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Lancashire Lad

@Lancashire Lad

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English looking for information about Thailand

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Lives in Preston

Speaks English. Very little Thai

Registration: 27 December 2013

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Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
7 years ago
Dkv_82

Which Visa should I get as a self-employed independent by Dkv_82

Hello all, After 5 visits in Thailand, I've decided to try the expat life in BKK. I'm looking to stay for a perios of 3 to 6 months minimum and I'm nt quite sure which Visa should I apply for. I'm a self-employed independent, And ...

Lancashire Lad

Thank you all for the expanded information, I will currently visit Thailand again as a tourist in 3 days from now. Will have to take everything into consideration maybe a little bit later on.Lucky you. Wish I was coming. Have a great time. Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
7 years ago
Dkv_82

Which Visa should I get as a self-employed independent by Dkv_82

Hello all, After 5 visits in Thailand, I've decided to try the expat life in BKK. I'm looking to stay for a perios of 3 to 6 months minimum and I'm nt quite sure which Visa should I apply for. I'm a self-employed independent, And ...

Lancashire Lad

cproll said: 3.- I get a 6 months tourist visa. but the thai reg says I have to go out of Thailand every 2 months and come you cannot stay for the whole term of yur visa. I mean you cannot stay 6 months without going in and out of ... Read More

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7 years ago
Julien

Best cities to live in Thailand by Julien

Hi, It’s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Thailand. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...

Lancashire Lad

I generally dislike westerners here as it attracts a certain ilk of human being and display behavioural patterns that are unbecoming.You are there too! Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
7 years ago
Dkv_82

Which Visa should I get as a self-employed independent by Dkv_82

Hello all, After 5 visits in Thailand, I've decided to try the expat life in BKK. I'm looking to stay for a perios of 3 to 6 months minimum and I'm nt quite sure which Visa should I apply for. I'm a self-employed independent, And ...

Lancashire Lad

TriniMario sums it up quite well. At your age and without being married to a Thai your choices are very limited. I don't believe a 6 months tourist visa exists. You can get a 60 day visa, then extend it at an immigration office for a fee of ... Read More

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7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Thailand - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Thailand, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...

Lancashire Lad

Landcaster It's so nice to see you back on line. And it's so nice to see how you always spread good will.I guess you mean me? :) Thank you. I am usually at JC's Sunday morning Chiang Mai meets in Jan - Feb but I've not been able ... Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
7 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in Thailand - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Thailand, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...

Lancashire Lad

Everything in Thailand seems very expensive to me these days compared to how things were when I first visted in 2003. Then I was getting 73 bht for GB£1 now only 42bht. Hotel costs have doubled in about 6 years and room rents have gone up. So ... Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
7 years ago
jeffbothwell

Looking for a cheap car & Scooter by jeffbothwell

Hi my name is Jeff (53) and I live with my Thai Missus Nee (42) in Chon Buri, Nongprue Banglamung, from the 20th April 2017, I am from the Uk and Nee Thailand. We have already made a small network of friends consisting of locals and ex-pats. My ...

Lancashire Lad

I'd go with a Japanese car. Generally reliable, parts pretty cheap and just about all Thai mechanics familiar with them. You could look on Bahtsold setting your budget and location. Read More

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7 years ago
Christine

Things to do in Pattaya during the weekends by Christine

Hi, What do you usually do on your weekends in Pattaya? Are there any places to visit, any activities, any events or festivals regularly organized you would like to recommend? What are your top tips for the weekend in Pattaya? Thank ...

Lancashire Lad

There are lots of things to do in and around Pattaya at the weekends including, but not limited to: Walking, cycling, jogging, gym, swimming, 10 pin bowling. Pattaya Expat club meets. Visit: Temple of Truth, Go carting, motor racing, Mini Siam ... Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
7 years ago
RDMTULSA

Living in Chiang Mai by RDMTULSA

My wife and me have included Chiang Mai as one of the possible places for us to retire to. We have been visiting various countries and cities specifically to see if we would be happy living there. Can someone recommend contacts in Chiang Mai ...

Lancashire Lad

I dought you will get a fully furnished house for 7/10 days, But I can rent you a new 1 bedroom condo with pool and gym in a very safe area. check www.olderboots.wixsite.com/condos2chiangmai. MartyMouldy you will no doubt now come in for the same ... Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
7 years ago
Hoang Yen

Vietnamese girl needs help :) by Hoang Yen

Hi guys, My name is Yen. My friend and I are planning to go to Bangkok in order to buy wholesale clothing and fashion accessory to resell in Vietnam. Although I dont have much experiences but i'm willing to challenge myself in this field. May ...

Lancashire Lad

Hi everyone!! I need advise about the cost of living in Bangkok..My family and I wants to relocate there..We're Filipinos currently living here in vietnam and wants to experience the way of living in Thailand. - Could you please advise me how ... Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
8 years ago
BT1989

Does my budget sound logical/accurate for Bangkok? by BT1989

Hi, Will be doing some travelling around SE Asia, and will be planning to stay in Bangkok for a while, or as long as I can stretch out the visa. Anyway I have pulled together a basic budget of what I think the figures would be as follows (in Thai ...

Lancashire Lad

You don't say what time period this budget is for? If its for a month I'd say its bit light for Bangkok. There are so many variables. You say "we" is this for 2 people? ... but then you say if I go out to bars/nightclubs. If you ... Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
8 years ago
norrie1

Visa spouse or retirement? by norrie1

I am 55 living in UK married to Thailand lady 2 yes what is the best visa for me to liverify and work in Thailand spouse or retirement or?

Lancashire Lad

Be aware that just about every type of business you can think of and then some has been tried in Pattaya. A high proportion of new starts fail. If you have something unique that seems to do well, someone will copy it and set up across the street. ... Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Property prices in Thailand by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Thailand is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What ...

Lancashire Lad

california4me; post a pm to me and I'll get back to you. I don't know how to do it on my end. BillJust click on the person's name and you will see an option to "send a message". Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
8 years ago
sjarvis

Sorry, but please please someone help by sjarvis

Sorry for sending this message, this forum came up when I searched for 'help advice samui' and i'm struggling for answers. Basically i've made the biggest mistake of my life 1 week ago and i'm terrified because i'm starting ...

Lancashire Lad

You're also correct in that his chances of being infected are really quite low. Exactly, that it what I was thinking when I said he should try to relax as the chances are slim. Woudn't it be nice if the OP reported back ? Read More

Lancashire Lad replied to a thread
8 years ago
emlycthrne

Working Remotely From Bangkok by emlycthrne

Hello! I am an American, considering moving to Thailand for a few months for a change of scenery. I will need to work while I'm there and have a job that allows me to work remotely. My job also requires me to make frequent video calls, so I will ...

Lancashire Lad

Internet speeds are generally very good in Thailand. Read More