@Mike ****

I’m very happy, largely because living here the people are wonderful and aren’t MAGA or anti-liberal and I’m happy to keep it that way. Wishing you a wonderful day!

Why am I not surprised at the entitlement of someone with such views.

Stay where you are. We don’t want you here. Nor will the ‘woke and liberal’ majority of Thailand. No gammon here thanks.

@Ruth ******

as I mentioned, they are obliged to provide the TM30 which is what I was referring to

They are obliged to give you the TM30.

You haven’t signed the paperwork so technically it’s not your responsibility, but your friend’s but I’m sure that doesn’t help.

It depends how much the deposit was, but if significant I’d go to the tourist police, at least to get the TM30 sorted.

@Dana ******

I just got back today and I’m on a tourist visa now. No questions or problem

You’ll be fine. You are leaving within the 30 days so just show them your booking for Laos, should they ask (which in my experience, they don’t)

Yes, definitely possible. If you’re looking for retirement with a dog, I’d recommend Hua Hin as having lots of dog friendly places.

@Michael ******

agreed.

Airasia are the most stringent and often do weigh the case. If it is over the 7kg they can make you go back to check it in and pay for it.

Yes 7kg is little for a week, so 2 options, pack light and you can hand wash clothes or get washed cheaply here, or just pay for the checked luggage.

I have flown MANY times with Airasia. You may of course be lucky… if it’s only kg they don’t bother.

You can also wear a jacket with pockets and put heavy things in pockets, wear the heavy shoes / clothes etc.

@Karen ************

I have. Took a few days. Very straight forward.