In memoriam: Charly (Leo) – A passionate writer for Thailandblog
Former blogger Charly (Leo) passed away this year, as we learned from an attentive reader. From Udon Thani he wrote more than 80 blogs, often with a personal, idiosyncratic approach. His stories about Thai life and favorite places like Da Sofia restaurant continue to inspire us and remind us of his special view on life.
Explanation of a Health Check Up – Part 1
Everyone has to deal with it at some point. Whether this is to respond to certain complaints and find out where those complaints come from, or in preparation for an operation, or for a periodic check-up (for example in case of diabetes) or simply because you want to know the state of affairs in which your body is located.
Now that I officially live in Thailand and also pay income tax here in Thailand, I think it's time to apply for an exemption from the Dutch Tax Authorities, Foreign Office, in Heerlen. Exemption from withholding wage tax and social security contributions from my company pension.
Watching sports in Thailand
As a change from the more serious topics I've dealt with in recent posts, now a lighter topic, watching sports in Thailand.
Income tax return 2019 in Thailand
At the beginning of this year I promised to tell the readers my experience with the Thai government about the income tax return 2019. Also my story about my experience with the Dutch tax authorities regarding obtaining an exemption from wage tax and social security contributions to be withheld from my company pension, as of January 1, 2020. Finally, my fight with the Dutch tax authorities about reclaiming wage tax and social security contributions paid on my company pension for the year 2019 via the IB 2019 return.
Replacing retirement by marriage – part 2
On Tuesday, September 22, first to the Bangkok Bank for the bank statement and update of the bank book and then again to Immigration Udon. We are at the Bangkok Bank at 13.00 pm and 20 minutes later we are outside with a bank statement and an updated bank book. Bank statement fee: 200 baht.
Replacing retirement by marriage – part 1
Anyone who has followed my escapades here in recent weeks knows that I have now married my Teoy. As far as we're concerned, there wasn't much need for the butter note. However, after almost six years together, we were more or less forced to do so by a decision by the Thai government that took effect on November 1, 2019.
A trip to Bueng Khong Long
For some time now we have had a request from a good friend to come and visit him and his wife. Such a visit has always been canceled for various reasons, but now it is finally happening. My friend is a retired Dutchman and has been living in Bueng Khong Long with his Thai wife since 2015.
A week in Bangkok (part 3)
After the successful document exercise and the quick settlement at the Dutch embassy yesterday, today back to the Thai Department of Consular Affairs. Toey's unmarried status certificate issued the day before yesterday must be returned in legalized form today. Today, with the form issued by the Dutch embassy, let's see if everything is okay and if the Thai Department can also give approval to our intended marriage.
A week in Bangkok (part 2)
After yesterday's flight from Udon to Bangkok, today we have a trip to the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs, more specifically the Department of Consular Affairs, on the program. The address: 123 Chaeng Watthana Road.
Charly and the long sits during covid-19
The last few weeks unfortunately found no inspiration to post an article on Thailandblog. I would have liked to have seen it differently, but there was not much to report on my part. Mandatory caged in my house, and yes nothing spectacular happens there.
Just a snack
After my last posting about “unsubscribing in the Netherlands” I had the feeling of “what am I writing all this for, why am I doing this” Especially after a few disdainful comments from a number of commenters.
Christmas and New Year celebration
After last year's excellent experience, this time again opted for the Christmas Eve buffet on December 24 of the Pannarai hotel. Booked some overnight stays at the same Pannarai, so that it becomes a mini-holiday.
Charly and opening a euro bank account
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). For several years he has been living in a resort not far from Udonthani. In his stories, Charly mainly tries to raise awareness of Udon, but he also discusses other things in Thailand.
Charly in Udon (10): Just relaxing
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). For several years he has been living in a resort not far from Udonthani. In his stories, Charly mainly tries to raise awareness of Udon, but he also discusses other things in Thailand.
Charly in Udon (9): Thai taxes
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). For several years he has been living in a resort not far from Udonthani. In his stories, Charly mainly tries to raise awareness of Udon, but he also discusses other things in Thailand.
Charly in Udon (8): Visit to a law firm, will
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). For several years he has been living in a resort not far from Udonthani. In his stories, Charly mainly tries to raise awareness of Udon, but he also discusses other things in Thailand.
Charly in Udon (7): Review Faroh Steak House restaurant
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). For several years he has been living in a resort not far from Udonthani. In his stories, Charly mainly tries to raise awareness of Udon, but he also discusses other things in Thailand.
10 years of Thailand blog: Bloggers speak (Charly)
Thailandblog would not be Thailandblog without the bloggers who regularly write or answer questions from readers. A reason to introduce them to you again and to put them in the spotlight. We do this on the basis of a questionnaire, which the bloggers have completed to the best of their knowledge. Today Charly who ensures that his hometown of Udon Thani regularly receives attention.
Charly in Udon (6): Looking back on a year in Thailand
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). For several years he has been living in a resort not far from Udonthani. In his stories, Charly mainly tries to raise awareness of Udon, but he also discusses other things in Thailand.
Charly in Udon (5): Nice meeting with compatriots
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). For several years he has been living in a resort not far from Udonthani. In his stories, Charly mainly tries to raise awareness of Udon, but he also discusses other things in Thailand.
Charlie in Udon (4)
Fortunately, Charly's life is full of pleasant surprises (unfortunately sometimes also less pleasant ones). For several years he has been living in a resort not far from Udonthani. In his stories, Charly mainly tries to raise awareness of Udon, but he also discusses other things in Thailand.