Grimes

If you're staying near Asoke (Cowboy) then you're best changing trains at Petchaburi & taking the MRT (subway). I can't tell you it's a hike though, because I saw where the platform was being built when using the Petchaburi access to the MRT. I also think that Ploenchit BTS station is closer to Nana hotel than the Nana station. Actually I'm sure it is, as Ploenchit is Soi 0 & Nana station in line wtih Soi 7/1 & Nana hotel is on Soi 4. If you're travelling with a decent amount of baggage a cab just makes sense.

Pattaya must be for those w/o a substantial financial backing. I'd think a criminal with any money would want to hang out in someplace like Morocco.

Maybe I'm missing something. Has he gained Admin or Moderator status somehow ?

I hope I see you on my upcoming trip, bet it would be a hoot to have a few rum & cokes with you.

very insightful