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DJ Pat · 21-03-2006, 07:45 PM

This out of date "backpackers bible" has created a generation of cynical, safety first scum who do nothing to embrace local culture or impress the 'locals".

In fact visiting Big Johns is a painful experience nowadays when you gotta battle flabby arsed fisherman trouser wearing backpackers from Torquay for conversation with the great man.

John should record a series of tapes with himself repeating himself to all the "the locals are out to get me" tosspots as they head for the floating market or the weekend market or, the Grand Palace.

Thankfully the only decent instructions of this much revered giude are the instructions on how to bugger off to the airport for the flight home. And, knowing that these imbeciles will soon fall into their career jobs upon their return or worse still, return to Thailand as a teacher. But I doubt the latter as I have never seen a backpack inside a beer bar

Milkman · 21-03-2006, 07:57 PM

I was a backpacker on and off for two year in my early 20s. I learned a lot. Or at least I thought I did.

But now it seems so big. The trail seems to thick with people.

I don't talk with backpackers, and have nothing against travelers,

but Tony Wheeler....is a factor in the recent changes in South East Asia as far as backpacker, travelers, visitors, etc.

The LP is a bible: It causes a trail. A few meandor off of the trail.

I think this is good, however.....

Marmite the Dog · 21-03-2006, 08:00 PM

It's good to see you steering clear of originality Pat. Any other old topics of yours that you want to resurrect?

kingwilly · 21-03-2006, 08:05 PM

^ i cant imagine so

dirtydog · 21-03-2006, 11:20 PM

Let me just post this for pat to save him doing it...

backpackers are smelly long haired people that are really loud and obnoxious and quibble over whether water should be 5 baht or 7baht, well thats the end of this thread then

kingwilly · 22-03-2006, 07:29 AM

^ hang on DD - you missed the bit abt haggling over 25 baht flip flops at khao san rd

cantona · 22-03-2006, 07:52 AM

He's fokin' interestin' CD Pat isnt he?

DrAndy · 22-03-2006, 08:09 AM

I like Lonely Planet, and use one whenever I am travelling to a new country. It gives good information on the best places to stay; if you find a nice place that is not in it, then you know it will be half empty!!

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This out of date "backpackers bible" has created a generation of cynical, safety first scum who do nothing to embrace local culture or impress the 'locals".

as for that remark, you are a patronising ****. Generalisations such as this are so stupid and lacking in imagination. Most backpackers are young "first time" travellers, and safety is not a bad thing. I like it! So do their parents.

I can imagine you are a very experienced traveller, who gets off the beaten track to far away places, at evry opportunity. If you have lost your compassion and any memories of yourself when younger, never mind.

colourful-era · 22-03-2006, 12:02 PM

Remember the LP is always right - It says SINGHA is the only beer to drink in Thailand!

poolcleaner · 22-03-2006, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by DJ Pat

This out of date "backpackers bible" has created a generation of cynical, safety first scum who do nothing to embrace local culture or impress the 'locals".

In fact visiting Big Johns is a painful experience nowadays when you gotta battle flabby arsed fisherman trouser wearing backpackers from Torquay for conversation with the great man.

John should record a series of tapes with himself repeating himself to all the "the locals are out to get me" tosspots as they head for the floating market or the weekend market or, the Grand Palace.

Thankfully the only decent instructions of this much revered giude are the instructions on how to bugger off to the airport for the flight home. And, knowing that these imbeciles will soon fall into their career jobs upon their return or worse still, return to Thailand as a teacher. But I doubt the latter as I have never seen a backpack inside a beer bar

A legend in his own lunch box is our 'John'.

savior to backpackers who stole towels from Khao San before they went to Chiang Mai and need a safe haven to stay until they head over to Cambodia.

Texpat · 22-03-2006, 12:47 PM

I was a teenage backpacker long before I ever heard of lonely planet. I trudged off to the library and read actual books on places I was to visit. In HS a friend and I backpacked around Greece for three weeks over holiday break. It was great fun and I was probably looked like a naieve, snot-nose, goofy kid. No surprise there because I was just that. And so are the kids on KSR. Trying their hardest to get drunk, get laid and get home.

I don't see any offense. Play on!

DJ Pat · 22-03-2006, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by cantona

He's fokin' interestin' CD Pat isnt he?

So why the fuck do you follow me everywhere?

Fon Tok · 22-03-2006, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by DJ Pat

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Originally Posted by cantona

He's fokin' interestin' CD Pat isnt he?

So why the fuck do you follow me everywhere?

once a prat, always a DJ Prat

Dougal · 22-03-2006, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by DJ Pat

In fact visiting Big Johns is a painful experience nowadays

Who or what is 'Big John'?

colourful-era · 22-03-2006, 03:12 PM

the Lonely Planet forum is modded by complete nob sticks.

They are a bit tame on their anti-drug advice as well - ie: never touch drugs of any sort in SE Asia or you'll be locked up for life and beaten daily... blah , blah , blah - fucking lame ...

You're more likely to get hit by a bus here than busted for dope.

colourful-era · 22-03-2006, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DJ Pat

In fact visiting Big Johns is a painful experience nowadays

you should give , not receive then..

aging one · 22-03-2006, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by colourful-era

You're more likely to get hit by a bus here than busted for dope.

CE,

It is dead serious. I smoke and you know it, but I also have stayed for free for 6 months in an Asian country. It was not fun and when I got out I found that my lawyer had stolen all my money. I turned 30 in a small little room with no windows and lost 100,000 dollars.

It can happen anywhere at anytime. Being careful doesnt always work.

MeMock · 22-03-2006, 03:55 PM

Wow ao, didn't realise that - sounds awful, any chance of a thread about it?

MeMock · 22-03-2006, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Dougal

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJ Pat

In fact visiting Big Johns is a painful experience nowadays

Who or what is 'Big John'?

http://www.bigjohnsworld.com/

aging one · 22-03-2006, 04:01 PM

Dont know its been a long held secret!! But since only a few know who the fcuk AO is its a possibility.

This is gonna sound hokey, but its one reason I believe in a superior being or something more. If that shit wouldnt have happened, I wouldnt be here, married to my wife, or have discovered I was put on this earth to be a dad!!

21-03-2006, 07:45 PM	#1 (permalink)
DJ Pat Has sex with his cousin Last Online: 19-03-2010 05:44 PM Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: in a tree house Posts: 3,640	Lonely Planet / Backpackers This out of date "backpackers bible" has created a generation of cynical, safety first scum who do nothing to embrace local culture or impress the 'locals". In fact visiting Big Johns is a painful experience nowadays when you gotta battle flabby arsed fisherman trouser wearing backpackers from Torquay for conversation with the great man. John should record a series of tapes with himself repeating himself to all the "the locals are out to get me" tosspots as they head for the floating market or the weekend market or, the Grand Palace. Thankfully the only decent instructions of this much revered giude are the instructions on how to bugger off to the airport for the flight home. And, knowing that these imbeciles will soon fall into their career jobs upon their return or worse still, return to Thailand as a teacher. But I doubt the latter as I have never seen a backpack inside a beer bar

22-03-2006, 03:12 PM	#15 (permalink)
colourful-era born of a jackal Last Online: 15-07-2008 06:05 PM Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Phnom Penh Posts: 2,551	the Lonely Planet forum is modded by complete nob sticks. They are a bit tame on their anti-drug advice as well - ie: never touch drugs of any sort in SE Asia or you'll be locked up for life and beaten daily... blah , blah , blah - fucking lame ... You're more likely to get hit by a bus here than busted for dope. Last edited by colourful-era : 22-03-2006 at 03:15 PM.

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21-03-2006, 07:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
Milkman Gone Off Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: shelf Posts: 17,220	I was a backpacker on and off for two year in my early 20s. I learned a lot. Or at least I thought I did. But now it seems so big. The trail seems to thick with people. I don't talk with backpackers, and have nothing against travelers, but Tony Wheeler....is a factor in the recent changes in South East Asia as far as backpacker, travelers, visitors, etc. The LP is a bible: It causes a trail. A few meandor off of the trail. I think this is good, however.....

21-03-2006, 08:00 PM	#3 (permalink)
Marmite the Dog ผู้เชี่ยวชาญเปล่า Last Online: Today 07:46 PM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Simian Islands Posts: 31,886	It's good to see you steering clear of originality Pat. Any other old topics of yours that you want to resurrect?

21-03-2006, 08:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
kingwilly The Teakdoor Traitor Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 35,946	^ i cant imagine so

21-03-2006, 11:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
dirtydog The Dog Last Online: Today 06:26 PM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pattaya Jomtien Posts: 44,969	Let me just post this for pat to save him doing it... backpackers are smelly long haired people that are really loud and obnoxious and quibble over whether water should be 5 baht or 7baht, well thats the end of this thread then

22-03-2006, 07:29 AM	#6 (permalink)
kingwilly The Teakdoor Traitor Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 35,946	^ hang on DD - you missed the bit abt haggling over 25 baht flip flops at khao san rd

22-03-2006, 07:52 AM	#7 (permalink)
cantona Elite Member Last Online: 26-08-2009 05:36 AM Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 1,389	He's fokin' interestin' CD Pat isnt he?

22-03-2006, 12:02 PM	#9 (permalink)
colourful-era born of a jackal Last Online: 15-07-2008 06:05 PM Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Phnom Penh Posts: 2,551	Remember the LP is always right - It says SINGHA is the only beer to drink in Thailand!

22-03-2006, 12:47 PM	#11 (permalink)
Texpat ฝรั่งพูดมาก Last Online: 02-02-2010 10:30 PM Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Nong Khai Posts: 12,492	I was a teenage backpacker long before I ever heard of lonely planet. I trudged off to the library and read actual books on places I was to visit. In HS a friend and I backpacked around Greece for three weeks over holiday break. It was great fun and I was probably looked like a naieve, snot-nose, goofy kid. No surprise there because I was just that. And so are the kids on KSR. Trying their hardest to get drunk, get laid and get home. I don't see any offense. Play on!

22-03-2006, 03:55 PM	#18 (permalink)
MeMock Milkman was God Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Peppers Bakery, Ubon Ratchathani Posts: 10,049	Wow ao, didn't realise that - sounds awful, any chance of a thread about it?

22-03-2006, 04:01 PM	#20 (permalink)
aging one Elite Member Last Online: Today 07:22 PM Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 4,747	Dont know its been a long held secret!! But since only a few know who the fcuk AO is its a possibility. This is gonna sound hokey, but its one reason I believe in a superior being or something more. If that shit wouldnt have happened, I wouldnt be here, married to my wife, or have discovered I was put on this earth to be a dad!!

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