Chiang Mai Forum

Thai / English - Farang 101

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:24:27 +0700

Ok I understand now and agree�.. I will not be able to learn enough of the language�. in the short amount of time I have available before my arrival�. With that said�..

What about the English or Western translation of various sites and locations between the expat farang crowd?

When I look at my Chiang Mai map�. I find myself just wondering about a conversation I may have with some scantily clad young lady asking me where we could meet the next day�� what would I tell her?

The big temple on the hill�..

There must be some way to communicate locations��

Only a few weeks left until my arrival. Thank You for your assistance.

Tabien Baan - Do I Need It?

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:08:42 +0700

I purchased a small condo in Chiang Mai last year but I'm only residing here for one to three weeks every couple months as I am still working overseas. I don't plan on retiring very soon. I have the blue Tabien Baan from the previous owner. When I inquired about getting a yellow one in my name at I was told I would have to get a letter from immigration to have it processed, and maybe they would not help me as I am always in Thailand on a 30 day visa waiver. So, what is the purposed of this document, how do I get one, and is it even worth the hassle at this time?

Motorcycle Frame Welding Shop Chiang Mai

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:19:32 +0700

Desperately looking for a welding shop in Chiang Mai to finish work on my 750cc Suzuki frame. For the last 5 month the motorcycle has been at a frame shop here in CM. The owner refuses to finish the job simply because I drop by twice in 4 months to see progress (no words or looks were exchanged). Need to think twice before using his services the shop is located on Assadathorn Rd just down from the intersection of Wishayanon RD. Thanks

Advice Please. Accommodation For A Group Of Six

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:27:01 +0700

I am bringing a group of six (including myself) to Chiangmai and Chiangrai between Xmas and New Year. Is it possible, in Chiangmai, to get hotel/guesthouse accommodation in two rooms - one for two people (Mrs Xang and myself) and one for four (3 adults and a child) 26-28 December?

It doesn't have to be budget accommodation - middle range would do, unless someone knows of really good deals in budget places. I was looking on the net at the Chiangmai Plaza (so we can be near the Night Bazaar). They have rooms for 4, but not for 3.

Any leads would much appreciated.

Xangsamhua

"high Season" Golf Prices

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:42:48 +0700

From 1st November

Gymkhana 500 baht for 18 holes

Stardome 700 baht for 18 holes

Please add the ones you know.

Holisay Inn -chinese Buffet

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:40:08 +0700

Saturdays only for the buffet, has only been available for a couple of months. Just tried it today with 3 Chinese and the consensus was very good.

Dim Sum, Peking duck and many more dishes. Soft drinks ,salad and ice cream also included.

Worked out about 300 baht per head with Holiday Inn discount card.

As good a quality and value as the Sunday buffet.

Pork Leg 99baht Faham Road (riverside)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:17:00 +0700

A friend told me about a nice place to eat Pork Leg for only 99baht, on Faham Road (Well the Riverside Road - near the famous Kao Soi place).

I fancy this now, does it open early? Or should I wait till the evening?

Secondhand Shops In Chiang Mai

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:24:28 +0700

Having done a search and come up blank I am interested to know if anyone is familiar with any [ good] secondhand goods shops, both buying and selling stuff? I have seen a small one on Wualai but this is really limited to small items--there was, also, a guy opened a store along Hang Dong Rd., opp. Koolapunt 9, but he's closed down. THere were a couple of large, and quite successful secondhand dealers, both farang, on Phuket some years back [ maybe still there??] but I have yet to find anything similar in C.Mai--apart from booksellers, that is. Anyone know of anywhere?

Law Firm/lawyer

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:23:27 +0700

Looking for a law firm and/or lawyer in CM, who can resolve a condo title. The condo is in CM. Any recommendations?

Looking For A Nice Hotel

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:50:42 +0700

Dear forummembers,

Last summer i went to Chiang Mai for a couple of days. In 2 weeks i am returing with a thaigirlfriend. I stayed at the Top North guesthouse. I really liked the area. I'm looking for a nice hotel ( 4 or 5 star) in that area or somewhere around the bars. Im talking about the bar block with at the end a muy thai fighting ring.

Anyone suggestions? My budget is 2500 bath a night.

Thanks

Regards,
Rob

What Trips In North By Car ?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:22:34 +0700

I ride my motorbike and nothing else if I can. It;s about seeing, smelling, feeling where I travel.
But daughter plus friend are visiting. Both don't ride bikes , want to see North by car.
3 weeks.

1. What would you do? Nice scenery . nice places to stay, not posh but comfy.
2. Mae Hong Song, go there by car without throwing up. possible?

Ma(tesol) In Payap

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:13:45 +0700

Hi;)
I have decided to enroll in MA(TESOL) at Payap University. Can anyone give me some information about the teaching and the program quality?
Payap also offers Intensive English Program. I would be very grateful foy your kind comments on both programmes.

Best Wishes,

Filofax Diary

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:32:07 +0700

Anybody seen any filofax type diary refills for 2010

I have looked in the bookshop in Robinsons but they only have normal diaries

Touch Rugby

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:09:53 +0700

We are getting together a group of people to play Touch Rugby on Sunday afternoons.

For those who do not know Touch is a non contact version of rugby that is becoming increasingly popular. There is no tackling involved so it is an ideal mixed sex sport and we already have both men and women signed up to play.

You don't have to be a rugby expert or to have played before, some of the people coming to play know nothing about rugby but Touch is a simple game so if you don't know the rules you will soon pick it up.

We plan to play at 4pm probably at CMU so if you would like to join us drop me a PM so I can confirm details. Everyone is welcome it is just for a bit of fitness and fun.

A picture's worth a thousand words to have a look at the video

Allery Prevention Covers For Mattress And Pillow

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:05:49 +0700

Has anyone found a local source for real allergy prevention covers for mattresses and pillows in Chiang Mai. I am allergic to dust mites and need to buy covers for my mattress and pillow. Has anyone purchased these in Thailand? If not, has anyone found a good mail order supply?

Water Piping Being Stolen

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:12:03 +0700

Just a quick note to those with brass pipe connections on their water meters. Many have been stolen post Loy Krathong.
On our soi about 6 went missing and apparently it was city wide. If you have a plastic connection you are OK. Ours (which is brass) is still there as it was hidden by a parked car, so I thought about painting it blue so it looks like plastic
I don't know if the water dept comes and fixes it for you or not as most people seem to have fixed themselves as they are without water.

Loy Krathong, Forever ?

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:13:55 +0700

Is it my overactive imagination or is this year's LK going on forever ?

Did I miss something or when you have heard one bang, have you not really rather heard them all ? We have been "banging" for a month or so already and the last week it has been almost continuous both night and day. The hope that it might have been over after the second parade on Tuesday seems forlorn as here at Don Chan 11am Friday morning, there has just been the most colossal explosion like an artillery shell landing. I hate to be a killjoy but I am beginning to feel shell shocked. �

This year I though there were far fewer lanterns and khrathongs but a lot more bangs and over a much longer period. � I used to love LK but have always laid low for Songkran and it is, of course, much more difficult to avoid LK or at least the noise of it.

Please don't tell me I am just a miserable old fart but really is LK never going to be over this year or are we "banging" for something else now ???

Secure Overnight Parking

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:37:25 +0700

I'm sure this question must have been covered before, but a search in the forum doesn't return anything useful.

For those of us living outside town and driving into town for a few (too many?) drinks, where can we leave the car securely parked overnight if we take a taxi home and return the next day? Obviously some of the larger hotels in town have parking areas, but as we would not be a guest leaving the car might not be appreciated. Any one know of secure places?

Thanks

Thinking Of Visiting Cm

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:12:28 +0700

Hi all,

Was thinking of going up to CM from BKK in a few weeks with my girlfriend, for a change of scenery/environment. Planning to be there for say, 4 days/3 nights.

Any recommendations or advice on travel plans, accommodation as well as things to see/do? Also, I'm budgeting about 20k THB; is this suffecient?

Many thanks.

p.s. Was also thinking of renting a car while there, is this advisable?

Finding A Girlfriend In Cm

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:35:13 +0700

Finding a girlfriend in England is not like it used to be. Now I'm past the age of fifty it seems like I don't stand a chance with any lady under the age of seventy :-(

So assume I move to CM. How available are the local ladies for relationships with old guys like me and what have been your experiences in finding loved ones. I'm not talking about bargirls or freelancers. I'd like to know how easy it is to meet educated girls from good families or at the very least a girl who is working in a position such as a hotel receptionist or a waitress in a restaurant.

Not having talked with any of the expats living in CM I'm wondering how many live with ladies they have brought over from their home country, how many found local ladies and how many live life single.

Thanks,

Mike