@Kevin *********

based on that logic, why remove them? Then the money will not keep flowing in. It stops. I don’t have an issue with deporting illegal immigrants that have committed a serious crime. Many immigrants perform jobs that Americans are unwilling to do themselves. They work harder than 90% of Americans. Most are just looking for a better life and a way to provide for their families. How many Americans are willing to work in the fields harvesting crops? How many Americans are willing to shuck oysters and break down crabs and shrimp on the docks? How many Americans can cook an ethnic dish and serve it in a restaurant. America has become a country of consumerism. There are still some pockets of Americans that do perform laborious jobs. But it is far and few between. History is clear. Immigrants have notoriously done the hard labor jobs that support the American economy. Think back to the slaves brought here. Think back to the Chinese brought here to build the railways. Think back to all the Irish and Polish that came and worked in factories and farms. The list goes on and on.

I am an American. I am a consumer. I rely on immigrants to feed me, clothe me, take care of my yard. Why? Because they can do what I cannot.

For the OP, I wish the best. I am just not a believer that this current administration will be helpful. My personal belief is that this administration is racist, bigoted and misogynistic.

@Kevin *********

no. Just a statement about the ongoing trials of immigration in this country. Immigration has been a mess for many years and administration after administration have failed to fix it. And now the current administration is doing its best to kick out virtually all immigrants.

@Eric ********

never mentioned race. I just pointed out that this administration doesn’t want immigrants coming here. UNLESS they have a lot of money or really white, IE: South African whites.

@Melanie *************

and another thing. I never mentioned the wife’s race. I said where she was deported to. It was never about race. It’s about immigration. Something that America was founded on. Unless you are purebred American Indian, you and I and everyone else is an immigrant or child of an immigrant. Let you brain think about that for a moment. And see who has the low IQ.

@Melanie *************

the GOP are the ones trying to erase history and anyone of color. The GOP are the ones trying to dumb down the education in this country. The GOP just passed a law to give 83 people a tax break so they could take food and medical care from millions. Those of us that have a brain and can think can see for ourselves the harm caused by this administration. Those too stupid to see otherwise, just want to believe conspiracies. The GOP want everyone to be stupid so they can be led like sheep to the slaughter. Better to be woke than stupid.

Good luck with this administration. They recently deported a wife back to Australia, who was visiting her military husband in Hawaii. This administration is racist.

Contact your IT department and have them remotely adjust the settings.

The advice everyone has said all have some merit. BUT….

First, see what your local provider has in the way of international coverage. You may not need to do anything, depending on how long you will be traveling.

Second, see if your phone supports two eSIM. If so, you can purchase one at the airport or wait till you are settled. If I’m not mistaken, there are three providers in Thailand. AIS, DTAC and TRUE. I, am personally, a data hog. So I chose an unlimited plan by AIS. I also plan on returning to Thailand multiple times per year. So I can keep my Thai number active for a small monthly fee (40 baht).

There are a number of YouTube videos that talk about this and other things you may want to know before you go. Certain apps to have on your phone as well. Depending upon which airport you are arriving in, you will ant to know where to exchange currency. DON’T go to first kiosk you see. There is one video that tells you where to go in BKK airport for money exchange, eSIM and ride-share to save you money.

Be smart. Do a little research and most of all have fun. Don’t stress.

From the west coast, try Starlux or EVA air. Flights directly to Chiang Mai via Taipei.

@Dennis *********

not true. Farang cannot own land. They can own a house as long as they have a proper lease on the land.