Keithambrose

Indeed!

Yes, the 'tip off,' number of officers there, and Bt20,000 all are odd. However he seems to have admitted he was carrying the bags of 'tea',and talked about Snoopy, etc, so it doesn't look as if he was framed. He could be on drugs, perhaps? Family are involved in the pop industry, i gather. Or just very dim. Some time ago, I enquired about one private school i had never heard of, in England, expensive, and was told it was a school 'for thickos'.

Unfortunately, there are so many things happening in the US that are literally unbelievable. Being lost for words is no longer an adequate comment.

Thanks comments. As I mentioned, I was underdressed, and I don't wear a watch. No camera, and phone firmly in pocket! New York 40 years ago taught me to avoid eye contact, and stay in the main, lighted Streets. And, as you say, stay alert!

On my last visit to Rio, now 4 years ago, I stayed at the Copacabana Palace Hotel. Nostalgia, as I had stayed there on my first visit over 40 years ago, and offed an amazingly sexy boy from one of the gay bars then round the corner. The hotel was run down then, but still impressive. In it's new incarnation it is very smart indeed, with excellent restaurants, one having a Michelin star. I restricted myself to boys off the apps, in my room, which worked well. I was attending a conference, and giving a talk, so free time a little limited! No chance to go to saunas. I chatted to the concierge, discussing old times, and asked if it was safe to walk along the sea front. He said, no! I pointed out I was in jeans, etc, so he said, OK, but turn right! I had a perfectly nice time just having a couple of beers. I would say, however, that the ordinary eye candy on display had gone down a bit over the 40 years, More overweight young guys, etc. Not sure if that was just me. Still, a great place.

Wasn't there someone called Stalin? Quite well known at the time. Only killed a few tens of millions. Nice chap really, favourite uncle.

I do think that may have been it! Somewhat seedy, but sheets were clean!

There was a short time hotel, maybe still is, off Surawong, near Patpong, which had large mirrors on the ceiling! I can't remember the name.

I have bird outline stickers that I put on my French windows to stop birds flying into the glass. Seems to work. Bit unsightly, as they are black.

Most, if not all, Governers General are citizens of the country to which they are appointed, they are not British.

I have both in my garden! Plus magpies.

Er, Mugabe died six years ago! And he was deposed in 2017.

I think that if O'Leary has his way, you couldn't pee in the aisle, as it would be full of standing passengers!

As i have said, I have known Mac for 5 years at least. He is a first class, certified, guide. I have also posted that he has had issues that have meant that he can be unreliable. I have persevered with him, nevertheless, and I hope he will prosper. He is a very decent guy who never takes advantage. As mentioned, he orders modest meals, or no meals at all. I always invite him to breakfast at the Meridien, before a tour, and it is difficult to get him to eat anything!

I find it rather depressing that this filter is needed. It is made clear, that although the guides are gay, they are guides, not sex companions.

Everything?

As pointed out the website. Is clear, at least to me. I know you think it's fun to ask questions to which you already know, or should know, the answers. As others have offten said, this clearly amuses you, but it becomes tedious after a while.

I suspect he has more than two pockets!

Don't forget his multiple personalities!

No.

And no toilets!

Or me!

I don't think Olddaddy was involved!

You could try reading their website.

I hope the balcony can take the weight...