pr3d4t0r
Mexican expat in the USA
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Lives in San Francisco, California
Registration: 21 April 2023
Looking for Bagels by nfalcon173
Anyone know a store / bakery / other in the Pattaya / Jomtien/ Sattahip area where I can buy bagels and bonus maybe english muffins?
A little late, just saw this.I bought decent bagels at the Best Supermarket across the street from Terminal 21. Get there early. Good place to get the cream cheese and lox too.You didn't ask but... fantastic croissants at the Z眉rich Bakery, ... Read More
Long term stay questions by myajenni
Hi, I'm planning to move to thailand long term in 1 to 2 years. How do you handle long term stay if you dont qualify for a retirement visa yet? Also, I plan to buy a condo in Thailand. Whats the best/safest way to do so? For banking, is it easy to ...
Hi, I'm planning to move to thailand long term in 1 to 2 years. How do you handle long term stay if you dont qualify for a retirement visa yet? Also, I plan to buy a condo in Thailand. Whats the best/safest way to do so? For banking, is it easy to ... Read More
Exhibition by Ozonekatae
If we organize a Hello Kitty exhibition in Thailand, Expat groups living in Thailand Will attend the event or not?
It'll depend on a number of factors:How's the exhibition new or what makes it interesting vs anything Sanrio puts out?Is this a vendors/licensing exhibit, or is it intended as a museum-like/educational exhibit?There are permanent exhibits in many ... Read More
Customs and dealing with a box of personal items shipped to Pattaya by pr3d4t0r
I'm going to ship a few things I couldn't find in Pattaya/Thailand (e.g. Maseca and a tortilla press), or that when I found them were of bad quality (e.g. coffee press, supplements), or personal stuff (e.g. kid's Lego sets already opened and in ...
UPDATE: Everything made it across fine. Shipped USPS. Nobody bothered to open the boxes, went by the customs manifest. Boxes are here.One food item was in question, and we were advised by USPS and UPS to not put it in the box: Maseca, for ... Read More
Customs and dealing with a box of personal items shipped to Pattaya by pr3d4t0r
I'm going to ship a few things I couldn't find in Pattaya/Thailand (e.g. Maseca and a tortilla press), or that when I found them were of bad quality (e.g. coffee press, supplements), or personal stuff (e.g. kid's Lego sets already opened and in ...
聽 聽 I have never heard of duties being paid at any local post office. That would of course be great. But,as you know, this is Thailand. Nothing is easy.Heh - thanks.聽 Easy would be boring!I'm told that I'll get a slip in the mail in ... Read More
Customs and dealing with a box of personal items shipped to Pattaya by pr3d4t0r
I'm going to ship a few things I couldn't find in Pattaya/Thailand (e.g. Maseca and a tortilla press), or that when I found them were of bad quality (e.g. coffee press, supplements), or personal stuff (e.g. kid's Lego sets already opened and in ...
I have never heard of duties being paid at any local post office. That would of course be great. But,as you know, this is Thailand. Nothing is easy.Heh - thanks. Easy would be boring!I'm told that I'll get a slip in the mail in case the box or ... Read More
Customs and dealing with a box of personal items shipped to Pattaya
I'm going to ship a few things I couldn't find in Pattaya/Thailand (e.g. Maseca and a tortilla press), or that when I found them were of bad quality (e.g. coffee press, supplements), or personal stuff (e.g. kid's Lego sets already opened and in ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so.聽 For now just really gathering information.聽 I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist.聽 Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
@Leeds forever!Uh... there's a Tesco Lotus Express down the street from us. Or they haven't changed the signage. Anyway, not important.As for Google Maps -- I thought it was funny. I'm very aware that they update the street view stuff on ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so.聽 For now just really gathering information.聽 I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist.聽 Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
Oh man how did I miss that there was a Lawson's in Thailand?! Speaking of Tokyo and Osaka, some days I miss Japan. I was stationed there for about 3 years. Family Mart and Lawson's set a new standard for me in convenience stores. Similar to how ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so.聽 For now just really gathering information.聽 I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist.聽 Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
@pr3d4t0rOh man how did I miss that there was a Lawson's in Thailand?! Speaking of Tokyo and Osaka, some days I miss Japan. I was stationed there for about 3 years. Family Mart and Lawson's set a new standard for me in convenience stores. Similar to ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so.聽 For now just really gathering information.聽 I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist.聽 Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
Let me 1st say...that I've never been to Spain or Portugal, but based on internet pictures and articles... Would someone who is looking for a European or 1st world - Western Experience... would that person appreciate a "Thailand or 3rd-2nd world" ... Read More
Key things a US Expat should know about living in Thailand by AJ2024
Hello everyone. Seriously considering moving to Thailand in about 5 years or so.聽 For now just really gathering information.聽 I've been to Thailand a couple of times but that was just as a tourist.聽 Been to Bangkok, Phi Phi, Phuket, ...
@WiredTight Thanks for the great insights Dave! And yes, other locations on my list are Spain, Portugal, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Panama. Also saw 1 or two potential spots in the Carribean. I will have a pension and significant savings by ... Read More
Thinking of moving to Thailand have few questions by goldmane60
Hi guys, just today realized I might like to move out of USA for many reasons. I am divorced 63 and like nice style of living. How much are cleaning people? I would like to buy a house rather than rent, and I looked at some prices (don't know the ...
Hi guys, just today realized I might like to move out of USA for many reasons. I am divorced 63 and like nice style of living. How much are cleaning people? would like to buy a house rather than rent, and I looked at some prices (don't know the area ... Read More
Help wanted: Naklua - plumber/handyman for dishwasher+garbage disposal by pr3d4t0r
So, our first full day back in Pattaya has been very successful, missed on a couple of things: we need a handyman/plumber/smart guy who can install a dishwasher and a garbage disposal. All the gear was purchased this morning at HomePro but they ...
Good to read about you, Hope you have a great time in Thailand.. Thanks! You have a lovely and productive day! Read More
Help wanted: Naklua - plumber/handyman for dishwasher+garbage disposal by pr3d4t0r
So, our first full day back in Pattaya has been very successful, missed on a couple of things: we need a handyman/plumber/smart guy who can install a dishwasher and a garbage disposal. All the gear was purchased this morning at HomePro but they ...
@benguyen wrote:Looking for services where you don't speak the native language sounds like a nightmare. This definitely changes my thinking about living and working abroad. Wish you the best of luck.锘縃i! These turned out to be ... Read More
Meet ups/get togethers by geordiegirl
Are there ever get togethers for expats
@geordiegirl wrote:Are there ever get togethers for expats Hi there!We have a group of tech people, age skewing younger and rowdier than the regulars here. We meet once a month at Wine Connection, for dinner and chit chat. The planets aligned for ... Read More
Visa for our Maid by wilfriedadh
My name is Wilfried. I am a German citizen ; living since 40 years in Asia ; and intend to retire now in Pattaya with my wife ( Filipina ).We have an Indonesian Maid ( 29 years old ) who has cared for us very well for many years.We can not ( and ...
You may want to consider getting her an educational (ED) visa -- she'll come with you and attend one or more schools. This will help in two ways: you will contribute to her personal and professional development, and she may be able to wing ... Read More
Utilities Accounts by Asyrol
Hello Everyone,I'm a Canadian expat living in Singapore, preparing for a 6 month sabbatical in Thailand. I'm planning on using a multi entry tourist visa and in order to save costs have been looking at renting a furnished apartment as opposed to ...
I know that I can open a bank account with just a tourist visa, but what are the requirements for opening electricity, water and internet accounts? Is this even feasible?I'm on a vanilla 30-day visitor's stamp -- all I had to do to open the ... Read More
Where can I find shoes for women with large feet? by cmbbkk
I'm in Bangkok for a few months and appreciate any suggestions. Thanks, Jane
Try one of the larger shopping centers with several boutiques. My wife found EU41 size shoes in various styles at Central Festival in Pattaya -- Bangkok stores on Sukhumvit are sure to have an even wider selection, being a bigger city and with a ... Read More
opening a bank account in Thailand by Tsion Gigi
Hi you all I am American citizen planning to retire in Thailand soon can anybody help with what is the best route to open there a bank account and witch best bank thank you so much Avi
Hola.You need a visa with a duration of 60 days or more to open a bank account at most major banks. Bangkok Bank is one of the most expat friendly, and offer financial services from regular consumer banking to premium services to private banking. ... Read More
Help wanted: Naklua - plumber/handyman for dishwasher+garbage disposal by pr3d4t0r
So, our first full day back in Pattaya has been very successful, missed on a couple of things: we need a handyman/plumber/smart guy who can install a dishwasher and a garbage disposal. All the gear was purchased this morning at HomePro but they ...
Thanks 鈥� going through that, my real estate guy let鈥檚 me use his assistant鈥檚 services (99% is translation) through the end of the week. You rock! Executing on your recommendation tomorrow. Today was a rough health-issues day for ... Read More
Help wanted: Naklua - plumber/handyman for dishwasher+garbage disposal
So, our first full day back in Pattaya has been very successful, missed on a couple of things: we need a handyman/plumber/smart guy who can install a dishwasher and a garbage disposal. All the gear was purchased this morning at HomePro but they ... Read More
Pattaya: service in English similar to Craig's List? by pr3d4t0r
Hi Everyone!Per the title: is there a website or service akin to Craig's List for Pattaya and/or Chonburi? Looking for some very specific office furniture for the new place.Thanks in advance and cheers!
@Leeds forever! wrote:What about google 'craigslist Thailand' and scroll down a little bit? 50% of your questions here can be answered in less than 1 minute via Google.Dude... of course I used the search engines. I found Craig's List and ... Read More
Pattaya: service in English similar to Craig's List?
Hi Everyone!Per the title: is there a website or service akin to Craig's List for Pattaya and/or Chonburi? Looking for some very specific office furniture for the new place.Thanks in advance and cheers! Read More
Secure your financial assets as an expat in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Thailand, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We鈥檇 love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: ...
@PaulWyatt333 - Thanks - based on this:I have both Bangkok Bank and Krungthai bank accounts and both are similar. Their RMFs certainly offer international investments. As to anything further than that I don't know. What does RMF mean in this ... Read More
Secure your financial assets as an expat in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Thailand, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We鈥檇 love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: ...
@PaulWyatt333 wrote:Are you moving to Thailand as your location says Mauritius? If you pay tax in Thailand, then consider RMFs and SSFs which can save you Thai tax (see https://www.bangkokbank.com/en/Personal 鈥� ds/RMF-SSF but all banks do ... Read More
Pattaya: banking options by pr3d4t0r
Hello! Can you please advise on banking options in Pattaya? Not looking for consumer banking. I will decide in the next 30 days which visa option I want to pursue, each carries different banking requirements:The O-visa option/premium ...
(One more thing for premium banking: I'm aware that premium banking may start at $50k or higher if Thailand is like other countries -- that's fine. It's more about which bank you'd recommend. We can assume that the minimum premium requirements ... Read More
Pattaya: banking options
Hello! Can you please advise on banking options in Pattaya? Not looking for consumer banking. I will decide in the next 30 days which visa option I want to pursue, each carries different banking requirements:The O-visa option/premium ... Read More
Newbie Pattaya by johnallan72
Hello everyoneIm currently looking at Condo's around Pratumnuk Hill and Jomtien. Any good complexes (or bad ones!) that anyone can flag. Will be visiting in August just to look at properties so any hot tips will mostlikely save me a lot of time and ...
@Leeds forever! wrote: If it was just about the condo, nothing wrong. But living there long term is another story. That's why most people prefer Jomtien and even Naklua. Don't forget that you're a rookie here, and you have asked questions about ... Read More
Transport in Bangkok by Guestposter822
Was only there for 2 days but quickly worked out the best (for me anyway) was bus and grab car. I avoided grab bike though as seemed too dangerous (most passengers riding without a helmet and drivers weaving in and out of heavy traffic). Avoided the ...
Interesting - we use tuk tuks as novelty transportation or when there's no choice (e.g. when Bangkok traffic is so gridlocked that they're the only credible option).I found the Bangkok MRT (metro/train) to be the fastest, most efficient way to get ... Read More
Newbie Pattaya by johnallan72
Hello everyoneIm currently looking at Condo's around Pratumnuk Hill and Jomtien. Any good complexes (or bad ones!) that anyone can flag. Will be visiting in August just to look at properties so any hot tips will mostlikely save me a lot of time and ...
@Leeds forever! wrote:Don't stay up in Pratumnik,ok? Go for Jomtien instead.Hi! Pure curiosity: what's wrong with Pratumnak as a place for a condo? Have a great Sunday! Read More
Work Related[B]jobs by Christine Amable
I a' looking for a job. I hope somebody can help me.Thank you
@Christine Amable - You may want to list the things you can/want to do for work. It'll help us readers figure out how we can help. Read More
Newbie Pattaya by johnallan72
Hello everyoneIm currently looking at Condo's around Pratumnuk Hill and Jomtien. Any good complexes (or bad ones!) that anyone can flag. Will be visiting in August just to look at properties so any hot tips will mostlikely save me a lot of time and ...
@johnallan72 - Howdy. Probably best if you engage a reputable real estate agent, give them a detailed list of what you want in the property (area, type, location, budget, etc.) and have them set up viewings for you. That'll result in the most ... Read More
Fire Stick HD, Apple TV, other - streaming question by pr3d4t0r
Greetings! Time for pr3d4t0r's Weird Question of the Week鈩�.I use Amazon's Fire Stick TV HD or Apple TV as a "hub" for accessing content. I've used the Fire Stick in Japan without issues, but Amazon has a presence there. If you have one of ...
@Leeds forever! - Awesome, thanks. As long as the devices don't brick there, this is perfect. Have a great day, amigo! Read More
Fire Stick HD, Apple TV, other - streaming question
Greetings! Time for pr3d4t0r's Weird Question of the Week鈩�.I use Amazon's Fire Stick TV HD or Apple TV as a "hub" for accessing content. I've used the Fire Stick in Japan without issues, but Amazon has a presence there. If you have one of ... Read More
Pattaya: schools (grades 7 onward) - recommendations, experiences? by pr3d4t0r
Hello again!Our current plan is to spend the summer in Pattaya setting up house (see my previous posts), then move to Pattaya Dec 2023 - Jun 2024, then perhaps permanently. Our son is 11-years old, passed to 7th grade with honors, attends a very ...
@Maxi Mari - Yeah, pretty much what I thought. We already decided that he'll start school in the US in September, then transfer schools when we finalize the move to Thailand in December. We'll finish setting up house this summer (heading back to ... Read More
Pattaya: schools (grades 7 onward) - recommendations, experiences? by pr3d4t0r
Hello again!Our current plan is to spend the summer in Pattaya setting up house (see my previous posts), then move to Pattaya Dec 2023 - Jun 2024, then perhaps permanently. Our son is 11-years old, passed to 7th grade with honors, attends a very ...
@Leeds forever! - I have a fractured relationship with Google ever since I wrote a book about their tech (with their blessing and "help") and they screwed me on something.聽Then later, twice, they made offers to buy companies that I started and ... Read More
Pattaya: booking a van/transportation from BKK to Wong Amat by pr3d4t0r
Howdy!What's the best option for booking a van (3 persons + luggage) from BKK to Wong Amat/Naklua? I realized that Royal Cliff always took care of this step so I have no idea what's the best way to do it myself now that we're 100% on our ...
@Leeds forever! - Yeah, I have Bolt installed; set it up when I was there in March/April, used it quite a bit. Love the service. Will just use that, never uninstalled it from the iPhone 馃槉Have a fantastic weekend! Read More
Pattaya: booking a van/transportation from BKK to Wong Amat by pr3d4t0r
Howdy!What's the best option for booking a van (3 persons + luggage) from BKK to Wong Amat/Naklua? I realized that Royal Cliff always took care of this step so I have no idea what's the best way to do it myself now that we're 100% on our ...
@Leeds forever! - Cool, will do that then; makes sense. I didn鈥檛 know it鈥檇 take a long haul hire like that. Have an awesome day! Read More
Pattaya: booking a van/transportation from BKK to Wong Amat by pr3d4t0r
Howdy!What's the best option for booking a van (3 persons + luggage) from BKK to Wong Amat/Naklua? I realized that Royal Cliff always took care of this step so I have no idea what's the best way to do it myself now that we're 100% on our ...
@Leeds forever! - Coolio, makes sense. I didn鈥檛 know Bolt supports inter-city/long haul rides. Great recommendation! Have an awesome day. Read More
Pattaya: booking a van/transportation from BKK to Wong Amat
Howdy!What's the best option for booking a van (3 persons + luggage) from BKK to Wong Amat/Naklua? I realized that Royal Cliff always took care of this step so I have no idea what's the best way to do it myself now that we're 100% on our ... Read More
Pattaya: schools (grades 7 onward) - recommendations, experiences? by pr3d4t0r
Hello again!Our current plan is to spend the summer in Pattaya setting up house (see my previous posts), then move to Pattaya Dec 2023 - Jun 2024, then perhaps permanently. Our son is 11-years old, passed to 7th grade with honors, attends a very ...
@Bigrad Wolf - Heh, thank you!We gave him no choice. I only speak Spanish with him since he was born, and my lady only speaks Russian with him. We speak all three languages at home. If the three of us participate in the conversation we fall back ... Read More
Pattaya: schools (grades 7 onward) - recommendations, experiences? by pr3d4t0r
Hello again!Our current plan is to spend the summer in Pattaya setting up house (see my previous posts), then move to Pattaya Dec 2023 - Jun 2024, then perhaps permanently. Our son is 11-years old, passed to 7th grade with honors, attends a very ...
Update: I found out about:Russian Diplomat SchoolMooltripakdee SchoolDon't know much about either other than they exist and we'll review their websites today. Russian Diplomat School is very attractive because of proximity.Cheers! Read More
Pattaya: schools (grades 7 onward) - recommendations, experiences?
Hello again!Our current plan is to spend the summer in Pattaya setting up house (see my previous posts), then move to Pattaya Dec 2023 - Jun 2024, then perhaps permanently. Our son is 11-years old, passed to 7th grade with honors, attends a very ... Read More
Exploring possibility of retiring to Thailand from Australia by Antonius Yohannus Yench
Call me Hansie. My partner and I live in Australia on the Murray River. I'll be travelling to Thailand in early Sep. 23 to get a feel for this place of which I have so much heard about. We are exploring the possibility of investing in Thailand and ...
@Antonius Yohannus Yench - No hospital experience in Bangkok so far, your plan sounds solid and fun -- have fun and a great trip! Read More
Exploring possibility of retiring to Thailand from Australia by Antonius Yohannus Yench
Call me Hansie. My partner and I live in Australia on the Murray River. I'll be travelling to Thailand in early Sep. 23 to get a feel for this place of which I have so much heard about. We are exploring the possibility of investing in Thailand and ...
@Leeds forever! - I understand how it works in Thailand. I was recounting the anecdote to Antonius because he's interested in cosmetic surgery in particular and had concerns about safety, quality, medical guidance, etc.The difference between ... Read More
Exploring possibility of retiring to Thailand from Australia by Antonius Yohannus Yench
Call me Hansie. My partner and I live in Australia on the Murray River. I'll be travelling to Thailand in early Sep. 23 to get a feel for this place of which I have so much heard about. We are exploring the possibility of investing in Thailand and ...
@Antonius Yohannus Yench - Hi!聽I'm in the process of moving to Thailand with my family (I + wife + kid), and went through the new home selection and purchasing process since April -- in a few ways, it's still ongoing.Home selection criteriaI've ... Read More
House buying by russ75
This is my first post so take it easy with meI'm planning on buying a 2/3 bed apartment in either Pattaya or Koh Samui, I understand that foreigners aren't allowed to own land in thailand unless they live there or have a Thai partner, which I have ...
@russ75 - I spoke with my buddy developer in Pattaya who does the houses/parceling.聽In a nutshell he said that the land + construction purchase is done through an SPV (a special purpose vehicle, a type of legal entity for carrying out ... Read More
Pattaya sea and drinking water issues - any expats having issues? by SCF0086
Hi, i am currently doing my homework before coming to Pattaya for 2-3 months and possibly longer, and I'm hearing that sea water is very polluted and not suitable for swimming and that even the bottled water for drinking isn't all that clean. I was ...
@Leeds forever! 100% in agreement. Nevertheless, the beaches are nice and varied. Not bad for a day long excursion, and the water is cleaner than by the mainland. Nothing wrong with tourist traps if you're only passing through! Read More
Pattaya sea and drinking water issues - any expats having issues? by SCF0086
Hi, i am currently doing my homework before coming to Pattaya for 2-3 months and possibly longer, and I'm hearing that sea water is very polluted and not suitable for swimming and that even the bottled water for drinking isn't all that clean. I was ...
@SCF0086 - Suggestion: charter a boat or take the ferry to Koh Larn and swim there for the cool beaches experience. Lots of different beaches, clean, and they make for a fun day excursion. You can go snorkeling, swimming, jumping waves, riding ... Read More
House buying by russ75
This is my first post so take it easy with meI'm planning on buying a 2/3 bed apartment in either Pattaya or Koh Samui, I understand that foreigners aren't allowed to own land in thailand unless they live there or have a Thai partner, which I have ...
@russ75 - I think your questions would be better answered by a real estate agent or developer. I own condos in two other beach towns (Miami, Acapulco). In both cases the condominium association determines the rules for rentals, who's allowed in, ... Read More
House buying by russ75
This is my first post so take it easy with meI'm planning on buying a 2/3 bed apartment in either Pattaya or Koh Samui, I understand that foreigners aren't allowed to own land in thailand unless they live there or have a Thai partner, which I have ...
@Leeds forever! - I think this reply was meant for the guy who started this thread.聽I already bought a place in Naklua that met our requirements.聽Based on his post I'd suggested that he gets a condo instead of a house, because of how ... Read More
House buying by russ75
This is my first post so take it easy with meI'm planning on buying a 2/3 bed apartment in either Pattaya or Koh Samui, I understand that foreigners aren't allowed to own land in thailand unless they live there or have a Thai partner, which I have ...
Meh - the image didn't get through. Retry. Read More
House buying by russ75
This is my first post so take it easy with meI'm planning on buying a 2/3 bed apartment in either Pattaya or Koh Samui, I understand that foreigners aren't allowed to own land in thailand unless they live there or have a Thai partner, which I have ...
@Leeds forever! I never said anything about my kid.聽We like our beach properties to be right on the beach.聽That's how I'm set up in Acapulco and how I was set up in Rosarito.聽It's only about the aesthetics of being right on the beach ... Read More
House buying by russ75
This is my first post so take it easy with meI'm planning on buying a 2/3 bed apartment in either Pattaya or Koh Samui, I understand that foreigners aren't allowed to own land in thailand unless they live there or have a Thai partner, which I have ...
@russ75 - There's no way to buy more than 49% of a house. That's why I went the condo route. I don't remember all the details but the main gist is that you may own only 49% of the landed house, and must take a Thai entity as the owner of the other ... Read More
House buying by russ75
This is my first post so take it easy with meI'm planning on buying a 2/3 bed apartment in either Pattaya or Koh Samui, I understand that foreigners aren't allowed to own land in thailand unless they live there or have a Thai partner, which I have ...
I'm planning on buying a 2/3 bed apartment in either Pattaya or Koh Samui, I understand that foreigners aren't allowed to own land in thailandHowdy - it sounds like you're buying a condo, not a house as the title implied.聽A bit of ... Read More
Pattaya - best place to buy home appliances + installation by pr3d4t0r
Hi again!Things are shaping up well, today's questions are about appliances. I need to purchase these appliances and have them installed at the new home:Dishwasher built into the kitchen (there's space on the counter that can be claimed for this, ...
Just out of curiosity, who needs a dishwasher in Thailand? It's probably the least bought kitchen appliance. Heh - I do.When I was a teenager (1983) I had a job as a kitchen helper in Oregon USA, where washing dishes was part of my job. I swore ... Read More
Pattaya - best place to buy home appliances + installation
Hi again!Things are shaping up well, today's questions are about appliances. I need to purchase these appliances and have them installed at the new home:Dishwasher built into the kitchen (there's space on the counter that can be claimed for this, ... Read More
Home office furniture - Pattaya by pr3d4t0r
Hi!I need to set up a minimalist home office in order to make ourselves at home in Pattaya. I have no idea where to buy (physical store or on-line) these items:Stand up desk with electric motor for switching its positionA good quality computer ...
Guys, thanks for the comments. Beverages and in-person thank you to all when I get to Pattaya later this month! 馃懡馃檹馃徎 Read More
Home office furniture - Pattaya by pr3d4t0r
Hi!I need to set up a minimalist home office in order to make ourselves at home in Pattaya. I have no idea where to buy (physical store or on-line) these items:Stand up desk with electric motor for switching its positionA good quality computer ...
@chrisstoltz - Aha -- that would be fantastic.聽I have native Amazon accounts in .com (US), .com.mx (Mexico), and .co.uk (UK) -- where's your account based?聽That way I can use that one for shipping.聽I found that trying to ship some ... Read More
Pattaya: high speed Internet, condo in Wong Amat by pr3d4t0r
Greetings!I am committed to moving to Pattaya by the end of the summer. Because of my work, I need reliable high speed Internet service wherever I am. My current plan is to deploy two different providers going into the same condo, with either ...
@Leeds forever! - Thanks -- I guessed that\s what was meant. No issues if we had MB instead of mb transfer rates! Have a great weekend. Read More
Pattaya: high speed Internet, condo in Wong Amat by pr3d4t0r
Greetings!I am committed to moving to Pattaya by the end of the summer. Because of my work, I need reliable high speed Internet service wherever I am. My current plan is to deploy two different providers going into the same condo, with either ...
@wozzlegummich - Coolio, thanks. Router tap dancing coming up! Have an awesome day. Read More
Home office furniture - Pattaya
Hi!I need to set up a minimalist home office in order to make ourselves at home in Pattaya. I have no idea where to buy (physical store or on-line) these items:Stand up desk with electric motor for switching its positionA good quality computer ... Read More
Pattaya: high speed Internet, condo in Wong Amat by pr3d4t0r
Greetings!I am committed to moving to Pattaya by the end of the summer. Because of my work, I need reliable high speed Internet service wherever I am. My current plan is to deploy two different providers going into the same condo, with either ...
@Leeds forever! - It'd be one provider + Starlink or two providers (e.g. fiber / xDSL).Thanks for the quick reply - have an awesome day! Read More
Pattaya: high speed Internet, condo in Wong Amat by pr3d4t0r
Greetings!I am committed to moving to Pattaya by the end of the summer. Because of my work, I need reliable high speed Internet service wherever I am. My current plan is to deploy two different providers going into the same condo, with either ...
@Leeds forever! - Another question, for redundancy:聽are there any xDSL providers in Thailand?聽Because I don't know my new home's set up, running fiber from two different providers at the same time may not be possible.聽So thinking ... Read More
Pattaya: high speed Internet, condo in Wong Amat by pr3d4t0r
Greetings!I am committed to moving to Pattaya by the end of the summer. Because of my work, I need reliable high speed Internet service wherever I am. My current plan is to deploy two different providers going into the same condo, with either ...
@Leeds forever! - Awesome, thanks.聽I will start researching both 3BB and AIS Fibre.聽Have an awesome day. Read More
Pattaya: high speed Internet, condo in Wong Amat
Greetings!I am committed to moving to Pattaya by the end of the summer. Because of my work, I need reliable high speed Internet service wherever I am. My current plan is to deploy two different providers going into the same condo, with either ... Read More
Greetings!
Hi!My name is Eugene, and I'm planning to move to Pattaya for the next 2-3 years, seeking a healthy change of environment. I've been an expat all over Europe, Russia, the Ukraine, and Japan. Our new condo is in Wong Amat beach, Pattaya ... Read More