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There is still a shortage of decent air options for Thailand from my neck of the woods. Rather than stay overnight in Auckland I thought that a good option could be Kuala Lumpur Airport. I have had a look at some of the options but wonder if anyone out there has experience of staying at the airport. I have no desire to go into KL and only look for a place within walkable distance of the airport. I dont expect more than a ten hour stopover. I assume that people on layover like this staaying within the airport can do so without a formal visa but again, any advice appreciated.

I am an avid wine drinker at home but cannot see the value in Thailand. I do go and check out Australian and New Zealand wines when I am there. As a general rule the retail price is three times what I would pay at home. That Vella sounds like a real bargain. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Thanks for that advice. My phone crashed on my way to Thailand and I guess that it makes sense that some of the reinstalled apps don't work as before. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Thanks for that advice. My phone crashed on my way to Thailand and I guess that it makes sense that some of the reinstalled apps don't work as before. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

As a computer illiterate I appreciate your reply. I don't think you actually read my questions or comments. Like about 70 percent of the planet I have Android and as default, Chrome, Google and all its apps that come with the average mobile. It's so simple really. What was click and click again has disappeared from my phone. Its obvious that no one has given thought to my question which was part of Pattayatalk that worked before but doesn't work now. Bugger all to do with Chrome. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Thanks for trying. I guess that I am a tech illiterate. In the past it was a simple case of click the cartoon, press the down arrow which appeared below and there it was, downloaded immediately into Photos. Google Chrome simply did not feature hence my comment and I just have no idea how the Chrome and downloading the cartoon is linked. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

I just wish that I understood what you mean. I would simply click the cartoon and save and it ended up in Google Photos. Now it just won't save. I have no idea how Chrome comes into the picture. Perhaps you can enlighten me please. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Just wanted to give a plug for Canterbury Tales OK I admit that I had trouble with Google Maps as I seem to get multiple destinations. I took the radical method of asking someone who had been there. It worked. The new layout is great, easy to use and it is very well stocked as you would expect. I picked up a newly published book (2022) and for 180 baht with a 50%return discount was a bargain. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Just a techo question. Over the years I have downloaded quite a few of the excellent cartoons. Has this privilege been withdrawn or is it something to do with my account? The download arrow appears but that's as far as it gets. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

The expiry date of the visa is the day after you fly out according to your flight ticket. The last visa I applied for was requested about 8 weeks before the flight. The reasons for this is that you sometime need a bit of extra time up your sleeve. If your passport got lost in the post ! Disaster! If you have to source extra material (I had to get some scanned docs from Thailand), and so forth. I dearly hope that the 45 visa exemption is still going when I next want to visit. The cost, time and trouble of the 60 day visa isn't worth the hassle. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Not quite on topic but I would add. The package you buy has to be related to the amount of free Internet in your accommodation..I took on board the suggestion of a boardie to key in the long code from AIS. In a month I did the heavy work from the free WIFI and used my data plan when out and about. Result. I only used 80% of the package that cost me 275 baht for a month. A little bit of planning has saved me some baht. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Just to add to the topic. I have twice this year obtained a 60 day visa. As part of the application I have to supply a copy of my airline ticket. In both cases, despite the application date the visa expired the day after my flight. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Sorry that I can not be there. Congrats on getting this far but I sure that there will be more of the Cherry Bar story to come. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Looking forward to seeing Pattaya again soon! Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Thanks Phil. Little bits of good news are keeping people like myself alive and well. What's happening on the ground is always appreciated but it's a bit sad that Pete isn't keeping us updated himself. I am sure he has the time! Many of us have been going there since day one. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Easter blessings? Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Sharing a beer with your kid on can be fun! Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Taking the piss? Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

I hate growing old but the alternative is crap! Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Drinking and driving doesn't pay? Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

My take on this is that I would rather hold off and possibly pay a premium on my fare than have to worry about cancellations, re-booking, getting refunds or credit notes. Some of the horror stories on this site have made me cautious about air lines and travel agents ability to act in the best interests of the customer. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Some truth here! Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Stand to be corrected but as I see it your own country who decides who is safe to visit and this in turn sets the insurance warnings and conditions. In other words, no matter what the Thai government says, your own country could scupper the insurance cover. Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Married at first sight! Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk

Getting into a paddy! Sent from my CPH1941 using Tapatalk