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Up the creek without a paddle, don’t worry
Up the creek without a paddle, don’t worry. Not if you have the latest technology in kayaking. This was the message from Gary...
‘Bubbles’ & ‘Two Corsets’ sparkle at Crystal Bay
PSC Golf from The Growling Swan Monday, August 20, Crystal Bay B & C – Stableford It was a “hive of industry” at The...
Bo on top at Khao Kheow
PSC Golf from The Growling Swan Monday, July 2, Khao Kheow B & C – Stableford One annoying “no show” and one late inclusion...
Ken & Tom – winners at the Valley
PSC Golf from The Growling Swan Monday, June 18, Pleasant Valley – Stableford There were several new faces to be seen as we assembled...
Al Keith sparkles at Emerald
IPGC golf from The Haven Monday, May 28, Pattana B & C - Stableford CSS 75 NC 1st Shuichi Kodaka (19) 30pts 2nd Phil...
Australian GP this weekend
We finally get the 2011 F1 season off and running, with the Australian GP at Albert Park in Melbourne. Incidentally, the Oz GP...
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Everyone passes the buck on paying for emergency medical treatment in Thailand
The unfortunate British tourist Pamela Gatehouse is facing medical and repatriation costs of around 80,000 pounds (3 million baht) and much more if a...
The dilemmas of Thai visa agencies assisting foreigners with their immigration problems
It’s not only Thailand. Visa agents have held a prominent place throughout south east Asia for at least 30 years. Even today it is...
No sign of Thailand’s Schengen visa
WEEKEND EDITORIAL
Thailand has long been the key promoter of the “six countries one destination plan” which would allow international tourists entry to all after...
Two Thai women harassed by Indian men, fistfight breaks out on Pattaya Beach
PATTAYA, Thailand – A chaotic scene unfolded on Pattaya Beach when two Thai women were harassed by two Indian men, leading to a physical...
Free visa policy boosts Pattaya tourism, but experts warn of potential risks
PATTAYA, Thailand – The free visa policy for tourists visiting Pattaya and other parts of Thailand has been a topic of considerable discussion. According...