Reader question: Where in Pattaya can I buy reclining garden chairs?
Does anyone know addresses in Pattaya or Jomtien where I can buy adjustable garden chairs with a sitting/reclining position? Can also be used, but in good condition.
This week I submitted all documents for the non-immigrant O multiple entries to the Thai embassy in The Hague. All necessary forms and statements of sufficient financial means were in order, but the consul did not grant me a visa because I am still working.
Reader question: Problem with Hotmail account
The problem I have is when I'm not in Thailand, but spend a week's vacation in the Philippines, for example. I then use the PC in the hotel, but Hotmail sees a strange IP number and starts the security procedure.
Reader question: Is it true that taxi drivers in Chiang Mai don't turn on the meter?
My daughter stayed with us in Pong for a week and then left for Chiang Mai for a few days. All tourists are advised: if you take a taxi, check whether the meter is on. And if not ask for it or get out.
Reader question: What does a telephone subscription in Thailand cost with minimal data traffic?
I want to give the mother of a friend of mine my disused phone as a gift. Great phone, Android 5.1 She can use it for years to come. but she has no WiFi.
Reader question: Touring around Chiang Mai province
At the beginning of April we will go to Chiang Mai again. We would like to tour around the province for five days.
We have been going to Thailand for years, lately also as winter visitors. This year we want to visit the east coast from Chanthaburi and then make a tour in Cambodia and then fly to Koh Samui to enjoy the country and climate for another 7 weeks.
I came across this article on the internet. They say the marriage certificate will expire after 5 years if you don't renew it like a driver's license.
Can someone who has applied for a DigiD explain to me again how this works and how long you have to apply for it in advance? I have to renew my passport in November and then immediately want to arrange my DigiD.
Reader question: Annuity policy with monthly payment
I have a pension fund mix fund that must be converted to an annuity policy with periodic monthly payments on the payment date. I am now almost 65 years old. Is there an insurance form that can take over this when I live in Thailand, so with a tax agreement with Thailand?
We are looking for a hotel with a restaurant for the last night of our departure to the Netherlands near Suvarnabhumi airport because we do not want to end up in traffic jams. The hotel should also have a shuttle service.
Reader question: In which months is there smog in Chiang Mai?
I intend to fly to Thailand in mid-February. Now I want to travel north (towards Chiang Mai and Pai) in the week of February 20th. I would prefer to visit these cities and surrounding areas without being in the smog of the farmers.
Reader question: Bringing a dog from Thailand to Belgium
We have been staying in Thailand for a while and would like to go back to Belgium but cannot and do not want to leave our dog behind. Are there people here who have experience with traveling with a dog, which must be met?
Reader question: Can my Thai children travel to Belgium with me?
I am married and my Thai wife already had 2 children. The children are registered in Belgium but reside in Thailand. Now I would like to pick it up in Thailand and travel to Belgium. May I? Or could I get into trouble with immigration at the airport since I'm not their father?
Reader question: For a few months in the Thai jungle
I would like to go to Thailand, but for a few months in the jungle, in a lodge or something like that. Need little luxury. Have a guide nearby. There are a number of national parks, but I have no preference (yet), too little specific knowledge.
Reader question: Is Koh Chang still fun for backpackers?
I went to Koh Chang years ago as a backpacker. The atmosphere was relaxed then. I want to go here again. Can someone tell me if you can still go there as a backpacker? Or is the island now full of expensive hotels?
Reader question: Moving in Thailand and being available for mail?
I move quite regularly in Thailand for various reasons. Currently my place of employment is in Pattaya. Every time I have to give my new address to various authorities with the result that I never receive mail at some addresses.