Sa-teef

"I thought Shilo's comment on not giving a rat's ass on what he left behind for his kids was a little harsh.I thought that he was going to follow up by saying that he had no kids and thats why he didn't care............apparently not.....lol I guess i'll never understand the mindset of many Americans that i encounter on this board." I think it is entirely Shilo's perogative what he does with his money. And I think there is an entire separate section open to Yank-bashing for you! If I buy real estate at all in LOS I would never dump it on my kids to dispose of it. Far better to

I'm sure you see plenty of LP taxis in Bangkok, Dave. I used to anyway, and I'm an old fart remember! I scheduled Mr Toom earlier this week and he was back to me in less than three hours! Still quoted the 1200 baht all up price to me. I'll post how his driver does (like I can keep my mouth shut about anything?) after I'm in Pattaya. ~Sa-teef

Incase Mark doesn't see this...... You might PM OnMyWay about his experiences there. Don't recall they were real positive. Or do a search better yet of Stereo...in the last six months or so..? ~Sa-teef

Just to show you I have a sense of humor...... -------------------------------------------------------------- Donald Rumsfeld briefed the President this morning. He told Bush that 3 Brazilian soldiers were killed in Iraq. To Rumsfeld's amazement, all of the color ran from Bush's face, then he collapsed onto his desk, head in hands, visibly shaken, almost whimpering. Finally, he composed himself and asked Rumsfeld, "Just exactly how many is a brazillion?" ~Sa-teef

"some friends of mine call Soi Buakhao "Cheap Charlie Avenue". " Please tell me biggs we're not gonna start down that cheap charlie st bullshit in this string again? Leave the lady some kind of tip between 20-50 baht per hour (based on service) and she will WELCOME you back the next time she sees you in the place. But like anywhere else in Patters, the TG's will tell you whatever they think is in their best interests. --------------------------------------------------------------------- "In the states, waitresses get nearly nil as an hourly wage. They depend primarily on tip

Yes, I locked in my last two trips of the year with them. I'm coming from MSP, but it's still under $1,100 with the connecting flight to ORD. That will be only three legs for me those last two trips. Always better than the usual 4. The closest thing with NWA or UA is ...not even close! $1,400 -1,600 depending on the date and day. ~Sa-teef

Jez, Dave! Just giving you a little shit! Leave your sense of humor at work? ~Sa-teef

"Only 101 days till I'm back. " Oh my Buddha! I think me and You-know-who fall in love and get married before then Dave! At the very least, she'll be whispering MY NAME in your ear the next time you see her! ~Sa-teef

Not trying to rain on your parade, but my experience there was very, VERY different. I guess NOT being from the US has a positive effect on Louis. Attitude from both him and to a lesser extent his son was the exact opposite. Glad you had a good experience there. I planned to stay there for a month in '05. Paid for the first two weeks. Left after 7 days. 'Nough said. ~Sa-teef

"Once his fleshy asscheeks were withing reach, I grabbed a big handful of each and said, "Wow, the quality IS top-notch"" Remind me not to turn my back on you Dave........ ~Sa-teef

There's a brand new one (as of this winter) up on Soi Buakhao called Thompson House in that price range. I looked at in April for my June trip. I was quoted 9,500 baht for the month including electric and water. Thompson House Pattaya It was either cleaning daily and clean linen twice a week....or the other way around! They have contact information on the website. While it was still under construction in November 2005: ~Sa-teef

Two that I am aware of. And have visited both. Champagne Ago-go: And Memories: For the first timer or someone who prefers ago-go's, there is nowhere quite like Walking Street. But speaking for myself I get a little burned-out after a few nights of the flash and glitz, so one of the smaller, quieter (and CHEAPER...) bars in the Soi Buakow area is the order of the day. I stayed at Jasmine Mansion in April which is less than two years old. I'll be staying in the same area at a VERY NICE PLACE of approximately the same vintage for what will work out to be about 600

"anywhere good in the soi chaiyapoon area for breakfast ? " Lots of options. Diana Dragon serves a good buffet, but cuts off at 1100 hour for 89 baht. Crazy Daves has a one plate breakfast for 65 baht right on Soi Chaiyapoon. The thai place right on the intersection of Soi Chaiyapoon/Soi Xzyte serves good food and your teelack will like their offerings as well. The Bakery farther down on Soi Xzyte has a great selection of cooked to order food and you can eat inside or out. ~Sa-teef "I am here but here I can only read it " Thank goodness! This power stuff goe

"Managed to get this info from a " jungle bunny " fresh from Buri on her second night in her new job.When the village monthly piss up occurs the hireachy fancy a bit of fresh with their hooch.All the unmarried girls have to line up outside their mud huts as fresh as the day they were born.The virgins must make a V sign so the chief can have a tight one if it is his wish to do so ( depends on the moon ? ). Hench the V created,the chin is just a handy resting place for the V. " And her english skills were that good? Several parts of that story are so unlikely that it defies logic. 1)

I have a picture of the place, but I've never been inside. Across from Crazy Dave's more or less, on the west end of Soi Chaiyapoon. ~Sa-teef And another pic:

Pinewood Residence off Second Rd/Soi 6 has a three bedroom suite as I recall. It was a few k, but not silly money. ~Sa-teef

And you are correct, deadman. It's the Metropole. I do like the location, being right between Soi Honey Inn and the dog leg of Soi Lk Metro. Lots of new stuff in the area. I was pleasantly surprised to see they put two new currency exchanges/ATM's within a block of Soi Buekow/Soi Dianna Inn since my November visit. Give the one infront of Siam Sawadee a little competition. Good hunting gentlemen, ~Sa-teef

Well, I guess I can understand now after reading the above post how some of Kevin's policies have evolved! The hotel expects payment in advance (on the day you check-in) along with a 1k deposit. The only water in the frig in April was glass bottles and the price list is plainly attached to the front of it. The hotel has a total of 22 rooms with a variety of sizes, and prices in low season ranging from 500?- 800 baht per day. The front of the hotel: And the lobby area: Most rooms have fullsize beds with a queensize in my 4th floor suite. All have aircon, el

"....especially about the banker sending money " But aren't all those Brits b(w)ankers? Seriously, good stuff my primate buddy. Always enjoy your contributions. ~Sa-teef

I'm stuck in a hotel in Mpls for the night since United screwed up in Chicago again and got me to town 2 hours late so I missed my shuttle bus. I hate us carriers!!!! The first two legs on CX were a pleasure of course. Got lots of pics of the place and I'll post it here and in the hotel review section in the next 48. ~Sa-teef

"Is the Roth up to 5K next year?" Yes it is. I better qualify that. For you young bucks, it's still 4k annually. For us senior citizens, it 5k for 2006! ---------------------------- I never follow anyone's recommendation. It's either old news by then, or feathering someone else's bed. I stick with what I know. I buy companies which produce superior products or deliver the best services. Taught to me by an older gentleman now passed on who worked on a loading dock, but made more money with his portfolio than he ever did working for a living. Works to a fashion

You COULD follow the signs off Third Rd.... ...to the infamous Purple Monster, Siam Sawadee on Soi Buekow. I think plahgat was being too kind about the place. Definitely a place of last resort. You can do MUCH BETTER! Dump your bag at a friendly bar where you are known and walk the area. With a budget of 10k for the month, you will find GREAT accomodations in June! Enjoy, ~Sa-teef

"HSBC in Thailand sucks." Well, that's great news since I just got an ATM card with them after opening an on-line savings account with them for : 1) the good rate and, 2) the fact that they had a Thailand presence! Guess I'll find out what their service charge is in about a week.... ~Sa-teef

I would dare to say there is FAR MORE TRAFFIC on either Second Rd or Beach Rd but I don't hear anyone warning of that noise level? My apartment in November was right on Soi Bhuekow with large glass doors facing the street and neither the TG's or I had a problem sleeping from my recollection. Yes, Soi Bhuekow is narrow and you have to keep your wits about you, but can't that be said for any of the lesser roads in Pattaya? And if you're falling down drunk you shouldn't be out wandering ANY streets alone. BTW EDP, there was a string back a few months ago which discussed the "correc

"The area to goto if you're on a budget or a tightarse " That's what I love about you Dave: never judgemental! Just so happens I'm staying on Soi Bhuekow my first trip of the year! In the suite room of a new hotel. But I'll have (at least) two dancers escorting me that first night in town...maybe more; one never knows! So am I on a budget or just a tightarse? --------------------------------------------------------------- To answer your question deadman: Soi Bhuekow is an older and a little less glamorous part of Pattaya, but has much to offer IMO. It's a bit