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From Flyertalk Wait Before You Take a Voucher for Your Canceled Flight Was your flight canceled by the coronavirus outbreak? Airlines have made it easy to get a voucher for your canceled flight. But, warn the very frequent fliers on FlyerTalk, by doing that, you could be disqualifying yourself from a cash refund. “After reading several airline coronavirus policies,” one FlyerTalker pointed out earlier this week, “I noticed that there are no mentions of refunds for flights or routes canceled by the airline. They only mention that you will get a credit that can be used later if the customer decides to cancel. “Don’t fall for it, the airlines are trying to get customers to cancel first, which would disqualify from a refund.” While a voucher is an easy way to settle over a canceled flight–some airlines will even do it automatically–it restricts your options. Airlines like them because they can settle with you without you or them having to hop on the phone. But, if you prefer cash you should know that you don’t have to take a voucher instead. The Law Is on Your Side Laws in the United States and the European Union outline when customers are entitled to cash refunds. In the US, the Department of Transportation (DOT) explains: “If your flight is canceled and you choose to cancel your trip as a result, you are entitled to a refund for the unused transportation – even for non-refundable tickets. You are also entitled to a refund for any bag fee that you paid, and any extras you may have purchased, such as a seat assignment.” In the European Union, interpretative guidelines for EU261 has been released since the COVID-19 crisis surfaced. The guidelines state: “It appears that various carriers are offering vouchers to passengers, who do not want to (or are not authorized to) travel anymore as a result of the outbreak of Covid-19. Passengers can use these vouchers for another trip with the same carrier within a timeframe established by the carrier. This situation has to be distinguished from the situation where the carrier cancels the journey and offers only a voucher instead of the choice between reimbursement and rerouting. If the carrier proposes a voucher, this offer cannot affect the passenger’s right to opt for reimbursement instead.” The full interpretation can be read here. The same passenger rights exist in Canada as well, and it is suggested that customers check the local laws to determine if they are entitled to a refund for airlines operating in countries other than the US and EU. How to Get Cash for Your Canceled Flight To avoid getting stuck with a voucher, the very frequent fliers in the FlyerTalk forum advise that you wait it out. One said, “Don’t cancel, let the airline cancel the flights, then you can demand a refund. With the current coronavirus crisis, most flights will be canceled or incur significant schedule changes that qualify for a full refund.” Another explained how the waiting game has worked out for them: “This is exactly what I am doing, waiting out the airlines. When this began I had 8 non-refundable tickets across American Airlines, United Airlines, Swiss International, Turkish Airlines, KLM, and EasyJet. At the beginning, none of the airlines would give a refund, only vouchers. Now a couple of weeks later I have recovered about $3000 as airlines cancel flights and adjust their schedules.” What If My Flight Isn’t Canceled? The one con of waiting out the airlines is if the carrier does not end up canceling the flight. At this point, if you do not wish to fly, your options are to rebook travel for a later date or take the voucher. In some cases, your credit card company may be able to help you out and reimburse your flight, but it is not guaranteed. https://www.flyertalk.com/articles/dont-take-a-voucher-for-your-canceled-flight.html

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My read of it is that visa holders (other than work permit or people who fall into the other specific categories) are simply not permitted to enter. There is no mention of visa people being allowed in, and that is consistent with how many other countries have behaved when they have shut their borders. You can't come in even if you have a previously-issued visa. That is also how the CAAT and IATA have read the rule. Only the "enumerated" classes of people can come in. As a result, even if you have a previously granted visa, you can't come in. That would pick up O and 0-A (and and TR and PE and ED) visas. Retirement extension folks I think are all either 0 or 0-A (a topic that got a lot of attention when the new health insurances rules were announced for one of those). I am sure that there will be lots of difficult fact patterns that they haven't addressed or possibly even thought of. For example, someone who is out of the country with a re-entry stamp but intended to come back to renew his or her extension but now cannot. Will he have to start the whole process over? And some people will almost certainly be royally screwed. But I think that often happens with emergency decrees - it's the nature of fallible humans around the world operating in chaotic times.

The next hot Thai guy is the werewolf from Oh My Ghost and the lover boy from Bangkok Love Story...Chaiwat Thongsaeng!!!

A whatsapp status a friend has forwarded me, from PCC, the biggest gang in SP, running the majority of the favelas in the state.

From Bangkok Post Emergency decree bans entry to foreigners Foreigners will be banned from entering the country under the emergency decree being invoked to combat at the coronavirus pandemic. The emergency decree comes into effect at midnight on Wednesday, and remains in force through April 30. The decree bans all foreigners from entry at all entry points - the exceptions being shippers, diplomats, drivers, pilots and others permitted by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. Thais stranded in other countries will be allowed to return, it added. People under the age of five years and over 70 are encouraged to stay home, and public gatherings are banned, under the announcement. The decree authorises Gen Prayut to chair the centre to fight the virus, with the permanent secretaries of public health, interior, commerce and foreign affairs to help him. The supreme commander of the armed forces has been given responsibility for security affairs. "Only necessary measures will be issued, to prevent the spread of the virus," the announcement said. Gen Prayut said all shops selling food and essential consumer goods can remain open. He warned that anybody taking advantage of the situation for their own benefit will face stern action - an apparent reference to hoarders. More measures are expected to be announced. https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/1886270/emergency-decree-bans-entry-to-foreigners

The actual suggestion is to take a deep breath and hold it for 10 seconds. The point is that those with lung infestations cannot do this without coughing. Of course this ad hoc test does not prove lack of illness, only a possible marker. Best regards, RA1

what's impossible? just find out who will bottom

For flights to Thailand I'd never contemplate asking for refund as it's sure thing sooner or later ( read 'even sooner" ) I be itching to fly anyways. But thank you for informing us about the options

It's posts like these that inform me about my ignorance of the other board. If I visit there, it's for the briefest of seconds. I had no idea a member there could be "rated." As I said, anyone who gets his nuts tickled by talking politics on an escort board deserves to be shoulder-to-shoulder with an ASSHOLE. If I had my way, all Republicans would be denied membership to an escort board.until they stood up and voted for legalization of sex work. I'm sick and tired of the FUCKING HYPOCRITES.

Geez, do cretins like this really exist over there? I'm so bad at usernames. I don't know who you are talking about, and I don't want to know. If it's someone who hangs in the Politics forum, then of course I wouldn't know him. If I were a board owner, I'd have to establish an asshole meter. At a certain level, voted by (paid) members, posters get to apply an asshole sticker. It would be the final step to termination. With the disaster that this virus is, my virtue of patience is wearing VERY thin.

So what's that bulge in your trousers?

And as a devoted follower of Donald Trump, Auggie is minimizing the polio epidemics in the United States and around the world before a poliomyelitis vaccine was invented in the late 1950s. And I doubt very much that everyone will get coronavirus as Auggie predicts. Thanks, SexyAsianStud.

You dont know how to talk to them? As far as hey, Im interested in fucking with you or meeting with you when Im in your city If you are hot, Im sure they will both be open since Im pretty sure they are gay....Not sure if they are single or not... But if you are too shy or don't know what to say, don't waste your time....I have heard rejection can hurt feelings...

Mario & Nadech will make a good couple, if only possible, lmao...

Boy69's post made me think. In our sixteen year relationship, P has only told me he loves me about twice. Many years ago, I once asked him why. After all, I often say that I love him. At this he smiled and then became coy. And then he said words to the effect that "it's not the Thai way to say it. You know what what's in my heart." I no longer expect it.

now I know why no boy professed to love me - I don't use wallet

I would not be there with a 10 foot pole between me and everyone.

Sorry to hear it, but it is the right analysis. Certainly hope Expedia is following the trend and accommodating people who have to cancel or reschedule.

Hey gang, I only just became aware of this site but wanted to update the information here. Regular visitor to Colombia, I spend 2 months in my second home each year. While this list is by no means exhaustive, here are some updates for those of you looking for paid "company" in Colombia for the major cities. You can always find up to date listings for paid accompanyment on Milerotics website at https://co.mileroticos.com/escorts-gay/. You will need to know both the state and city name to use the search tool. For the major cities, here are some updates: Bogota Angel’s Naked Campus Party - Twitter @AngelsNParty - Late night parties, younger crowd, orgies - Monthly events at a location in central Bogota - cost is 25,000COP - Must apply to be a member/be approved to take part St. Moritz Spa Cl. 65 # a 13 - Two floors of sauna, turco, jacuzzi, mazes - Massages on main floor, masajistas hang out by the bar - Usually 4-5 working during a shift; shift change typically happen between 5-6pm - Negotiate with masajista whether you want a masaje relejante or “full”. If you want penetration you must state that (or likewise if you want to top). This will determine the final price. Dagoas Spa Cl. 59 ## 9-34 - close to the famous Theatron club; open 24 hours from Friday to Sunday - no longer offers sexual massage services according to website (Feb 2020). Many of the attendants offer their services on Grindr or Milerotics Gigolo’s House Strip Club - Upstairs form St. Moritz Spa (Third Floor) - Only open on Friday and Saturday; live sex show most Friday’s - Very small private curtain areas for private dances - Private dances for 50,000 – 80,000 COP – negotiate with dancer first - pay dancer directly - Most dancers are available for private session; will offer their WhatsApp contact; ask and the Maitre D will help you secure the dancers of your choice (or let you know which are off limits) Chapinero Casa de Chicos Calle 66 15-42 WhatsApp +57 3057512990 - Must call ahead for booking time - at least 1 hour notice - Up to 10 boys available at any time; massage, erotic massage, trios, quadruple available - Costs range from 130,000 COP to 220,000 COP plus tip to attendants; tips should be 10% of fee - Will send location info plus overview of boys available via WhatApp Medellín Club de Tobi Calle Cl. 47 #43-88, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/saunaclubdetobimedellin/?modal=admin_todo_tour - Masajes 60,000 - 90,000COP from menu + tip - Best looking masajistas in Medellin; there can be a wait to get the one you want - Most masajistas finish their shift by 8pm; busiest from 6 - 8pm Club 55 Calle. 55 ##45-44 - offer few masajistas per shift; can be hit or miss Ferchos Masajes Calle 58. 42-5, Medellin WhatsApp +57 312 2717925 - Open 6pm – 2am; later on weekends - Use WhatsApp and they will send “menu” - Boys work in shifts; busiest on weekends - Can drop in for beer and check out the boys in advance; let them know what you are looking for and they may call in specific boys Sillon Rojo Club Av. 33 ##65b-22, Medellín, Antioquia - Gay sex club; featuring live performances and sex parties on Thursdays (in Laureles) - Free condoms and lube, - Check schedule for events; Bears, twinks, interracial are some recent examples Cali Metropolis Club de Hombres Cl. 22 Nte. ##2N 50 - Open air bathouse/sauna next door to swingers club - Massage attendants available on weekends (Fri – Sun) until 8pm, they hang out by massage room on second floor - Cost is 60,000 to 100,000 COP depending on service (masaje relejante o masaje sensual) Cartagena Le Petit Calle Cabal, Cra. 6 #32-34 - Late night (after midnight) bar and dance club - Many working boys, particularly those from Venezuela Gabanna Club Calle Cabal, Cra. 6 #32-34 - Check the events published to Instagram and Twitter - @gabannaclubcartagena - Serves the black gay population; be respectful please - Offers darkroom, labyrinth, massage services - Massage services purchased from bar (50,000 COP - 100,000 COP) plus a minimum tip to masajista of 30,000 COP - Once a month presents live sex shows; these can be interactive, good opportunity to connect with boys open to providing services ------- Hope that is useful for anyone looking to explore Colombia. My experiences have been almost entirely positive in this beautiful country. Enjoy! I will look to see if I have recent sample photos from Ferches and Casa de los Chicos to share. MacK

BTW- Columbian miltary are on every street corner in Columbia. Absolutely georgous stunning guys in late teens who get paid about $20/month. Unfortunately a miltary truck picks them all up and carts them off to some place that must be like heaven to a gay guy. Also, in Medellin the squeegy boys on streets washing car windows are usually not half bad. And in both Bogota and Medellin the hotel guys are very attractive and seem to be willing. My first regret was not hitting on the cute thing that carried my bag to my room in Bogota. I'm sure plenty have.