Next summer we will be traveling to Thailand with our family (kids aged 12 and 15) for 3 weeks. We want to take the night train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. If I want to book this trip, I can only do so in 2nd class, is it possible to book tickets in 1st class?
Buying furniture for our house near Borabue
I'm Eddie and I want to buy some furniture for our house near Borabue next year. Do you know any good stores where I can buy quality items in the Khon Kaen/Maha Sarakham region?
Looking for a good, reliable motorcycle garage in Pattaya?
Can anyone recommend a good reliable motorcycle garage in Pattaya? This is for maintenance of my motorcycle, BMW F800.
Are my savings at the Kasikorn bank safe?
I have some savings in the Kasikorn bank in Chonburi. Now I hear from my girlfriend that there are problems there and the savings would not be safe there.
Why doesn't Thailand have its own car brand?
I read that Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin had met in Japan with executives from major Japanese automakers, including Honda, Nissan, Isuzu and Toyota. Many leading car manufacturers are present in Thailand, such as assembly companies and parts manufacturers. These companies together produce many of the approximately two million vehicles built annually in Thailand.
The best option is for a Dinner Cruise in Bangkok?
Can anyone tell me which is the best option for a Dinner Cruise in Bangkok? There are different providers. Best food, best service for the price you pay.
From Thailand to Vietnam, who knows a nice hotel in Hanoi?
I have to leave Thailand for my multiple entry tourist visa, so I can get another 60 days. We have decided to go to Vietnam (Hanoi) for a week. I have already booked the plane tickets. Now I'm looking for a nice hotel, centrally located in Hanoi.
I go to Thailand for 1 month every year. And I want to have good internet in my own home. Now I don't want to have an annual subscription for a 1-month holiday in Thailand. I have now bought a Netgear mifi router to use in Thailand so that I can also stream services to my smart TV.
A bicycle for 5500 baht, is that something?
I went to Big C extra this week and saw a kind of mountain bike for 5.500 baht. Things looked fine. Now I understand that the stuff is from China and not suitable for rough work, but a ride around my neighborhood and occasionally to the store with such a bike should be possible without many problems, right?
Will my SVB pension now be taxed in Thailand?
I received a letter from the Dutch tax authorities yesterday, in response to a question from me that according to the tax treaty with Thailand, the ABP and SVB pensions are taxed by the Netherlands and the PFZW pension (Care and Welfare) is taxed in Thailand.
Looking for the motorcycle tour eastern Northern Thailand in 15 days, described by Sjon Hauser
In 2019 we started the motorcycle tour eastern Northern Thailand, 15 days, described by Sjon Hauser, and which can be found on his website at the time. Because when Corona broke out we had to stop halfway. We would now like to continue the journey.
Are there Belgian or Dutch hospitals in Thailand that have vacancies for Thai people?
My Thai friend still has to do his military service in Thailand until May 2024. After this period he would like to go to work. He is considering looking for a job, and although he dreams of working abroad, I would rather help him find a good job in Thailand itself. That seems better to me than a job abroad.
VAT refund possible for hospital costs in Thailand?
Does anyone know if I can get the VAT back at the airport after costs incurred due to my wife's hospitalization and surgery?
Exemption from payroll tax, etc. for a Dutch bridging pension than tax return in Thailand?
I have an exemption from payroll tax, national insurance contributions and Zvw premiums for my Dutch bridging pension. So I have to file a tax return in Thailand. Do I have to apply for a Tax clearance certificate if I fly to the Netherlands in April?
Want to have a Vespa exported from Thailand to the Netherlands?
I am currently studying in Bangkok and I have noticed that the prices of Vespas here are many times lower than in the Netherlands, which is why I would like to have one exported to the Netherlands.
I live in Jomtien and I am looking for Ozempic, preferably in Pattaya. I am at least 25 kg overweight and therefore have high blood pressure. I would like to lose some weight and that can be achieved with Ozempic. A friend of mine in Denmark got it from a doctor and his weight flew off.
If you are 80 years old, are you no longer allowed to drive a car or motorbike in Thailand?
Today I heard that if you are 80 years old or older, you are no longer allowed to drive a car or motorbike in Thailand (of course with a valid Thai driver's license). The penalty is high fines and/or imprisonment. What is known about this? Is this based on truth?
How much money do you need to live as a retiree in Thailand?
I am still 7 months away from retirement and I am thinking of moving to Thailand. Thinking of Pattaya or Jomtien. To rent a condo I count on 15.000 baht per month, including electricity and water. Health costs will still be insured for the coming years through a collective with my old employer. I want to buy a motorbike for transportation.
To get a Thai motorbike driver's license, what is required?
Next week I hope to get my Thai driver's license in Pranburi, specifically for a motorcycle. I already have a Belgian driving license for car and motorcycle. I also already have a 'certificate of residence' and a health declaration.
What is the most beautiful part of Thailand?
I am going to Thailand for the first time in February for 3 weeks after being ill for a long time. So I was able to save a lot for this trip, and now I want to end a bad time. I only booked a return ticket and a hotel in Bangkok for 2 days. Now I'm reading up and your blog is a good help.