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Are internet cafes in Thailand still a thing ? At all ? Looks like it on Google. Hope my man at the begining of beach road is still in business

Originally Posted by Backspin

Hope my man at the begining of beach road is still in business

Your tawdry aims are of no concern to this forum.

Originally Posted by cyrille

Your tawdry aims are of no concern to this forum.

Unbeknownst to you , this isn't a muttpack social club. I am asking a perfectly legitimate question about travels in Thailand which is what the forum is supposed to be about.

Originally Posted by Backspin

Are internet cafes in Thailand still a thing ? At all ? Looks like it on Google. Hope my man at the begining of beach road is still in business

Why do you need an internet cafe when you have a smartphone and wifi?

Games for kids

Originally Posted by DrWilly

Games for kids

Makes sense to repurpose them into arcades.

I used to make an outing out of going to the internet cafe. Get a coffee, jump on the motorbike and go. Catch up on emails, news, forums, the scoreboard. They were always busy. I used to wonder if any of the idiots there were TD'ers.

Now you just roll out of bed and pick up your smartphone.

Originally Posted by Backspin

Hope my man at the begining of beach road is still in business

Originally Posted by Backspin

might want something on the backhaul

Can you even remember your LB's name?

Originally Posted by katie23

^can't disagree (that Manila is a dump).

@backspin - there's BGC (Bonifacio Global City) which is a newer version of the Makati Business district. Condos, malls, clean streets, etc. That area was previously a military camp (Fort Bonifacio). It got privatized during the Ramos administration (1990s) and got developed by the usual suspects (rich families like the Ayalas/ Ayala Corporation).

I think our member TizMe lives in BGC.

Aside from Boracay, you may want to check out other islands like Coron, Palawan, Bohol, Cebu, Puerto Galera in Mindoro island, etc. The other places that Cyrille mentioned are good too.

I don't know how long your holidays will be, but if your wife grew up in PH then for sure she'll want to catch up with her family & friends.

She'll enjoy BKK, for sure. I don't know if she likes temples (there are lots). If she likes shopping at local markets, then Chatuchak Market is a must-do.

What brought you to Thailand originally and what did you think the first time as a Filipino ?

Originally Posted by Backspin

I used to make an outing out of going to the internet cafe. Get a coffee, jump on the motorbike and go. Catch up on emails, news, forums, the scoreboard. They were always busy. I used to wonder if any of the idiots there were TD'ers.

Now you just roll out of bed and pick up your smartphone.

So why tf are you dribbling on about internet cafes?

Originally Posted by cyrille

So why tf are you dribbling on about internet cafes?

Just wondering if the old way is still available

They are basically just cheap childcare nowadays.

Goddamn covid backpedaling is making me nervous about buying airfare

^ I thought Thailand was fully reopened. What backpedalling?

As for internet cafes, I thought they'd died a death several years ago.

Originally Posted by Troy

I thought Thailand was fully reopened. What backpedalling?

As for internet cafes, I thought they'd died a death several years ago.

He is an idiot on both counts.

Originally Posted by Troy

^ I thought Thailand was fully reopened. What backpedalling?

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One week ago

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4 days ago

Another Twist: Thailand Backtracks On New Vaccination Entry Requirement

@backspin - I first visited TH in 2010, on a holiday. I wanted to travel to other countries & ASEAN countries don't require visas for PH citizens. I had previously visited Vietnam & I wanted to see other countries. ASEAN countries are also near, so the airfares are manageable (especially if on promo fares and booked 6 to 9 months before).

I discovered TD in 2014 when I was searching for a certain border TH - Cambodia border crossing. Google led me to a pic thread on TD - a forum member made tjat crossing. I forgot his name - he's not active anymore. I couldn't find info on the net (like trip advisor, blogs etc) abt that crossing, so I made an account on TD and asked questions re: that border - if there were taxis, buses, is it safe for a girl, etc. I also liked viewing the travel threads here. After some time, I also posted some travel threads. During that time, my goal was to complete the 9 other ASEAN countries. I've completed them since. If East Timor joins ASEAN (they've applied), then I'll visit that in future.

My 1st visit to TH was just to BKK for a few days. I did the usual touristy things like temples, malls, open markets like Chatuchak, etc. I didn't go to the red light areas - no interest in them. In another visit, I did BKK then crossed to Cambodia, then crossed to Vietnam (where I have relatives). It was around a week of travel and done via buses.

My 1st impression of Thailand - many things were similar but different. Walking along Sukhumvit Road (near Siam Paragon), under the BTS, reminded me of the LRT along Taft Avenue in Manila. The public transport system (esp trains) is better in BKK than the Manila area. The food is great & affordable, lots of choices. A little spicier than what I'm used to, but sometimes you can ask them to not make it too spicy. For me, it's a good place to go on holiday. I've also visited Chiang Mai (in another trip) and if for living, it would be nice to live there. Lots of mountains & countryside but still with city conveniences. For living, BKK is too busy for me.

Originally Posted by Backspin

One week ago

Thailand Reinstates Covid'-'19 Vaccination Requirement For All Visitors '-' LoyaltyLobby

4 days ago

Another Twist: Thailand Backtracks On New Vaccination Entry Requirement

China opening its borders caused a stir everywhere. However, you're not telling us you haven't been vaccinated are you?

Originally Posted by Troy

China opening its borders caused a stir everywhere. However, you're not telling us you haven't been vaccinated are you?

"caused a stir" Umm covid vaccination requirements were reinstated for everyone. That isn't a small deal.

I am vaccinated.

Airport security, customs and delays is enough waiting, lineups and bullshit for me. Add a whole new layer of vaccine passport checks, temp checks , masks? Nope. I'll stay put.

Originally Posted by Backspin

Goddamn covid backpedaling is making me nervous about buying airfare

Simpering beta cuck Man child.

Originally Posted by cyrille

I've been twice.

Manila is a dump, but plenty of places are nice enough. Banaue, Sagada, Bantayan etc.

If you survive the bus ride getting there, nice enough , yes. But fuck all to do once your there, except smoke hash in sagada