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What are some experiences and tips for long-term stays in Thailand?

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@Alex *********

I rather agree with you ,I have a Thai wife .We visit her home in Nakhon Ratchasima and it feels like the real Thailand to me . I do visit big city,s but after a few days they feel very crowded /Too Busy.

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Do I need to close my UK bank accounts when moving to Thailand?

Ivan *********

I went into the branch in Ashford Kent . I know that provincial branch,s can be ill informed . I had an experience where My Bank was telling me I needed IBN numbers for a Swift money transfer ( That is true for the EU but not Asia .

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Do I need to close my UK bank accounts when moving to Thailand?

Ivan *********

I asked in my Local HSBC and they said I could not have an international account ... I think I need to dig deeper ?

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Do I need to close my UK bank accounts when moving to Thailand?

Ivan *********

I think the advice about having to close a UK Bank Account is rather weird /Wrong ? What is your source for that comment ?

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What are some good beach destinations within three hours of Bangkok that offer clean beaches at reasonable prices?

Ivan *********

Must be Great , Thai people go there /Live there .

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What can I expect as a first-time expat in Pattaya for two months?

Ivan *********

I agree with you -I go to Nakhon Ratchasima because my wife comes from the North East . My perspective is that this is the Real Thailand .I am always made to feel welcome when I visit . Also I love the stunning sunsets and admiring the Peace of Rural Thailand .

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Why are flight prices to Thailand so high right now?

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@Tom ***********

I went to Bangkok last October , The price was realistic . I had my my usual stop in Doha.

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Why are flight prices to Thailand so high right now?

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@Christopher *******

I agree . I start looking Months ahead of my rough departure dates. If you go at short notice you just have to pay the price or vary your schedule .

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Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

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😃

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Why are there so many sarcastic comments on expat groups about Thailand?

Ivan *********

I think I rather agree with your Comments . Why do I say this? -I have got a lot of information from Forums online -I made the mistake of thinking that everything /opinion was true . I am lucky to have a Thai wife to ask for what is real/Unreal advice .I think now I go through a sifting process to find what is Real /Unreal advice .

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