and are allowed to submit it online it is quite easy after that.
Every 90 days, 5 minutes after going to the website I have submitted the form without even getting out of bed. Soon after submission, within 2-3 hours, I will get an email notification that they received the form and will review it and that I will get a Yes or No on its acceptance in the next 3 days. So it is best to do this online version 14-15 days before it is due.
Set a smartphone calender app notification. That way if you do get a "Your Submission was rejected" email response with perhaps a further notice to "Please submit this in person at your nearest Immigration Office", you will still be within that "no more than 15 days before and no less than 7 days before" window to head over there in person.
They SAY that they will send you an email notication for when the next one is due. Maybe they will and maybe they won't. I got lulled into complacency that I would get that notification and didn't get one. Consequently, I was late in reporting, it would not be accepted online, I had to go in personally and was fined 2,000 baht. Set your own calender app notification.
Tips for avoiding getting the dreaded "Your Submission was rejected" email response:
- Make sure your full name, address, passport number, etc is exactly the same as you set it up at registration and submitted it last time. Take a screen shot of how it looked, the spelling and wording of the address and all that as you will see it before submitting it the first time and, if successful, do it that way every time until something does change like your "entry date into the Kingdom" after international travel or whatever.
- If you have an apartment or condo unit number in your address, make sure you add it to your overall address as, for example, "apartment 203" or "condo unit 203", not as #203. You know, for some Thai addresses, the apartment or condo unit number is in the first street / soi address you enter, right? Such as "71/203 Soi 33 Sukhumvit Road", where the 203 is your apartment or condo unit number. That is NOT enough to satisfy them that they have your apartment or condo unit number. It is ok to enter it that way but also add the words "apartment 203" or "condo unit 203" after the Soi 33 or Sukhimvit Road part. They will not assume that "71/203" is telling them your apartment or condo unit number and they might reject your form Submission on that basis without explanation.
I did not find out that is why one of my early online submissions was rejected until I asked the lady at the 90 Days Residence window at Immigration. And she had to dig deep into her computer program to figure it out herself.
- The instructions on the form say the usual bit about how only the boxes with a red * (asterisk) are required fields to fill in. They lied. The box asking for your phone number does not have a red * in it. But if you don't enter your phone number in that box your form will be rejected. Again, that was explained to me by the lady at that Immigration window after my first online submission got rejected because of it.
Good luck. Hope this helps anyone interested in trying the online submission option for that form. Even if it works just 80% of the time it is worth giving it a try, imo.
LittleBigMan
08-12-24, 03:12
Have you tried using the online 90 Days Residence Report option? It is the one I use every time now. Takes about 5 minutes or less to fill out the form and submit it online. Sometimes it doesn't work for me but most of the time it does.
And I understand it does not work for everyone. I will say that the initial app they set up for it never worked for me. But then they switched to the option to do it on their website and that has worked well for me. It can be translated into English, of course:
https://www.immigration.go.th/?page_id=1666
For you or anyone else who might be interested, I will say that it is a bit of a pain to register the first time, one time only, in order to get it set up. Not because the questions are hard but because you kind of have to scroll down, around and click this and that until you finally land in the area to get started. But once you are registered and are allowed to submit it online it is quite easy after that.
Every 90 days, 5 minutes after going to the website I have submitted the form without even getting out of bed. Soon after submission, within 2-3 hours, I will get an email notification that they received the form and will review it and that I will get a Yes or No on its acceptance in the next 3 days. So it is best to do this online version 14-15 days before it is due.
Set a smartphone calender app notification. That way if you do get a "Your Submission was rejected" email response with perhaps a further notice to "Please submit this in person at your nearest Immigration Office", you will still be within that "no more than 15 days before and no less than 7 days before" window to head over there in person.
They SAY that they will send you an email notication for when the next one is due. Maybe they will and maybe they won't. I got lulled into complacency that I would get that notification and didn't get one. Consequently, I was late in reporting, it would not be accepted online, I had to go in personally and was fined 2,000 baht. Set your own calender app notification.
Tips for avoiding getting the dreaded "Your Submission was rejected" email response:
- Make sure your full name, address, passport number, etc is exactly the same as you set it up at registration and submitted it last time. Take a screen shot of how it looked, the spelling and wording of the address and all that as you will see it before submitting it the first time and, if successful, do it that way every time until something does change like your "entry date into the Kingdom" after international travel or whatever.
- If you have an apartment or condo unit number in your address, make sure you add it to your overall address as, for example, "apartment 203" or "condo unit 203", not as #203. You know, for some Thai addresses, the apartment or condo unit number is in the first street / soi address you enter, right? Such as "71/203 Soi 33 Sukhumvit Road", where the 203 is your apartment or condo unit number. That is NOT enough to satisfy them that they have your apartment or condo unit number. It is ok to enter it that way but also add the words "apartment 203" or "condo unit 203" after the Soi 33 or Sukhimvit Road part. They will not assume that "71/203" is telling them your apartment or condo unit number and they might reject your form Submission on that basis without explanation.
I did not find out that is why one of my early online submissions was rejected until I asked the lady at the 90 Days Residence window at Immigration. And she had to dig deep into her computer program to figure it out herself.
- The instructions on the form say the usual bit about how only the boxes with a red * (asterisk) are required fields to fill in. They lied. The box asking for your phone number does not have a red * in it. But if you don't enter your phone number in that box your form will be rejected. Again, that was explained to me by the lady at that Immigration window after my first online submission got rejected because of it.
Good luck. Hope this helps anyone interested in trying the online submission option for that form. Even if it works just 80% of the time it is worth giving it a try, imo.I've use old system been register since the new one came about 22?
As you noted once register is pretty easy. In the two years since you get a noticed that your 90 days is coming 15 days before and 7 days after.
Some have problems those I havelinked to them not turning their VPN off so they are applying in Thailand, I've not ever been reject until this year. Reason given when leaving and returning next report must be done in person!
In Jomtien, the required docs is copy of front pages passport, last entry sp, and TM30, note since the system was so call upgraded a few months back reporting wasnt the required case last year after returning my first report Online was accepted.
There is also a website for TM30 need to set up account and upload docs.
If a law is currently not being enforced. What exactly is the point of the law?
For some people in Thailand the laws covering prostitution is is not an academic discussion between individuals who have access to first hand legal info. For some people the law has real effects on events that happen, in the suites, the streets, hotel rooms and privately owned rooms here in Thailand.
Example
One night, she received a call from a sex worker who was afraid to speak to the police, fearing she would be arrested. "A client had put a glass beer bottle inside her vagina."
https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/special-reports/2803754/sex-workers-in-peril
If a law is currently not being enforced. What exactly is the point of the law?
For some people in Thailand the laws covering prostitution is is not an academic discussion between individuals who have access to first hand legal info. For some people the law has real effects on events that happen, in the suites, the streets, hotel rooms and privately owned rooms here in Thailand.
Example
One night, she received a call from a sex worker who was afraid to speak to the police, fearing she would be arrested. "A client had put a glass beer bottle inside her vagina."
https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/special-reports/2803754/sex-workers-in-peril
In Thailand, according to the Criminal Code, anyone over the age of 16 who "subsists on earnings as a prostitute" will be imprisoned for seven to 20 years and fined from 14,000 baht to 40,000 baht. Those who coerce others to work as prostitutes may face life imprisonment.
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Friends of mine in the industry have been punched and hit by clients," he said. "Clients have even taken off condoms."
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"An agency I used to work for withheld 75,000 baht from me," he said, adding he did not file a police report as he feared he would be arrested for prostitution.
Oscar said if prostitution was decriminalised, there would be fewer instances of workers being exploited.What is described herein does not make the act of prostitution between consenting adults illegal according to anything stated or implied in the Thai Penal Code or the Prostitution Prevention and Suppression Act of 1996, no matter how much bullying by neighbors or employers and fear of intimidation by police they might endure.
Many are unaware of this, but there was an even earlier edict enacted that has been on the books even longer than the Prevention and Suppression Act to protect sex workers from penalty, including involving police response if necessary, should they chose for any reason to request a condom be used by their customer. Which, effectively, fully acknowledged and accepted that sex work is legitimate work operating within the law and not in itself illegal and that sex work establishments are "legal" enough to warrant government oversight and regulations rather than merely be shut down:
Evaluation of the 100% Condom Programme in Thailand.
https://www.comminit.com/hiv-aids/content/evaluation-100-condom-programme-thailand
This initiative drew on the observation that sex work establishments requiring condom use or sex workers insisting on condom use would often lose clients and money to those who did not. In response, a collaborative effort was developed among local authorities, public health officers, sex establishment owners, and sex workers to ensure that clients could not purchase sexual services without condom use in the province.
As reported here, despite initial doubt that such a programme would really make it impossible to purchase sex without a condom, earlier studies reviewed here found that the pilot programme, as initiated in Ratchaburi province, was (in combination with other prevention efforts) very effective at discouraging unprotected intercourse in establishment-based sex work; sexually transmitted infection (STI) rates were found to have dropped quickly and significantly. Noting this success, efforts were made to make this programme national policy; the programme was institutionalised within existing national policy and health infrastructures with strong involvement of people at all levels (national, regional, provincial, and district). By mid-1992, all provinces reported that the 100% Condom Programme was in place.
A number of communication approaches were used to support this effort; they are detailed in this report. For example, in Phuket, the Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) worked closely with police in visiting sex establishments and encouraging the owners to cooperate. Other activities included having condoms available in every hotel room, providing 100-baht health vouchers to sex workers, displaying stickers and posters advocating condom use, and holding meetings among sex establishment owners and sex workers to provide information on STIs, HIV/AIDS, and proper condom use.This is not the behavior of a government or law enforcement network that considers sex work to be "illegal" from the get-go. And why would they? There is nothing in the law that cites or determines it to be illegal.
Flaunting it "shamelessly" and "open" in ways that create a "public nuisance" as well as other peripheral spin offs of P4 P, yes, illegal. P4 P among consenting adults, no, not illegal.
If a law is currently not being enforced. What exactly is the point of the law?
For some people in Thailand the laws covering prostitution is is not an academic discussion between individuals who have access to first hand legal info. For some people the law has real effects on events that happen, in the suites, the streets, hotel rooms and privately owned rooms here in Thailand.
Example
One night, she received a call from a sex worker who was afraid to speak to the police, fearing she would be arrested. "A client had put a glass beer bottle inside her vagina."
https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/special-reports/2803754/sex-workers-in-perilIf I may add another point on this; the people such as the crusader with whatever agenda she has in mind referenced in that report and anyone else who perpetuates the unsubstantiated ideas that Up is Down, that the Sun sets in the East or that prostitution between consenting adults is illegal in Thailand are more responsible than they are willing to tell themselves for that prostitute being afraid to go to the police to report an assault, a theft or anything else related to her perfectly legal right to engage in P4 P in Thailand.
Furthermore, any punters who hear, read and believe that gross inaccuracy are also going to be afraid to report a theft or assault by a prostitute, right?
The Thai police who have for decades been responding to prostitute and customer complaints about real crimes being committed against them during or as the result of a legal act of P4 P are not "aiding and betting the commission of a crime" by doing so and they are fully aware of it.
Instead of trying to terrorize prostitutes and their customers into believing they are powerless to complain about any real crime perpetrated against them while they are engaged in something for which there is no criminal code or charge to be found, they ought to be trying to dispel such nonsense whenever and wherever they can.
To do otherwise benefits no one and, as we see in that report, can do serious harm to the prostitutes and customers who believe them.
Sex workers in Bangkok say they feel unsafe as they cannot report cases of assault to the police without fear of being prosecuted for prostitution.
Ms Surang said she knows of many sex workers who have been assaulted while working.
"If clients pay money, they think they can do everything," she said.
One night, she received a call from a sex worker who was afraid to speak to the police, fearing she would be arrested. "A client had put a glass beer bottle inside her vagina. ".
However, Ms Surang estimates the actual number to be much higher due to sex workers being unable to report assaults to the authorities.
https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/special-reports/2803754/sex-workers-in-peril.
Quotes are from the article with a date of 2 June 2024 0615. I wonder why regular Thai people in Thailand do not know their rights? What is generating this fear of the police? The individuals having the academic discussion of the law are not addressing the issues that appear in this article. I got no dog in this fight.
Do not kill the messenger!
Mr Enternational
08-14-24, 14:08
Quotes are from the article with a date of 2 June 2024 0615. I wonder why regular Thai people in Thailand do not know their rights? What is generating this fear of the police? The individuals having the academic discussion of the law are not addressing the issues that appear in this article. I got no dog in this fight.Nahhh. It is just the NGOs and their bullshit stories once again. One would have to wonder why when these people "rescue" prostitutes, it is never one that was doing it of their own free will. For some reason every hooker they come in contact with was trafficked and made to do it.
Nahhh. It is just the NGOs and their bullshit stories once again. One would have to wonder why when these people "rescue" prostitutes, it is never one that was doing it of their own free will. For some reason every hooker they come in contact with was trafficked and made to do it.I would add the propensity for Thais to play word games to the bloody death and the ever present "Face Saving" cultural characteristic as co-culprits in this confusion, in their supposedly not knowing their rights with regard to P4 P between consenting adults being legal in Thailand.
You know how we mongers eventually figure out that Thai girls will say anything and keep saying if they think it is either what we want to hear or if their saying it simply smooths out the moment and we'll drop the topic? Actually, Thai men do it too. They say "ok" to stuff they have no intention of doing but in their mind "ok" only means,"I hear you", nothing to do with "yes". But they know WE think they are saying Yes. LOL.
To get a Thai girl, P4 P or not, sometimes taxi drivers, restaurant servers, Information Desk staff, you name it, male or female, to really confirm the answer to your question is accurately Yes or accurately No you might have to ask them a half dozen different ways until you have totally exhausted their ability or interest in evading the question they either don't know or don't want to answer or just telling you whatever answer will make you go away happy.
The Thai Penal Code and any other edict that has been passed over the years related to prostitution is no different. It is certainly WRITTEN in such a way that unless you are a stubborn stickler for accurate details and truly need or want to know the accurate truth of it, you can be easily misled into believing it is telling you however many which goofy ways that "prostitution between consenting adults is illegal" even though there is absolutely nothing of the kind said anywhere in the wording of the Code or the Act.
They obviously want us to THINK they are saying it is illegal just as the bargirl wants us to THINK "ok" means "Yes, I will suck your dick and swallow every drop of your cum" when all it really means is I hear you, I know you want me to say Yes, but there is no way in hell I am going to even provide a CIM finish but if I tell you that here and now you will not pay the barfine and I will not have a shot at making you pay me the full agreed upon 2,000 baht or at least 1,500 baht in the room anyway.
Word games.
Now, on to good ol' Thai "Face Saving". I believe the social stigma and shame associated with earning money for providing sex is so great outside of the tight circle of bars, shops, clubs and strolls where it is practiced (however pervasive it is in various forms throught this and other cultures) is so great that most Thais "feel" as though it must be illegal. And, if anything, that being identified as a "sex worker" is even WORSE than committing an official crime. For the most part, their relatives, friends and neighbors would certainly consider it "illegal" in their world. I'm talking about P4 P where a girl has full on sex with a total stranger for cash this hour. And especially where farang total strangers are involved.
None of them have read any part of the Thai Penal Code or any other Act so they just assume the social vibe about it is the technical reality of it.
In keeping with that "Face Saving" characteristic, the Codes and Laws actually on the books regarding prostitution are very much focused on not producing any "evidence" of it happening, not making it "evident" that is what is being offered, negotiated, sold, bought, transacted and committed right here and now in this public place for all to see and hear.
THB getting stronger against the USD. Yearly high was: 37.21. Now: 34.26.
Holla!
I send all my boys here:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/4nzvjs7ytCxp4UzR6
No complaints and I use it myself.
Mr Enternational
09-08-24, 02:46
I just applied for the DTV 5 year visa. The fee was $400.I got approved for the Destination Thailand Visa yesterday. 1 month was the total time. August 5 to September 6. 5 times they contacted me wanting me to send more documents. I said I worked for a company that my brother owns so he was able to make me 2 payslips when they requested that. I was able to find an employment contract online to fix up how I needed, and the letter from HR saying I could work remotely, my brother sent me his letter head and I wrote up myself. Somebody online said they used a dentist appointment (because medical procedure is also a reason to get the visa) and they were approved right off.
EverythingThai
09-09-24, 09:33
I got approved for the Destination Thailand Visa yesterday. 1 month was the total time. August 5 to September 6. 5 times they contacted me wanting me to send more documents. I said I worked for a company that my brother owns so he was able to make me 2 payslips when they requested that. I was able to find an employment contract online to fix up how I needed, and the letter from HR saying I could work remotely, my brother sent me his letter head and I wrote up myself. Somebody online said they used a dentist appointment (because medical procedure is also a reason to get the visa) and they were approved right off.This is a very valuable post. Thanks for taking the time to share. I assume you won't mind me sharing this experience as you posted it in a public forum. 🙏.
Banana Boi
09-09-24, 16:57
Thanks Mr E. Employment is the easiest to prove but I'm wondering if anyone has had success with a cooking class, minor surgery, or even Muay Thai classes.
EverythingThai
09-10-24, 07:58
Had some free time recently and noticed this little bombshell was visiting Bangkok from her Facebook and decided to see if she wanted to meet up. I am posting this in the general section because she is normally from Pattaya, and she does not live in Bangkok.
Anyways, I was working in the sukumvut area and made plan to meet her for lunch and then go back to a room I rented on soi 4. 2000 baht for the night. I always do this even if I don't end of staying the full night. We met at that Irish pub on soi 4, had some food and a few drinks to lighten the mood. She was looking as sexy as ever. Sometimes I get in the mood for girls with big natural titis and this is the one. How lucky I was this day.
After getting back to the room, we took a shower together. I could not resist the first round starting right then and there, so I started sucking on those big melons and moved my way down to her pussy. This girl loves to get her pussy licked and she is a squirter under the right circumstances. Then I bent her over while standing in the shower and entered her from behind. I fucked her for an about 10 minutes before blowing my load deep inside her pussy. Then we toweled off and went to the bed.
We actually fell asleep after that and woke up about 2 hours later.
After waking up, she started licking my balls and gave me a slow BJ. That got me going again and I started fucking her in mish. Then flipped her over for doggy again. She wanted to ride me so I let her and she climbed on. She likes reverse cowgirl and she rode me like a champ for about 15 minutes before I blew my second load deep in her pussy.
Damage 5000 baht. Sent her packing and went back to work.
Pic from one of the ones she likes to send to her customers.
MongerHunger
09-10-24, 08:17
Had some free time recently and noticed this little bombshell was visiting Bangkok from her Facebook and decided to see if she wanted to meet up. I am posting this in the general section because she is normally from Pattaya, and she does not live in Bangkok.
Anyways, I was working in the sukumvut area and made plan to meet her for lunch and then go back to a room I rented on soi 4. 2000 baht for the night. I always do this even if I don't end of staying the full night. We met at that Irish pub on soi 4, had some food and a few drinks to lighten the mood. She was looking as sexy as ever. Sometimes I get in the mood for girls with big natural titis and this is the one. How lucky I was this day.
After getting back to the room, we took a shower together. I could not resist the first round starting right then and there, so I started sucking on those big melons and moved my way down to her pussy. This girl loves to get her pussy licked and she is a squirter under the right circumstances. Then I bent her over while standing in the shower and entered her from behind. I fucked her for an about 10 minutes before blowing my load deep inside her pussy. Then we toweled off and went to the bed.
We actually fell asleep after that and woke up about 2 hours later.
After waking up, she started licking my balls and gave me a slow BJ. That got me going again and I started fucking her in mish. Then flipped her over for doggy again. She wanted to ride me so I let her and she climbed on. She likes reverse cowgirl and she rode me like a champ for about 15 minutes before I blew my second load deep in her pussy.
Damage 5000 baht. Sent her packing and went back to work.
Pic from one of the ones she likes to send to her customers.Link? Profile? Name?
What a beautiful girl with perfect body. How to get in touch with her?
Had some free time recently and noticed this little bombshell was visiting Bangkok from her Facebook and decided to see if she wanted to meet up. I am posting this in the general section because she is normally from Pattaya, and she does not live in Bangkok.
Anyways, I was working in the sukumvut area and made plan to meet her for lunch and then go back to a room I rented on soi 4. 2000 baht for the night. I always do this even if I don't end of staying the full night. We met at that Irish pub on soi 4, had some food and a few drinks to lighten the mood. She was looking as sexy as ever. Sometimes I get in the mood for girls with big natural titis and this is the one. How lucky I was this day.
After getting back to the room, we took a shower together. I could not resist the first round starting right then and there, so I started sucking on those big melons and moved my way down to her pussy. This girl loves to get her pussy licked and she is a squirter under the right circumstances. Then I bent her over while standing in the shower and entered her from behind. I fucked her for an about 10 minutes before blowing my load deep inside her pussy. Then we toweled off and went to the bed.
We actually fell asleep after that and woke up about 2 hours later.
After waking up, she started licking my balls and gave me a slow BJ. That got me going again and I started fucking her in mish. Then flipped her over for doggy again. She wanted to ride me so I let her and she climbed on. She likes reverse cowgirl and she rode me like a champ for about 15 minutes before I blew my second load deep in her pussy.
Damage 5000 baht. Sent her packing and went back to work.
Pic from one of the ones she likes to send to her customers.
In the 12 years I have lived in Thailand I have had BBFS+CIP and / or BBBJ+CIM (sometimes +Swallow) with well over 1,200 different 18-30 year old cute or attractive girls and women. Some for free. Most for easily affordable pay.
There are forums here devoted to Thailand mongering reports and discussion. I would say a nominal majority of international mongers posting in those forums cite Thailand, all things considered, as the overall best mongering destination on the planet. Which I suppose one might expect on forums devoted to Thailand mongering reports and discussion.
I also suspect a majority of the American (male) expats cited in that linked report, if asked off the record, would also rank mongering options as one of the main reasons they chose Thailand for retirement and not exactly the excellent healthcare system.
As always, YMMV.I have only been living in Thailand for just over a year. But the reason I decided to stay after the first week of my first visit is Infrastructure. I was coming of 10 years of living in the Dominican Republic with the occasional side trip to Colombia. The level of infrastructure and general amenities (beach, restaurants, night life) is far superior to either the Dominican Republic or Colombia and a less calls.
Fuck the environment for hiring a prostitute. I spend more time figuring out what I want to eat than which girl is going to give me access to her mouth, pussy and ass for a nominal fee. But to each their own. You do you my ISG brothers!.
Axel Heyst
09-17-24, 13:21
There was a time, not very long ago, when I thought Thailand was the absolute best place to live / recreate and I was looking forward to spending 9 to 10 months of the year here. It is still the place where I will most likely settle down due to the lack of reasonable, quality alternatives, but my enthusiasm for the move has cratered thanks to the post covid commercialization of the girly scene here. So, currently I think there are better places to monger and that is where I am spending my time and my hard-earned money, but the total Thai infrastructure deal plus the relative safety factor, good eats, and living expense bang for your buck still leave Thailand #1 in my expat plans. In other words, it is the best of what I see available, but that ain't saying much anymore. I don't think I would last a year in the PI, Jakarta, Saigon, Phnom, Singapore, ect.
So, who knows? Maybe I will end up bringing my favorite Sao Paulo girl to Phuket and rent a condo on the beach. She is bi and I presume we could have some good times with the local talent. Or maybe I will just tough it out in south Florida and travel more.
There is currently a unique opportunity in the gold market here in Thailand. Because the THB has strengthen in value against the USD, prices of gold in Thailand are falling while on the world market they are increasing in value. You have to check exchange rates and see if you can take advantage of this market anomaly that will certainly correct itself quickly.
Not Financial Advice
There was a time, not very long ago, when I thought Thailand was the absolute best place to live / recreate and I was looking forward to spending 9 to 10 months of the year here. It is still the place where I will most likely settle down due to the lack of reasonable, quality alternatives, but my enthusiasm for the move has cratered thanks to the post covid commercialization of the girly scene here. So, currently I think there are better places to monger and that is where I am spending my time and my hard-earned money, but the total Thai infrastructure deal plus the relative safety factor, good eats, and living expense bang for your buck still leave Thailand #1 in my expat plans. In other words, it is the best of what I see available, but that ain't saying much anymore. I don't think I would last a year in the PI, Jakarta, Saigon, Phnom, Singapore, ect.
So, who knows? Maybe I will end up bringing my favorite Sao Paulo girl to Phuket and rent a condo on the beach. She is bi and I presume we could have some good times with the local talent. Or maybe I will just tough it out in south Florida and travel more.Thailand was much better years ago. I realize mentioning this agitates some newer posters such as Stub. But it is still a great place to visit and even retire. Safety, food, cost of living, infrastructure, and girls keep it at it near the top of places for me to visit regularly. There are disadvantages, of course, but the good outweighs the bad by far.
UglyAzzMan
09-21-24, 00:25
There was a time, not very long ago, when I thought Thailand was the absolute best place to live / recreate and I was looking forward to spending 9 to 10 months of the year here. It is still the place where I will most likely settle down due to the lack of reasonable, quality alternatives, but my enthusiasm for the move has cratered thanks to the post covid commercialization of the girly scene here. So, currently I think there are better places to monger and that is where I am spending my time and my hard-earned money, but the total Thai infrastructure deal plus the relative safety factor, good eats, and living expense bang for your buck still leave Thailand #1 in my expat plans. In other words, it is the best of what I see available, but that ain't saying much anymore. I don't think I would last a year in the PI, Jakarta, Saigon, Phnom, Singapore, ect.
So, who knows? Maybe I will end up bringing my favorite Sao Paulo girl to Phuket and rent a condo on the beach. She is bi and I presume we could have some good times with the local talent. Or maybe I will just tough it out in south Florida and travel more.You are right. Thai infrastructure Wins.
I don't Hate Japan. You can not find a Mall in Japan anywhere like Terminal 21. If you actually been in Thailand T 21 is mid.
Here is what is funny to me. On Youtube you can find any number of videos saying the Thailand is NO LONGER the spot for retirement, fun or living. You can find a equal number saying Thailand IS the spot for retirement, fun or living. Who is right? I don't care. Cause I do me!
Fuck, why does it seam like everyone lives in the mother fucking Glory Days? Things change. Online game is poping off. Other in person venues are also. I am not one to relive the Glory Days (not that I could if I wanted to when it comes to Pattaya). If Pattaya has changed and you haven't that is you OWN damn fault. LOL!.
Or mother fuckers could up their game like I did when I lived in the Dominican Republic and learned how to speak Spanish. Now learning a different language, that requires time and brain work and not everyone will be up to it. For me it was like having the keys to the kingdom handed to me. Along with being able to travel to any number of Spanish speaking countries and communicate.
Be a man! Put in some work!This post still applies. But let me give my Under 1100 post count brothers a heads up. Twelve years ago there were individuals that were talking that same glory days mess in the Dominican Republic Threads. There were stories that back in the day (remember this was 12 years ago) that in a certain hotel your walk onto your balcony and just hold up one (1) or two (2) fingers and 3 - 5 girls would show up at your door and you would decide who to let in. LOL! Reminds me of the stories of how how hard my Dad worked as a kid. I'll tell those same stories to my children. You know back in my day we had dial up internet connection. It was so slow it would take a half day to download a file. And I had to pay for my own internet using half my allowance each month. Yep, I hope the roll their eyes at me as they go thru the listening glory days stories rite of passage. I hope they grow up be happy and human being laughing at me too. Just as I laugh at all the people still living in the glory days.
While we a going down memory lane: let us not forget that the United States of America used to be great for free pussy and hiring prostitutes. You could get your dick sucked for 20 USD. Half and Half for 40. Or fuck a smoking hot 20 year old from Seeking Arrangements for 100 USD. We are talking girls who would catch the my splooge, spit sometimes swallow or BBFS. Now, are there any ISG brothers who still live in the USA? Could they inform me about prices today? Holla!
What my Under 1100 post count brothers do not get is that according to the glory days clown car crews, everything was better back in the glory days. The reality is that it is simply not true. I saw a instagram about a robot that can build a brick house in 2 days. I have three tablets within my eyesight, two phones and I am typing on a lab top computer and I have a second one in my closet. In my opinion, progress is very personal. And depends who what you are looking for.
The wonderful thing about living in the present is that you get to enjoy the here and now Not look backwards wishing for things to get better. You can move around and experience new things and then you don't have to be stuck in the rut of past memories.
To me it is a better use of time than writing endless complaints here about the price of pussy in Pattaya. Learning to speak Thai opens up a entire mother fucking country to include girls not participating in the pussy market.AO, AH do either of you speak Thai? Have you traveled all around Thailand and seen and done things here?
The Defense rests
Pimpampoumpipo
09-21-24, 14:52
We can clearly see the fall of the euro against the baht on this chart since the beginning of June when it was still at almost 40. It is at less than 37 today. We can clearly see the bearish channel which is sloping sharply and shows no sign of recovery. We have broken all the supports, all the moving averages are plunging, impossible to know when this will stop. Note that many currencies are also falling (US dollar, GB pound, Australian dollar, yen, rupee, yuan, ruble, etc.).
For those who are interested there are at least 2 interesting articles on the economic situation in Thailand. These articles are in French, do as I do, use Google translate.
1 - On the short-term situation :
The rise of the baht could threaten tourism and exports (09-20-2024) : https://vietnam-aujourdhui.info/2024/09/20/la-forte-hausse-du-baht-thailandais-menace-le-tourisme-et-les-exportations/#:~:text=Bien%20que%20la%20hausse%20du,rechercher%20des%20sources%20moins%20chres.)
2 - On the medium-term situation :
THAILAND. Economic and financial situation (06-04-2024) : 28th world economy with a GDP of 515 billion USD in 2023, Thailand is the second economy in ASEAN after Indonesia. The country is in the upper bracket of middle-income countries, with a per capita income of 7,300 USD in current dollars (2023), and aims to reach the rank of developed economy by 2037 https://www.tresor.economie.gouv.fr/PagesInternationales/Pages/9d9f42f8-5b00-4da0-982e-820f66065149/files/17909d3d-46da-4943-9278-321deda2808e#:~:text=Aprs%20une%20priode%20de%20forte,%25%20(%2B1%2C2%20%25).).
This information is important because it gives the trend of our purchasing power in Thailand. The good weather (the low prices, the attractive exchange rate, etc. for Europeans but probably also for others) may not last.
This is from the Internet:
"Global funds are snapping up Southeast Asian assets as the prospect of interest-rate cuts and attractive valuations holds out the promise of supersized returns. Money managers have boosted positions in sovereign bonds in Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia for the past two months, and have been net buyers of Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippine equities for three months. Those inflows have helped make Southeast Asian currencies the best performers in emerging markets this quarter, while regional stocks have easily beaten their them peers".
This suggests a purely financial cause and no long-term trend.
Pimpampoumpipo
09-21-24, 16:49
This suggests a purely financial cause and no long-term trend.There are 2 separate points, please read them and do not mix them up
LittleBigMan
09-22-24, 10:16
When it comes to the Thai baht after all these years their pattern.
If a report comes out by a Thai official example Bank of Thailand baht too strong or weak a week or so it does a reverse.
I read just the other day official for tourism dislike the baht being so strong bad for tourist that being noted I see the baht getting a bit weaker. LOL.
THB to USD on arrival: 37 to 1; THB to USD now: 33 to 1.
THB has gotten 10.8 % stronger against the dollar.
In real terms that means that I used to pay 27.03 USD for short time. Now I pay: 30.30 USD for short time. A 3.27 USD increase.
Explorer8939
09-23-24, 02:27
THB to USD on arrival: 37 to 1; THB to USD now: 33 to 1.
THB has gotten 10.8 % stronger against the dollar.
In real terms that means that I used to pay 27.03 USD for short time. Now I pay: 30.30 USD for short time. A 3.27 USD increase.Which means I am holding off converting any dollars into baht until the baht sinks again.
Banana Boi
09-23-24, 15:21
The dollar change has more to do with all the Asian currencies adjusting to what they once were (Yen, Baht, Won, rupiah, etc.), partly due to what XXL posted. It wasn't only the baht gaining ground. The Yen has changed over 10% in 3 months as well. I was lucky to switch a bunch of Yen, rupiah, and baht 2.5 months ago while it was low.
I know I'm likely alone on this but I'll speak about Japan only. I'm happy to see the Yen gaining value. It keeps out the riff raff that I see more and more of and will limit severe overtourism in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto. This is worsened since the Japanese (except for gogo bar horndogs) no longer travel since they have no money to travel causing more overcrowding. I stopped going to Kyoto over a year ago due to unbearable crowding.
Which means I am holding off converting any dollars into baht until the baht sinks again.
Agree. I believe the right call is to hold off baht conversion at this time. Let's see if I'm right on Nov 12, a week after the US Election. USD sits at 32.919 baht and Euro is 36.646 baht as I type this. (caveat - don't take financial advice from any member on ISG. Discuss with your Financial Consultant.).
AO, AH do either of you speak Thai? Have you traveled all around Thailand and seen and done things here?
The Defense restsI've picked up some Thai during my travels here but would never say I speak Thai. I have traveled Allover Thailand with the exception of the very far north and the far south near the Malaysian border. Will probably do Mae Hong Son next year if I can find anything to do there. My favorite spots are Chiang Rai and Nong Khai.
SWISH.
THB to USD on arrival: 37 to 1; THB to USD now: 33 to 1.
THB has gotten 10.8 % stronger against the dollar.
In real terms that means that I used to pay 27.03 USD for short time. Now I pay: 30.30 USD for short time. A 3.27 USD increase.
The dollar change has more to do with all the Asian currencies adjusting to what they once were (Yen, Baht, Won, rupiah, etc.), partly due to what XXL posted. It wasn't only the baht gaining ground. The Yen has changed over 10% in 3 months as well. I was lucky to switch a bunch of Yen, rupiah, and baht 2.5 months ago while it was low.The point of my post was that the difference was no big deal to me: 11%.
I know I'm likely alone on this but I'll speak about Japan only. I'm happy to see the Yen gaining value. It keeps out the riff raff that I see more and more of and will limit severe overtourism in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto. This is worsened since the Japanese (except for gogo bar horndogs) no longer travel since they have no money to travel causing more overcrowding. I stopped going to Kyoto over a year ago due to unbearable crowding.The reality for me is I don't give a (compound profanity redacted) about exchange rates except to monitor what the institutional rates are to see how much the money changers are ripping me off (thieves). Exchange rates go up and exchange rates go down. Like all markets. A ten (10) percent move one way or the other makes no difference to me when my basic fixed expenses (rent, electricity, water, internet) are 65% less than I have ever paid in my life. That is what really matters to me and that is what makes Thailand attractive to me.
It is not the pussy Now I know saying this is going to trigger some of you into apoplectic fits, especially the visitors among us. I have only been here just over one year and I think the place is great. I still need to learn Thai.
But I don't like the high season. The crowds. So I will probably switch it up and move around a little to avoid high season. I am curious about the riff raff you describe coming to Japan.
Agree. I believe the right call is to hold off baht conversion at this time. Let's see if I'm right. USD sits at 32.9206 baht as I type this.If you don't need to convert why would you? I do not keep more than a small amount to cover the expenses I need an any foreign currency where I operate. And I operate in three different ones. Personally I don't give a flying (profanity redacted). Because my budget is not that tight. Keep in mind that if exchanges rates are returning to the mean (which all markets eventually do) you will be in for a long wait. LOL!.
Just my 2 Bhat on the matter 8 more and you can take a ride on the Baht Bus
The Thai baht was at 25 in like 1985 IIRC. Life was fun then.
In my head, the big one, I just peg the baht to 30. So 3000 baht is $100. In reality it is (today) $90. My brain doesn't process small change like that when I am balls deep into a 20 year old hardbody. I change money on the fly and have accounts in dollars, baht and riel. I never have enough money in any of those accounts to even think what the Thai exchange rate is, nor will I ever willingly put enough in so that the exchange rate gives me anyhting more than an extra short time.
I'm not stupid, or at least that stupid not to pay attention. So when the exchange rate was 37, I bought a few thousand dollars of baht, but not enough to ever make a difference in my willingness or ability to play in Bangkok. But I guess a I got a short time and a cola out of it.
Banana Boi
09-24-24, 13:16
I am curious about the riff raff you describe coming to Japan.I have a ton to say about this topic but I'll keep it short since it's not in line with a Thailand sex forum. Been going to Japan since I was in my teens. I always felt it was a 'classy' place. At the 11 second mark of this video you will see the most infamous of the 'riff raff'. The lady who forced Japan to completely shut down the Geisha District in Kyoto to tourists.
Japan is a very strict country where the Japanese follow simple rules. There is a Japanese etiquette to follow. The tourists these days don't follow that etiquette (it's no different than when you see a tourist in Thailand climbing on to a Buddha). Japanese (while in Japan) don't litter, spit out gum, eat or drink while walking or on a train (except Shinkansen), smoke in places not designated for smoking, bud in line to get on an escalator, talk loudly (Japanese whisper on a train) or listen to loud music on trains, etc. I've seen a ton of this from tourists. The worst example of this was when I took a train from Tokyo to Yokohama Chinatown. A couple from China were going ballistic on one another yelling and screaming. All the Japanese on the train were disgusted. The China couple were oblivious to this and fought for a good 20 minutes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oe8Qte16nQ
I have a ton to say about this topic but I'll keep it short since it's not in line with a Thailand sex forum. Been going to Japan since I was in my teens. I always felt it was a 'classy' place. At the 11 second mark of this video you will see the most infamous of the 'riff raff'. The lady who forced Japan to completely shut down the Geisha District in Kyoto to tourists.
Japan is a very strict country where the Japanese follow simple rules. There is a Japanese etiquette to follow. The tourists these days don't follow that etiquette (it's no different than when you see a tourist in Thailand climbing on to a Buddha). Japanese (while in Japan) don't litter, spit out gum, eat or drink while walking or on a train (except Shinkansen), smoke in places not designated for smoking, bud in line to get on an escalator, talk loudly (Japanese whisper on a train) or listen to loud music on trains, etc. I've seen a ton of this from tourists. The worst example of this was when I took a train from Tokyo to Yokohama Chinatown. A couple from China were going ballistic on one another yelling and screaming. All the Japanese on the train were disgusted. The China couple were oblivious to this and fought for a good 20 minutes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oe8Qte16nQThe best thing about Japan is indeed how Japanese follow the rules. I was just there a week ago and was flabbergasted at how everyone in the subways walks on the correct side even if the walk way going in the opposite direction is void of any people. If you're at a cross walk and there is no car in sight, no one walks across until the walk sign turns on. So yeah, hopefully riff raff travelers from all over the world don't kill Japanese culture and ettiquete. Thailand is already done for in this department.
So you are really just talking about the same type of people that would be classified as Farangs behaving Badly in Thailand. I have experienced this behavior up close and personal. I have had few Farangs from my country of origin that have run up on a Farang dam. But I dispatched the riff raff in a very verbally aggressive manner with extreme prejudice. There are at least three Farangs that are going to think twice about running up on a random Farang dam again spewing their hate that they dragged all half way across the world.
I have a ton to say about this topic but I'll keep it short since it's not in line with a Thailand sex forum. Been going to Japan since I was in my teens. I always felt it was a 'classy' place. At the 11 second mark of this video you will see the most infamous of the 'riff raff'. The lady who forced Japan to completely shut down the Geisha District in Kyoto to tourists.
Japan is a very strict country where the Japanese follow simple rules. There is a Japanese etiquette to follow. The tourists these days don't follow that etiquette (it's no different than when you see a tourist in Thailand climbing on to a Buddha). Japanese (while in Japan) don't litter, spit out gum, eat or drink while walking or on a train (except Shinkansen), smoke in places not designated for smoking, bud in line to get on an escalator, talk loudly (Japanese whisper on a train) or listen to loud music on trains, etc. I've seen a ton of this from tourists. The worst example of this was when I took a train from Tokyo to Yokohama Chinatown. A couple from China were going ballistic on one another yelling and screaming. All the Japanese on the train were disgusted. The China couple were oblivious to this and fought for a good 20 minutes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oe8Qte16nQ
Anyone down to play some pickleball? I'll be here for the next few weeks. Pretty easy to pick up if you play tennis. Read they have paddles and balls at the court too.
UglyAzzMan
09-30-24, 01:12
So you are really just talking about the same type of people that would be classified as Farangs behaving Badly in Thailand. I have experienced this behavior up close and personal. I have had few Farangs from my country of origin that have run up on a Farang dam. But I dispatched the riff raff in a very verbally aggressive manner with extreme prejudice. There are at least three Farangs that are going to think twice about running up on a random Farang dam again spewing their hate that they dragged all half way across the world.Johnny Somali. Did way worser. Recent wuthin the year.
UglyAzzMan
09-30-24, 01:15
Japan has dark Underbelly. Don't be so enamored.
One thing I appreciate is they keep the kind of people who push people off platform Subways to a minimum. They and all Asian country s don't want to become Violent.
Banana Boi
09-30-24, 04:09
I got approved for the Destination Thailand Visa yesterday. 1 month was the total time. August 5 to September 6. Only 1500-2500 DTVs have been issued. I would have thought that number would have been MUCH higher.
Anyone down to play some pickleball? I'll be here for the next few weeks. Pretty easy to pick up if you play tennis. Read they have paddles and balls at the court too.Regular meet time. Just turn up. Have a secret handshake LOL.
Mr Enternational
09-30-24, 14:53
Only 1500-2500 DTVs have been issued. I would have thought that number would have been MUCH higher.It said no numbers have been released. That is just talk put out by internet bloggers.
LittleBigMan
10-01-24, 04:09
It said no numbers have been released. That is just talk put out by internet bloggers.Correct from reports, since mentuoned I looked up the requirement looks like a good deal..
The problem is the government leadership like to blow smoke with no clear picture as to how to go about anything. There has been so many so call Visa people to invest, Elite, then all go the waste basket even IO officier can't keep travk here to gone tomorrow. This is the highway their PM travel, get elected don't count, the Senate select new PM, months later don't like him so out the door, next up Thaksins daughter picked by handpick MP's contrary to what the Senate claim.
Then you got the Weed issue passed, new guy says it is out, second in command Anutin say No it isn't.
Next up casinos they did a report a study going to approve but no one seen it.
Here rules are made to be broken so are Visa LOL.
Here rules are made to be broken so are Visa LOL.100 percent correct my brother. That is why I am sticking with what is tried and true. I'll let others run the gauntlet.
Price of Baht (15.244 Grams) of 24 K (96% Pure Gold) is 40,200 THB.
Feels like a midget is hanging on my necklace - Stand Up, Ludacris.
Explorer8939
10-01-24, 13:39
100 percent correct my brother. That is why I am sticking with what is tried and true. I'll let others run the gauntlet.
Price of Baht (15.244 Grams) of 24 K (96% Pure Gold) is 40,200 THB.
Feels like a midget is hanging on my necklace - Stand Up, Ludacris.I will happily admit that I have no clue about the price of a Thai gold baht, nor do I plan to ever know.
I will happily admit that I have no clue about the price of a Thai gold bahtStore value how ever you like my ISG brother. I happen to like how Gold is integrated into the economy here in Thailand. It allows me to simultaneously hedge currency exchange risks and inflationary policies when it comes to my short term emergency funds that I need for my Thailand operational expenses.
Thai gold is fungible As long as you don't damage the gold you enter the gold shop and sell it back to them at the price being offered on that day. A mother fucker told me when I first arrived I would lose my ass if bought Thai Gold. That is why I do not take financial advice from International Tricks. Gold prices are up significantly from when I first started buying on arrival. I introduce my visiting friends to Thai Gold and they have purchased significant amounts.
Gold utility in Thailand is common and a source of earnings for the people. Gold jewelry is widely used in ornaments for different family events. It also serves a store of values and source of emergency fund during financial crisis.
ATF told me she survived the COIVD shut down by selling off her gold. She is re-accumulating it. I am buying right there with you.
Check the international price of gold in USD. What does it tell you about the future value of fiat currency world wide?
nor do I plan to ever know.I never plan to travel to other countries with other than my ATF. No random traveling prostitutes for me. But you my ISG Brother:
Dowhatchalike!
Just got approved for the DTV. Took 14 days in total.
I applied online in Brazil. Price was 2000 reais. ($357 US at the time). Provided a copy of my Airbnb stay in Brazil, paystubs, a recent photo and picture of my passport and a letter saying I was allowed to work from home from my boss.
They reached out a week later and asked for proof of 500000 that in a bank account or a sponsorship letter and an employment contract or certificate of employment saying I'm a remote worker, digital nomad etc.
I responded with a PDF showing the money in my bank account and a letter from my human resources saying I'm a remote worker. A few days later they said they need and employment contract or certificate of employment or a portfolio showing I'm a digital nomad, remote worker.
So I had human resources make up an employment certificate saying I'm a remote worker and that sealed the deal.
So paystubs didn't work nor did the letters at least at the Brasília embassy I applied to for the visa online.
I got approved for the Destination Thailand Visa yesterday. 1 month was the total time. August 5 to September 6. 5 times they contacted me wanting me to send more documents. I said I worked for a company that my brother owns so he was able to make me 2 payslips when they requested that. I was able to find an employment contract online to fix up how I needed, and the letter from HR saying I could work remotely, my brother sent me his letter head and I wrote up myself. Somebody online said they used a dentist appointment (because medical procedure is also a reason to get the visa) and they were approved right off.
Anyone down to play some pickleball? I'll be here for the next few weeks. Pretty easy to pick up if you play tennis. Read they have paddles and balls at the court too.Not interested now? Anyone else. Be there 5th- 22nd Oct.
Mr Enternational
10-02-24, 01:45
Just got approved for the DTV. Took 14 days in total.
I applied online in Brazil. Price was 2000 reais. ($357 US at the time).Hell yeah. I am glad yours was quicker. They keep trying to put you through the ringer. I was just about to say look mfs are you going to give it to me or not.
UglyAzzMan
10-02-24, 11:16
Dtv is not designed for SexPests. Chill people.
Reading your experience with application process helped me out. Thanks!
Hell yeah. I am glad yours was quicker. They keep trying to put you through the ringer. I was just about to say look mfs are you going to give it to me or not.
Pimpampoumpipo
10-04-24, 10:19
We'll soon know if the price bounces back on support 36 or if we continue the tumble.
Pimpampoumpipo
10-04-24, 12:15
Discussions between the BOT (which is slowing down) and the government (which would like to lower them) about adjusting interest rates. This concerns household debt (very high in Thailand) and the value of the baht which is a problem for exports (potentially for tourism too) : https://www.zonebourse.com/actualite-bourse/Le-ministre-des-finances-thailandais-discute-des-problemes-de-liquidite-et-de-dette-avec-le-chef-47993112/.
The problem is with the loss of strength of the USD. BOT should not debase the THB. Let the citizens of the government in the United States of America worry about the the strength of their currency.
The Bank of Thailand is doing the right thing by not lowering interest rates. There is absolutely no reason to. Lowering interest rates is going to inject needless liquidity into economy and drive up inflation. That is something Thai people do not need.
What the Thai people do need is to store their wealth in gold and Bitcoin. Thai economists should not pay any attention to a what the socialist economists in France have to say what so ever. France nor their economy should serve as an example to Thailand or quite frankly other free and progressive countries in the world.
Thai business simply need to tighten up cost controls if they are exporters. 5% increase in prices are not going to stop people from High Income countries from taking their vacations.
Holla!
The problem is with the loss of strength of the USD. BOT should not debase the THB. Let the citizens of the government in the United States of America worry about the the strength of their currency.
The Bank of Thailand is doing the right thing by not lowering interest rates. There is absolutely no reason to. Lowering interest rates is going to inject needless liquidity into economy and drive up inflation. That is something Thai people do not need.
What the Thai people do need is to store their wealth in gold and Bitcoin. Thai economists should not pay any attention to a what the socialist economists in France have to say what so ever. France nor their economy should serve as an example to Thailand or quite frankly other free and progressive countries in the world.
Thai business simply need to tighten up cost controls if they are exporters. 5% increase in prices are not going to stop people from High Income countries from taking their vacations.
Holla!You can overlook one wacky statement but 2 in one post -OMG!
A strong THB is good for the Thai people and the economy in general.
What the Thai people do need is to store their wealth in gold and Bitcoin.
The Thais need to cut personal debt.
Flights are rescheduling and sometimes even canceling from west to east. Do that affect the tourism in Thailand this year? Do they continue waiving of the visa fee for this season too?
Other than to show us that this poster has no understanding of micro or macro economics, I wonder why he made the following statement:
OMG!That is something I only hear when a girl who speaks English first sees my Big Black Dick or feels my Big Black Dick penetrate her. OMG is not a economic term I am familiar with. Perhaps the poster can elaborate on this particular use case.
A strong THB is good for the Thai people and the economy in general.Absolutely correct!
When the Baht strengthens against other currencies, imports become more affordable, and travel to nations with weaker currencies becomes cheaper. However, Thai goods become pricier in those countries, posing challenges for American companies attempting to export. Conversely, when the Baht weakens against other currencies, Thai goods perform better in overseas markets, leading to increased exports. Tourism in the Thailand flourishes as it becomes a more attractive option. Nevertheless, foreign goods become more costly within Thailand.The strength or weakness of a currency does not inherently denote good or bad outcomes. Instead, it presents a mixed scenario where the advantages or disadvantages vary based on individual interests and perspectives.
Thailand has a strong domestic economy. And as a country they have desirable product. So, the negatives of the strong Baht are negated because domestic consumption.
Thailand is one of the largest manufacturing hubs in the world, with leading segments such as electrical and electronic appliances, automobiles and parts, and food products.
What the Thai people do need is to store their wealth in gold and Bitcoin.Exactly, I think I said that very same thing. As I check the price of gold from when I arrived in Thailand and now it has increased both here and on the international market. As I check the price of Bitcoin it has increased also in the last year.
The Thais need to cut personal debt.Americans Are Carrying Record Household Debt in 2024
https://www.marketwatch.com/guides/banking/american-debt-2024/
The average US Citizen is broke. So I am unsure once again the point they are trying to make other than to point out that in some countries personal household debt is indeed excessive. The Baht is getting stronger against the US dollar which is worth nothing and losing value every year (check inflation rates).
Both Gold (Au) and Bitcoin have acted as a hedge against inflation. Both Gold and Bitcoin are excellent assets to store wealth within. All you need to do is to take a look at El Salvador. Thailand should follow their lead. But making Bitcoin as treasury asset it may be possible to lower the dependence upon the USD for them. In my opinion, Thailand should be thinking in the same way. How do we lower the dependance on the USD. I don't see any better option than to created a store of value base on Gold and Bitcoin.
The principles of a Treasury Asset (known as savings) work well in micro economics as they do in macro economics.
Dumb mother fucks who want to step to me better come with some facts. I've already knocked plenty of intellectual heads off in the American Politics threads when it comes to economic theory and Bitcoin. Don't get your differences in PPP (Pussy Procurement Processes) that you have with me confused with economic theory and reality. I spend a whole lot more mother fucking time in Thailand than most of the mother fucks that roll up on me talking their shit. The comments by the poster illustrate why I do not take financial / economic advice from International Tricks!
How you like me now?
Pimpampoumpipo
10-05-24, 10:01
A strong THB is good for the Thai people and the economy in generalI know this is hard for you but try to avoid talking about things you don't understand.
Banana Boi
10-05-24, 13:27
West Asia. Flights are rescheduling and sometimes even canceling from west to east. I had to Google where West Asia was. Never even heard of this term before. Learn something every day.
Pimpampoumpipo
10-05-24, 17:24
Other than to show us that this poster has no understanding of micro or macro economics, I wonder why he made the following statement....55555555 thank you I laughed a lot.
Newton York
10-06-24, 03:49
I had to Google where West Asia was. Never even heard of this term before. Learn something every day.I had to school a millennial on this coupla years ago. Take it from this super old guy, but there's a lot of Asias. It's the single most diverse continent. It kinda sucks that those of us from western countries seem to be the most willfully ignorant, but look at politics in the US and UK, and there doesn't seem much hope for humanity at all. Thailand is where it's at fellas. If I could sell my soul to retire in Thailand, I'd do it.
1: South East Asia (The paradise countries like Thailand and Singapore).
2: South Asia (India and neighbors, nuff said).
3: Far East (China, Japan and the Koreas).
4: Central Asia (Where all the countries ending with stans be at).
5: Middle and near east, also sometimes known as West Asia (where explosions happen all the time).
So many Asias!
Newton York
10-06-24, 03:55
Flights are rescheduling and sometimes even canceling from west to east. Do that affect the tourism in Thailand this year? Do they continue waiving of the visa fee for this season too?A lot of people don't know this, but Thailand and by extension Bangkok is the most visited city in the world is cause of it's neighbors. Most of it's neighbors are either the same or slightly better off economically, so Thailand get's a huge amount of tourists coming in from other South East Asian countries. Folks like us from western countries, we kinda matter tourism money wise, but they'll be fine with just tourists from nearby countries.
And another interesting factoid. The prostitution business in Thailand is powered mainly by local hobbyists. Were talking 90 percent or more. What we do, where we go at the more famous mongering locations in Thailand is just a fraction of the reality of prostitution there. So don't bother with no moral quandary fellas, them locals partake in it and keep it going way more than we have anything to do with it.
Newton York
10-06-24, 04:04
The best thing about Japan is indeed how Japanese follow the rules. I was just there a week ago and was flabbergasted at how everyone in the subways walks on the correct side even if the walk way going in the opposite direction is void of any people. If you're at a cross walk and there is no car in sight, no one walks across until the walk sign turns on. So yeah, hopefully riff raff travelers from all over the world don't kill Japanese culture and ettiquete. Thailand is already done for in this department.With a conviction rate of something lie 99%, I wouldn't worry about riff raff or crime in Japan. There's a reason why they're the safest country in the world for tourists, next to Singapore anyway. Yeah, it's culture, but it's also cause if they even think you've committed a crime, 99% chance you're off to jail.
Thailand ain't like that though. Culture is Asian sure, but ain't nothing like Japan. And I've been to Japan too. Ain't really no place like Japan. It's unique unto itself. I don't know dude, it's great to visit, but I can't imagine living there. The incredibly high stress, the pressure that society places on you to succeed, the office culture where people are expected to work themselves to the very edge. Sometimes to death. Look, I won't disagree that Japan is awesome in many ways, but no society is perfect.
From all my travels, I've only ever found 3 perfect countries, and one very close to perfect.
Singapore, Sweden, and Switzerland. They're perfect countries, and Thailand comes very close to being perfect. Nuff said.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0R6wM6QH6Lw
I had to school a millennial on this coupla years ago. Take it from this super old guy, but there's a lot of Asias. It's the single most diverse continent. It kinda sucks that those of us from western countries seem to be the most willfully ignorant, but look at politics in the US and UK, and there doesn't seem much hope for humanity at all. Thailand is where it's at fellas. If I could sell my soul to retire in Thailand, I'd do it.
1: South East Asia (The paradise countries like Thailand and Singapore).
2: South Asia (India and neighbors, nuff said).
3: Far East (China, Japan and the Koreas).
4: Central Asia (Where all the countries ending with stans be at).
5: Middle and near east, also sometimes known as West Asia (where explosions happen all the time).
So many Asias!Dude you have been to Asia once, what are you the Board Wiki now?
Explorer8939
10-06-24, 16:51
A lot of people don't know this, but Thailand and by extension Bangkok is the most visited city in the world is cause of it's neighbors. Most of it's neighbors are either the same or slightly better off economically, so Thailand get's a huge amount of tourists coming in from other South East Asian countries. Folks like us from western countries, we kinda matter tourism money wise, but they'll be fine with just tourists from nearby countries.
And another interesting factoid. The prostitution business in Thailand is powered mainly by local hobbyists. Were talking 90 percent or more. What we do, where we go at the more famous mongering locations in Thailand is just a fraction of the reality of prostitution there. So don't bother with no moral quandary fellas, them locals partake in it and keep it going way more than we have anything to do with it.The Thai mongering scene is much lamer than you think.
Yeah, in upscale Bangkok, there is a scene, but outside of that, ladies work in host bars. There are no short time rooms or barfines. The ladies can only go with customers outside of work.
I do not buy gold to make money unless you are speculating:
real money was made in covered calls as my cost basis is -10 not counting dividendsIf I want to speculate: I buy stocks or crypto. If someone wants to talk real money with me then we need to talk NVDA at 854% total return to date. Holla!.
Gold is a a safe haven asset. I buy Gold (Au) for the same reason I buy Bitcoin (BTC) in order to preserve wealth. Gold has held its value against other commodities and consumer goods over the years.
Store value how ever you like my ISG brother. I happen to like how Gold is integrated into the economy here in Thailand. It allows me to simultaneously hedge currency exchange risks and inflationary policies when it comes to my short term emergency funds that I need for my Thailand operational expenses.
Thai gold is fungible As long as you don't damage the gold you enter the gold shop and sell it back to them at the price being offered on that day. A mother fucker told me when I first arrived I would lose my ass if bought Thai Gold. That is why I do not take financial advice from International Tricks. Gold prices are up significantly from when I first started buying on arrival. I introduce my visiting friends to Thai Gold and they have purchased significant amounts.
Gold utility in Thailand is common and a source of earnings for the people. Gold jewelry is widely used in ornaments for different family events. It also serves a store of values and source of emergency fund during financial crisis.
ATF told me she survived the COIVD shut down by selling off her gold. She is re-accumulating it. I am buying right there with you.
But you my ISG Brother: Dowhatchalike!https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/investment/2791852/follow-the-yellow-brick-road
The allocations one chooses for their investment portfolio is different and one size does not fit all. I own Stocks, Bond (equivalents), Rental real estate, Commercial Real Estate, Digital Assets, Gold and a business. I am uncertain as to why when I mention one investment individuals think that I don't believe a diversified portfolio is best for most people. Like I said before, I do not give financial advice as an International Trick and I do not take financial advice from International Tricks.
But I am interested in sharing information about creating and preserving wealth. Because without money none of could be International Tricks.
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And another interesting factoid. The prostitution business in Thailand is powered mainly by local hobbyists. Were talking 90 percent or more. What we do, where we go at the more famous mongering locations in Thailand is just a fraction of the reality of prostitution there. So don't bother with no moral quandary fellas, them locals partake in it and keep it going way more than we have anything to do with it.Is that true? I mean plenty of action we farang don't know about? I have Thai friends whom I asked to give me tips about where to get laid in cities outside Bangkok and Pattaya, cities like Buriram, Ubon Ratchattani, etc. They couldn't give me any info.
Compare to Peru or Brazil where any waiter or cabbie in mid-sized or even small towns will point to several venues.
I've come to the conclusion Thailand is now (alas) a very "clean" country indeed.
ZeusVulcan
10-23-24, 11:42
Had some free time recently and noticed this little bombshell was visiting Bangkok from her Facebook and decided to see if she wanted to meet up. I am posting this in the general section because she is normally from Pattaya, and she does not live in Bangkok.
Anyways, I was working in the sukumvut area and made plan to meet her for lunch and then go back to a room I rented on soi 4. 2000 baht for the night. I always do this even if I don't end of staying the full night. We met at that Irish pub on soi 4, had some food and a few drinks to lighten the mood. She was looking as sexy as ever. Sometimes I get in the mood for girls with big natural titis and this is the one. How lucky I was this day.
After getting back to the room, we took a shower together. I could not resist the first round starting right then and there, so I started sucking on those big melons and moved my way down to her pussy. This girl loves to get her pussy licked and she is a squirter under the right circumstances. Then I bent her over while standing in the shower and entered her from behind. I fucked her for an about 10 minutes before blowing my load deep inside her pussy. Then we toweled off and went to the bed.
We actually fell asleep after that and woke up about 2 hours later.
After waking up, she started licking my balls and gave me a slow BJ. That got me going again and I started fucking her in mish. Then flipped her over for doggy again. She wanted to ride me so I let her and she climbed on. She likes reverse cowgirl and she rode me like a champ for about 15 minutes before I blew my second load deep in her pussy.
Damage 5000 baht. Sent her packing and went back to work.
Pic from one of the ones she likes to send to her customers.Hi I am new to this website, I am planning to go to Thailand, can you please tell me her INFO, I want to meet her, can you DM me about her, sorry if my messages offend anyone, I am still trying to learn more about this website.
Explorer8939
10-23-24, 15:26
Hi I am new to this website, I am planning to go to Thailand, can you please tell me her INFO, I want to meet her, can you DM me about her, sorry if my messages offend anyone, I am still trying to learn more about this website.Since you are a rookie, I will give you advice.
First off, you are not in Thailand, so don't bother trying to contact a lady in Thailand. Wait until you are there.
Second, don't worry about one particular lady in Pattaya, there are 25,000 waiting for you.
Just go to Pattaya and walk around, no need to plan.
Hi I am new to this website, I am planning to go to Thailand, can you please tell me her INFO, I want to meet her, can you DM me about her, sorry if my messages offend anyone, I am still trying to learn more about this website.Bro, hunt for yourself. You mark yourself as needy if you asking to eat off another brothers plate that has already made the kill. Be a man!
Sign up for Thai Friendly the week before you plan to travel. Put your location as Pattaya. Unless you are looking for a girlfriend do not bother to chat girls up. I rarely make arrangements with a girl off of Thai Friendly more than a couple of hours before. Usually it is within 20 - 30 minutes.
Do not fly from wherever you are to Thailand and spend all your time in your room on your phone online. There are a ton of venues where you can meet girls IRL and talk to them. And take them to a short time room for fun. I ONLY do short time so I don't know about long time arrangements. But personally I wouldn't invite a strange girl over to my room (I live here) to spend the night with me.
Figure out how much you want to pay first. Prioritize the deal over the girl. Ugly girl pussy feels as good a pretty girl pussy. Plus ugly girls try harder. LOL! 1000 Baht (did I spell that right) Short Time brother. Fuck what you see haters saying about me brother. They ain't fucken. I am. Any mother fucking time I want!
Pay for your membership. Send me a PM with your WhatsApp. I'll help a brother out. I remember what it was like to be new to Thailand. My ISG welcome was NOT a warm one (and it still isn't).
Hope you have a great trip!
Jangobangz
11-03-24, 21:50
New to this forum so hopefully not breaking any forum etiquette. Looking for some advice on an upcoming Thailand trip as a newbie to the Thai scene. There's quite an overwhelming load of information on this forum and wiki guides which is a bit hard to navigate.
Ultimately looking for the best ST GFE I can find, with OWO and DFK a high priority for me, and willing to extra for the hotter talent, but ideally less than what I spend in the UK (so perhaps less than 6500 bhat all in for ST).
Firstly, I', certainly not a newbie to Thailand itself, I spent 3 months here some years back with my then girlfriend, so have a generally good idea of the places I'm going to and logistics, culture etc.
I will have around 2 nights in Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket each so really keen to make sure I maximise my short windows while I'm there. Due to the logistics of the trip, really only looking for ST stuff and not LT, preferably where I can use nearby room facilities or a cheap hotel nearby that I needn't stay in long.
Appreciate your advice on best places I should go, this is my rough itinerary based on some quick research of this forum:
BKK.
Night 1: Nana Plaza & or Soi Cowboy, seems like must visit places for a newbie.
Night 2: A Soapy Parlour seems like it might mix it up nicely from the RLDs, I'm thinking of checking out Poseidon or maybe Aya Massage.
Pattaya.
Night 1: Similarly to BKK, check out Walking Street or Soi 6 first night.
Night 2: I've heard Pattaya gentlemens clubs are worth a visit.
While I'm in Pattaya (or anywhere in Thailand tbh) my dream would be an fully interactive 3 some, appreciate any recommendations on places where this can be found.
Phuket.
Night 1 & 2: It seems to me that Bangla road is the only place worthwhile in Phuket, so plan to spend both nights there. Any recommended establishments in particular for hot GFE types would be appreciated.
Please critique the above, given my limited time I mostly don't want to waste time with poor service, appreciate any recommendations on how best I can find out if OWO / DFK is on offer, is there certain terminology to use or establishments where this is offered standard?
Short time is 1000 - 2000; Long Time is 2000 - 5000
In the market place is providing social/sexual services of a personal nature considered skilled or unskilled work?
I look at it his way. I might pay 100 USD to my mechanic in order to replace a $3 part. I am not paying her for the part. I am paying her for the level experience that she has developed in being able to diagnose and replace the part. Telling me that the mechanic is getting over on me because she is getting paid way more than minimum wage is something I don't understand. Yet there are those among us who will imply that due to the minimum wage a girls providing social/sexual services of a personal nature are in excess of of a minimum wage worker they are somehow getting over on you. This completely over looks what the market is. Something those who are not capitalists, who do not own business, who do not invest large sums of money simply do not understand.
I was told that buying Thai gold was a bad idea. Anyone look at how far the price of gold moved up since I mentioned it here in this thread?
Explorer8939
11-15-24, 05:06
Happy days are here again. The Thai baht is down to 35 to the dollar.
Vicky Cooper
11-15-24, 18:04
Any info on this new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) required for entry into Thailand? They said it's going to be implemented on 1st Dec 2024.
Which website would I need to look into to apply for this?
TIA!
Explorer8939
11-15-24, 23:11
Any info on this new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) required for entry into Thailand? They said it's going to be implemented on 1st Dec 2024.
Which website would I need to look into to apply for this?
TIA!https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/thailand-postpones-automated-entry-for-foreign-tourists
Postponed indefinitely.
ThaiGoodTimes
11-16-24, 11:40
New to this forum so hopefully not breaking any forum etiquette. Looking for some advice on an upcoming Thailand trip as a newbie to the Thai scene. There's quite an overwhelming load of information on this forum and wiki guides which is a bit hard to navigate.
Ultimately looking for the best ST GFE I can find, with OWO and DFK a high priority for me, and willing to extra for the hotter talent, but ideally less than what I spend in the UK (so perhaps less than 6500 bhat all in for ST).
Firstly, I', certainly not a newbie to Thailand itself, I spent 3 months here some years back with my then girlfriend, so have a generally good idea of the places I'm going to and logistics, culture etc.
I will have around 2 nights in Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket each so really keen to make sure I maximise my short windows while I'm there. Due to the logistics of the trip, really only looking for ST stuff and not LT, preferably where I can use nearby room facilities or a cheap hotel nearby that I needn't stay in long.
Appreciate your advice on best places I should go, this is my rough itinerary based on some quick research of this forum:
BKK.
Night 1: Nana Plaza & or Soi Cowboy, seems like must visit places for a newbie.
Night 2: A Soapy Parlour seems like it might mix it up nicely from the RLDs, I'm thinking of checking out Poseidon or maybe Aya Massage.I will answer for Phuket.
You will find it extremely difficult to get a GFE hot stunner who with DFK and OWO (BBBJ) anywhere along Bangla Road for a ST session.
Those that fit your category will be looking for a LT session.
But who knows, you might get lucky.
To increase your chances of being lucky, avoid all Bangla Road gogos and bars looking for their staff, you will just spend way more money than your 6000 baht budget.
Instead, from mid evening look in the music bars for freelancers, New York, Monsoon, Red Hot and others.
From late evening, 11-12 onwards, if you still haven't found what you want, head into the nightclubs, White Room, Sugar, Illuzion, as the freelancers and hotties head there.
Also, consider Taipan after midnight as it attracts an older crowd of freelancers that definitely will give you the service you want, but the hotness will be down, as will the price be lower.
Any info on this new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) required for entry into Thailand? They said it's going to be implemented on 1st Dec 2024.
Which website would I need to look into to apply for this?
TIA!This has been postponed to next year.
Newton York
11-17-24, 05:14
Any info on this new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) required for entry into Thailand? They said it's going to be implemented on 1st Dec 2024.
Which website would I need to look into to apply for this?
TIA!This youtube video will tell you all you need to know about the Thailand ETA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HNY28kVPE4.
It seems like most countries in the world now are implementing some kind of ETA for entry. It just feels like a real pain the ass to me. What's wrong with just the plain old cardboard cards of the past? Imagine this fellas, if you're on a multi country trip, say going from the UK, through Europe and then onto Thailand and maybe stop over Singapore, then back again to North America, you'd need to do 4 different ETAs of varying differences, some you'll need to pay, some free. Some you have the have some damn QR code on your phone or printed out, some where once you've done it 3 days before arrival, on and on and on with all kinds of bullshit complications. Beelzebub wept. I hate this shit. As as a super old man, who grew up in the analog age before computers, I object. Lucifer, please kill me already. Everyday I'm still on this accursed earth is pain. Just so much pain.
Mr Enternational
11-17-24, 15:37
It seems like most countries in the world now are implementing some kind of ETA for entry. It just feels like a real pain the ass to me. What's wrong with just the plain old cardboard cards of the past? Because it is the 21st century and we have computers and internet now. Should we still be getting there by ship as well? What does it matter to you anyway if you are not going anywhere?
Explorer8939
11-17-24, 22:26
Because it is the 21st century and we have computers and internet now. Should we still be getting there by ship as well? What does it matter to you anyway if you are not going anywhere?One benefit of this electronic stuff is that countries no longer stamp your passport on entry and exit. My last passport was full of stamps long before it expired.
Crocodilexp
11-19-24, 19:50
It seems like most countries in the world now are implementing some kind of ETA for entry. It just feels like a real pain the ass to me. ETAs are basically backdoor visas. They don't even have to deny people explicitly, just not send a response or claim some error in the system, then the airline won't let you board. The era of just showing up with your passport to most places is unfortunately coming to an end.
It seems like most countries in the world now are implementing some kind of ETA for entry. It just feels like a real pain the ass to me. What's wrong with just the plain old cardboard cards of the past? Imagine this fellas, if you're on a multi country trip, say going from the UK, through Europe and then onto Thailand and maybe stop over Singapore, then back again to North America, you'd need to do 4 different ETAs of varying differences, some you'll need to pay, some free. Some you have the have some damn QR code on your phone or printed out, some where once you've done it 3 days before arrival, on and on and on with all kinds of bullshit complications. Beelzebub wept. I hate this shit. As as a super old man, who grew up in the analog age before computers, I object. Lucifer, please kill me already. Everyday I'm still on this accursed earth is pain. Just so much pain.I disagree. Beats having to go down to the consulate, submit the paperwork with your passport, wait, then back to pick it up. Or mail everything, hoping it doesn't get lost on the way.
If it's implemented "correctly" (which will be debatable for Thai), it's great. Look at Australia. There's an app for that. Cheaper than applying on-line for a visa, and approval in literally minutes. I will admit, I do have one problem with the application process. Taking the selfie that's acceptable. Seems my hands aren't that steady anymore. Help from a friend or a phone stand with me adjusting my face, not the mobile. If every country was that easy, I'm IN.
One benefit of this electronic stuff is that countries no longer stamp your passport on entry and exit. My last passport was full of stamps long before it expired.Indeed, I'd ALWAYS get a passport with extra pages to hold all the visas, entry / exit stamps.
This has been postponed to next year.
https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/thailand-postpones-automated-entry-for-foreign-tourists
Postponed indefinitely.What, postponed? I'm shocked, shocked. TIT.
ETAs are basically backdoor visas. They don't even have to deny people explicitly, just not send a response or claim some error in the system, then the airline won't let you board. The era of just showing up with your passport to most places is unfortunately coming to an end.I use the Cambodian App constantly to go back and forth into Cambodia. It works perfectly. If they can do it, well anyone can.
Newton York
11-22-24, 03:42
ETAs are basically backdoor visas. They don't even have to deny people explicitly, just not send a response or claim some error in the system, then the airline won't let you board. The era of just showing up with your passport to most places is unfortunately coming to an end.Exactly, it used to be one could just show up to any country, spontaneously if one wanted to. If I was having a miserable week, I'd jump on a plane to Prague or something. Now, you got to plan and all that shit, most of these ETAs have that ridiculous submit within 72 hour thing. I mean come on. ETAs are dumb, and it's just another way for those governments to make money. I give credit to Thailand for postponing it. And now that Thailand doesn't even have the cardboard card anymore, it quite literally is just bring your passport and enjoy the girls. Forget the other countries, I always knew Thailand has heaven on earth, but now there's even more reason to love it. You guys that get to live in Thailand full time, just know how lucky you are. Where I'm from was a hellhole, where I am now is a hellhole, just no luck.
Mr Enternational
11-22-24, 04:31
You guys that get to live in Thailand full time, just know how lucky you are. Where I'm from was a hellhole, where I am now is a hellhole, just no luck.It is not luck. We all make choices in life. Maybe if you are born living in a hellhole, but if you are from a Western country, over 50 ,and living in a hellhole, then that sounds to be from personal choices, and not from what you are forced to do or trapped into.
EverythingThai
11-24-24, 05:40
My trip dates are set and I've booked air and hotels. Now I just need to find a door-to-door car service from my Bangkok Hotel to my Pattaya Hotel. And presumably, my Pattaya Hotel to the BKK airport 12 days later. I can see some car service websites through Google, but they seem expensive (3000 THB+) versus what I think a Grab or Taxi might cost at around 1500-2000 THB. Not really interested in super cheap methods like the bus lines. I don't mind paying for the private ride luxury, assuming the costs are not more than $50 (1800 THB) each way.
Any suggestions or referrals will be much appreciated.I am not sure why you would ask this in the Pattaya thread where guys report on fucking girls. Anyways, I don't quite understand your post as you seem to have answered your own question. Grab or Bolt is the only way to go here. You will not save more money by trying to find a private driving service. Book a bolt and off you go. You will need to pay the tolls extra as well so dont forget to account for about another 150 -200 Baht.
I also saw the reply you got about Mikes service. I have used it and the rates start at. Once you give them your specific pick up and drop off location, the price will raise up to be comparable with Bolt or grab.
You guys that get to live in Thailand full time, just know how lucky you are. Where I'm from was a hellhole, where I am now is a hellhole, just no luck.You are right. Many people do not give enough credit to the simple randomness of life in the explanation of their success. Unless you are on the paying field or military battlefield there is very little that can be traced directly back to your performance. We all make choices, yes. But if you don't know the information it is impossible to act on. We all know that it is impossible to know what you you don't know. Then you can have information and not act on it. I've known about Thailand for 10 years. Never visited before 16 months ago.
Never was down with this pull yourself up with your own bootstraps bull. What if you don't have boots. I stand on shoulders of great men who were giants. I am in Thailand because of great men who convinced me to visit and then showed me the way.
Fuck storage! I wear my shit like I'm Mr. T up in dis *****!I made this post as a joke.
But seriously gold storage can be a big problem.
New option is to buy a digital token of your gold on the blockchain. It is stored for you in remote bankruptcy free vaults. You can then easily use it for digital payments. Each digital share represent one ounce of gold. Fractional buys and payments are not a problem. PM for more details.
Still not going to give up my gold chains!
I'm in Thailand since last Sunday, and I have a problem with Line that I have never experienced before. I cannot add new contacts, neither by ID nor by phone number.
Anyone else who has or had this problem? What can I do about it? The Line website does not mention this problem. Do I have to reinstall the app?
I'm in Thailand since last Sunday, and I have a problem with Line that I have never experienced before. I cannot add new contacts, neither by ID nor by phone number.
Anyone else who has or had this problem? What can I do about it? The Line website does not mention this problem. Do I have to reinstall the app?I had the same problem. After trying all sorts of things I opened a new account with a different email and reinstalled the app, then it worked. .
I'm in Thailand since last Sunday, and I have a problem with Line that I have never experienced before. I cannot add new contacts, neither by ID nor by phone number.
Anyone else who has or had this problem? What can I do about it? The Line website does not mention this problem. Do I have to reinstall the app?I have it all the time; deleted and renewed my account twice, but problem remains.
Mr Enternational
12-17-24, 14:20
I'm in Thailand since last Sunday, and I have a problem with Line that I have never experienced before. I cannot add new contacts, neither by ID nor by phone number.
Anyone else who has or had this problem? What can I do about it? The Line website does not mention this problem. Do I have to reinstall the app?I reported on this before. It works when using the qr code, but not entering the line ID or phone number.
I reported on this before. It works when using the qr code, but not entering the line ID or phone number.I see. Maybe I am stupid but how am I supposed to scan a QR code that is sent to an app on my phone, with the camera on that same phone?
Mr Enternational
12-17-24, 16:48
I see. Maybe I am stupid but how am I supposed to scan a QR code that is sent to an app on my phone, with the camera on that same phone?You screenshot the qr code. Then in Line you go to add friends, qr code, then at the bottom right you will see where you can click your photo gallery. Click that and choose the qr code that you screenshotted.
You screenshot the qr code. Then in Line you go to add friends, qr code, then at the bottom right you will see where you can click your photo gallery. Click that and choose the qr code that you screenshotted.My God, are we now taliking an easy and efficient way to connect with people.
I've lived here almost a decade, and never ventured beyond the tourist spots. I am going to do a week long roadtrip early Jan. Starting and ending in Bangkok. Everything other than this is flexible. I am not going to take any company from Bkk. I am hoping to spend a night in several "Nakhon Nowheres", getting some work done on my computer and reading.
I would love to savour some authentic rural women. To this end, my plan is to visit small / homely massages, tiny roadside eateries that are relatively desolate, local bars / live music places.
I will try to befriend local men / women who show potential to help me get closer to my goal. I will avoid any places with even the tiniest tourist value. Of course, I will report next month, but if anyone with experience has any advice before my trip, please help.
Specifically looking for advice on how rural mongering / propositioning is different from urban, and where best to sleep in nakhon nowheres.
Explorer8939
12-18-24, 13:21
I've lived here almost a decade, and never ventured beyond the tourist spots. I am going to do a week long roadtrip early Jan. Starting and ending in Bangkok. Everything other than this is flexible. I am not going to take any company from Bkk. I am hoping to spend a night in several "Nakhon Nowheres", getting some work done on my computer and reading.
I would love to savour some authentic rural women. To this end, my plan is to visit small / homely massages, tiny roadside eateries that are relatively desolate, local bars / live music places.
I will try to befriend local men / women who show potential to help me get closer to my goal. I will avoid any places with even the tiniest tourist value. Of course, I will report next month, but if anyone with experience has any advice before my trip, please help.
Specifically looking for advice on how rural mongering / propositioning is different from urban, and where best to sleep in nakhon nowheres.There is no rural mongering scene. If you go to a small village alone, everyone in the village knows everyone else, and all the younger women have a husband. So, no action there.
If you go to a larger city, there may be a Thai bar, where you buy a bottle, and if a lady joins you, you tip her. But she probably won't speak English, and there's no barfining. The lady is there for the entire shift.
There are some big cities in Isaan with Farang bars, but they are covered in other sections.
99% of Farangs go to the village with their Thai GF / wife.
Mr Enternational
12-18-24, 15:55
There is no rural mongering scene. If you go to a small village alone, everyone in the village knows everyone else, and all the younger women have a husband. So, no action there.
Folks always have dreams of going to the source. Meanwhile, all the chicks with hooker aspirations from the source have gone to larger cities to make money. Happened a lot in Brazil where in Rio a lot of the hookers were from Belo Horizonte. But people went to Belo Horizonte and were like where are all the beautiful women that are supposed to be here. Duh. They are in Rio! At least he will not be bored seeing that he has planned to get plenty of work done on the trip.
My God, are we now taliking an easy and efficient way to connect with people.Like I said in my post, the usual and quickest way to add new contacts in Line, either by ID or by phone number, is not (always) working anymore. And I didn't have experience yet with adding a contact by QR code. So that's why I asked for advise.
Thanks Mr. E. It works as you described.
Gaijin Gigolo
12-19-24, 05:31
I've lived here almost a decade, and never ventured beyond the tourist spots. I am going to do a week long roadtrip early Jan. Starting and ending in Bangkok. Everything other than this is flexible. I am not going to take any company from Bkk. I am hoping to spend a night in several "Nakhon Nowheres", getting some work done on my computer and reading.
I would love to savour some authentic rural women. To this end, my plan is to visit small / homely massages, tiny roadside eateries that are relatively desolate, local bars / live music places.
I will try to befriend local men / women who show potential to help me get closer to my goal. I will avoid any places with even the tiniest tourist value. Of course, I will report next month, but if anyone with experience has any advice before my trip, please help.
Specifically looking for advice on how rural mongering / propositioning is different from urban, and where best to sleep in nakhon nowheres.I had a nice time in Nong Khai up on the Mekong near the Lao border a few years ago. There is an ample amount of lovely dark-skinned honeys, nice food, a small expat scene and some touristy things to do as well. Plus it's hella cheaper than BKK or Pattaya or Chaing Mai, for example. Good luck!
https://bbqboy.net/guide-nong-khai-thailand/
Got it, so I will stick to spending the night at towns with enough population to offer some level of anonymity.
There is no rural mongering scene. If you go to a small village alone, everyone in the village knows everyone else, and all the younger women have a husband. So, no action there.
If you go to a larger city, there may be a Thai bar, where you buy a bottle, and if a lady joins you, you tip her. But she probably won't speak English, and there's no barfining. The lady is there for the entire shift.
There are some big cities in Isaan with Farang bars, but they are covered in other sections.
99% of Farangs go to the village with their Thai GF / wife.To that end, thank you for the example. I will use this as a rough guidance for population needed to offer said anonymity.
I had a nice time in Nong Khai up on the Mekong near the Lao border a few years ago. There is an ample amount of lovely dark-skinned honeys, nice food, a small expat scene and some touristy things to do as well. Plus it's hella cheaper than BKK or Pattaya or Chaing Mai, for example. Good luck!
https://bbqboy.net/guide-nong-khai-thailand/Not really after the source so much as something different from what bkk / pat / hkt offer.
Folks always have dreams of going to the source. Meanwhile, all the chicks with hooker aspirations from the source have gone to larger cities to make money. Happened a lot in Brazil where in Rio a lot of the hookers were from Belo Horizonte. But people went to Belo Horizonte and were like where are all the beautiful women that are supposed to be here. Duh. They are in Rio! At least he will not be bored seeing that he has planned to get plenty of work done on the trip.
Folks always have dreams of going to the source. Meanwhile, all the chicks with hooker aspirations from the source have gone to larger cities to make money. Happened a lot in Brazil where in Rio a lot of the hookers were from Belo Horizonte. But people went to Belo Horizonte and were like where are all the beautiful women that are supposed to be here. Duh. They are in Rio! At least he will not be bored seeing that he has planned to get plenty of work done on the trip.An ongoing joke in the main cities where one can easily guess the girl comes from. Issan, is: "is any girl left in issan as they all seem to be here in Pattaya".
By the 2nd day, I had finalized a masseuse to join me for my next 8 days - 750/ day. She ticked all my boxes in the 2 hour session.
Will go again in Feb for 3-4 day trip. I won't repeat the same mistake.
I've lived here almost a decade, and never ventured beyond the tourist spots. I am going to do a week long roadtrip early Jan. Starting and ending in Bangkok. Everything other than this is flexible. I am not going to take any company from Bkk. I am hoping to spend a night in several "Nakhon Nowheres", getting some work done on my computer and reading.
I would love to savour some authentic rural women. To this end, my plan is to visit small / homely massages, tiny roadside eateries that are relatively desolate, local bars / live music places.
I will try to befriend local men / women who show potential to help me get closer to my goal. I will avoid any places with even the tiniest tourist value. Of course, I will report next month, but if anyone with experience has any advice before my trip, please help.
Specifically looking for advice on how rural mongering / propositioning is different from urban, and where best to sleep in nakhon nowheres.
Mr Enternational
01-18-25, 06:28
Will go again in Feb for 3-4 day trip. I won't repeat the same mistake.What was the mistake?
By the 2nd day, I had finalized a masseuse to join me for my next 8 days - 750/ day. She ticked all my boxes in the 2 hour session.
Will go again in Feb for 3-4 day trip. I won't repeat the same mistake.Congratulations man. You executed a different type plan and nailed it. Was there a language barrier?
EverythingThai
01-18-25, 09:07
By the 2nd day, I had finalized a masseuse to join me for my next 8 days - 750/ day. She ticked all my boxes in the 2 hour session.
Will go again in Feb for 3-4 day trip. I won't repeat the same mistake.If you want to monger in Isaan, stick to Roi-et, Udon Thani, Khorat / Nachon Tatchasima, Ubon Ratchanthani, or Surin. There is a mongering scene there, but you need to have the info. Thai men and local expats take advantage of it. These cities all have tons of options. Don't waste your time in smaller towns or villages.
Here is an example of an overview of the night life in one large Issan city. Do a little research before you go to any one of these cities and you will know what to do and where to go. Here is just one example and all it took me was a quick 10 second forum search. Use the forum search feature out. It will save you a load of time.
For hotels, stay at the Sunnee Grand hotel and convention centre or V hotel.
Hostess and Kareoke bars:
There are both karaoke bars and hostess bars with girls even more attractive than those in the massage parlors. What is the difference? Well, it's simple. If you take The View in northern Ubon, that would be a typical hostess bar, with plenty of girls that will sit with you as long as you buy them drinks. A similar joint is Alive, located in downtown. Things are obviously a little different at Starlight Karaoke, where you would pay 200 Baht per hour for the rent of a private karaoke room plus 200 Baht per hour for one of their super hot and white skinned girls plus drinks (Beer 150-180 Baht, Red Label 1,900 Baht). My personal recommendation through is the brand new Sherbet, a mix of hostess bar and karaoke means you can first hang out with the girls downstairs which looks like an ordinary bar with live music and then later on (if you feel like) sing songs on the second floor.
I had a great time at the place. The owner is from Bangkok and speaks perfect English. I hung out with a beautiful white skinned girl and back to my room for 2,000 LT.
Bars:
Tawan Daeng.
Tawan Daeng UbonTawan Daeng is an institution all over Isaan and northern Thailand, pretty much every province capital has its own branch of this hugely popular franchise. It's the perfect place to bring your girlfriend, enjoy some dinner and watch the show on the huge stage with Isaan style Molam Music. Very nice and attentive staff and unlike some other branches like in Buriram, the Tawan Daeng Ubon starts getting busy pretty much every single night from 10 pm onwards.
I checked this place out for about an hour but mostly couples and big groups of guys and gals together. Not easy to approach.
Country Club.
Night Club in Ubon RatchathaniThe most popular night club in Ubon Ratchathani. And if you want to hit on some local girls, then this is the place to do it as, unlike most other Thai style night clubs, the tables are very close to each other and people walk and look around a lot to meet and greet new people. No cover charge in Country, like in all other clubs in town, so you can just have a look if you like it. Beware of (or look out for) the ladyboys who typically like to hang out right in front of the stage but aren't too shy (unlike the girls) to come over to your table and say Hi.
I had some good luck here with a local university girl out with her friend one night. We drank and partied all night and back to my hotel. This was a freebie for me, I just took care of the bill at the bar for the two ladies and lunch the following day with my lady.
You-Bar.
You Bar UbonI was surprised when I found out they have you-Bar in Ubon, since the club of the same name is the most popular club in Khon Kaen. It obviously has the same owner here, but it's significantly smaller and the best days to party here are really Fridays and Saturdays. On weekdays, it tends to stay half empty and then the whole atmosphere is somewhat dull. Still, you-Bar is one of the best night clubs in Ubon and it's also the newest and most modern one with the coolest design, thus attracting the Hi-So Thais of the province.
This place reminds me of Mixx in Bangkok but with less freelancers. You need your A game here and I was able to get many phone numbers but I did not have the time to follow up since I was leaving the next day. If I was a local expat there, this would be my first choice to meet ladies for potential GF.
There are a few more night clubs in Ubon Ratchathani, such as Warp Club, the-WA, Fuse Pub and Shark.
Soapy Massage Parlors in Ubon Ratchathani:
There are three soapy massage parlors in Ubon. They all have the typical fishbowl arrangement, however, there's no glass and you can invite a girl to have a drink with you before you decide on whether to go for the full program.
Amati.
Soapy Massage Parlor in Ubon RatchathaniThe best massage parlor in town. The location is quite typical for that type of place, very central but still somewhat hidden in a narrow alley connecting Uppalisan Road and Suriyat Alley. You can't miss it with the huge posters of girls in bikinis on the wall of the building. Upon entry to Amati, one of the polite papasans will sit down next to you on a sofa and make useful recommendations of the girls. They are divided into three categories, depending on age and attractiveness: 1,500 Baht / 1,800 Baht / 2,000 Baht. You may, if you want, arrange a tip with your girl of like 500 Baht for the second round and then follow her into the modern and friendly room that has a big bed, TV and a super nice and big whirlpool.
Palace.
Palace Massage Parlor UbonBright red light is illuminating the entrance to Palace Aap Nuat in the otherwise relatively quiet Phalochai Road. While the place as such has definitely seen better times, the same cannot be said of the massage girls most of whom are attractive and light skinned. Two categories and prices at Palace: 1,400 Baht and 1,700 Baht. The atmosphere with the narrow lobby and small and old rooms isn't that great at all, but if you pick the right girl it can still be very enjoyable. Oh, and they have Japanese porn running nonstop in the rooms and even better: mirrors on the walls.
I didn't try these places due to time restrictions so I will give them all a shot this next trip.
Long Beach.
Long Beach UbonLocated right behind the Pathumrat Hotel, Long Beach is the third massage parlor in Ubon Ratchathani. It has the biggest fishbowl of the three, but strange the selection is the worst. The four different prices at Long Beach are 1,000 Baht, 1,400 Baht, 1,700 Baht and 1,900 Baht.
Happy Ending Massage in Ubon Ratchathani:
Z-Through Spa where they tell you right upon entry that it's 699 Baht for an aroma massage plus 500 Baht for a hand job plus 500 Baht for body to body treatment.
Not my cup of tea but you might find a diamond in the ruff there.
I will be there again Jan 12-14 and will update on all of these again.Search might find more gold nugget posts just like this one.
Thanks for the advice. I'm researching some options out west, but there's very little information. I was hoping to get some Myanmar cuisine, but if I don't find anything concrete, I'll stick to ratchasima for my Feb. Trip.
If you want to monger in Isaan, stick to Roi-et, Udon Thani, Khorat / Nachon Tatchasima, Ubon Ratchanthani, or Surin. There is a mongering scene there, but you need to have the info. Thai men and local expats take advantage of it. These cities all have tons of options. Don't waste your time in smaller towns or villages.
Here is an example of an overview of the night life in one large Issan city. Do a little research before you go to any one of these cities and you will know what to do and where to go. Here is just one example and all it took me was a quick 10 second forum search. Use the forum search feature out. It will save you a load of time.
Search might find more gold nugget posts just like this one.
Especially so if you corner yourself in a way that you can't get a local for LT 2-3 nights.
What was the mistake?
I speak few Thai phrases and fluent Thai English if you get my drift. This particular lady, I mostly had her read google translate, posing questions in a manner she can answer while massaging me with simple yes / no /1 word responses. Of course, if I spoke Thai fluently, I'the probably have had a very different trip.
Congratulations man. You executed a different type plan and nailed it. Was there a language barrier?
Thanks for the advice. I'm researching some options out west, but there's very little information. I was hoping to get some Myanmar cuisine, but if I don't find anything concrete, I'll stick to ratchasima for my Feb. Trip.I spent a few days in Natchon Ratchisima a few years back pre-covid. I was speaking at a conference at the University and there was a plethora of sweet young things keen to improve their english but I decided that was a bit close to home. There were a couple of soapies in the middle of town that were OK and some lady style bars where I got nowhere because of the language. I did find a few at a local restaurant that were willing. I was staying at a Dusit hotel and there were some lookers there but they needed to look after their reputations. Good luck now.
ThaiGoodTimes
01-21-25, 18:14
If you want to monger in Isaan, stick to Roi-et, Udon Thani, Khorat / Nachon Tatchasima, Ubon Ratchanthani, or Surin. There is a mongering scene there, but you need to have the info. Thai men and local expats take advantage of it. These cities all have tons of options. Don't waste your time in smaller towns or villages.You've left out Khon Kaen, Nong Khai, Nakhon Phanom, and Buriram that all have quite notable setups to play in.
I've been successful finding options without that much effort at all back in 2017 when I was a newbie novice staying in the above and your listed locations on a four week Isaan roadtrip.
Also to a lesser extent I was also successful when staying in Mukdahan, Yasothon, Chaiyaphum.
Bottom line is that it is everywhere, but be careful that you're not seen by the locals as stealing someone else's "lady".
Another place to find them is WeChat and it's people nearby feature.
Good idea, I forgot about that! The shop keeper will even give her a paper that suppossedly makes it easier for her to get the cash after I've left town.
Does anybody know how much loss is incurred when we do this? 5%? 10% 20%Gold is sold in Thailand based on weight.
https://legal.co.th/resources/thailand-real-estate-property-law/title/thai-gold-what-weight-and-measure-baht/
So the price for a item is the spot price of gold and set nationally for the week plus a premium. The premium is based on the amount of gold purchased. With the lowest premiums being on gold bars (no matter what the weight) compared to jewelry.
When the time comes to redeem your gold for fiat currency you will get the buy price but no premium. So if you holding period is not long enough for the price of gold to appreciate more than the premium that you paid for it you will lose money. I consider Thai Gold to be an intermediate to long term storage of value (not an investment).
In other words, you can give a girl gold that she can wear and trust me, she is only going to sell it if she really needs to. Personal ownership of gold is integrated into Thailand's Culture and Economy.
ElMexicant
02-11-25, 10:41
Come on now. Everyone supposed to know jewelry price and scrap melt down price is different. When you buy gold jewelry, they figure in design, kraftmanship, and time. When selling back to a gold shop, this is called scrap price. Slighty below the market rate for that day per ounce or 100 grams. We Indians know bling better than anybody. See how many times we've been robbed on Beach Road? So watcha talking about Willis? When you say she gets the same 20,000 baht price back from selling the necklace. No such thing.
Anyways, my buddy with his gold face mask during COVID. And Mr. Sul, the King of Bling.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWrrOjzmzYo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HUm9ZzrGlc
Come on now. Everyone supposed to know jewelry price and scrap melt down price is different. When you buy gold jewelry, they figure in design, kraftmanship, and time. When selling back to a gold shop, this is called scrap price. Slighty below the market rate for that day per ounce or 100 grams. We Indians know bling better than anybody. See how many times we've been robbed on Beach Road? So watcha talking about Willis? When you say she gets the same 20,000 baht price back from selling the necklace. No such thing.
Anyways, my buddy with his gold face mask during COVID. And Mr. Sul, the King of Bling.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWrrOjzmzYo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HUm9ZzrGlcUnless it's something unusual, the workmanship isn't that much in Thailand. Many years since I last associated with bargirls encouraging the current love of their life to buy them something to remember them by, only to sell it on the way back from the airport, but even today I'd doubt it would add much more than 500-1000 baht to the price of gold.
I am uncertain as to why, but there are always going to be people talking out of turn who do not know their facts.
I am not one of those people!
I AM the authority on Thai Gold up in this thread. I AM the only one that has written about it extensively since I got here. I AM sure someone will correctly me with their memories of the Glory Days, but once again with Thai Gold it is the gold spot price set by the market that determines value, not someone's memories or opinions.
Thai people use gold as a savings account. Gold shops are plentiful and allow you to buy and sell gold for fiat currency (THB) very easily. When in Thailand it often makes sense to do as the Thai people do.
I see gold as a store of value. I take 70000 THB and buy gold with it in Thailand. If times get hard I can sell that gold and (depending upon the price of gold at the time of sale) and get more or less 70000 THB back. No exchange rate issues.
I was on the street today and saw: Sell 32700 Buy 32600 a THB. That is a 100 THB spread between buying and selling. That is an immediate loss. But I cannot buy a shirt for 100 THB. Well that is a lie, I actually I could, just not one I would want to wear.Intelligent girls hold onto their gold in case of a financial emergency. A stupid girl is going to waste her money. So it does not matter what form that you give it to her in. I will update the numbers with a boots on the ground observation the next time I make a gold run!
Ballin like Thai Gold Pro!
Was in the gold shop. Sell 46850 Buy 46750 a Baht
Anyone remember when I said I saw gold as a store of value. That Thai people use gold as a savings account?
Thai people use gold as a savings account. Gold shops are plentiful and allow you to buy and sell gold for fiat currency (THB) very easily. When in Thailand it often makes sense to do as the Thai people do.On 11/09/23 I wrote this:
I see gold as a store of value. I take 70000 THB and buy gold with it in Thailand. If times get hard I can sell that gold and (depending upon the price of gold at the time of sale) and get more or less 70000 THB back. No exchange rate issues.
I was on the street today and saw: Sell 32700 Buy 32600 a Bhat.46750 - 32700 = 14,050/ Baht increase. Let's do a little trader math: +42.97% in 15 months. There are those who have challenged me on the entire gold issue:
I am just trying to let those who may not have your insight and experience know the score. And you'll loose your shirt trying to trade gold in Thailand. The US primarily 10 and 18 karat gold. Most gold shops in Thailand are selling 23 karat gold 1. This is equivalent to 96.5% pure gold, which is considered very high by international standards. They will fuck you coming and going with exchange rates, karat differences and grams to ounces conversions. Good luck with that plan.Not going to say that I am smarter than this person But he has to look at the returns and ask himself why he wrote what he wrote.
Not only did I NOT lose my shirt. I could take the profits from my gold purchases when the above exchange happened and have one custom tailored for me and still have enough left over for a nice night out on the town. I welcome his response.
Ballin like Thai Gold Pro!
Gold prices tend to rise during recessions, as investors seek safe-haven assets to preserve their wealth and hedge against inflation and economic downturns.47*Historically, gold has outperformed the S&P 500 by an average of 37% in six of the last eight recessions.
During the Great Recession of 2008,*gold initially declined with the broader stock market but rebounded and ended the year up 5.5%, rising more than 25% over the total 18-month stock market selloff.8*In the 1970s, gold rose 2,328% from its low in 1970 to the 1980 peak, while the S&P 500 was flat for the decade.Additional article (take a look at the chart in the article with a historical comparison of gold against other assets during recessions):
https://goldsilver.com/industry-news/article/if-stock-market-crashes-what-happens-to-gold-and-silver/
Then we have this article that is saying current high prices of gold is a indicator that recession is coming.
https://fortune.com/2024/08/16/gold-prices-record-high-economic-outlook-recession-indicator-fed-rate-cuts/
I AM the authority on Thai Gold up in this thread. I AM the only one that has written about it extensively since I got here. but once again with Thai Gold it is the gold spot price set by the market that determines value, not someone's memories or opinions.I am current taking part of my profits in the financial markets and parking it in gold. As Warren Buffet says: I am less concerned with the return on my money than the return OF my money.
Ballin like a Thai Gold Pro!
Additional article (take a look at the chart in the article with a historical comparison of gold against other assets during recessions):
https://goldsilver.com/industry-news/article/if-stock-market-crashes-what-happens-to-gold-and-silver/
Then we have this article that is saying current high prices of gold is a indicator that recession is coming.
https://fortune.com/2024/08/16/gold-prices-record-high-economic-outlook-recession-indicator-fed-rate-cuts/
I am current taking part of my profits in the financial markets and parking it in gold. As Warren Buffet says: I am less concerned with the return on my money than the return OF my money.
Ballin like a Thai Gold Pro!I went into physically holding bullion late last June (2024). Certainly can not say that I am sorry. LOL Premium pricing has held steady while profit on paper has been gratifying to say the least.
Sam.
Additional article (take a look at the chart in the article with a historical comparison of gold against other assets during recessions):
https://goldsilver.com/industry-news/article/if-stock-market-crashes-what-happens-to-gold-and-silver/
Then we have this article that is saying current high prices of gold is a indicator that recession is coming.
https://fortune.com/2024/08/16/gold-prices-record-high-economic-outlook-recession-indicator-fed-rate-cuts/
I am current taking part of my profits in the financial markets and parking it in gold. As Warren Buffet says: I am less concerned with the return on my money than the return OF my money.
Ballin like a Thai Gold Pro!Being serious here for a moment.
Gold is primarily a hedge against inflation.
It's had a good run due to the result of the high inflationary monitory policies the USA (and by extension, the world) has experienced over the last couple of years.
In the longer term view, a buy is a bet that high inflation will continue. A sell is a bet that the new USA Administration will be able to lower inflation.
The old saw is, that the "intrinsic" value of one ounce of gold will currently buy a finely tailored man's suit of clothes. This seems to be the mean around which the price tends to trade, with wide swings in either direction. "The reversion to the mean" on the Bell Curve.
Another indicator that generally correlates over the long term, is that a change in the trajectory in the Fed Funds rates is a signal to buy or sell. If it start going up, it's a *buy, if it starts going down, it's a *sell.
*This of course is only an indicator for the medium to longer term, and has no relationship to the wild swings of day or monthly trading. Nor does it anticipate unpredictable events like wars, peace. Oil embargos, revolutions and asteroid hits! LOL.
It's a jungle out there!
Good luck!
• Last 1 Year: The S&P 500 returned approximately 26.29%.
• Last 5 Years: The S&P 500 has an annualized return of around 15.39% over the past five years.
That's 15.39 x 5 = 76.95%.
• Last 1 Year: The price of gold increased by approximately 11.38%, with the current price around $2,923.16 per ounce.
• Last 5 Years: Over the past five years, gold has seen an average annual return of about 27.23%, with prices ranging from $1,301.46 to $2,874.66 per ounce.
Gold did out preform a very conservative investment. Yet if you invested in gold for 5 years you got ZERO interest, ZERO dividends, ZERO income from other way to leverage you stock investments like covered call. And you had to pay to store it.
In 2011 I sold all my "physical" gold ($1800/ oz) and bought other stocks and bonds. One stock was a gold mining stock RGLD, you can see it in my table below.
These are just some my actual holdings and not pie in the sky wishful investments.
Like religious fanatics I have learned gold buffs can never be converted. And by being only 50% converted would equal a little more diverse investor. I still don't know how buffs live on their investment without selling it off.
Today Then Diff Total Gain.
12 months GOOG 147 187 40 27%.
5 Years GOOG 67 187 120 179%.
12 months AMZN 170 228 58 34%.
5 Years AMZN 100 228 128 128%.
12 months AAPL 185 245 60 32%.
5 Years AAPL 74.31 245 170.69 230%.
12 months AXON 264 686 422 160%.
5 Years AXON 575 1058 483 84%.
12 months NLFX 575 1058 483 84%.
5 Years NLFX 369 1058 689 187%.
12 months S&P500 4976 6114 1138 23%.
5 Years S&P500 2954 6114 3160 107%.
12 months MELI 1721 2123 402 23%.
5 Years MELI 700 2123 1423 203%.
12 months CCJ 8. 74 47.29 38.55 441%.
5 Years CCJ 40.5 47.29 6. 79 17%.
12 months NVDA 74 138.48 64.48 87%.
5 Years NVDA 4. 52 138.48 133.96 2964%.
12 months COST 74 1071.76 997.76 1348%.
5 Years COST 256 1071.76 815.76 319%.
12 months RGLD 107 146.83 39.83 37%.
5 Years RGLD 104 146.83 42.83 41%.
2011-now 70 146.83 76.83 110%.
But not counting RGLD dividends my cost basis is.
$4. 38 after selling covered calls all this time.
GOLD One year 11%.
GOLD One year 27.23 x5 = 136%.
Sorry an excel spread sheet does not copy well.
The issue is Thai Gold as a reserve asset in Thailand I am not debating all fiat returns in the stock market casino.
Unsure of why individuals do not understand my perspective. They are sitting on the deck of the Titanic rearranging the deck chairs. The United States of America is on the verge of kinetic civil war leading to a dictatorship. Those trusting in the current system better have a go/bug out bag packed. I know if I lived in the shit hole country known as the United States of America I would. Gold would be in that bag!
I can show my my AAPL, my NVDA, my MSTR, my GE, my GEV, my IDR, my UROY returns also. But that is not what I am talking about. I am talking about safe haven assets. I've learned that you cannot tell a grown man what to do with his money. But when my system works, I actually am not interested in telling him what to do. I am only open to showing others what has worked for me.
If an individual who said I would lose my shirt in Thai Gold cannot accept the results I have posted with my actually Thai Gold purchases (lets remember I consider it a reserve asset) then they simply cannot accept the facts. If gold is not an important reserve asset why do Central Banks around the world purchase it to back up their fiat currencies.
Ballin like Thai Gold Pro!
When the news about Deep Seek came out NVDA stock price got knocked back to 116. I picked some up at 118. It has moved to 138 and I think it is time to take profits. I plan to use my original capital and the profits from that trade to buy Thai Gold. Not as investment. As a reserve asset.
I see gold as a store of value. I take 70000 THB and buy gold with it in Thailand. If times get hard I can sell that gold and (depending upon the price of gold at the time of sale) and get more or less 70000 THB back. No exchange rate issues.Note I said from that trade. I still have plenty more NVDA to sell off. I started taking profits after I saw I had a return of over 1000% Currently accumulating AMD. I think the market is sleeping on that one. Also accumulating mining stocks! They pay good dividends.
Thai people use gold as a savings account. Gold shops are plentiful and allow you to buy and sell gold for fiat currency (THB) very easily. When in Thailand it often makes sense to do as the Thai people do.
If an individual who said I would lose my shirt in Thai Gold cannot accept the results I have posted with my actually Thai Gold purchases (lets remember I consider it a reserve asset) then they simply cannot accept the facts. If gold is not an important reserve asset why do Central Banks around the world purchase it to back up their fiat currencies.
Central banks typically hold a variety of assets in their reserves to ensure economic stability and liquidity. The composition of these reserves can vary, but generally includes:
1. Foreign Currencies: The largest portion of central bank reserves is usually held in foreign currencies like the US dollar (USD), euro (EUR), and Japanese yen (JPY). These are highly liquid and widely accepted globally1.
2. Gold: Gold is a traditional reserve asset, valued for its stability and lack of credit risk.
3. Special Drawing Rights (SDRs): These are international reserve assets created by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to supplement member countries' official reserves.
4. Securities: This includes government bonds and other highly rated securities from other countries.
5. Other Reserve Assets: This category can include financial derivatives, loans to nonbank nonresidents, and other assets.
The exact percentages can vary by country and over time, but foreign currencies and gold typically make up the largest shares of central bank reserves.
Country Percentage of Gold Reserves.
United States 77.3%.
Germany 69.1%.
Italy 64.7%.
France 60.8%.
United Kingdom 57.2%.
Japan 53.5%.
Canada 50.1%.
Going back to an earlier post 1st. What recession? The one predicted for the past 3 or 4 years? There will always be a future recession. That's called the business cycle.
Fact: Gold does not grow, pay interest, or dividends and in some way or another will costs to store (rented vault, safe deposit box, buying a home safe). And while it sits there waiting for the next greater fool to pay you more for it than you paid for it there is such a thing as opportunity cost to what the fiat currencies could be making.
Fact: The old saying is "A rising tide lifts all boats" and you have been lucky, period. If you don't want to admit it here at least look in the mirror. These gold shops don't stay in business losing money; thus, their customers can't be winners or the shops would be out of business. In the long run if you sit at the table long enough the house wins, the house always wins. That's why the buy / sell "odds" are what they are.
Out of curiosity what "deleted" hole country do you come from. I just know in most of the world I can't buy a bottle of beer with gold dust or if I used a Krugerrand – they'the have to give about $2900 in change- not going to happen. Gold will not reasonably let me buy most thing =a movie tickets, food, gas, pay my water or electric bill. Pay college tuition, pay my streaming bill, pay for my massage or air fare, car rental, buy a car. Hell the list is endless. It all looks good on paper – gold gold gold – but when the rubber hits the road without a financial system with fiat currencies your gold dust / bars are pretty worthless.
So, your theories about gold ownership parallels those of Bitcoin ownership. Why are you backing a dog in the race when for in the last 6 months Bitcoin "a store of value" some say is up nearly 400%?
Anyway good continued luck and next time you need dental work choose GOLD 555.
I went into physically holding bullion late last June (2024). Certainly can not say that I am sorry. LOL Premium pricing has held steady while profit on paper has been gratifying to say the least..Strong move! I only have praise for you brother. I have a very narrow use for Thai Gold. I have laid out below.
I see gold as a store of value. I take 70000 THB and buy gold with it in Thailand. If times get hard I can sell that gold and (depending upon the price of gold at the time of sale) and get more or less 70000 THB back. No exchange rate issues.
I am sharing my gold plan in Thailand. In fact, I have spoke with several Thai people who told me that is how they survived in Thailand during the down turn of tourism in Pattaya. They sold their accumulated gold they had purchased when times were good in order to get them through the lean times.Those arguing with me who say they don't want to argue, completely miss my point of WHY Thai Gold works in my personal portfolio. I have no interest in the bigger picture because I am not trying to incorporate Thai Gold into my overall investment portfolio. This is an assumption made the the overly argumentative who have a strong anti gold bias. I don't see any value in pussy that costs more than 2000 THB. Others disagree with me. There is no way to argue about it. Because it is personal preference.
Here is what I know. If I need THB I can see my gold in the gold stores from it. It is a spurious argument at best that the Gold Stores are like casinos. House always wins. In that case the US Stock Market is the same way. Between the fees that are paid and collected by the market makers, the large institutions front running your trades etc. The house always wins. They treat you like a kid. You don't even hold your own stocks.
Purchasing gold is for men. I pay cash and the gold is in my hand. If the financial system breaks down, if you have your gold in small increments you will indeed be able to pay for it directly.
The old saw is, that the "intrinsic" value of one ounce of gold will currently buy a finely tailored man's suit of clothes. This seems to be the mean around which the price tends to trade, with wide swings in either direction. "The reversion to the mean" on the Bell CurveThis is all I am looking for from my Thai Gold holdings.
But since the argumentative want to do what they do best, I just bought Barrick Gold Mining Co. (they have two big mines in the Dominican Republic actually). Because gold stocks have not kept pace with the price of gold. The reversion to the mean on the Bell Curve. ROTFLMO! Got to love it when a plan comes together!
Ballin like Thai Gold Pro!
When the news about Deep Seek came out NVDA stock price got knocked back to 116. I picked some up at 118. It has moved to 138 and I think it is time to take profits. I plan to use my original capital and the profits from that trade to buy Thai Gold. Not as investment. As a reserve asset.Order filled this morning at 141.26. Going to make an another gold run to my favorite spot to buy in Thailand. Much to the chagrin of others. I will document my trade via photo. I have a friend who constantly reminds me that the internet never forgets. So, it will be right here for all who choose to to review it.
Let's check back in a year, shall we?
Order filled this morning at 141.26. Going to make an another gold run to my favorite spot to buy in Thailand. Much to the chagrin of others. I will document my trade via photo. I have a friend who constantly reminds me that the internet never forgets. So, it will be right here for all who choose to to review it.
Let's check back in a year, shall we?The secret to success in the markets is simple. Buy low and sell high! Sell high, buy low!
Likewise, the secret to fucking hoes is to go cwhere they at, and bring money!
Suprising it gets so complicated in practice, LOL.
Order filled this morning at 141.26. Going to make an another gold run to my favorite spot to buy in Thailand. Much to the chagrin of others. I will document my trade via photo. I have a friend who constantly reminds me that the internet never forgets. So, it will be right here for all who choose to to review it.
Let's check back in a year, shall we?Good NVDA trade and no need to document trades, what's the diff. It is what it is. I can't bring myself to buy any more NVDA except via a DRIP. I am in at $2. 62, lucky really.
Again if you think the USA is a shit hole why are you dealing in US $?
Good NVDA trade and no need to document trades, what's the diff. It is what it is. Actually there is. Only if to cause others to loose face. I gots people claiming I am lying on my flow, my stack, my trading ability and my dick. Serious accusations all. Done only by keyboard warriors who reside safely behind their computer screen.
I can't bring myself to buy any more NVDA except via a DRIP. I am in at $2. 62, lucky really.You cannot bring yourself to buy Thai Gold either. I use Thai Gold as a store of value and I wear that shit on my fingers and around my neck and wrists. I can do that in Thailand as I feel perfect safe and don't have to worry about being jacked like I would in the Dominican Republic, Colombia or the United States of America.
Again if you think the USA is a shit hole why are you dealing in US $?Lay out your country of origin and tell us why you operate in the various currencies that you do?
If you must know, I currently operate in DOP, COP, THB, MXN, $BTC, $LTC, $USDM, $USDT, $USDC and USD. A man has to know his limitations. I know mine. My father is dead. I think for myself. I answer to no man. This is especially the case when it comes to International Tricks. Do you want to talk finances or do you want to talk about me? This is the General Reports in the Thailand Country Thread. The original discussion was about Thai Gold. If you wish to pivot from that discussion (for whatever reason), if you want to talk about the United States of America there is a Thread called American Politics. Meet me over there and we can have whatever discussion THE ADMINISTRATOR allows.
Lastly, about the issue of trust. I am tired of repeating myself about why I buy Thai Gold. I do not trust the fiat currency system. I do not trust the banking system. So I think it is wise to hold a percentage of your assets outside of the traditional banking system. Those with access to high quality banking systems simply do not understand. They have been sitting in their comfortable countries growing fat and soft. They know nothing of the struggles of the Global South. They only know comfort.
I'm old, but I am hard! In real life, not behind a keyboard. Brought up in the school of hard knocks and have had to endure things that would have broken lesser men. Not afraid of death. But not seeking it either. I keep a go bag packed and ready. Why? Because you never know!
It takes money to be an International Trick. You need to create a flow, so you can build a stack, that way you can pay for your flights, hotels, food and everything else you need to engage in International Trickin activities. We even have people posting up in here that have never even been to Thailand. That is how interesting Thailand is compared to the places they reside. We should be proud of ourselves TConor. We have taken the conversation to an entirely different level. So much so others feel the need to get in on the action.
Ballin like a Thai Gold Pro!
Feb 4 (Reuters).
Gold prices regained an all-time high on Tuesday, driven by investors seeking the safe-haven asset after China retaliated with tariffs on the U.S. in response to President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Spot gold gained 1.1% to $2,844.56 per ounce as of 01:40 p.m. ET (1840 GMT), after hitting a record high of $2,845.14 earlier in the session.
A line chart titled "Spot gold price in USD per oz" that tracks the metric over time.
A line chart titled "Spot gold price in USD per oz" that tracks the metric over time.
U.S. gold futures settled 0.7% higher at $2,875.80.
"The tariff news came out like it did overnight; I think right now that's the main driver than any other thing and data that comes out today, (but) I think it's going to be overshadowed by the tariff news," said Bob Haberkorn, senior market strategist at RJO Futures.
"The dollar was strong going into the week here, but with a lower dollar, that also definitely helps the price of gold," Haberkorn said.
The dollar fell 0.9%, making gold less expensive for other currency holders.
China imposed tariffs on U.S. imports, swiftly responding to new U.S. duties, escalating the trade war between the world's top two economies even as Trump offered reprieves to Mexico and Canada.
The Trump administration's plans for trade tariffs come with inflation risks, three Fed officials warned on Monday, with one arguing that uncertainty over the outlook for prices calls for slower interest rate cuts than otherwise.
Data showed U.S. job openings in December fell to 7.6 million, falling short of the consensus estimate of 8 million, indicating potential economic slowdown.
Bullion is traditionally considered a hedge against both inflation and geopolitical uncertainty, but higher rates reduce the non-yielding asset's appeal.
Given the disruptive nature of the current U.S. administration creating market uncertainty, coupled with central banks possibly increasing gold purchases to diversify from U.S. dollar holdings, gold prices could reach $3,000 this year, said Jim Wyckoff, a senior market analyst at Kitco Metals.
Investors' focus now turns to the ADP employment report on Wednesday, the payrolls report on Friday, and speeches from several Fed officials.
Spot silver rose 2.5% to $32.33 per ounce. Platinum gained 0.4% to $967.94, and palladium fell 1.3% to $994.I use Thai Gold as store of value here in Thailand!
NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE!
You wrote:
Lastly, about the issue of trust. I am tired of repeating myself about why I buy Thai Gold. I do not trust the fiat currency system. I do not trust the banking system.
In your mind walk through the scenario of how trade / barter would work without the fiat currency system. All the gold in the world is not going to work if everyone is not on the same page. Your dooms day mentality is a symptom of. Never mind, talk about waiting someone's time. I am the one waiting time on this ridiculous discussion.
And in case you missed it, check this out:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0Oz4P-NX84
The Technological Republic: Hard Power, Soft Belief, and the Future of the West.
By Alex Karp.
TallDarkUsa
02-20-25, 07:49
Hey everyone,
I'll be in Bangkok for three weeks and need to get some dental work done while I'm there. My dentist back home told me I need a root canal and a crown, so I'm looking for recommendations on good dental clinics that offer quality work at a reasonable price.
If you've had similar work done in Bangkok, I'the love to hear about your experience. Also, what kind of price range should I expect for a root canal and crown?
Appreciate any advice—thanks!
Larbmoo555
02-20-25, 08:30
Hey everyone,
I'll be in Bangkok for three weeks and need to get some dental work done while I'm there. My dentist back home told me I need a root canal and a crown, so I'm looking for recommendations on good dental clinics that offer quality work at a reasonable price.
If you've had similar work done in Bangkok, I'the love to hear about your experience. Also, what kind of price range should I expect for a root canal and crown?
Appreciate any advicethanks!I had a root canal & crown done at BIDC 2 years ago, at their EmQuartier office as it's next to where I live, but their main building is on Ratchadaphisek. Can't remember the exact price, don't think it was more than 50 k thb /$1500 USD for everything and I think that's on the higher side of prices here. In Thailand the clinics publish the prices on their website so there's no "gotcha". Was very good work, almost no pain (my regular cleanings are more painful than my root canal was). You should download LINE because you can add most clinics on that app and easily get quotes / make reservations.
Here endeth the lesson for you!
The purpose of the forum is the share information. Today a ISG brother contacted me via PM for a recommendation for a Gold Shop in Pattaya. I sent him the name and address of my favorite one. Along with a link to an educational article about buying Thai Gold. That is why I won't let anyone try to silence me with their opinions. Because others might be interested in mine even if you disagree. All the satisfaction I needed was contained in that request. Maybe based on your opinion someone won't buy gold. Applause for a job well done!
I don't know what you heard about me; But a ***** can get a 1 BAHT of gold out of me; No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see; That I'm a motherfuckin' S-I-M-P!
You wrote:
Lastly, about the issue of trust. I am tired of repeating myself about why I buy Thai Gold. I do not trust the fiat currency system. I do not trust the banking system.
In your mind walk through the scenario of how trade / barter would work without the fiat currency system. All the gold in the world is not going to work if everyone is not on the same page. Your dooms day mentality is a symptom of. Never mind, talk about waiting someone's time. I am the one waiting time on this ridiculous discussion.
And in case you missed it, check this out:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0Oz4P-NX84
The Technological Republic: Hard Power, Soft Belief, and the Future of the West.
By Alex Karp.
I came late to buying Gold via the GLD ETF fund for now.That is a understatement.
Trying to decide what percent of my total assets to keep in some form of Gold.If you don't custody your gold in physical form, then you don't own it. If you don't own the metal itself then you are not truly providing any sort of diversification to your portfolio. Of course this is my opinion.
I don't want to do as SubCmdr* likes to do: buy gold at a gold shop for B1500 and hold it for 6 months and go back and sell it back to the gold store for B1600.I understand why you would not want to do what you wrote
Oakie gave me vote of confidence confirming what I already knew but he witnessed it in action and wanted to add his 0.02 USD in a 0.67 THB world:
The secret to success in the markets is simple. Buy low and sell high! Sell high, buy low!Here is what I do / did:
11/09/2023: Buy at 32700.
02/14/2025: Sell at 46750.
46750 - 32700 = 14,050/ Baht increase. Let's do a little trader math: +42.97% in 15 months. Now making that kind of return is not for everyone. So, please continue to do what it is you do what is best for YOUR portfolio. I simply providing an example of what is actually possible with Thai Gold.
I actually have not sold any of my gold and I have bought more. I just wanted to provide an example to everyone of the potential and show that opinions do not invalidate actual market results!
Since the OP admitted to being late to the Au game, he needs to put some work and learn. The industry sector of Gold mining stocks have been trailing behind the performance of the actual metal. IMO that is the best way to diversify your paper portfolio. Barrick Gold Corp F (GOLD) is a perfect example of this. Entered the trade at 17.13. Current price is an exercise left for the reader.
NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE
Why Do Thais Buy So Much Gold? And What Do They Do With It?
Thai gold shop in Chinatown, Bangkok copyright Mark Fischer
On any visit to Thailand, you will notice quickly how much gold Thais have and how much of it they wear. Purchased by Thais, rich and poor, and worn as rings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants and even Buddhist amulets, gold in Thailand is so popular, you will not drive far in most towns without seeing a gold shop. But, why do Thais buy so much gold and what do they do with it?
Gold is a sign of wealth, being Buddhist (yep!) and for good luck.
Like westerners, Thais wear gold as a decorative item but also as a sign of wealth. The richer you are, the larger and more decorative the gold pieces and the more of them you own. Then, of course, if you are a devout Buddhist man and have money, you are also likely to wear a massive Buddhist amulet, on a gold chain and encased in gold. There is nothing like showing off your religion and your money both at the same time. Gold in Thailand is also seen as being something you should own if you want good luck, so it is often bought for birthdays, anniversaries and weddings
Gold in Thailand is an investment
The main reason Thais buy gold though is as an investmentt. In past decades, gold has rarely lost much value and, in fact, much of the time keeps increasing in price. For Thais who may be worried about losing family money then, they know if they buy gold they can always sell it if they happen across hard times. Many Thais too think putting money in the stock market, which is volatile, is far too risky, and thats yet one more reason why Thais invest in gold. It is simply seen as safer.
Thai gold too is better quality and value than western gold as most of it is 23K and 24K gold (almost pure gold) whereas, in the west, it is only 18K (meaning 25% of it is a base metal, and not actually gold). Thai jewelers also only charge a nominal fee for the craftsmanship of creating a beautiful piece of jewelry in gold. That means what you pay in Thailand for an intricately designed gold ring is often up to 40% cheaper than what you would pay in the west, and for superior quality gold too.
If you are looking to buy gold in Bangkok, the two best places are Chinatown (Yaworat) and its more than 140 gold shops, and at MBK mall, where you will also find a number of excellent gold shops.
Many of these gold shops are also completely open to the street, and most do not employ security guards. The reason? There is little robbery in Thailand like there is in many western countries, so store owners believe there is little chance of having their gold stolen.
https://tastythailand.com/why-do-thais-buy-so-much-gold-and-what-do-they-do-with-it/
Those willing to step out of there western mentality of thinking should review the points of this article and the ones I have been making since the special girl in my life showed me about gold and explained the meaning up iit in Thailand. I knew I was special to her when she bought me gold as a birthday present. I've done the same for her many times over. But it isn't about the money. It is about knowing the true value of the gift.
When in Thailand I already have and continue to do as the Thais do!
That is a understatement.
If you don't custody your gold in physical form, then you don't own it. If you don't own the metal itself then you are not truly providing any sort of diversification to your portfolio. Of course this is my opinion.
I understand why you would not want to do what you wrote
Oakie gave me vote of confidence confirming what I already knew but he witnessed it in action and wanted to add his 0.02 USD in a 0.67 THB world:
Here is what I do / did:
11/09/2023: Buy at 32700.
02/14/2025: Sell at 46750.
46750 - 32700 = 14,050/ Baht increase. Let's do a little trader math: +42.97% in 15 months. Now making that kind of return is not for everyone. So, please continue to do what it is you do what is best for YOUR portfolio. I simply providing an example of what is actually possible with Thai Gold.
I actually have not sold any of my gold and I have bought more. I just wanted to provide an example to everyone of the potential and show that opinions do not invalidate actual market results!
Since the OP admitted to being late to the Au game, he needs to put some work and learn. The industry sector of Gold mining stocks have been trailing behind the performance of the actual metal. IMO that is the best way to diversify your paper portfolio. Barrick Gold Corp F (GOLD) is a perfect example of this. Entered the trade at 17.13. Current price is an exercise left for the reader.
NOT FINANCIAL ADVICEBy late to the game I mean the end of 2023. And the fact I stayed in an ETF. I have enough diversification to go the distance. That's what really matters.
Below you will find a link to a very interesting podcast exploring the subject listed above. I found it very interesting because the podcast involve an interview with a gold dealer based in New York City, New York, United States of America.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/audio/2025-02-14/why-people-are-so-in-love-with-gold-odd-lots
I provide information about Thai Gold for those interested in it. I don't trade Thai Gold. I buy it as a store of value and to adorn myself with it. The only chains on me these days are made of GOLD. Thai Gold to be exact! That said, I gave the illustration of my personal experience with Thai Gold to provide an alternative view (with actual results) in contrast with those who talk theory and prefer paper assets.
If an ETF provides you with enough diversification that is great. I've got no use for ETF in my paper portion of my portfolio. Still have a few mutual funds left over from my assets accumulation days. But now I only buy individual stocks, physical and digital assets. I also make it a point to spend on ME. Since the last time I checked, I was the most important person in my life. No one is ever going to take care of me like me.
You can trade and make profits on your own. I do! Because I put the work in and developed a system that works for me. It has produced life improving money. 95% of traders lose money. I understand why. I'm one of those who are natural gifted. But I started by building a strong foundation first and entering the trading sphere slowly. I feel sorry for those who trade and lose money. I have several trading brothers that do not get it. They have lost ten of thousands of dollars in the same market I have made that and more. A man has to know his limitations.
So, choose to buy Thai Gold or choose not to. It really makes no difference to me what you do. I'm only focused on what I do and sharing it with others.
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ElSexoChino7
02-27-25, 19:50
What's up fellas, afters years of procrastinating to travel to Asia, I finally booked my first trip to Thailand. I am planning on staying around Sukhumvit area to be closer to the action and touristy areas.
Are most of the hotels in this area 'guest friendly'? I am planning on staying on a Marriott hotels or 4 or 5 star hotels. How easy it is to sneak in girls for this hotels? Can I just tell the girls to go straight to my room? Or they have to be registered at the front desk?
I would appreciate any tips from Vets and seniors. In return, I will be posting reports from my experience.
Also, any dentist that you recommend in Bangkok or Pattaya? I'm planning to do some dental work while I'm there.
Mr Enternational
02-28-25, 00:23
What's up fellas, afters years of procrastinating to travel to Asia, I finally booked my first trip to Thailand. I am planning on staying around Sukhumvit area to be closer to the action and touristy areas.
Are most of the hotels in this area 'guest friendly'? I am planning on staying on a Marriott hotels or 4 or 5 star hotels. How easy it is to sneak in girls for this hotels? Can I just tell the girls to go straight to my room? Or they have to be registered at the front desk?I do not know of a hotel in Thailand that is not guest friendly. A lot of hotels have key cards to access the elevator, so telling a chick to go straight to your room will not work out well. They need to be registered and in most cases leave their ID at the desk until they leave.
Also, any dentist that you recommend in Bangkok or Pattaya?In Pattaya I go to Dental Select. They stay busy ao you will need to make an appointment.
https://dental-select.com/
ElSexoChino7
03-01-25, 06:54
I do not know of a hotel in Thailand that is not guest friendly. A lot of hotels have key cards to access the elevator, so telling a chick to go straight to your room will not work out well. They need to be registered and in most cases leave their ID at the desk until they leave.
In Pattaya I go to Dental Select. They stay busy ao you will need to make an appointment.
https://dental-select.com/I appreciate you boss. Thank you.
From the streets of Pattaya: BUY: 46200 SELL 46300.
The Stock Market is a casino. 95% of all traders lose money. Fiat Currency is worthless. Au is real! Ag is real! Bitcoin is real! Real Estate is real!
Check out the pictures below:
VloneCarti
03-01-25, 18:54
I've been debating about whether I should make a trip to thailand or not. Whats holding me back though is a lot of the women don't seem to be thick / curvy and are just skinny / flat. I went to Sosua DR twice last year and the women were stupid thick. Are there any women built like that in Pattaya or Thailand in general? Let me know fellas.
From the streets of Pattaya: BUY: 46200 SELL 46300.
The Stock Market is a casino. 95% of all traders lose money. Fiat Currency is worthless. Au is real! Ag is real! Bitcoin is real! Real Estate is real!
Check out the pictures below:95% of traders that say they make money lose money. Invest in solid companies for the long haul and the stock market will be profitable for more than 95% of the people.
I've been debating about whether I should make a trip to thailand or not. Whats holding me back though is a lot of the women don't seem to be thick / curvy and are just skinny / flat. I went to Sosua DR twice last year and the women were stupid thick. Are there any women built like that in Pattaya or Thailand in general? Let me know fellas.Thai chicks have gotten fatter as culturally, the thick image has has taken over. Personally, I find a thick girls to be rather gross, but to each his own.
But if you're looking for thick as you find in the DR, it isn't going to happen. Thickness is more a genetic anomaly among Thais.
95% of traders that say they make money lose money. Invest in solid companies for the long haul and the stock market will be profitable for more than 95% of the people.Trouble is, most investors find that music too slow to dance to.
They want to up the tempo to try and beat the odds. After all, in an up market for stocks, real estate, gold, and cybercurrencies, every buyer is a winner. A "smart" investor, even a guru dispensing advice. LOL.
But what goes up, sometimes goes down, and nobody, including your "expert" Mamasan Broker can predict the the optimum time to sell or buy!.
Market reversals, sometimes described as a "Bloodbath", like todays news on Bitcoin, happen overnight!, but the Mamasan Brokers make money on your losses too, so they don't really give a fuck! And those Gurus who "predicted everything in the last 20 years", become road kill!. Nest, rinse and repeat!
It's the market's way of cleaning out the greedy and the pretenders. Statisticians have a term for it - "regression to the mean".
I should have added to my comment that, when your taxi driver and barber are buying it, it's time to sell. Sell, sell!
I should have added, "and your local ISG Guru!" LOL.
"Come writers and critics
Who prophesize with your pen
And keep your eyes wide
The chance won't come again
And don't speak too soon
For the wheel's still in spin
And there's no tellin' who
That it's namin'"- Robert Zimmerman
Interstella
03-02-25, 20:14
So, I get it, some of you gents have 100 percent instant ladyboy detection, and I applaud that. I would say I can tell 99 percent of the time.
I also hate how somehow these conversations devolve into some Freudian, "well you must be interested in fucking a ladyboy and that's why you can't tell the diffference. ".
I got some weird ass inside info from a Pro I met recently here on the ground, and I fact checked it online and it seems like a legit way to tell if you are dealing with a genetic woman or not. Women's forearms are genetically different than a man. Their "carrying angle is more extreme" at the elbow. So you can literally just grab their arm as a nice "Hello," gesture and feel if their elbow bends "backwards" more than yours can. It's a talent that I think needs practicing, but I believe that it can be done! If I try to stretch out my arm for example as hard as I can it won't go past a certain point. For a woman, it should more easily go past that poiint! This is genius, and I think its a method worth testing out more. So when you're saying Hello, just gently grab her arm at the elbow like a handshake gesture, but with one hand farther up on the elbow, it seems natural enough, and see if her elbow bends past a certain point, I actually watched him show me do it to a few women at the bar we were chilling at, and then showing me how on my arm the same thing didn't happen. Really nice guy too. Anyway, just info.
95% of traders that say they make money lose money. Invest in solid companies for the long haul and the stock market will be profitable for more than 95% of the people.And time is your best friend. I read a report where some brokerage firm did a study and they found that accounts held by dead people out preformed as they were not "trading" in and out day to day, etc.
And time is your best friend. I read a report where some brokerage firm did a study and they found that accounts held by dead people out preformed as they were not "trading" in and out day to day, etc.I like that!
That's a new one for me. The dead do have a lot of patience, and don't need to be selling to go on mongering trips, or be buying that "special lady" some nice things, or keeping their favorite mamasan bar in business. Or like me flying to NYC for long weekends and living like a millionaire.
The only guaranteed way to beat the Market is to be smart enough, and lucky enough, to have a stash of $billions so you can ride out the regular sell offs, and even pick up more at bargain bin prices, when the half-milers have to bail.
ADA
The crypto guys are probably holding their breath now.Huge move after POTUS announced that it will be included in a strategic crypto reserve.
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/02/trump-announces-strategic-crypto-reserve-including-bitcoin-solana-xrp-and-more.html
95% of traders that say they make money lose money. Invest in solid companies for the long haul and the stock market will be profitable for more than 95% of the people.Such a shame that I didn't own any of it. Or did I? Either way mother fucks that don't know shit, well they talk shit.
I get paid on almost every trade, in short, I got it madeTime for another trip to the Thai Gold store. I actually don't own any of it. I just look. Record the prices and then report them as IF I made a trade. It appears I have been found out.
ROTFLMAO!
Mr Enternational
03-03-25, 05:25
So you can literally just grab their arm as a nice "Hello," gesture and feel if their elbow bends "backwards" more than yours can.LOL. And while you are doing all of this you say that you are from France and this is how we say Hello,? You are probably better off just grabbing between their legs.
Traders are real teachers What is a real teacher? A real teacher is a person who has done what they are teaching you do. Like Flight Instructors, or Firearms Instructors.
Many people do not understand traders Money is made on the up and the down. Traders preserve capital as rule number one. Sometimes the best trade is not trade. I read posts from individuals who think they know investing. But they don't. Buy something (gold, real estate, profitable business, pieces of profitable business (stocks), crypto (hasn't been around that long) and hold it for 30 years. That is a trade. Chances are simply due to inflation price will go up. I shared a Thai Gold buy I made. Held it it for 15 months. Up 45% That is a trade. The only difference between my to examples and the last trade I made (55% in 23 days) is the length of time the asset was held.
How did I get my stack that I trade with today in the first place? Read a book by John Bogle (one of many of his and other classic books on investing like the Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham). Hat tip to Mr. Bogle. Followed his advice, bought into index mutual funds of various markets with the lowest fees.
And then what?
First Im gon stack my flow; And then what? Then Im gon stack some more. And then what? Close shop then I do my count. Hide the rest of my Yams in an offshore accountROTFLMAO!
I don't see anyone up in here giving out financial advice. Personally I am just sharing my experiences. Not sure what others writing on the subject are doing. Everyone needs to do what they need to do for the benefit of their own personal portfolio. I'm living large on my stack. Making play money trading and keeping my mind active to boot. Need to park my profits somewhere from the trade I mentioned in the second paragraph of this post. I see a trip to my favorite Thai Gold store in my very near future.
Patty cake, patty cake, microwave (microwave); Every time make a trade, goddamn I'm paid (ha-ha)
So, I get it, some of you gents have 100 percent instant ladyboy detection, and I applaud that. I would say I can tell 99 percent of the time.
I also hate how somehow these conversations devolve into some Freudian, "well you must be interested in fucking a ladyboy and that's why you can't tell the diffference. ".
I got some weird ass inside info from a Pro I met recently here on the ground, and I fact checked it online and it seems like a legit way to tell if you are dealing with a genetic woman or not. Women's forearms are genetically different than a man. Their "carrying angle is more extreme" at the elbow. So you can literally just grab their arm as a nice "Hello," gesture and feel if their elbow bends "backwards" more than yours can. It's a talent that I think needs practicing, but I believe that it can be done! If I try to stretch out my arm for example as hard as I can it won't go past a certain point. For a woman, it should more easily go past that poiint! This is genius, and I think its a method worth testing out more. So when you're saying Hello, just gently grab her arm at the elbow like a handshake gesture, but with one hand farther up on the elbow, it seems natural enough, and see if her elbow bends past a certain point, I actually watched him show me do it to a few women at the bar we were chilling at, and then showing me how on my arm the same thing didn't happen. Really nice guy too. Anyway, just info.If ya can't tell a ladyboy by sight, ya shouldn't be here.
I also hate how somehow these conversations devolve into some Freudian, "well you must be interested in fucking a ladyboy and that's why you can't tell the diffference. ".I personally don't care who another man fucks with his dick. As long as he is not trying to fuck me.
Your time! Your money! Your dick! Your call!
Interstella
03-04-25, 07:31
LOL. And while you are doing all of this you say that you are from France and this is how we say Hello,? You are probably better off just grabbing between their legs.I understand that I have offended you, and for good reason. I don't expect to come back from that with you, and I'm comfortable with that. Apologies often count for nothing.
That being said, this is just info, that I FACT CHECKED, as a POSSIBLE approach to a problem that I PERSONALLY had, not having expert level lady-boy radar.
I answered at great length, one of your questions on the "rants" forum as to your inquiry on the aquistion of various assets to the best of my knowledge as an "olive branch. ".
Thank you.
Explorer8939
03-04-25, 08:07
So, I get it, some of you gents have 100 percent instant ladyboy detection, and I applaud that. I would say I can tell 99 percent of the time.
I also hate how somehow these conversations devolve into some Freudian, "well you must be interested in fucking a ladyboy and that's why you can't tell the diffference. ".
I got some weird ass inside info from a Pro I met recently here on the ground, and I fact checked it online and it seems like a legit way to tell if you are dealing with a genetic woman or not. Women's forearms are genetically different than a man. Their "carrying angle is more extreme" at the elbow. So you can literally just grab their arm as a nice "Hello," gesture and feel if their elbow bends "backwards" more than yours can. It's a talent that I think needs practicing, but I believe that it can be done! If I try to stretch out my arm for example as hard as I can it won't go past a certain point. For a woman, it should more easily go past that poiint! This is genius, and I think its a method worth testing out more. So when you're saying Hello, just gently grab her arm at the elbow like a handshake gesture, but with one hand farther up on the elbow, it seems natural enough, and see if her elbow bends past a certain point, I actually watched him show me do it to a few women at the bar we were chilling at, and then showing me how on my arm the same thing didn't happen. Really nice guy too. Anyway, just info.Tell us you have never been to Pattaya without saying that you have never been to Pattaya.
Explorer8939
03-04-25, 08:45
ADA
Huge move after POTUS announced that it will be included in a strategic crypto reserve.
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/02/trump-announces-strategic-crypto-reserve-including-bitcoin-solana-xrp-and-more.html
Such a shame that I didn't own any of it. Or did I? Either way mother fucks that don't know shit, well they talk shit.
Time for another trip to the Thai Gold store. I actually don't own any of it. I just look. Record the prices and then report them as IF I made a trade. It appears I have been found out.It would be reasonable to conclude that Trump is intentionally crashing the US economy.
That would put the screws to a lot of guys in Pattaya.
I understand that I have offended you, and for good reason. I don't expect to come back from that with you, and I'm comfortable with that. Apologies often count for nothing.
That being said, this is just info, that I FACT CHECKED, as a POSSIBLE approach to a problem that I PERSONALLY had, not having expert level lady-boy radar.
I answered at great length, one of your questions on the "rants" forum as to your inquiry on the aquistion of various assets to the best of my knowledge as an "olive branch. ".
Thank you.It's just that grabbing someone's arm and checking their range of motion is hard to pass off as casual. Ladyboys are also more likely to be aggressive, so grabbing one by the arm might put you in an awkward situation.
Gold Futures Price has broke out and is running. Strong resistance at 2950 USD ounce. If price can break through likely to go to 2979 USD. Pull back likely then off to set new ATH 3000+. In theory, I should continue to accumulate Thai Gold spot as a store of value. But we are just talking theory right?
I have a good reason for not taking advice from International Tricks about anything other than International Trickin!
Ballin like Thai Gold Pro!
Interstella
03-05-25, 00:16
Gold Futures Price has broke out and is running. Strong resistance at 2950 USD ounce. If price can break through likely to go to 2979 USD. Pull back likely then off to set new ATH 3000+. In theory, I should continue to accumulate Thai Gold spot as a store of value. But we are just talking theory right?
I have a good reason for not taking advice from International Tricks about anything other than International Trickin!
Ballin like Thai Gold Pro!My man, if you don't see that a sharp rise in gold prices is maybe just a reason to take a short pause and think about investment strategies. I dunno, I'm not sure if you've heard of the term "bubble," before. If you make some money great, I was just merely advising that buying gold now might be a buy high, sell low situation, given the current state of Russia being in a bad economic position, and it is a well known fact that they sit an an untold amount of gold that they could dump on the market at any time, especially considering their current economic condition. Like, why can't I just off information without you acting like what I'm saying is completely false. It's nuts man. I am merely saying proceed with caution with gold at the current moment. If you make some money, that's awesome, that's great for you. If you want to buy gold at historic highs, go for it.
Interstella
03-05-25, 00:20
It's just that grabbing someone's arm and checking their range of motion is hard to pass off as casual. Ladyboys are also more likely to be aggressive, so grabbing one by the arm might put you in an awkward situation.Okay, I'm starting to see how you ninnies work. Listen, have you never seen a President or something shake another mans hand, where you gently with you other hand plance it around the elbow area of the person you are greeting? That is what I am saying, and it was merely a SUGGESTION shown to me, right in front of my very eyes, that works, and that I fact checked. Like I feel like I could suggest anything and this team of nags would be like "nah the air quality in Bangkok is amazing, you just don't know anything. ".
ElSexoChino7
03-05-25, 04:11
I am coming from US and will be arriving in Bangkok on a weekday afternoon.
What's the wait looks like for customs?
Okay, I'm starting to see how you ninnies work. Listen, have you never seen a President or something shake another mans hand, where you gently with you other hand plance it around the elbow area of the person you are greeting? That is what I am saying, and it was merely a SUGGESTION shown to me, right in front of my very eyes, that works, and that I fact checked. Like I feel like I could suggest anything and this team of nags would be like "nah the air quality in Bangkok is amazing, you just don't know anything. ".I do the same frequently when greeting my Colombian friends and then pull in to either bump shoulders (male), or do the air kiss (female). However, unless they are at least 9' tall, their arm is bent at a 90° angle. Straightening their arm out would require raising their hand to shoulder level and taking a step back. It's just not a move you can casually do with a stranger.
And once again, ladyboys tend to be more aggressive about touching guys. Walking up to one, grabbing their arm and hand, is likely to put you in an awkward situation, even more awkward than the attempt to casually run them through some yoga poses.
All us "ninnies" are doing is trying to point out the obvious flaws to keep you from fucking up. If criticism, or realism, causes you to meltdown, you're in the wrong place.
I am coming from US and will be arriving in Bangkok on a weekday afternoon.
What's the wait looks like for customs?I arrived just over a month ago, customs a breeze, no wait at all, if you need local currency I would recommend using the ATMs rather than exchange booths, if you need a local sim, get something that lasts a few weeks, enough time to make it to EmQuartier. The lines for bus tickets to Pattaya / Hua Hin were long, if you're traveling that direction maybe try and get a ticket online before your trip.
I am coming from US and will be arriving in Bangkok on a weekday afternoon.
What's the wait looks like for customs?10 minutes.
T.T. Currency Exchange remains the location I recommend to my friends who are visiting. One is located on the basement floor of Central Mall. Other location can be found in Google Maps.
Mr Enternational
03-05-25, 18:42
I am coming from US and will be arriving in Bangkok on a weekday afternoon.
What's the wait looks like for customs?It depends on how many Chinese people are ahead of you. Everything that immigration asks them, they have to put into google translate, just to soon be asked to step aside.
Yet again I find myself explaining Thai Gold to mother fuck from the DisUnited States of America where POTUS is making it great for certain people again! If you don't understand Thai Gold don't speak on it. It really that simple.
The post you quote was dealing with a Elliot Wave analysis of the gold chart futures. Actually represents an excellent trading opportunity. Futures Trading must not be in your wheel house. When you are in the batters box and the count is not 3 balls 2 strikes You should take a fastball that not in your power zone. This applies to all post that I put up about Gold Futures or buying Thai Gold spot.
Main idea that gold is going to lose value is based in an assumption that governments around the world are suddenly going to stop printing their fiat currency (devaluing it in the process). You are assuming that around the world inflation will end. Two assumptions I don't buy into.
Russia is going to dump their gold onto the market and crash it Are you serious my ISG Brother? A central bank is going to trade a commodity that held value in the human race for over 5000+ years for what? More paper that they can print themselves? No, they might trade it for commodities (like oil) that they can trade. But why would they do that. They can print as much currency as they need and use it to purchase USD and then buy their gold with it.
If I am buying gold as a store of value and to adorn myself with it to show that the only chains on me these days are gold chains, my primary drive for making my purchases is not price appreciation.
You use the local currency to purchase things of value. Not a lot of bar girls or street hookers are setup to accept crypto or gold.Another statement that shows how poorly many individual who are just visitors understand Thai Culture.
Explanation of Purpose Gold Serves in Thailand
During my last trip to a Thai Gold store I observed the following:
Massage girl came into the store and sold a small ring. The massage girl handed the lady working in the gold store the ring and said she wanted to sell. The lady working in the gold store weighed it and got cash (The local currency in Thailand is Thai Baht. THB). Cash was paid on the spot. The entire transaction occurred in less than 5 minutes. And there was 6 gold shops within walking distance of the one I was in. Here the lesson ends for the day. But I will continue to teach the lesson over and over again until those who currently do not understand gain enlightenment.
Right now 3. 8 grams of Thai Gold gets you 12300 - 12500 THB if you were sell it. You can buy gold bars that are packaged and have the weight stamped on them. I am waiting for a post from a International Trick in here where they tell us they offered a Thai girl Thai Gold and they refused and asked for THB instead.
If you actually come to Pattaya, I'll take anyone who asks to a gold store so you can have a IRL experience. It may help you understand better. The core of many posts about Thai Gold that I read, goes to my main point that individuals drag their western ideas half way around the world and try to apply them to Thailand. It does not serve them well.
Once upon a time, all of us was in chains
Homie still doubled down callin' us some slaves
Atlanta was the Mecca, buildin' railroads and trains
Bear with me for a second, let me put y'all on game
The settlers was usin' townfolk to make 'em richer
Fast-forward, 2024, you got the same agenda!
They not like us! They not like us! They not like us!
Explorer8939
03-07-25, 03:36
My opinion is that if there is a US recession, the price of gold will drop.
In a severe recession, cash is king. And by cash, I mean the US dollar. I try to keep enough cash to survive a year or two if all my income ceases.
In the next recession in the DisUnited States of America we will witness the GDP growth stall and inflation continue upwards due to the increased costs of the inputs used to produce consumer goods being passed on to the consumer in the DisUnited States of America.
I would rather hold Thai Gold as a reserve than fiat currency.
But the absolute best thing to hold will be a property that is not in my name where I can live and raise food in Thailand. I'll sell ALL of my Thai Gold to make that happen.
ROTFLMAO!
Explorer8939
03-11-25, 00:28
Inflation isn't the problem right now. The problem is the US economy tanking, and it's due to total incompetence by decision makers in the USA. Unless they want a recession, in which case, they are brilliant.
If this continues, it's going to be a quiet summer in Pattaya.
Au: Price breaks 3000.00 USD for the first time.
https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2928016/association-anticipates-gold-price-hitting-3-000-in-q1
Read it and weep. ROTFLMAO!.
Ballin Like a Thai Gold Pro!
Inflation isn't the problem right now. The problem is the US economy tanking, and it's due to total incompetence by decision makers in the USA. Unless they want a recession, in which case, they are brilliant.
If this continues, it's going to be a quiet summer in Pattaya.
95% of traders that say they make money lose money.Can you back up your statement with any empirical evidence?
My man, if you don't see that a sharp rise in gold prices is maybe just a reason to take a short pause and think about investment strategies. I dunno, I'm not sure if you've heard of the term "bubble," before. If you make some money great, I was just merely advising that buying gold now might be a buy high, sell low situation, given the current state of Russia being in a bad economic position, and it is a well known fact that they sit an an untold amount of gold that they could dump on the market at any time, especially considering their current economic condition. Like, why can't I just off information without you acting like what I'm saying is completely false.How is this financial advice from a International Trick working out? Simply another reason why I don't take advice from International Tricks and one country SexPats.
Yes gold had a nice week.Gold had a good week eh?
Is that an acknowledgment of what I have been saying or what?
I'm the ONLY one that has been posting any credible information on Thai Gold. If you want to talk Au I am up for it, but bring some facts. We got enough lame ass opinions by those who don't live in Thailand plus some who have not even set foot in Thailand.
Check out this analysis of the Au futures chart using Ellot Wave:
https://youtu.be/jKNBjWESS9w?si=Bflgu_rE0XUSTfuo
Note the movement into the blue target area and just because price has moved into this area does not mean we have a retrace on the immediate horizon.
I am merely saying proceed with caution with gold at the current moment. If you make some money, that's awesome, that's great for you. If you want to buy gold at historic highs, go for it.Thank you for giving me you permission. Do you think I actually need it? ROTFLMAO! Where did this guy go anyway? Was I real or just a fake profile from one of the usual suspects?
Another one bites the dust!
For those wanting to learn more about investing in gold, please use this forum's excellent search option for gold discussion by T. Conor (the forum expert on gold) and Oakie*. Thai Gold is not an investment. It is a place to store value. That is how Thais use it here in Thailand. I have only spoken about Thai Gold. Thai Gold is not the same as the world gold market. People who don't live here simply don't understand this. So don't get it twisted the next time you want to step to me with a counter argument against Au. I'm not buying Au. I am buying Thai Gold.
Ballin like Thai Gold Pro!
Explorer8939
03-18-25, 00:32
In the beginning stages of a recession, there is often a "flight to quality" assets, such as gold. *If* the recession drags on, even quality assets decline in value.
I'm far from certain a recession is coming. The underlying economy seems strong, but the uncertainty from Washington is creating chaos.
In the beginning stages of a recession, there is often a "flight to quality" assets, such as gold. *If* the recession drags on, even quality assets decline in value.
I'm far from certain a recession is coming. The underlying economy seems strong, but the uncertainty from Washington is creating chaos.These are not normal times. Not bad times, just not normal. The world economy got screwed over by covid shutdowns and then got a sugar high from all the money printed to keep the world leaders from looking bad. You are starting to see things return to a more normal world economy. It will take a few months, but things will bounce back. The GDP numbers will look bad for a couple of quarters as all that money works it way out of the system. You could also compare it to a hangover. You are right, the economy basics are still good, except in China, they are screwed.
I am coming from US and will be arriving in Bangkok on a weekday afternoon.
What's the wait looks like for customs?Not too long, unless you use the fast track. Yes, the fast track takes longer than the normal queue. I am allowed to use the fast track but will do so never again after being screwed twice already.
HorseTrader
03-18-25, 08:35
Not too long, unless you use the fast track. Yes, the fast track takes longer than the normal queue. I am allowed to use the fast track but will do so never again after being screwed twice already.At the start of the zig-zags to immigration, an airport representative will be stationed. If you are older than a certain age, you can talk to them about the special queue for old people. That has saved me a good amount of time. Perhaps someone else will post that age threshold, I think it is around 65 years.
Houston Player
03-18-25, 08:45
At the start of the zig-zags to immigration, an airport representative will be stationed. If you are older than a certain age, you can talk to them about the special queue for old people. That has saved me a good amount of time. Perhaps someone else will post that age threshold, I think it is around 65 years.The age to use Fast Track is 70.
HorseTrader
03-18-25, 09:24
The age to use Fast Track is 70.I didn't realize that XXL and I were writing about the same thing, it has worked well for me. I've used that queue about 3 times and never had to wait more than 2 or 3 minutes before I was talking to an immigration agent.
The age to use Fast Track is 70.I am allowed to use the fast track as per my visa, and it has made me waste time twice in a row. People on wheel chairs and people with infants take ages to get processed by immigration at the "fast" track. Last time by the time I got through my luggage was already on "last luggage" on the carrousel.
Houston Player
03-18-25, 10:40
I didn't realize that XXL and I were writing about the same thing, it has worked well for me. I've used that queue about 3 times and never had to wait more than 2 or 3 minutes before I was talking to an immigration agent.There are 2 fast track entrances that I know of and there could be more. The one you referenced which is to the right at the entrance to immigration past where Thais can enter using self service machines. The other is a seperate entrance to the left of the main immigration entrance which is only available to fast track customers and has multiple lines. There may be one to the right before the main entrance also close to visa on arrival entrance but I don't remember.
HorseTrader
03-18-25, 11:17
There are 2 fast track entrances that I know of and there could be more. The one you referenced which is to the right at the entrance to immigration past where Thais can enter using self service machines. The other is a seperate entrance to the left of the main immigration entrance which is only available to fast track customers and has multiple lines. There may be one to the right before the main entrance also close to visa on arrival entrance but I don't remember.In February and in November I used the first one that you mentioned. Prior to that I used a different entrance. All were good experiences, but I cannot explain where they are. When I land at BKK International I never fully understand where I am. I just follow the signs and take the hike.
Years ago I didn't qualify for any specialized immigration queue. There were 1 or 2 times I had to wait an hour or more to get through immigration.
Explorer8939
03-19-25, 02:25
These are not normal times. Not bad times, just not normal. The world economy got screwed over by covid shutdowns and then got a sugar high from all the money printed to keep the world leaders from looking bad. You are starting to see things return to a more normal world economy. It will take a few months, but things will bounce back. The GDP numbers will look bad for a couple of quarters as all that money works it way out of the system. You could also compare it to a hangover. You are right, the economy basics are still good, except in China, they are screwed.A recession mentality seems to be controlling Wall Street now.
EverythingThai
03-22-25, 16:19
At the start of the zig-zags to immigration, an airport representative will be stationed. If you are older than a certain age, you can talk to them about the special queue for old people. That has saved me a good amount of time. Perhaps someone else will post that age threshold, I think it is around 65 years.So here are the full details: Yes, there is a fast lane for seniors at Suvarnabhumi Airport, but it's not officially published and not guaranteed.
Here's how it works, simply:
• If you're 70 years old or above, immigration officers will usually let you use the priority / fast-track lane.
• Sometimes even 60+ can get through if you ask nicely.
• You don't need to book anything — just ask airport staff or immigration officers if there's a senior fast lane.
• If you look visibly older or walk slowly, they often just wave you into the fast lane.
• If you request a wheelchair, you'll automatically go through the fast track.
So: no official sign, but yes, seniors can usually get fast-tracked just by asking.
Newton York
03-22-25, 20:26
So here are the full details: Yes, there is a fast lane for seniors at Suvarnabhumi Airport, but it's not officially published and not guaranteed.
Here's how it works, simply:
If you're 70 years old or above, immigration officers will usually let you use the priority / fast-track lane.
Sometimes even 60+ can get through if you ask nicely.
You don't need to book anything just ask airport staff or immigration officers if there's a senior fast lane.
If you look visibly older or walk slowly, they often just wave you into the fast lane.
If you request a wheelchair, you'll automatically go through the fast track.
So: no official sign, but yes, seniors can usually get fast-tracked just by asking.I gotta try this next time, cause I'm definitely visibly an old man. It's time to get the old walking stick out of the garage!
Hey all had a quick few questions for a thailand trip for me and wife third week of April. I've done research a bit but wife is insisting I ask a few questions here as it's always worked out well to do this in the past. For this trip we wanted to do one of the walking street areas for ladies and to party, and wanted to see some beautiful beaches. For starters we were wondering where we would stay to be able to get to both. So a recommendation on a girl friendly niceish hotel (wife wants hotel fo be at least good) so we can do both. Second any recommendations for a couple in terms of getting a girl, walking street or just calling one in to hotel. We certainly would prefer getting a girl to our room versus doing something at a bar or club. Any other recommendations for must see beach etc would be awesome. We are not new to mongering and have been all over latin America for that. Wife is Venezuelan so getting ladies in Dominican or Costa Rica etc was easy. Hopefully thailand will be also. Any help would be awesome!
Newton York
03-25-25, 01:59
Hey all had a quick few questions for a thailand trip for me and wife third week of April. I've done research a bit but wife is insisting I ask a few questions here as it's always worked out well to do this in the past. For this trip we wanted to do one of the walking street areas for ladies and to party, and wanted to see some beautiful beaches. For starters we were wondering where we would stay to be able to get to both. So a recommendation on a girl friendly niceish hotel (wife wants hotel fo be at least good) so we can do both. Second any recommendations for a couple in terms of getting a girl, walking street or just calling one in to hotel. We certainly would prefer getting a girl to our room versus doing something at a bar or club. Any other recommendations for must see beach etc would be awesome. We are not new to mongering and have been all over latin America for that. Wife is Venezuelan so getting ladies in Dominican or Costa Rica etc was easy. Hopefully thailand will be also. Any help would be awesome!Beautiful beach? Phuket! You'll get beaches in Pattaya but they're all brown and gross. Crystal clear waters in Phuket baby! Also way more beaches to choose from in Pattaya.
Explorer8939
03-25-25, 02:00
Hey all had a quick few questions for a thailand trip for me and wife third week of April. I've done research a bit but wife is insisting I ask a few questions here as it's always worked out well to do this in the past. For this trip we wanted to do one of the walking street areas for ladies and to party, and wanted to see some beautiful beaches. For starters we were wondering where we would stay to be able to get to both. So a recommendation on a girl friendly niceish hotel (wife wants hotel fo be at least good) so we can do both. Second any recommendations for a couple in terms of getting a girl, walking street or just calling one in to hotel. We certainly would prefer getting a girl to our room versus doing something at a bar or club. Any other recommendations for must see beach etc would be awesome. We are not new to mongering and have been all over latin America for that. Wife is Venezuelan so getting ladies in Dominican or Costa Rica etc was easy. Hopefully thailand will be also. Any help would be awesome!You are describing the classic couples visit to Patong, Phuket.
So here are the full details: Yes, there is a fast lane for seniors at Suvarnabhumi Airport, but it's not officially published and not guaranteed.
Here's how it works, simply:
If you're 70 years old or above, immigration officers will usually let you use the priority / fast-track lane.
Sometimes even 60+ can get through if you ask nicely.
You don't need to book anything just ask airport staff or immigration officers if there's a senior fast lane.
If you look visibly older or walk slowly, they often just wave you into the fast lane.
If you request a wheelchair, you'll automatically go through the fast track.
So: no official sign, but yes, seniors can usually get fast-tracked just by asking.How many times have you used the Fast Track yourself LOL.
How many times have you used the Fast Track yourself LOL.Have you used it Nyezhov? If so, does it work as EveryThing Thai has laid out? In other words can you give us additional factual information about the Fast Track from your personal experience?
So here are the full details: Yes, there is a fast lane for seniors at Suvarnabhumi Airport, but it's not officially published and not guaranteed.
Here's how it works, simply:
If you're 70 years old or above, immigration officers will usually let you use the priority / fast-track lane.
Sometimes even 60+ can get through if you ask nicely.
You don't need to book anything just ask airport staff or immigration officers if there's a senior fast lane.
If you look visibly older or walk slowly, they often just wave you into the fast lane.
If you request a wheelchair, you'll automatically go through the fast track.
So: no official sign, but yes, seniors can usually get fast-tracked just by asking.Does your 25 year old wife or girlfriend get to Fast-Track through too? If not, then you're still not getting out of that airport any sooner than she will.
Does your 25 year old wife or girlfriend get to Fast-Track through too? If not, then you're still not getting out of that airport any sooner than she will.Try a cane, pained look, and a Thai girl helping you LOL. I did that at DMK.
Mr Enternational
03-27-25, 18:01
Does your 25 year old wife or girlfriend get to Fast-Track through too? If not, then you're still not getting out of that airport any sooner than she will.Of course you go to the same line if you are together. Last time I went through the Thai line with mine and there was only 1 person ahead of us. We went to the counter together. They processed her then they processed me. It was a couples' trip so my boy did likewise with his girl.
Try a cane, pained look, and a Thai girl helping you LOL. I did that at DMK.I can usually easily manage the pained look part of it after traveling with a Thai girl. But now I have to pack a telescopic cane? Maybe I'll buy her a nurse's uniform. Every few minutes saved in those later years matters. LOL.
SirWilliam4
03-27-25, 20:01
So here are the full details: Yes, there is a fast lane for seniors at Suvarnabhumi Airport, but it's not officially published and not guaranteed.
Here's how it works, simply:
If you're 70 years old or above, immigration officers will usually let you use the priority / fast-track lane.
Sometimes even 60+ can get through if you ask nicely.
You don't need to book anything just ask airport staff or immigration officers if there's a senior fast lane.
If you look visibly older or walk slowly, they often just wave you into the fast lane.
If you request a wheelchair, you'll automatically go through the fast track.
So: no official sign, but yes, seniors can usually get fast-tracked just by asking.I've used this fast track at least a dozen times. Works like a charm. No questions at all.
SW.
I've used this fast track at least a dozen times. Works like a charm. No questions at all.
SW.Yeah it's not like it's ever been a big secret, considering there's a sign up that says Fast Track with details.
Explorer8939
03-29-25, 02:12
The US stock market is diving again. If the DOW goes below 40,000, we are hosed, and Pattaya will get very quiet.
Newton York
03-29-25, 17:33
Listen to this random guy on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KrNDJ-l8aUw.
Everybody's retirement, savings and 401 k's tanking is good thing! Just make sure you somehow have enough dry powder to buy in during this crash, and recession. I'm outta cash and planning my future food intake to be around cans of tuna. But if a market crash helps people, then who am I to argue? I give up on NVDA *sigh* FML
LittleBigMan
03-30-25, 12:34
To each his own to stay in market!
I've been using the 70 line years before I even turn 70! Today it is far right if you don't meet the age requirement then take some acting class or use your imagination. Years back when I realized I wasn't being called handsome man just papa I figure better take advantage of it. I developed a mean back and hip problem along with signs of Parkinson's. When traveling my brother accompany me majority of time my excuse I don't like to use wheelchair since sitting long priors makes my back and hip worse. I mainly use Eva, my seat selection is usually 52, priority boarding is last means your overhead space might be gone. I play it up as First is boarding never fails with the wheelchairs group.
You use this method you have to act till the end, returning a number of times got the golf cart hitch a ride since Eva always seem like miles away. Maybe cause I look That never been stop at immigration Eva even tag all my bags Priority so it comes out with the first class.
Just as COVID was near over Eva hadn't started up service I use Philippines Airline never again one segment they didn't have a gate had to get to plan on a bus, I was hip hopping that a young lady took the time to take my handcarry to the bus as I navigated the stairs.
I use it so much it is a habit I want to cross beach road or second I cross with the bad hip talking to myself the world seem to stop for papa.
The Indians and Chinese are definitely not impacted by the stock market, but they account for very little of the bargirl business.Uncertain as to why you are focused on the Stock Market. Investing in the Stock Market give you assets. The idea is for them to increase in value. But if you want to realize your gains you have to sell therefore creating a taxable event. This is pretty basic stuff.
People live on cash flow not assets. So even if you own a bunch of dividend paying stocks even if the prices to down it does not really affect your cash flow unless the companies you own cut dividends.
What counts for us is the bargirl customer base. Too many customers and prices go up. Too few, and the bargirls go home.I don't believe that is true. Bars do not lower the amounts punters must pay for Bar Fines in low season. The reasons Bar girls leave are many. They are on contracts. They often return home for a moment in between contracts. It is not ALWAYS because they find a sponsor as I have read posted in other threads. Sometimes they return home to take care of family members. That happened to a favorite bar girl of mine that worked on Soi 6 and would visit me after hours. She would spend 2 - 3 hours demanding that I give her multiple orgasams. Just had her a couple of days ago. She came back for a customer and hit me up since she was in town. We rekindled our love. Mine for her pussy and mouth. Hers for my YOU ALL KNOW WHAT and the few Baht that I give her.
The decrease in the Stock Market is having ZERO effect on my overall cash flow and only a little affect on my overall NET WORTH. As I have long ago pulled my original investment out plus enough profits to purchase gold and a new motorbike. I'm playing with house money.
Soon, I will be able to ask: Shorty wanna ride wit me?
Explorer8939
04-04-25, 07:50
Hopefully, the current stock market downturn is a blip, and things will get back to normal soon.
If not, Pattaya will get very quiet this summer.
Not even our SubCmdr is talking about his stock market winnings lately. And I shudder to think of the day traders in Pattaya.
Not even our SubCmdr is talking about his stock market winnings lately.At the risk of repeating myself endlessly, I find that when I am living rent free in the minds of others it is more like an obsession for them, but pretty much irrelevant to me. Until I see my name constantly been referred to in the posts of others. Often in a not flattering manner.
This is why you have not heard about my stock market winnings:
Money is not a problem for me and my crew. We have multiple income sources. The stock market going down is an unfortunate but cyclical action over time. Unless your are funding you day to day expenses using dividends paying stocks, those dividends being cut is the only way the current decline in the economy of the DisUnited States of America can effect ANY individual holding stocks. The real effect is purely psychological. It is call the WEALTH effect. You see you have less wealth so you feel like you need to spend less money. Personally I have never let the up and downs of the stock market affect my day to day expenses. Me and my crew have lost some money. But we all have war chests of cash in reserve and are currently hunting for bargains.
The members of my crew who followed my lead and took profits in December of 2024 and January of 2025 are sitting pretty like me. I just looked at some reports about my portfolio and the numbers are EYE POPPING!
I remember reading a post from someone was trying to clown me over my trading results. They said they made over four hundred percent on their stock portfolio. I wonder if they also use Jedi Mind Tricks and Vulcan Mind Melds on Bar Girls as part of their investment strategy in order to get investment ideas. I hear investing in Face Sitting Technology (FST) was better than AI. Hope they took profits. ROTFLMAO!.
Newton York
04-05-25, 08:05
Hopefully, the current stock market downturn is a blip, and things will get back to normal soon.
If not, Pattaya will get very quiet this summer.
Not even our SubCmdr is talking about his stock market winnings lately. And I shudder to think of the day traders in Pattaya.I got a feeling this is more than a blip. Even with the covid crash, the market recovered within 2 months to all time highs. This time around, I think we're in it for the long haul, with the added bonus of a multi-year long recession to boot. There goes my brokerage account. I'm so deep in the red, I might as well join the Pattaya Flying Club, but I can't afford to fly to Thailand! Ha! Christ on a stick, my life sucks.
But why would Pattaya get quiet because of a protracted stock market crash? Most farang expat types live off of sources of income that's not entirely stock market based as far as I know, at least that's what they brag about. Some fucking bar they own with their Thai chick. Some piece of real estate they have back in their home country. Or dividends from their REITS. *sigh* You guys living the good life in Thailand, you got no clue how lucky you are. You're blessed, and not by some shitty god either. By Lucifer Himself. Blessed Be His Kind Presence, and pray that he'll take my soul in exchange for riches. Riches baby!
I have an ingrown pube about an inch above my dick. Of course it had to happen right around when I am flying to Thailand. Fuck my life.
The scab fell off recently. It does not look nice. I was thinking of slapping a waterproof bandaid on it before heading for massages / bars.
Is the bandaid going to scare the chicks? I can already imagine the worried looks on their faces wondering what kind of disease I am carrying.
Any suggestions for what to do?
How about preemptively informing the lady before massage / barfining? It will be an odd conversation and many might refuse but it could avoid no / subpar service later.
Oh and again, fuck my life.
Anyone checked the price of Thai Gold lately? Sell: 51150 Lost my shirt? Only because it's the Songkran Festival.
ROFLMAO!
Explorer8939
04-12-25, 02:11
I got a feeling this is more than a blip. Even with the covid crash, the market recovered within 2 months to all time highs. This time around, I think we're in it for the long haul, with the added bonus of a multi-year long recession to boot. There goes my brokerage account. I'm so deep in the red, I might as well join the Pattaya Flying Club, but I can't afford to fly to Thailand! Ha! Christ on a stick, my life sucks.
But why would Pattaya get quiet because of a protracted stock market crash? Most farang expat types live off of sources of income that's not entirely stock market based as far as I know, at least that's what they brag about. Some fucking bar they own with their Thai chick. Some piece of real estate they have back in their home country. Or dividends from their REITS. *sigh* You guys living the good life in Thailand, you got no clue how lucky you are. You're blessed, and not by some shitty god either. By Lucifer Himself. Blessed Be His Kind Presence, and pray that he'll take my soul in exchange for riches. Riches baby!Farang expats are a tiny percent of the ladies' book of business. Most expats have a live in Thai lady, so they don't spend a lot of money at bars. Those that do live in the Darkside, or away from central Pattaya.
Expats can live off Social Security, so the downturn won't affect them that much.
But the Farang tourists disappear during recessions. That leaves the ladies with East and South Asian customers.
Mongering with an ingrown pubic hair
I have an ingrown pube about an inch above my dick. Of course it had to happen right around when I am flying to Thailand. Fuck my life.
The scab fell off recently. It does not look nice. I was thinking of slapping a waterproof bandaid on it before heading for massages / bars.
Is the bandaid going to scare the chicks? I can already imagine the worried looks on their faces wondering what kind of disease I am carrying.
Any suggestions for what to do?
How about preemptively informing the lady before massage / barfining? It will be an odd conversation and many might refuse but it could avoid no / subpar service later.
Oh and again, fuck my life.If the scab has fallen off and what remains is a red spot or something like that on the surface of your skin, go to the make-up section of a drug store and buy a "Concealer". It is a liquid make-up that usually comes in a lipstick type of container and is applied with a brush attached to the inside of the cap. Buy one that roughly matches the color of your skin in the area of the blemish. Or you might want to go slightly lighter than that if the combination of "red spot" and the color of the Concealer you choose will likely blend to arrive at roughly the same color as the skin in that area.
They are cheap so buy a couple of different shades and experiment at home.
Apply one tiny dab on the spot, tap it with your finger tip to blend it in with the surrounding area and it might completely disappear to anything but a very close and purposeful inspection in a well-lighted room.
This is the make-up the ladies use to make their naturally splotchy and irregular facial skin color look smooth and even. They are sometimes covering / hiding or "Concealing" major blemishes that we have no idea are there until it is all washed off and the lights fully back on.
The stick / bottles are small and skinny enough to keep in your pocket to reapply another dab as needed in the bathroom before a session begins.
It is not water-proof so you might want to wave off the invitation to shower with the lady before the bed games begin. Unless the lighting is very low in that bathroom.
I used to get the occasional ingrown hair above my penis too. That was back when I tried to leave the hair in that area somewhat short and only fully shaved everything below that area, immediately around the base of my dick and all of my scrotum area. But in the past couple of years I have gone ahead and shaved all of that area above my dick, using an electric razor to do it.
Since I have gone fully shaved and smooth above, below and all around I have not experienced any ingrown hairs or small, isolated rash from pokey short hairs anywhere in the area.
However, the kind of hair we grow, curly vs straighter, thick vs thin and so on works against one solution fitting all cases.
Try the Concealer make-up solution and see if that works for you until it heals enough for any remaining red spot to disappear on its own.
NicFrenchy
04-12-25, 04:16
Any suggestions for what to do?No girl will care about your Band-aid. As long as you pay, are clean, they'll be fine.
They may ask you just by curiosity. Maybe have a text in Thai explaining "In-growth hair". But they won't care.
Newton York
04-12-25, 05:23
I have an ingrown pube about an inch above my dick. Of course it had to happen right around when I am flying to Thailand. Fuck my life.
The scab fell off recently. It does not look nice. I was thinking of slapping a waterproof bandaid on it before heading for massages / bars.
Is the bandaid going to scare the chicks? I can already imagine the worried looks on their faces wondering what kind of disease I am carrying.
Any suggestions for what to do?
How about preemptively informing the lady before massage / barfining? It will be an odd conversation and many might refuse but it could avoid no / subpar service later.
Oh and again, fuck my life.They're not going to understand what that is though, even if you try to explain it to them, they'll just think you're lying. Just try to get into a situation where you can turn off the lights completely.
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