An extremely unpleasant experience with Cigna health insurance (part 2 – conclusion)
What to do now, switching to another insurance was out of the question given my status as a cancer patient and my age (73), what remained was to remain uninsured.
Pattaya expects catastrophe due to foreign tourists staying away
Several leading Walking Street entrepreneurs, from seafood restaurants to bars, have warned of a "total collapse" of Pattaya's tourism industry if the Thai government no longer allows foreign tourists to enter the country.
Cautious start of foreign tourism via Phuket postponed
Phuket Governor Yuthasak said today that the launch of the so-called 'Phuket model' for foreign hibernators, scheduled for October, is expected to be postponed due to a recent domestic outbreak in Thailand.
People who now use the visa amnesty until September 26 need a letter from the Dutch embassy to get an extension of 30 days. Do you know whether the embassy issues such letters?
Reader question: Address wanted for sweet dog
Currently I have been living in Udon Thani for 1,5 years and have taken care of a neglected dog that walked on our property. She also turned out to be pregnant with 8 puppies. I was able to place them but ended up having to keep 2 myself. Now I unexpectedly have to return to Belgium due to the covid crisis.
Reader question: Gun shop near Hua Hin
I'm looking for a gun shop for a double-barrelled shotgun, caliber 16 with 2 triggers. I don't think that can be found near Hua Hin. Does anyone know an answer to this?
You probably know them, the glossy brochures full of beautiful marketing slogans from the powerful insurance companies. Complete coverage for almost all calamities at low premiums, the payment in the event of damage is a piece of cake, etc... In practice, it is often a lot more difficult than the brochures promise, this is such a practical story.
Two cozy coffee shops in the center of Pattaya
I was used to taking a brisk walk in Pattaya on a regular basis in order to meet the much-needed requirements for a good condition. The pattern of that walk was actually to walk to Megabreak via a certain route – I have a choice of about 6 different routes. A drink there, a cigar, a chat and then back home via a different route.
The Thai government plans to close the country's national parks for several months each year to reduce environmental damage from mass tourism, said Varawut Silpa-archa, Minister of the Environment and Natural Resources.
The 10 most popular markets in Thailand
Thailand is best known for its attractions, such as beaches and temples, but the country is also a popular destination for shoppers, so there are nice day and night markets in all cities. Many of these street markets cater to Thai and foreign tourists.
Reader question: How do I get in touch with the library?
Once, during a visit to the Dutch embassy, I received a newsletter containing a lot of information about life in Thailand and how to deal with the population. There was also a story about a library saying that they would pick up books upon request, for example after a death.
In a few years I want to enjoy my retirement in Thailand. Buying a house is not for me, there are too many disadvantages (you are not allowed to own land, etc.). Renting a house seems the best option to me, or are there also disadvantages?
Khmer Rouge Comrade Duch has died
After Pol Pot in 1998 and the second man of evil Nuon Chea, alias Brother number 2, died last year, Kaing Guek Eav, better known as Comrade Duch, also had the laid lead.
Two farang living on Koh Phangan are deported from the country by the Royal Thai Immigration in Surat Thani. According to the indictment, they were engaged in trade in protected marine animals. One of them worked as a diving instructor. This concerns an Italian and a Hungarian citizen.
Reader's Submission: Income Tax Proceedings Won
I recently won an income tax lawsuit for a private person who immigrated to Thailand a few years ago.
Following on from RonnyLatYa's response, here are some sites where visa forms can be downloaded.
Network evening of BeLuThai on September 16
Under the motto “Welcome Back”, the Belgian-Luxembourg/Thai Chamber of Commerce is organizing a first networking evening after the lockdown on Wednesday, September 16 at the Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel.