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I hope renting motorcycles too....

What's the odds they ALL need glasses ?

Don't leave without a home base.... From a post of someone that had businesses in Thailand and got burnt/worn out After spending more than two decades living in Thailand, there is one uncomfortable truth about Bangkok that every newcomer eventually has to confront: this city is built on impermanence. Most expats arrive with wide eyes, swept up by the energy, the nightlife, and the intoxicating freedom of a place that feels like an endless holiday. But vacationing in Bangkok and trying to build a permanent life here are two entirely different universes. Within six months to three years, the vast majority of them pack their bags and vanish. It is not the cheap, easy retirement haven many imagine, and the reality of daily life quickly wears down the romantic illusion. The hardest part of staying long-term is the quiet, exhausting cycle of building connections. You invest time, vulnerability, and genuine energy into forging meaningful friendships, only to watch those people board a flight home a year later. You find yourself trapped on an emotional treadmill, constantly having to replace people just to fill the sudden voids in your social circle. Making friends with local Thais offers warmth and genuine hospitality, but the cultural boundary remains—no matter how many years pass, you will always be the expat, the outsider passing through. Eventually, you stop building deep roots with people who are already standing with one foot out the door. You realize that expecting long-term, everyday community in a city this transient is setting yourself up for heartbreak. Bangkok does not mourn departures. It has seen millions arrive with grand plans and leave quietly in the night. The moment your seat at the bar goes cold or your condo lease expires, someone new steps right into the gap the very next day. You aren't remembered, and you aren't missed—not out of malice, but because the city and its locals are simply used to the rhythm of the revolving door. It is an unforgettable place to live, but it will never be the home you left behind. Bangkok takes everything you give it, moves at its own relentless pace, and never looks back.

Saw this posted on Social media and thought about you: Despite ongoing regional disputes, Cambodia is increasingly positioning itself as a premier, independent hub for digital nomads, retirees, and tourists. While neighboring countries like Vietnam continue to see high visitor volumes, Cambodia is drawing expats and long-term travelers by offering a unique blend of affordability, accessibility, and modernizing infrastructure. Here are 5 key factors driving Cambodia's growing appeal: Simplified Long-Term Visas: Cambodia offers one of the most straightforward visa processes in Southeast Asia. Digital nomads and remote workers can easily secure a renewable Business (E-class) Visa, while the 12-month Retirement (ER) Visa extension requires minimal paperwork and can be renewed annually. Highly Affordable Cost of Living: Retirees and nomads can maintain a comfortable lifestyle on a modest budget, with overall living costs significantly lower than in neighboring Thailand. Quality furnished housing and everyday expenses remain highly competitive. Seamless Digital Payments: In early 2025, the National Bank of Cambodia partnered with Visa to launch a Bakong-tied tourist app. This allows international visitors to link their home bank cards and seamlessly scan KHQR codes to pay at over 4.5 million local merchants, eliminating the need to carry cash. Major Infrastructure Upgrades: The country is heavily investing in its transport networks to boost independence and accessibility. This includes the launch of the new Techo International Airport (KTI) in 2025, designed to serve as a major regional hub with increased global flight connections. Thriving Expat Infrastructure: Cities like Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Sihanoukville are seeing rapid development of expat-focused amenities. The influx of over 10,000 estimated digital nomads has spurred the growth of coworking spaces, specialized legal and visa services, and active community networks

I should have said, What part of town?

Relax tiger, don't go overboard 🧐

I used to invite male flight attendants that didn't have a layover long enough to try the nightlife, to go there with me the next day.... They were always amazed, I said every bar should be like that, sit at the bar talking to friends, getting a neck massage and a blow job at the same time, how awesome was that...😝

I'm more than just a pretty face, sarcasm and emojis 😁

The big difference between sex for money and sex for free is that sex for money usually costs a lot less.

Lewis Carroll: "In the end, we only regret the chances we didn't take, the relationships we were afraid to have, and the decisions we waited too long to make."

Where r u staying....

Let us know how it goes.... 2nd cliffhanger today here....

Typical right winger.... me, me, me... until it happens to them and then WTF??? Like Reagan ....NO stem cell research...... UNTIL.... they realized it could help HIM, then it was OK.

I, along with billions of bottoms beg to differ ... it's a perfect fit and God gave us the P spot for a reason 🙏

Not Manila??

They pointed in that direction, it's a small bar..... and you came marching over, but to the wrong guy, even hugged him and shook his hand..... that's when I realized how easy you were 😝 The look on HIS face was hysterical though ....

We have that in the west.... it's called being in the closet. Also, if men want to touch you when they talk to you, maybe you're more gay acting than you perceive.... it happens, I think I'm still a top 🤷‍♂️

Yes, I forgot this one.... reminded me of when we 1st met, you went up to someone else thinking it was me... No, it was Sol, we sat together and the kid left to sit with another customer almost immediately after you bought him a drink and only took a sip from .... my frugal mind noticed and I boiled a little inside, even though it wasn't my money.

I used to work in the hotel business.... I stay at Hilton/Doubletree/Conrad/Waldorf etc... at Tarntawan prices when not busy/full. Many GM's I know or we have mutual friends, means I end up with nice upgrades/extras as well.... Even at a Hampton Inn in Mexico City I'm going to this weekend already upgraded to a 1 bedroom suite, When I was in Las Vegas at a Hilton, 1 bedroom apartment and the GM gifted me 2 Cirque de Solei tix, in Bali they treat me like I'm one of the owners, lol

Overusing emojis? And you leave us with a cliffhanger??? Forget eye rolls.... I felt like I was there reading your description and I almost 🤮 Did we meet back then too?

You are THE Esteemed Forum Member however 🤷‍♂️ And you taking verbal abuse..... is that a fetish we should take note of for references down the line? He wasn't.... but after a sip of the drink you bought him, he was gone from the seat to see someone else....💸 A habit I luckily ditched when I was about 17-18....wasn't for me, it worked as a distraction to be closer to their brothers though 😉

I'm out of reactions... but I did an actual eye roll when I read that....🙄 BTW, he said he wasn't quite brave... at least he didn't say he couldn't , he's no quitter 👍

You’re just tempting fate now. 😏 Keep poking at the recently departed and we may get a resurrection sooner than expected. 😂

Your balcony looks like a great place to put a hammock for @Olddaddy Did you guys talk about that option?

OMG has it changed.... Trump is strangling the people literally.... not allowing oil/gas into the country... their elec infrastructure has all but collapsed, that's only the positive side of the story....he should be tried as an International terrorist.