Why did Big Joke have to leave the field?
He was called the Thai super policeman: Lt. Gene. Surachate Hakparn, better known by his nickname 'Big Joke'. You know him from the many actions in tracking down and arresting foreigners who were working illegally or who stayed in Thailand without a valid visa. The motto of his work was therefore “Good Guys In, Bad Guys Out”.
The new Stichting Nederlanders Buiten Nederland was officially launched in The Hague last week. The aim is to exert political pressure on 'The Hague' to realize that we are a large group of Dutch people abroad. Too often it is fighting for legal rights, against bureaucratic obstacles and incompetence of civil servants.
Temperatures above 40 degrees were already measured last week, this week will also be huffing and puffing. In Bangkok it will be 40 degrees or more in the coming days. And that is hard because there is usually not a breath of wind in this concrete jungle.
Today I presented myself at the immigration in Sakon Nakhon. I did the extension based on the combination system. I left the difference between the 800.000 baht and my annual pension amount in the bank account 3 months in advance.
Question to general practitioner Maarten: Should I be concerned about the result of a diabetes test?
I have been following the ketogenic lifestyle with internitting fastening for 1 1,5 years. Minimum carbs, medium protein and high fat diet (no processed food) and only eating in a 6-8 hour time interval. Before that I was heavily stressed by my work, which is why I gave up 2 years ago including the alcohol. I've never smoked. Weighed 100 kg and previously had a much too high blood pressure 180/110 and was on the way to becoming diabetic. I am now 61 years old, 1.88 m, now weigh 75 kg, blood pressure is now below 120/60 and my heart rate is between 50 and 60 and I walk at least 5 km per day and swim at least 1 km per day.
We are looking to stay at Second Road in Pattaya
We will soon be leaving for Thailand with our baby for a few months. We are looking for a place to stay (preferably a hotel with breakfast, but can also be a house/condo…) not too far from Second Road in Pattaya that we can rent for several months for a reasonable price.
Can I import medicines into Thailand for my own use?
Medicines are regularly sent by post from the Netherlands to my home address in Bangkok. Medicines are very expensive in Thailand. The medicines are for personal use. I have not been deregistered, so I am still covered by the health insurance. These medicines are reimbursed for the insurance. Now I heard through the grapevine that the “importing” of medicines has been prohibited for a year now. Does anyone know if there are any exceptions to this?
IconSiam shows the Siamese fighting fish in all its glory
An exhibition of the Siamese fighting fish can be seen in the new shopping center IconSiam until April 23. This beautiful looking fish, also known as “Betta” in English, has recently been declared the national aquatic animal of Thailand.
I have been in Jomtien for my 18 days today April 90, My 90 days was until April 20 but I wanted to avoid the crowds tomorrow with Songkran, hence I went today and it was very quiet at 10 am, I got up after 15 minutes back outside. What I find a bit strange now is that I have been given until July 16th.
Gold in Thailand
Thailand is an important hub for gold traders, buyers and jewelers from all over the world. Earlier reports show that the gold trade has existed for centuries. The country therefore possesses more gold than the surrounding countries.
Moving within Thailand, what about internet connection?
At the end of this month we will move to another province. We currently have internet via TOT with monthly payment on the 22nd of the month and wish to keep TOT. How should I proceed to continue my connection at our new address? Or do I have to cancel my current contract and enter into a new contract locally?
Does anyone know a dive shop near Samea San?
We want to stay near Sattahip for a week soon. As an avid diver I also want to dive in Samea San instead of busy Pattaya. Does anyone know a dive shop in this area, I prefer not to go from pattaya or jomtien?
Watching TV online on vacation is very problematic
The Dutch believe it is important to stay up to date with the latest news and current affairs while on holiday. In addition, they especially do not want to miss major sporting events. Staggering streams due to unstable WiFi connections often cause a hitch in the cable.
The survey shows that 57% of Dutch travelers believe that people need to take action now and make sustainable travel choices to save the planet for future generations.
My cardiologist said “you should take aspirin 81mg 2 tablets every day” which I did until last year. I stopped because I assumed jogging 7,5 km every day is enough to get my blood flowing quickly
Experience this week annual extension visa in Roi-Et. Last Tuesday, April 17, went to immigration in Roi-Et for the year extension visa (
Visa for Thailand: For 6 months in Thailand with a METV
I am currently in Thailand for 6 months, have a multiply entry visa for 6 months and so have to have a new stamp every 60 days. Does anyone know if I can also buy a stamp/sticker at an immigration office or do I have to travel out of the country and get my stamp there?