BANGKOK, PATTAYA, PHUKET, THAILAND. 30 HOLIDAY TIPS.

[@rob.m3647]

Also don’t forget ATM machines in Thailand gives you your money before it gives your card back. So always try and remember to wait for your card back. In the uk the card always comes out first.

[@gurufabbes1]

Same, forgot two cards in ATMs on two separate trips. Felt like a complete idiot.

[@wezza60]

Yes, I done that once, luckily I had a backup global currency card.

[@HoangPham-wh5gv]

Always double check

[@ronald3921]

Great advice, the only thing I can add is that it might now be better to get an eSIM instead of an actual SIM card

[@paulhoskin3286]

The most important thing is to understand a bar girl or gogo girl is not your girlfriend . so spend your money accordingly

[@DanishBacon555]

Stop talking sense Paul 🤣

[@traveler7249]

Yes sir Many people confuse the two "L" words. Lust is not Love. ++ Lease don't buy.

[@tomgodheart4557]

So fuckin insane true dude

[@FormerGovernmentHuman]

Applies to strippers or any kind of “adult entertainment” district you ever find yourself in.

[@rishiout5233]

Get ya moneys worth gents 👍

[@1974mysteryman]

Thank you so much for this. I am planning my first trip to Thailand is the next 6 weeks or so. This was so helpful!

[@scottdilley356]

Oh i was just thinking about the airport shuttle are they cheaper than a taxi

[@scottdilley356]

Opps from Bangkok to Pattaya

[@ThailandBound]

Bus, is good

[@ricksmith7308]

Some really great advice even for seasoned travellers given the 2 to 3 year travel restrictions

[@ddyeo503]

I was in Phuket and I used a ATM machine that was not in front of the bank, and it ate my credit card. So you couldn't go into the bank and get someone to open the ATM up to get your card back. Always use the ATM's in front of banks during work hours if you must use an ATM,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@HybridRealmyt]

Just before my holiday .a guide for me i guess ....

[@mickeyp5122]

Have a fantastic holiday Sawan

[@HybridRealmyt]

Thank you so much mickey ☺️

[@keithbenfield9238]

This is the best explanation video I have found on KZbin. Thank you.

[@ThailandBound]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chrismiles8297]

Good points. Laundry you can get washed for 50 baht per kilo.

[@DenverBrad]

Awesome video and very informative. I’m going to Thailand in January. Can you recommend any health insurance companies? Thank you

[@mericksonw1]

Thanks Peter. Good reminders for even for the seasoned Thailand traveler.

[@craigmacura]

Thank you for the update and information. I am going to try a esim card this time before going to Thailand. Much cheaper and you don’t need to remove your existing SIM card. An eSIM is a digital SIM that allows you to activate a cellular plan from your carrier without having to use a physical nano-SIM. I hope this is useful. Cheers Craig.

[@georgiahancock3142]

Thanks so much for this - I am going in August for 6 weeks

[@hammalamiri12]

Much praise, great advice and appreciate the time you have taken to put this video together

[@alexyp]

for exchange money it's the same in the philippines, the airport normally has one of the lowest rates, meaning if you exchange say 2000 dollars there, your going to lose enough to pay for a nice hotel for 2 nights ^^ always find cash exchange shops and (( never go to those shops when drunk ))

[@stevemorris3751]

Great info there Peter I’ll be heading to Chiangmai next July for a month Thanks again ☘️

[@pearsonm1306]

Great tips, you should do this more often

[@ThailandBound]

Volume 2, next 30 tips on Sunday

[@ralphjeffrey3113]

Hi Peter. One thing iff you like to pack lite you really only need shorts and t shirts which you can buy on many street stalls also there are many taylors. DONT FORGET TO HAGGLE. Thanks bye.

[@ThailandBound]

Haggling was one of the points in my video today.

[@damon3487]

Thanks Peter a very informative video.and great useful tips.oh and happy Father’s Day.hope you had a great day. I thought 💭 about my father a lot today.regards damon 👍🏼😉👍🏼

[@wl88168]

40:32 i'd check by walking straight up to the temple first and see if such garments are being provided FREE. have seen numerous videos where thais stop foreigners a little bit a-ways from the temple insisting you pay for the garments when it is actually officially free when you walk up closer to the temple.

[@chrisgilling543]

Appreciate all the work that went i to making this video Peter 👍

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks Chris

[@jefffriedrice4603]

As recommended I was waiting for this! Thank you Peter!

[@larryjelmyer5441]

Peter. You've gotten very very good at this and your followers also share some great information. I have been preparing for my trip in November and your videos are very helpful. Didn't know about the vaping restriction and a few of the other comments. Rock Solid Video and keep up the great work.

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks Larry vol 2 coming out on Sunday another 30 tips

[@prestonmonroe2838]

Peter. Thank for your post. You're alright bud. Laguna Beach California here

[@peterkapshuk1960]

Highly informative and well presented video that will assist in making my first trip to Thailand enjoyable.

[@ThailandBound]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mickeyp5122]

Great advice as always Peter! Happy Fathers day

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks Mickey!

[@georgemarsilio5122]

oh well......there goes paradise

[@pb2067]

Great tips Peter well put together another tip regarding using ATM newbies be aware ATMs overthere give you the money 1st then return your card after as opposed to other way round as here in UK , its easy to walk away with your money and forget to collect your card back caught me out a few times when over there

[@ThailandBound]

Yes I've covered this point in volume two

[@livsstilen]

But if you go shopping on let's say Big C, and you pay with your visa card, the rate is very fair, and no fee. In vietnam I hacked the system by adding 2 million dong to the bill, and the restaurant kindly give me the money.😊 I guess some of restaurants in thailand could do the same? Another trick I use is to help someone in the willage shopping. They pay me in cash, but I buy it with my credit card😊

[@raymondrossiter5324]

Thanks Peter for the great tips, very informative and knowledgeable video, I been to Thailand before you learn something knew, thanks for the video very good.

[@Mr_Rich8888]

Thanks for the info !!!

[@craigerrington505]

Just came across ur channel, 30 things in Thailand, what a cracking video mate

[@ThailandBound]

Cheers Craig appreciate that

[@dc7279]

Excellent review v informative

[@ThailandBound]

Thank you!

[@JerseyCityGuy]

This was absolutely fantastic.thank you. One thing I will add is that Thailand has one of the highest traffic deaths in the world. Ask anyone there if they knew someone that was injured or died. Everyone has stories. I knew a British farong who was cut in half. Please always think of that.

[@ThailandBound]

I have a volume 2 coming out today Paul. I tried to stay away from the negative stuff it was more of advice.

[@cdpgbc-mw2kz]

Greetings from Canada. Very informative. Thanks for posting.

[@brianstreet5223]

great informative video for any newbie or even me after 2 years away 555 cheers

[@enzopastore5811]

HELLO PETER,I’VE BEEN FOLLOWING YOUR CHANEL FOR THE LAST 6 MONTHS AND REALLY ENJOY LISTENING TO YOUR VIDEOS.I DON’T HAVE ANY INTENTION ON VISITING THAILAND BUT I FIND LISTENING TO YOU WHILE TRAINING AT THE GYM VERY SOOTHING.I’M SURE YOU WILL HAVE A POOL OF LADIES LINING UP FOR YOU AS A SOON TO BE SINGLE MAN,HEHEHE.KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.

[@ThailandBound]

A pool of ladies ha ha, no I don't think they will want me, I am poor.

[@derekwhoelse8359]

Top review Peter, thanks.

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks 👍

[@karimfarangfromthejungle6027]

In Maya mall In Chiang Mai, we have the fancy Japanese toilets that do the full works with a control panel. Washes your back side with soapy water, rinses and then air dries to finish.

[@jamesknight8035]

Also Peter. Weed is now legal in Thailand. From the 1st of June Please keep up. 🙏🏻

[@ThailandBound]

With regards to your comment on we'd please watch my follow-up video released on Sunday where I explain this. But I will say this here, " Thailand is not the new Amsterdam of the Far East"

[@jamesknight8035]

@@ThailandBound Peter I do agree that Thailand is not the new Amsterdam. And I'm pretty sure many of us wouldn't want it to be! Thailand is what it is and we all enjoy it for different reasons.

[@jeanpaul4100]

Canada laughs at Amsterdam when it comes to weed now.

[@elterrifico9522]

Good solid info. Might even make a good book.

[@ThailandBound]

Definitely ha ha!

[@jeoffreymealey]

I would only recommend one pair of nice pants or jeans. In case you want to go to decant night club in Bangkok etc.

[@mrobins1974]

Good work mate 👍 Well explained 👏 From a constant visitor.

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks 👍

[@titi7776]

27)Don't overpack - so true - i could do laundry very easily. Also avoid hard-suitcase, it is easier to carry a big backpack especially if you change hotels and move a lot across the country.

[@twentyrothmans7308]

A lot of work went into this, Peter - thank you! I'm a bit of a noob compared to you (29 years and 25 visits), but here are my opinions/expansions on your points from what I've seen and done - wrongly. 2) If possible, obtain the business card from your hotel, with its address written on it in Thai. If you're going out, ask the hotel staff to instruct the driver of your taxi . 5) Agoda has great rates but if you have hotel membership (Hyatt/Accor/Hilton/Marriott) you won't get any points or privileges. 11) Small denominations of B20, B50, B100 are worth their weight in gold for small tips here and there. 7/11s are good for obtaining these, if not the money changer. £50 are best rate when you are cashing. 14) You never know when you have to drop your shoes, so make sure your socks are new. If you have size 12 feet, don't count on buying them there. 20) If anyone has a proven method of handling perspiration, please sing out! Always carry a bottle of frozen water with towelettes/flannels wrapped around it when you go out. 21) Immodium is your friend and eat farang food from 13 Coins &c. on the night before you fly home - it's not the time to experiment. I pop one before the flight just in case. 23) Haggling is best done with a smile. If he lets you walk away, either he wouldn't make money or he'd rather go for easier prey. 27) If you want to go into the Oriental, you will need to be dressed properly. May I add a few? Good whisky or (practically any decent) wine are highly prized gifts and go a long way. If nobody deserves it, you can drink it yourself :-) If you are going to treat yourself to a business class internal flight, note that the lounge and the flight will be dry. In Bangkok, move your hotel to be close to where you want to go if you want to shop, avoid congestion, or get home quickly when you're out late. Small family restaurants catering mainly for Thais in small sois offer food to die for and will really look after you if you make repeat visits. (This is for solos or couples, not for a cohort of rowdy men). Mom and pop shops sell many of the same things as 7-11 and Family Mart at the same price, and will be glad of your business. Cash only. If you prefer wearing made to measure clothes, ask an old hand for a good tailor (ignore the touts) and a suit will take about ten days and three/four fittings. Finally, never show anger. We're guests in their country and this isn't some sort of inclusivity workshop. Even if you get ripped off a bit, just smile, let it go and get out.

[@ThailandBound]

Twenty Rothmans: I almost deleted this comment as many of these tips (not all) are in my volume two which will be uploaded in a week or two and I thought what is the point if they are in the comments already. However, that said, you did a great job with these and to be honest 2 or 3 I had forgotten about so thank you.

[@twentyrothmans7308]

@@ThailandBound Hi Peter, please delete it if you wish, I would prefer it if the tips came from you as they will have more credibility.

[@wezza60]

I remember in October 2017, stopped in Patong for a few days, on my last day just before going to Phuket airport, i ate a toasted ham and cheese Sandwich, at the time something didn't taste quite right, so didn't eat the rest, by the time I got on the Jetstar flight to Melbourne, I was chucking up on the plane.

[@wezza60]

@@twentyrothmans7308 But you give great advice as well, nothing like some great brainstorming from all experienced travellers to Thailand🙂

[@wezza60]

Also with #20, I have these neck coolers that have crystals in them that turn to gel when wet, I use them on motorbike rides in warmer weather at home and in Thailand, you soak them in icy water or just cold water, even drop them once wet in a freezer for 20 minutes and tie them around your neck, they cool the blood running through the caratroid artery in the neck, makes a big difference, they sell on Ebay.

[@tarrondrichburgh5536]

Your video is very informative. Thank you

[@davetherave1729]

Hi Peter your Friday night live streams are the perfect medicine for me. 👌Always watch them. With the Thailand pass being scrapped soon I was thinking of visiting Bangkok in October. I've had my 3rd booster jab in February. Will be that be sufficient enough to enter?

[@JavierLopez-jm7nd]

Hi Peter....! Greetings from Bangkok...! Tonight I was having a couple of beers in your favourite spot opposite Hooters in Nana Plaza..! My last week here in Thailand...! I’m having a great time. Pattaya was absolutely Amazing. Sorry I missed your livestream last Friday. I think many people will find this Video very interesting and useful. Lots and lots of great stuff to consider if you travelling to Thailand for the first time. Lovely to hear from you again Mate and look after yourself. See you soon..!

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks Javier, Glad to hear your having a good time.

[@rickshoup4833]

Hi Peter. I retired and moved to Hua Hin 2 weeks ago. I will buy you beers when you get here as a small token of the great job you do.

[@ThailandBound]

And I will buy you one back Rick! 😍

[@routex1]

Thank you so much, this was quite informative! I took notes :D

[@ThailandBound]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Daveador876]

I fly out in 229 days, can't wait. Going for a diving holiday in Jordan in November but I'm more excited about Thailand.

[@ThailandBound]

Sounds great!

[@flash132]

Greetings from China. Thanks for the video, Peter. Take care

[@slumberinc]

Super rich in the Airport.... easy and same rates as in BKK city centre.

[@ThailandBound]

Why waste your time at the airport when they have a super rich at the mall next to Terminal 21 0n Sukhumvit?

[@philipTOMPSETT]

Really useful. Thanks for doing that!

[@ThailandBound]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johannieuwenhuizen8011]

Very good video with good and useful information. Thank you very much. Very helpful. Maybe add on to your motorcycle renting - NB - International driving permit + do not leave passport and driving licence - leave certified copies.

[@Mike11219USA]

Easiest way to avoid the ATM fees is the Charles Schwab checking account. They reimburse all atm fees no matter how high. You could put just your budget amount into the account.

[@markhewitt4307]

It's great to see this video and have any question I may have had answered. I've learned alot from this channel but there were a few things I wasn't aware of. Thanks Peter!

[@ThailandBound]

Another 30 coming soon.

[@markhewitt4307]

@@ThailandBound can't wait!

[@worldtraveller4ever517]

Excellent video Peter, i have been to Thailand a dozen and never thought of some of the tips you mentioned 👍

[@ThailandBound]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@martincrazereptiles8477]

Great tips 😄👍 this very helpful

[@traveler7249]

-- Most modern electronics will use 220 or 110Volt... but "verify". -- If your device doesn't, a voltage --- "transformer" --- is required for devices using 110/115/120 Volts. ++ An "adapter" allows one plug configuration to fit another.

[@stephencostello1296]

Thanks for the informative video buddy. Been a few times to Thailand and just learnt a few more things . Cheers 👍

[@ThailandBound]

Volume 2 will be out this Sunday

[@JerseyCityGuy]

Haha. I was in a resort . I had a problem with the sole of my foot. I could only explain by showing it to the girl at the desk. Ill never forget myself!

[@tomgodheart4557]

Dude thats must be really amazing funny 4 you

[@JerseyCityGuy]

@@tomgodheart4557 lol totally humiliated in retrospect

[@tonyste12]

lol

[@tomgodheart4557]

@@JerseyCityGuy all the best for you dude

[@jonhobson3592]

Nice one thanks 🙏

[@CousinDupree1]

-Deodorant can be used as insect repellent. It's a good idea to keep insect repellent handy or spread on deodorant. -I thought it pretty extreme to not use tap water even for brushing teeth; I don't drink it but I don't think that it's so bad as to worry about brushing one's teeth with it. I don't think that the water is bad at all. -Don't play millionaire. When you overpay, you mess up the price scale for others who are actually trying to get a decent price.

[@CousinDupree1]

Good video Peter!

[@ThailandBound]

Hi Cousin Dupree, I know you are a long time viewer and subscriber to the channel, thank you. However, I really must disagree with you on these two points. Firstly, I think it is up to the individual how much he/she decides to pay/tip. I personally would not be influenced by your comment, it really is only the business of the person paying or tipping and no one else. Secondly, of course, like the tipping it is up to the individual if he/she decides to brush his/her teeth with tap water however, the next time you do this please think about the number of dead rats, cats, birds and even human waste that gets into the water system.

[@CousinDupree1]

@@ThailandBound Regarding your disagreements: No problem; we disagree. Moving right along......All my best to you and your subscribers.

[@Jon.......]

Interesting & helpful, as I plan to visit Thailand next year. About your previous diabetes, how did you beat it?

[@wockasworld5826]

Peter this was all great stuff mate .. first time I’ve left a comment on KZbin after watching you experienced Thailand KZbinr boys over many years so I am serious . Love sitting in the pool over here ( Brisbane Australia ) on the weekends watching your viewers stories and one day I’ll send you mine . Been extremely happy married to a Chiang Rai girl for over 10 years now and just keeps getting better .. started a bit rocky .. but another story 😉 Only thing I could add to this video is I have a no annual fee debit card in Australia that accepts the fee from international ATM’s . And it pays very comparative exchange rates .. I’ve been going to Thailand about 15 years now and have never had to exchange cash or take any over . Anyway cobber .. great stuff .. love ya work ! Thanks for putting the effort in to open up our eyes big fella but in the long run as you say just enjoy yourself .. be respectful and show a few manners … and what a great time you’ll have in Thailand ! 😉 Ta mate !

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks for your positive feedback, I appreciate it and look forward to receiving your story one day.

[@what.i.see.photography7077]

Great video, thank you 🙏

[@ThailandBound]

My pleasure!

[@JE-gy4ew]

In my experience the best rates are given at Superrich and the one next to them at the airport. Of course Superrich in the city will give the same rate as well.

[@speedypanda454]

Nice,...thank You

[@ThailandBound]

Welcome 😊

[@rick5056]

Jet ski is a absolute no-no to rent in all area of Thailand--PERIOD.

[@davetherave1729]

Agreed. 100%.those people are gangsters. A friend of mine was held at gunpoint a few years back. They claimed he caused 30,000 baat worth of damage to a jet ski. He had no choice but to pay up. 😐😐

[@rick5056]

@@davetherave1729 Yes, even though you take a complete detailed video before you rent one. There still a good chance the Jetski renters can scam you for money. Best to avoid at all cost.

[@DigitalMediaChoas]

What about ATVs?

[@wezza60]

@@DigitalMediaChoas Best to do an ATV tour with a tour group, there is a very reliable one that operates on Mt Nak Kerd in Phuket( where the Big Buddha is).

[@DigitalMediaChoas]

@@wezza60 well I guess that's out of the plan too because I will be in Pattaya 😔

[@davidkeller9293]

You can bye pot in shopping centers now.

[@ThailandBound]

David you need to go on to a Thai website and read the rules, Bangkok is not Amsterdam

[@scottdilley356]

Ill be there soon talk soon

[@Brandon-yr9jb]

Some feedback on your book - within the first two pages I was hit with a bunch of British slang that I didn't understand.

[@ThailandBound]

Brandon: Sorry about that. Please ask Amazon for a refund

[@joebo6889]

Also if you all can't do the chip for the phone for internet. Rent the wifi at the airport works great. Me and my friend were sharing it

[@traveler7249]

Grab taxis, and Grab motorcycle taxis are currently being severely limited. Thousands are being put out of a job. ++ My hypothesis (theory) is the taxi mafia gained traction with politicians who "created" or "enforced existing" laws. ++ Hopefully, it will be sorted soon and everyone will have more choices.

[@traveler7249]

Remember, the Taxi mafia completely shut down Uber in 2017/2018 -- competition???

[@coffeejazzvibes2194]

30 things that's a lot to remember 😁

[@ThailandBound]

Which is why I cut it down from 100

[@Mikeb8134]

@@ThailandBound I'd watch the other 70! Thanks.

[@mayakennedy2049]

Hi, is AUD travel insurance booklet valid in Thailand ? Issued by medicare office. Thank you.

[@ThailandBound]

You can find out from the Thai Embassy in your country I don't have a clue to be honest with you

[@timlines7677]

The markets in Patpong are not currently running. The bars are getting lively again but it's odd walking down there without the hustle and bustle of the market.

[@ThailandBound]

Yes I was in Patpong in December it was a ghost town.

[@rickyhuynh3611]

Can you confirm if it has been legalised? As I watched a video of tourist going to weed cafes in Bangkok?

[@ThailandBound]

No it hasn't been legalised it's been decriminalised a big difference

[@sg16wave]

I have a question, if you need to go to the hospital in Thailand say expenses 20.000+ baht. Show them your VISA card which has an acceptable insurance policy. Is that enough or might you need to put out money personally and then get repaid from the insurance company that is behind your VISA insurance.

[@ThailandBound]

You should get insurance before you go to Thailand then you can show the hospital your card

[@VastChoirs]

Nice! Good to have an unexpected upload, Peter. School year is ended so you can produce more videos, yeah?

[@ThailandBound]

I hope to spend 2 months in Bangkok when the schools break up.

[@waymoncowley436]

Top notch video 👍🏾 In one of your other videos you mentioned something about if a girl from the countryside villages has "good English" perhaps her former career might be in question 😉 How good are you saying?

[@ThailandBound]

I don't quite understand the question if you like to email me and explain it I'll write back to you

[@andre0baskin]

I can add some insight into what is going on with Agoda having dealt with them as a provider. Agoda knows full well that their major value add is the low prices that they are able to offer. As a result they are very protective of their pricing to the point where they will send people around to make sure you are not advertising equal/lower prices or even offering them to walk-in customers.

[@ThailandBound]

Good info Andre

[@ivornappinion9406]

TOP ADVICE people , every word this man said was true ! don't listen to the BS from your mates, these words could keep you out of jail and having the time of your life :}

[@retthok]

Can't find Paxil in Thailand; many have never even heard of it.

[@SiMor29]

What is your opinion on Pattaya in general?

[@ThailandBound]

Absolutely marvellous what else

[@SiMor29]

@@ThailandBound I'm moving there in October... cannot wait!

[@wayneritchey1455]

Hi Peter I want to join the live chat I still see it's showing 3 different prices which one is it?

[@ThailandBound]

Where are you seeing three different prices

[@wayneritchey1455]

@@ThailandBound hi Peter I'm seeing it on your main KZbin channel go to join and your see 3 different prices let me know I could be wrong

[@ThailandBound]

Only one showing now

[@wayneritchey1455]

@@ThailandBound thank you Peter I will join I'm really excited I just love your show

[@reddfoxx916]

Peter, not sure your away but the Thai Government is giving away 1 miillion marijuana plants for households that want one. They did a complete 180 on marijuana. I been keeping up on it. Crazier still, if u had weed confiscated you can get it returned. According to the government they have 6 tons worth 3 million dollars they ate returning (cant remeber what the baht amount was as i converted it into usd when i heard it).

[@ThailandBound]

I talked about this in my upload on Sunday

[@magamike1800]

I think 220thb to take out 30 000thb at a time is OK. just use the yellow ones. Carting loads of USD into thailand is not a good option.

[@Mikeb8134]

thanks

[@ThailandBound]

You're welcome!

[@karimfarangfromthejungle6027]

You can go into the bank and withdraw from the desk without paying 220 baht atm charge.

[@robertburnett6348]

I also go in.

[@bozenajencek]

Sunny day s kisses.

[@walterblanc9708]

If you are going to exchange money be careful with which currency you want to exchange. $ to Baht is or was the cheapest but some "lesser" known currencies have awful rates. When in the Middle East and going to Thailand it was cheaper to change Dirham to $ first before travelling then change in Thailand. This was in the 90's so maybe Yuan is better now. Oh yes you have different rates for different denominations Higher gets better!

[@wl88168]

1:56 even cards with "smart-chips" are getting cloned?!?!?! i thought those are very much more secure. besides a PIN is still needed. i've run the magnetic strip through a reader before. all that is contained is the card number on the front face of the card. REMEMBER TO ALWAYS COVER YOUR FINGERS WITH YOUR OTHER HAND WHEN KEY-ING IN YOUR PIN IN CASE THERE IS CAMERA INSTALLED TO RECORD YOUR PIN INPUT. exclusively using "bank branded" ATMs will be preferable BUT NOT FOOLPROOF as "card skimmers" can be made as an attachment that would look perfectly as though a genuine part of the ATM so ALWAYS BLOCK-HIDE YOUR FINGERS!

[@ThailandBound]

Just ask Andrew Hammond he watched his bank get siphoned in front of his very eyes after using an ATM machine in Soi LK Metro

[@wl88168]

@@ThailandBound oh well... anyhow with bank phone apps these days with card management facilities, can set withdrawal limits, enable/disable overseas activation all options only modifiable with 2-factor authentication if enabled, such fraud risks can be mitigated. makes things a little fiddlier each time you use your card but much better than losing huge chunks of your money.

[@slumberinc]

North Thailand goes down to 13-15 degrees... I've seen them burn fires to keep warm ffs.

[@ThailandBound]

🤣

[@rchilde1]

Hi, when will we see more of Nat & Dave cartoons? It;s been so long since any new episodes released.

[@ThailandBound]

Unfortunately the guy who used to do these for me has left so won't be more

[@monacojerry]

The problem with taking deodorant & sunscreen when traveling from the U.S. is that security will confiscate the stuff over a certain amount.

[@ThailandBound]

In the UK as long as it's packed into your suitcase and not hand luggage you can take as much as you want

[@ftnwo868]

Do Thai people, girls have different ideas of what deodorant etc smells good?

[@gurufabbes1]

On the point on drugs, I am curious whether this may change with the recent law changes regarding marijuana, which essentially decriminalises it. Smoking it is the remaining gray area, depending on whether its bothering other people or not.

[@wl88168]

0:55 if you have a multi-currency bank account capable of storing thai baht, would the 220b fee still apply? does a local thai get charged this very same fee when withdrawing from the atm?

[@ThailandBound]

It doesn't matter what currency you use you will be charged the 220 baht there's no getting out of it

[@wl88168]

@@ThailandBound been checking. apparently the 220b fee is for accessing from foreign accounts. local thais dont pay this particular fee. if you know and trust a local, you can use money transfer service to transfer funds into your thai friend's bank account then have him/her withdraw it for you for free. alternatively, you can transfer money to yourself through moneygram or western union then collect the cash at one of their thai collection branches - no 220b fee but one would have to investigate how relatively cost effective this method is overall.