

eastcoast816
American °µÍø½ûÇø in Thailand
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Registration: 02 December 2014
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Halal Food in Bangkok by JWNYsg
Hi guys, Have very important Muslim guests coming to visit and their dietary requirements are strict due to their religious beliefs. Are they any good recommended Halal places to recommend? (other than food courts) Deeply appreciate any ...

Plenty of options for Halal foods in Bangkok. Read More


Fly back to return to Bangkok in July? by hdgh29
The government has extended the incoming travel ban to the end of June - what does this mean? Can we fly in to Bangkok in July? I am looking at relatively long term so not worried about initial quarantine. Its hard to get facts about what travel ...

I agree. It also depends on the country where you'll be coming from. Currently staying in Thailand and have booked our hotels and ferry tickets through PhuketFerry. The advantage is that the prices have incredibly dropped at this time. ... Read More


Changing the gasoline by Sai Ragini
Hi I am having 2017 Honda City. Till now i'm using E85 gasoline for this car. Is it okay to go for E20 because I heard that it will give better mileage when compared to E85, Now I am getting mileage of 10-12kms/ltr. If I can change it, how to ...

Yep! Car forums are your best bet. Cheers. Read More


boat travel in Bangkok by bkk tea blog
I recently took a local ferry as part of a work commute in Bangkok. I loved it! It cost 20 baht for one version and 15 for the other (not sure the difference) and it takes no time to go up and down the length of the city, and you're on a boat. ...

I also love boat travel. Good thing that local travel is allowed already in Thailand during the Covid-19 pandemic. A lot has been offered with a discounted rate. Got very cheap tickets at FerrySamui which is also open for rebooking. Can't wait ... Read More


flying to SG and trip to Bintan/Batam thrn back to SG is possible? by dellaputri_
hey Guys! I would like to ask you, I was in Singapore 17 December 2019, and I am thinking to go back there again 13 February 2020 ( by plane from CGK jakarta) but on my trip I will take a fery to Bintan on 16 Feb 2020 and return to Singapore on 19 ...

Depends. I think it's best that you contact BaliFerry to confirm these details. They are very helpful in my experience. Got 2 discounted tickets from them and was very helpful when I moved my dates to August. Contact them to know the latest ... Read More


KO YO Island Songkhla by suerte007
Hello everyone I am looking for information about this ko yo island if anyone been there like to chat with you, as far as I know there no foreigner living there and loaded with very cheap seafoods and relaxing place very cheap rental if anyone been ...

Thanks for sharing this! Have just booked on PhuketFerry with their discounted ferry trips to Hat Yai and I look forward to visiting Ko Yo Island in December. A friend of mine who visited there last year said that the island is beautiful. Read More


Health insurance by bjnstern
Hi everyone.. If there is someone experienced with health insurance in Thailand, please let me know. I would be interested in in and out patient and maternity insurance (complete). Thanks a lot!

I agree that Cigna is also equally good. Best to check the specifics of the plan coverage. Cheers. Read More


Tips for Bali and East/Java when travelling with children by Famtrav
Hi, we are a swiss family with 2 children (10,12) speaking f, d, CH-d, e travelling in Bali and East Java for 2 mo. We are "homeless" since we were living as °µÍø½ûÇø the last years. Any local tips to meet people and enjoy the nature (hiking, ...

East Java is quite family-friendly and most Indonesians are very warm and accommodating. Read More


Anybody been to Bali or Lombok ? by jerspe
Would love to talk with anybody about their experience in Bali, visiting for 3 weeks in January ? How safe you felt medically ? I know about the pollution, the mosquitoes on Lombok and the water, but if you have ever needed medical services did ...

Healthcare facilities there are very good. Been to both and it would be a great experience to explore Bali and Lombok. Transport is easy. You can use the booking company BaliFerry in organizing your travels around these areas. I personally love ... Read More


orthopedic/knee hospitals by khemara
Hello, could someone recommends a good affordable hospitals in Bangkok that specializes in Orthopedic/knee surgery please? Bumrungrad and Bangkok hospital come to mind but want to see if there are any others that are as good as those two but more ...

That's because most medical practitioners and dentists at top rated hospitals and dental clinics in Thailand are educated abroad. Read More


Can you reccomend a good Dentist in Thailand, likely Bangkok please? by dagaz1227
Hi All, Can anyone reccomend a dentist in Thailand, ideally Bangkok, please? I am travelling through Thailand for a few weeks on my way to Australia for a year (working holiday visa there). I am a US citizen currently living in Seattle and I have ...

Another vote for Thantakit International Dental Center. The place is very popular in dental tourism. Work has always been consistently flawless. Their building and facilities are impressive too. Read More


How gud are Medical Facilities in Bangkok by Efshan
Hi everyone , I am reading alot of posts from past month asking about moving to Thailand , insurance , expenses , visas and many more . I have a question in my mind please help me to solve it. How good are medical facilities in Thailand , ( and ...

The best hospitals, dental clinics and medical facilities are located in Bangkok. The bigger, tertiary hospitals do have topnotch medical facilities. Even in the dental industry, Thailand is becoming a top destination for dental tourism. Thantakit ... Read More


home oxygen by cindycoleman
can i get home oxygen equipment and supplies in Phnom Penh?

Yes, my friend did that for my mum and she was able to purchase a home oxygen, no problem. Read More


DENTAL ? Crown for tooth HOWMUCH??? by Wimbleton
please anyone have an idea how much for a crown for a tooth in PP any recommendations???

It should be reasonable compared to the prices in the west but I suggest you contact Thantakit Dental Center as I have personally used them and was completely satisfied with my experience. It's located in Bangkok though but they gave me a 10% ... Read More


Psychiatric Services in Siem Reap by Gbwilliams56
I have searched the Internet for Psychiatrist in Siem Reap but only see some listed in PP. Does anyone know of Psychiatrist in the SR area? Is traveling from SR to PP a fairly easy trip? Thank you in advance. Greg

Glad to hear that. Hope it went well! Cheers. Read More