I do agree, I get a small amount at my local bureau de change in the UK , I then use Superich in Bangkok . My last visit in September /October there rate was 43.5?

May I suggest that you travel very light ? If you use the Vans /Toyota minibuses there is not much luggage space anyway. Clothing in Thailand is very cheap reasonable . There is also street washing machines you can use to clean your clothes . Also Hotels /Hostels probably have washing facilitys ?One must is to have a good hat to protect against the Sun .Just shout if you need any more advice .

Pleasure -That is what a Forum is good for . we can all learn from each other experiences good /bad .

Cash ? Do your research before you have the treatment . This happened to me in Northern Thailand . I suspect that in Bangkok it might be easier?Just be aware of the issue .

I had some excellent treatment at Mahidol University in Bangkok . I believe this is also a Teaching Dental School .The process to clerk me took a while . But the treatment was Root Canal work which relieved my pain . The cost was reasonable .Be warned -I have found out that a lot of Dental Clinics do not take Foreign Credit /Debit cards .

Also on a positive note , I found Jomtiem more to my tastes( Less like the Wild West !

I do envy you . The rain is relentless in Uk at the moment . I went to Thailand and caught the tail end of the rainy season . I have visited Pattaya and mixed feeling .. I like the beach /cold beer on the beach . I thought some of the bars were just honey traps .

I have a question -I am married to Thai national and live in the UK with my wife . What are the fine details for me to stay in Thailand for 3-6 months at a time ? All answers /Advice appreciated.

Thanks for broadening my knowledge.

I understand , now you have enlightened me . I am saying what worked for me .😃