Monthly Archives: February 2010

Loha Prasat- the Metal Castle

Posted on February 28, 2010 by faranginbangkok

The sun was up early today and seemed a bit angry. Possibly in response to the record snowfall in the Northeast of the USA and many questioning if global warming is real or not?  It’s real. Today was the first … Continue reading →

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Thailand Judgment Day- A Verdict and calm

Posted on February 26, 2010 by faranginbangkok

A long day of waiting, with calm. The verdict began being read at 13:00 and ended just after 20:00- former PM Thaksin lost Thb46.36 billion of the Thb76.6 billion that had been frozen, ruling that Thb46.36 billion was gained illegally … Continue reading →

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Thai Massage: The Most Intimate Activity in Bangkok

Posted on February 26, 2010 by faranginbangkok

Yes, the most intimate experience, and a great culture experience. The intimacy is not derived from the clothing, you are always fully clothed- but how else do you describe a two hour experience where a member of the opposite sex … Continue reading →

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The Day before Thailand Judegment Day- All is Quiet

Posted on February 25, 2010 by faranginbangkok

Unlike the past protests in Hua Hin and at the airports, the government appears well prepared and in control. The police and military are in place and the government has worked with the media to avoid hype. The UDD party … Continue reading →

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Travel To Bangkok before and after February 26, 2010 “Thailand Judgment Day”

Posted on February 24, 2010 by faranginbangkok

Question I have been asked: Is it safe to travel to Bangkok now and immediately after the February 26, 2010 Thaksin asset ruling? Yes. As of 24 February, 27 Countries have issued some kind of travel advisory (http://bangkokpost.com/business/tourism/33418/tat-prepared-for-crisis ). Safety … Continue reading →

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Politics in Thailand- 3 Days until Judgment Day

Posted on February 23, 2010 by faranginbangkok

Tuesday night, 23 February. I will switch into CNN Newsdrama mode. In case of a major riot I will email Anderson Cooper and ask if a tight black or grey t-shirt is the best for coverage. Hopefully I can make … Continue reading →

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The Center of Commerce in Thailand: 7-ELEVEN

Posted on February 23, 2010 by faranginbangkok

The most popular destination in Thailand is? Phuket? Bangkok? Chang Mai? No, wrong, nope. 7-ELEVEN. As in the 7-Eleven convenience store. Yep, but not the 7-Eleven we know and ignore in America. Small, clean, efficient stores that are truly one-stop … Continue reading →

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Thai Politics- Thaksin, Bht 76.6 million, Thailand Judgment Day- February 26, Shirt Color

Posted on February 22, 2010 by faranginbangkok

This week is all about Thai Politics- “Judgment Day” will be February 26, 2010. This is a major day and happening, tension is running high in Bangkok, Judgment Day will bring military and possible protests, 8 countries have issued travel … Continue reading →

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Thai Politics- Throwing Poo and Riding in (safe) Style

Posted on February 21, 2010 by faranginbangkok

Friday, February 26 is Judgment day in Thailand- the fate of former Prime Minster Thaksin Shinawatra’s 76.8 million Baht fortune will be decided- the money has been frozen as the current government and courts investigate if the office of PM … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year Celebration 2010- Bangkok Chinatown

Posted on February 16, 2010 by faranginbangkok

The Chinese New Year is a very large celebration in Bangkok- over 10% of the population in Bangkok is Chinese, there are over 6,000,000 Chinese living in Thailand- the second largest population of Chinese living outside of China. The Chinese … Continue reading →

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