@pr3d4t0r
Mexican expat in the USA
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Mexican
Lives in San Francisco, California
Registration: 21 April 2023
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Looking for Bagels by nfalcon173
Anyone know a store / bakery / other in the Pattaya / Jomtien/ Sattahip area where I can buy bagels and bonus maybe english muffins?
A little late, just saw this.I bought decent bagels at the Best Supermarket across the street from Terminal 21. Get there early. Good place to get the cream cheese and lox too.You didn't ask but... fantastic croissants at the Zürich Bakery, ... Read More
Long term stay questions by myajenni
Hi, I'm planning to move to thailand long term in 1 to 2 years. How do you handle long term stay if you dont qualify for a retirement visa yet? Also, I plan to buy a condo in Thailand. Whats the best/safest way to do so? For banking, is it easy to ...
Hi, I'm planning to move to thailand long term in 1 to 2 years. How do you handle long term stay if you dont qualify for a retirement visa yet? Also, I plan to buy a condo in Thailand. Whats the best/safest way to do so? For banking, is it easy ... Read More
Exhibition by Ozonekatae
If we organize a Hello Kitty exhibition in Thailand, Expat groups living in Thailand Will attend the event or not?
It'll depend on a number of factors:How's the exhibition new or what makes it interesting vs anything Sanrio puts out?Is this a vendors/licensing exhibit, or is it intended as a museum-like/educational exhibit?There are permanent exhibits in many ... Read More
Customs and dealing with a box of personal items shipped to Pattaya by pr3d4t0r
I'm going to ship a few things I couldn't find in Pattaya/Thailand (e.g. Maseca and a tortilla press), or that when I found them were of bad quality (e.g. coffee press, supplements), or personal stuff (e.g. kid's Lego sets already opened and in ...
UPDATE: Everything made it across fine. Shipped USPS. Nobody bothered to open the boxes, went by the customs manifest. Boxes are here.One food item was in question, and we were advised by USPS and UPS to not put it in the box: Maseca, for ... Read More
Customs and dealing with a box of personal items shipped to Pattaya by pr3d4t0r
I'm going to ship a few things I couldn't find in Pattaya/Thailand (e.g. Maseca and a tortilla press), or that when I found them were of bad quality (e.g. coffee press, supplements), or personal stuff (e.g. kid's Lego sets already opened and in ...
I have never heard of duties being paid at any local post office. That would of course be great. But,as you know, this is Thailand. Nothing is easy.Heh - thanks. Easy would be boring!I'm told that I'll get a slip in the mail ... Read More
Customs and dealing with a box of personal items shipped to Pattaya by pr3d4t0r
I'm going to ship a few things I couldn't find in Pattaya/Thailand (e.g. Maseca and a tortilla press), or that when I found them were of bad quality (e.g. coffee press, supplements), or personal stuff (e.g. kid's Lego sets already opened and in ...
I have never heard of duties being paid at any local post office. That would of course be great. But,as you know, this is Thailand. Nothing is easy.Heh - thanks. Easy would be boring!I'm told that I'll get a slip in the mail in case the box or ... Read More
Customs and dealing with a box of personal items shipped to Pattaya
I'm going to ship a few things I couldn't find in Pattaya/Thailand (e.g. Maseca and a tortilla press), or that when I found them were of bad quality (e.g. coffee press, supplements), or personal stuff (e.g. kid's Lego sets already opened and in ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so. For now just really gathering information. I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist. Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
@Leeds forever!Uh... there's a Tesco Lotus Express down the street from us. Or they haven't changed the signage. Anyway, not important.As for Google Maps -- I thought it was funny. I'm very aware that they update the street view stuff on ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so. For now just really gathering information. I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist. Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
Oh man how did I miss that there was a Lawson's in Thailand?! Speaking of Tokyo and Osaka, some days I miss Japan. I was stationed there for about 3 years. Family Mart and Lawson's set a new standard for me in convenience stores. Similar to how ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so. For now just really gathering information. I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist. Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
@pr3d4t0rOh man how did I miss that there was a Lawson's in Thailand?! Speaking of Tokyo and Osaka, some days I miss Japan. I was stationed there for about 3 years. Family Mart and Lawson's set a new standard for me in convenience stores. Similar to ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so. For now just really gathering information. I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist. Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
Let me 1st say...that I've never been to Spain or Portugal, but based on internet pictures and articles... Would someone who is looking for a European or 1st world - Western Experience... would that person appreciate a "Thailand or 3rd-2nd ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so. For now just really gathering information. I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist. Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
@WiredTight Thanks for the great insights Dave! And yes, other locations on my list are Spain, Portugal, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Panama. Also saw 1 or two potential spots in the Carribean. I will have a pension and significant ... Read More
Thinking of moving to Thailand have few questions by goldmane60
Hi guys, just today realized I might like to move out of USA for many reasons. I am divorced 63 and like nice style of living. How much are cleaning people? I would like to buy a house rather than rent, and I looked at some prices (don't know the ...
Hi guys, just today realized I might like to move out of USA for many reasons. I am divorced 63 and like nice style of living. How much are cleaning people? would like to buy a house rather than rent, and I looked at some prices (don't know the ... Read More
Help wanted: Naklua - plumber/handyman for dishwasher+garbage disposal by pr3d4t0r
So, our first full day back in Pattaya has been very successful, missed on a couple of things: we need a handyman/plumber/smart guy who can install a dishwasher and a garbage disposal. All the gear was purchased this morning at HomePro but they ...
Good to read about you, Hope you have a great time in Thailand.. Thanks! You have a lovely and productive day! Read More
Help wanted: Naklua - plumber/handyman for dishwasher+garbage disposal by pr3d4t0r
So, our first full day back in Pattaya has been very successful, missed on a couple of things: we need a handyman/plumber/smart guy who can install a dishwasher and a garbage disposal. All the gear was purchased this morning at HomePro but they ...
@benguyen wrote:Looking for services where you don't speak the native language sounds like a nightmare. This definitely changes my thinking about living and working abroad. Wish you the best of luck.Hi! These turned out to be ... Read More