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by Bilbo52
Sun Jul 04, 2021 9:39 pm
Forum: Motoring
Topic: A cautionary tale about 5 year driving license renewal at Cha am DLT
Replies: 7
Views: 1122

Re: A cautionary tale about 5 year driving license renewal at Cha am DLT

Henry 14th, how did you get on when you went to the Cha am Transport office?
by Bilbo52
Mon Jun 07, 2021 10:18 am
Forum: Motoring
Topic: A cautionary tale about 5 year driving license renewal at Cha am DLT
Replies: 7
Views: 1122

A cautionary tale about 5 year driving license renewal at Cha am DLT

Went to the Cha am Transport office (near Santorini pleasure park) last week to renew my 5 yr driving licenses for car and scooter. Here is my story: I spoke to a member of staff at the Transport office who informed me that I would need to go to the Immigration Office and get 2 certificates of resid...
by Bilbo52
Thu Mar 25, 2021 7:04 pm
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Bus schedule from Ekamai to Hua hin
Replies: 9
Views: 979

Re: Bus schedule from Ekamai to Hua hin

Thanks for your considered replies. Looks like there is a van service.
I remember taking a small bus/large van last June from HH approx soi 94 on the main road to Ekamai and return.
by Bilbo52
Thu Mar 25, 2021 1:13 pm
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Bus schedule from Ekamai to Hua hin
Replies: 9
Views: 979

Bus schedule from Ekamai to Hua hin

I would be grateful if someone can tell me the times of the bus service from Ekamai to Hua hin.
Thanks in advance
by Bilbo52
Wed Mar 03, 2021 9:42 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Sending parcel from Hua hin to Australia by sea
Replies: 10
Views: 1460

Re: Sending parcel from Hua hin to Australia by sea

Thanks all for your informed comments. I will look at Seven Seas and Packsend. Prior checked with DHL but cost was around 10k baht (by air).
by Bilbo52
Tue Mar 02, 2021 6:22 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Sending parcel from Hua hin to Australia by sea
Replies: 10
Views: 1460

Sending parcel from Hua hin to Australia by sea

I want to send to a mate who has had to return to Australia and unlikely to return to Thailand some of his possession that he left behind in Hua hin. He is not bothered about how long the parcel takes to get back to him and I suspect sea passage will be cheaper than by air. The parcel weighs approx ...
by Bilbo52
Tue Apr 25, 2017 2:48 pm
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Hua hin to Chaiyaphum town by public transport
Replies: 0
Views: 3488

Hua hin to Chaiyaphum town by public transport

Good afternoon folks, I would like to make this trip to visit an english mate of mine who lives in Chaiyaphum town. I don't have a car and don't particularly want to rent one, so would like to travel by big bus and/or train. Has anyone made this trip and who can advise on the various legs of the jou...
by Bilbo52
Mon Apr 10, 2017 7:33 pm
Forum: Legal, Visa, Finances & Employment
Topic: Thai lawyer who can handle UK divorce
Replies: 2
Views: 3281

Thai lawyer who can handle UK divorce

Folks, A mate of mine is going through a divorce in the UK and he wants to know if anyone can recommend a Thai laywer in HH who may be able to represent him here. A bit of background: He is still married in the UK, but his wife has petitioned for divorce. He has been living in Thailand for about 1.5...
by Bilbo52
Wed Nov 09, 2016 5:53 pm
Forum: Events & Activities
Topic: Yoga for a beginner
Replies: 7
Views: 3017

Re: Yoga for a beginner

Thanks for the advice guys. JW, it was bdsk1960 who asked the question about why you had to stop yoga. However, once I get back to HH tomorrow following a few days away I will follow up on the tips posted and may very well message you about your teacher once I have done a little more research. I fee...
by Bilbo52
Sun Oct 30, 2016 2:45 pm
Forum: Events & Activities
Topic: Yoga for a beginner
Replies: 7
Views: 3017

Yoga for a beginner

Folks,

I am interested in getting into Yoga. I am an absolute beginner and in my 50s. Any tips on good classes, location, times and cost? Oh and also what is involved. I want to get a bit more flexible and a little fitter.

Thanks in advance.
by Bilbo52
Tue Sep 27, 2016 11:19 am
Forum: Motoring
Topic: Motorcycle 3rd party insurance - small bike, where/ how much?
Replies: 8
Views: 2156

Re: Motorcycle 3rd party insurance - small bike, where/ how much?

Thanks guys, very useful info and Steve, point taken about the medical/accident insurance, have heard some expensive horror stories about people who don't have it.
by Bilbo52
Tue Sep 27, 2016 11:13 am
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: Recommended dentist for crown and filling
Replies: 6
Views: 4437

Re: Recommended dentist for crown and filling

Thanks, I will take a look.
by Bilbo52
Mon Sep 26, 2016 7:01 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: Recommended dentist for crown and filling
Replies: 6
Views: 4437

Recommended dentist for crown and filling

Can anyone with recent presonal experience recommend a good/qualified/professional dentist in Hua Hin as I need 2 crowns and a filling. A close estimation of cost would be useful too. Many thanks.
by Bilbo52
Mon Sep 26, 2016 6:58 pm
Forum: Motoring
Topic: Motorcycle 3rd party insurance - small bike, where/ how much?
Replies: 8
Views: 2156

Motorcycle 3rd party insurance - small bike, where/ how much?

Can anyone advise me on a good place (ie broker or other outlet) to purchase 3rd party insurance for a 110cc motorbike and the cost for a year. I am not referring to the government compulsory insurance. A standard insurance to cover 3rd party damage is what I am after, BTW the bike is old so not wor...