Open Question: Ordering a Tailor Made Suit in Bangkok/Chiang Mai?

What is a good price for a tailor made suit in Bangkok? Someone said not to pay more than 1500 baht which is about $44 US. I read prices for suits were cheaper in Chiang Mai, I'm thinking maybe I should have a suit made for me since it's so darned expensive here in the States. Also, is there good selection of silk ties? What is best place to find silk tie? JJ Market? Suan Lum Night Bazaar? Central? Or MBK? I can't receive your video to work. How is watching a video supposed to help me? Why can't you just answer the question? Hey everyone, do NOT click on the link to Gladwin B's post it is malware. I just clicked it and now my computer is every jacked up. Do not run or download anything from his link, it's bad for your computer.

21 Nov 2008, 3:13 am | click here for answers

Open Question: What happens to an international parcel/package after being cleared out of ISC NY?

I am expecting a package from Thailand. It was posted/mailed on Oct. 30. I got this tracking from USPS.com Detailed Results: Inbound Out of Customs, November 08, 2008, 2:56 am Inbound Out of Customs, November 08, 2008, 2:56 am Inbound Into Customs Inbound Into Customs Inbound International Arrival, November 05, 2008, 7:33 pm, ISC NEW YORK NY(USPS) Foreign International Dispatch, October 31, 2008, 1:16 pm, BANGKOK MAIL CENTRE, THAILAND Origin Post is Preparing Shipment This tracking shows the same thing since I first checked last Friday (11/14) until today! Calling USPS doesn't help much either. They could not tell me where my package is now! I have checked with every the local post offices around my area, and they said the same thing, they don't have it.

21 Nov 2008, 10:40 am | click here for answers

Open Question: I would like to contact a Mr Les Owens who worked for this company in 1995.?

He worked in Thailand, Singapore, and Bangkok, he lived in Melbourne, where there is an office.

21 Nov 2008, 10:23 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Please rate this poem!?

I've been working on a poem lately and I'd like to copy it down in my poem book, but it has to be absolutely perfect before I can do that. You may not know, but the poem is supposed to be describing Bangkok (City of Angels), Thailand (Land of Smiles). Please rate it and suggest! Thanks The beautiful sounds of the tonal tongue rising in the air, the true sincerity, humbleness, and genuine care. delectable smoothies and spicy-hot sea-food, colorful taxis: pink, green, purple and blue! stairways in the middle of the sidewalk, leading to crowded train stations and into big malls. the stench of sewer mixed with cooking on the streets, helpless people begging for money. everyone walking in the rain and storms, night markets and road sales everywhere you go! restaurant owners that never forget who you are, steering wheels placed on the right side of the car! stylish girls walking in super high-heel shoes, swimming anytime in refreshingly icy pools. sweet deodorants, soap, and olive-scented lotion, where raising your foot up is considered a rude motion. where the king is loved like no other thing, the national animal is the elephant. the list goes on for miles and miles, the city of angels, in the land of smiles. What do you think? Thanks!

20 Nov 2008, 7:11 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: what is the cheapest way to get to India (Chennai)) from hawaii..?

I use to fly to bangkok then buy a ticket from there, the total was $1200 rt per person... now with fuel sur charges its an added $850. help I got family there.....ken....Aloha

20 Nov 2008, 6:33 am | click here for answers

Open Question: When will the new Ben 10 Alien Force video game come in Thailand?

I'm Filipino but I just moved to Thailand. I'm really desperate about that Ben 10 game ever since my brother showed me an episode of Ben 10. I switched from a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan to a Ben 10 maniac. By the way, I only have a PSP. You also have to tell me where I can by it IN BANGKOK.

20 Nov 2008, 6:30 am | click here for answers

Open Question: bangkok phuket buying & tours help?

hi is it cheaper to buy things like dvds and dvds watches and clothes at markets in phuket or in bangkok, 100 bht for 1 dvd everywhere and they wont budge in bangkok (i think 5 aud is to expensive for a copy dvd) and clothes are 200bht (is quite ok) however for 500bht in aud you can receive same for exellent quality. were just curious cause we wont to know whether to buy stuff here or at phuket we leave here next tues, and can anyone recommend cheap place to book tours in phuket so far we have spider monkey rock climbing tours quite cheap 600bht per head every day trip around phi phi island, thanks guys.

20 Nov 2008, 5:43 am | click here for answers

Open Question: In Bangkok, where can i watch muay thai fights in bars/restaurants ?

I have heard that there are such joints in bangkok where whilst eating or drinking you can watch muay thai fights. Of course not professional fights, merely for entertainment. Anyone knows of such joints ??

20 Nov 2008, 5:22 am | click here for answers

Open Question: where can eat in bangkok with cheaper price. I will stay at baiyoke hotel boutique?

20 Nov 2008, 3:04 am | click here for answers

Open Question: where can eat in bangkok with cheaper price?

20 Nov 2008, 3:01 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Paying Addtl Fees to Taxi Drivers/Tuk Tuk - How To Avoid Them?

So in Bangkok you flag a cab, he takes you to A-1 Jewelry Store on Sukhumvit Road, he will follow you into the store to collect his "fee" for taking you there. My question is, how to avoid this? Becaus sometimes they take that fee out on you. I am thinking of staying at Watana Mansion and I'm afraid that if I take a cab there the cab driver will follow me into the hotel and collect his "fee" and they will in turn charge me that fee which won't make me glad. The Watana Mansion is close the Thai Cultural middle (it's right across the road). Do I just ask the cab driver to take me to the Cultural middle so he can't collect his fee?

20 Nov 2008, 2:24 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Jobs in bangkok for non-degree foreigner?

hi guys...i'm writing here if any of you would have any idea of a job opening for a non degree foreigner. i just wanna help my bf find a job in bangkok. He's still attending university in computer sci. any idea would help! Thanks a lot Elle

20 Nov 2008, 2:12 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Folgers Instant Coffee best by 07/08 in Target, Clovis is on the shelf last week. Please comment.?

My daughter bought and she did not the best by date. The problem is the coffee is for me now in Bangkok. What can I do?

20 Nov 2008, 2:01 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Booking flight help? expedia? malaysia and thailand ?

Basically me and my step sister are both 16 and going to malaysia to meet my dad so we need to book two flights to malaysia but as a family from malaysia we are going to Thailand so basically my dad wants me to book a flight from london heathrow or gatwick to kuala lumpur then one for bangkok to London.. is this possible on expedia? i tried it and it doesnt seem to work.. i was also thinking that maybe theres just an option for single flights there but i dont think there is..im not sure... we are going for two weeks. HELP!! by the way.. my dad said the airport people cater people below 18 so dont worry about that.

20 Nov 2008, 1:59 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: cheap places to go in bangkok?

currently in bangkok and need to do some things trying to budget as much here untill we go to phuket next week, we have been tiger temple grand palace many other palaces and floating market waterpark but now we have to budget our next 4 days here , we are finding food to be around 200bht per person for a dish of rice or something is there somewhere safe close to silom rd to eat cheap, and somewhere close sirlom road (narai)hotel to do washing,

20 Nov 2008, 1:39 am | click here for answers

Open Question: please help with exchange rate please bangkok?

hi im in bangkok and the exchange rate just say its exactly 22bht to 1aud i only have my bank card with me do i still receive the same rate of 22 or does the rate change cause im using my card. i have $3309 aud @ 22 = 72,798 bht $3309 aud @23 =76,107 when i went to bank this smorning the rate on the board said 23.something to 1aud and my $3309 =72,798 shouldn it be 76,107 please help asap

20 Nov 2008, 1:10 am | click here for answers

Open Question: have you Ever been to Bangkok ?

my has just returned from there.. and she has gone crazy for that place.. lol.. 3 days was just not enough ;)

20 Nov 2008, 11:33 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Anyone travelling to China in June '09?

I'm planning on travelling to China and maybe Thailand in June for a duration of one month. My travel route isn't set yet but I might be going Beijing- Xi'an- Shanghai- Bangkok. If you are traveling in North- Eastern China during this time or would like to join me I would adore to hear from you. A travel companion even for a couple of days is more than welcome! I also appreciate every travel tips and contacts from potential hosts! Thanks

19 Nov 2008, 9:11 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Anyone travelling to China June '09?

I'm planning on travelling to China and maybe Thailand in June for a duration of one month. My travel route isn't set yet but I might be going Beijing- Xi'an- Shanghai- Bangkok. If you are traveling in North- Eastern China during this time or would like to join me I would adore to hear from you. A travel companion even for a couple of days is more than welcome! I also appreciate every travel tips and contacts from potential hosts! Thanks!

19 Nov 2008, 9:09 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: where can i go shopping at Bangkok with cheap prizes.?

19 Nov 2008, 8:45 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: how many hours is travel time from bangkok airport to baiyoke boutique hotel?

19 Nov 2008, 8:02 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Does anyone know that song "One night in Bangkok" by the Pet Shop Boys?

I was wondering if anyone could explain the lyrics to me. I think its every innyendo, but I don't receive it and its killing me! Here they are: [THE AMERICAN] Bangkok, Oriental setting And the city don't know that the city is getting The creme de la creme of the chess world in a Show with everything but Yul Brynner Time flies -- doesn't seem a minute Since the Tirolean spa had the chess boys in it every change -- don't you know that when you Play at this level there's no ordinary venue It's Iceland -- or the Philippines -- or Hastings -- or -- or this place! [COMPANY] One night in Bangkok and the world's your oyster The bars are temples but the pearls ain't free You'll find a god in every golden cloister And if you're lucky then the god's a she I can feel an angel sliding up to me [THE AMERICAN] One town's very like another When your head's down over your pieces, brother [COMPANY] It's a drag, it's a bore, it's really such a pity To be looking at the board, not looking at the city [THE AMERICAN] Whaddya mean? Ya seen one crowded, polluted, stinking town -- [COMPANY] Tea, girls, warm, sweet Some are set up in the Somerset Maugham suite [THE AMERICAN] receive Thai'd! You're talking to a tourist Whose every move's among the purest I receive my kicks over the waistline, sunshine [COMPANY] One night in Bangkok makes a difficult man humble Not much between despair and ecstasy One night in Bangkok and the tough guys tumble Can't be too careful with your company I can feel the devil walking next to me [THE AMERICAN] Siam's gonna be the witness To the ultimate test of cerebral fitness This grips me more than would a Muddy old river or reclining Buddha And thank God I'm only watching the game -- controlling it -- I don't look you guys rating The nice of mate I'm contemplating I'd let you watch, I would invite you But the queens we use would not excite you So you better go back to your bars, your temples, your massage parlours -- [COMPANY] One night in Bangkok and the world's your oyster The bars are temples but the pearls ain't free You'll find a god in every golden cloister A little flesh, a little history I can feel an angel sliding up to me One night in Bangkok makes a difficult man humble Not much between despair and ecstasy One night in Bangkok and the tough guys tumble Can't be too careful with your company I can feel the devil walking next to me

19 Nov 2008, 6:01 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Will my iPhone work in Japan? ?

I live in australia and my iphone works on telstra (unlocked) but i bought it on ebay so its originally at&t from the US. Will my iphone work in japan and thailand (bangkok specifcally).??

19 Nov 2008, 5:11 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Custom formalities in Bangkok?

Hi, I am from Singapore .I would like to receive advise regarding custom clearance procedure in Bangkok, shipments is normally in containers and it belongs to "DG" commodity

19 Nov 2008, 4:01 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Travel in and around Hong Kong, SAR?

I have visited some sites on the web regarding MTR in Hong Kong. cab was very cheap in Singapore and Bangkok but heard its a bit more in Hong Kong. I am traveling with my wife and two kids is it better to travel by cab if train is going to cost us the same in Hong Kong.

19 Nov 2008, 3:38 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Anyone recommend a good clean hostel in Bangkok?

I'm thinking of staying at Suk11 close Soi 11 in Bangkok because it's cheap. I'm just wondering if there are other alternatives besides this one that are pretty close to MTS or BRT stations? I guess hostel close Khao San Rd is ok but I've read that prices are inflated over there as far as markets go and I'm not terribly comfortable of hanging with other backpackers (even though Suk11 caters to just that but the area is less backpacky than Khao San). I just need clean and affordable which Suk11 offers but just wanted to receive a quick peak at other hostels before I make the plunge and put down my deposit. I already checked out HQ Hostel because so many people have recommended that place and it's sold out for the days I want. It's a little pricey actually and I'm not even sure I like the design, it's modern but ugly, like Ikea stuff (at least that's the way it looks in pictures). Thanks Mister glad for your advice. Actually I've seen ppl say that there's tons of Hostels in Bangkok not available online but that doesn't help me. Hopefully after I receive there I can shed the light on this matter and give people some real advice. I have problem with this because I don't know how difficult it is to deal with front desk. How well do they talk english? What is likelihood they will have vacancy? I'm traveling by myself, I have no need for room for 8 not sure where you got that. Also, there's only one Suk11 do a search on Google, you will find it. There's a new Suk11 on Soi 13 as well but I don't think there's a direct weblink to that one. Thanks Mister glad for your advice. Actually I've seen ppl say that there's tons of Hostels in Bangkok not available online but that doesn't help me. Hopefully after I receive there I can shed the light on this matter and give people some real advice. I have problem with this because I don't know how difficult it is to deal with front desk. How well do they talk english? What is likelihood they will have vacancy? I'm traveling by myself, I have no need for room for 8 not sure where you got that. Also, there's only one Suk11 do a search on Google, you will find it. There's a new Suk11 on Soi 13 as well but I don't think there's a direct weblink to that one. Thanks Mister glad for your advice. Actually I've seen ppl say that there's tons of Hostels in Bangkok not available online but that doesn't help me. Hopefully after I receive there I can shed the light on this matter and give people some real advice. I have problem with this because I don't know how difficult it is to deal with front desk. How well do they talk english? What is likelihood they will have vacancy? I'm traveling by myself, I have no need for room for 8 not sure where you got that. Also, there's only one Suk11 do a search on Google, you will find it. There's a new Suk11 on Soi 13 as well but I don't think there's a direct weblink to that one. Thanks Mister glad for your advice. Actually I've seen ppl say that there's tons of Hostels in Bangkok not available online but that doesn't help me. Hopefully after I receive there I can shed the light on this matter and give people some real advice. I have problem with this because I don't know how difficult it is to deal with front desk. How well do they talk english? What is likelihood they will have vacancy? I'm traveling by myself, I have no need for room for 8 not sure where you got that. Also, there's only one Suk11 do a search on Google, you will find it. There's a new Suk11 on Soi 13 as well but I don't think there's a direct weblink to that one.

19 Nov 2008, 2:47 am | click here for answers

Open Question: what do you think about that woman particularly in her behavior to me ?

well, it's a while since I met a girl in Bangkok ..During her time of difficulties, she used to talk to me very often, I was always there to talk to her and help her go through her difficult times.. Now that her life, is going wonderful now, she doesn't have time for me ....She's on my messenger, she never started the conversation herself...it's only when I talked to her, she says hi, ..I've been missing you ..etc... and as the conversation finished....the day after I received nothing ..not even a hi .. it's been a month now .... you know, she says she's my pal but I don't believe that ....a pal I guess would talk to you now and then ...if you really count for him /her ..What do you think about her?

18 Nov 2008, 9:51 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Is it safe to go bangkok now?

already booked flight & hotel to go bangkok. supposed to go in Sep08 but postponed till end nov 08 due to the unrest there. apparently now things had not calmed down, should i proceed to go next week?

18 Nov 2008, 2:41 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Train Tix All Sold Out to Chiang Mai! What Do I do?

Got an email from Traveller2000 today telling me that every train tickets for Dec 31 from Bangkok to Chiang Mai (via Thailand's State Railway) have been sold out! What do I do? I don't wanna take a bus. I'm scared to try other methods of transport because it might be spotty. I went back to traveller2000 tonite to try to book on multiple days, the 30th, Jan 1 and 2 to look if those dates were every sold out as well. This really sucks. I might not receive to look Chiang Mai! :( This also puts a potential damper on the relax of my trip because I already have other things planned.

18 Nov 2008, 1:30 am | click here for answers

Open Question: How much is the ordinary lunch or dinner in Bangkok? Let's say 2 viands, rice and softdrink in a fastfood?

how much is the ordinary dinner or lunch at Bangkok?

17 Nov 2008, 9:53 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: I am an Indian national, and have got stuck in Thailand-bangkok! My visa has expired. will i be deported?

my visa expired on the 29th of Oct and now i am scared!

17 Nov 2008, 9:32 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: How much is the taxi fare from Bangkok Airport to Baiyoke boutique hotel also in Bangkok?

17 Nov 2008, 9:16 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: What is a safe luggage storage at Bangkok airport in Thailand?

I will be there overnight and want to store my check-in bag and laptop before venturing for a night out. Thanks

17 Nov 2008, 6:08 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: My Itinerary for Bangkok - Wat Do You Think?

Arrive Dec 27, spend 5 days in Bangkok visit wats, give monks offerings, attend May Kai Dee's cooking school, take Muay Thai training class at Sor Vorapin, stay at Suk11 for entire 5 days. Take overnight train to Chiang Mai (booked train ticket through Traveller2000). Will spend 3 days in Chiang Mai, probably do some hiking, visit wats. Take overnight train back to Bangkok. For next two days either travel to Pattaya to look the sleazy spectacle. Since I'll probably take a cab for $50 US and it only takes about two hours to receive there from Bangkok I may spend one day here or two at the maximum. Already have air ticket booked through Thai Airways to Phuket on Jan 6 through 9 ($152 round trip is that good?). Will spend 3 days on sunny Phuket's beaches either parasailing, yukking it up at a bar with a pretty girl, reading, or whatever. Fly back to BKK. Spend the next 4 days in Bangkok visiting MBK, JJ Market, Central, Suan Lum Night Bazaar, my plan is to hit up every these malls one on each day think I can do it? J/k, I'm not that big on shopping, although I do plan to visit Pantip Plaza to buy my electric adapter plug for my battery recharger. Hopefully it's close to Suk11. Any comments about my itinerary? I hate going to Phuket via airport because you have to go back to the airport and that prospect scares me because I have to go through customs and every that and if I take cab you have to pay tolls and extra fare for the airport, etc. Oh my god! Traveller 2000 just told me that every train tix on Dec 31 have been sold out!! This totally changes my plan and now I may have to change my reservation at Suk 11 as well, argh!!! I never thought that the train would be so damn popular. You'd think they'd keep some seats on a first arrive first serve basis, which still wouldn't help me because I'm still in California, but arrive on.

17 Nov 2008, 5:15 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: How to get from Chiang Mai to Krabi?

I was checking flights and it seems there is no direct flight to Krabi or Phuket...we just want keep time, but anyway flights take 12 hours because there is cease in Bangkok.So how do you usually travel down there?thanks a lot

17 Nov 2008, 4:13 am | click here for answers

Voting Question: Where to stay at Khaosan Road -Bangkok?

me and my pal are planning to go to Bangkok on January 14 2009. and we want to stay at Khaosan road for a night. any idea where to stay?cheap (about 300-600 ^^) but clean, best location ....noisy won't be matter for us. I already search about marcopolo and chart guesthouse, anyone know these hotels? please advice thank youuuuu

17 Nov 2008, 3:29 am | click here for answers

Open Question: how do i go about a trip to thailand..?

hi,iam going to bangkok and plan my trip further to beaches....i think pattaya and phuket would be good....can u plz plz let me know the best places to look on bangkok for travellers...for how many days i need to plan my trip to look other beach areas of thailand..?

17 Nov 2008, 2:13 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Hotels in BKK for 3 months?

My pal might be moving to Thailand as of mid- February. She will be looking first to be settled into a hotel for 3 months first before finding and moving to a new apartment. Can anyone recommend few hotels in Bangkok. Her office will be in the following area...so the closer the hotel to this below address, the better. 19 Phra Atit Road Chanasongkram, Phra Nakorn Bangkok 10200, Thailand Many thanks.

17 Nov 2008, 2:13 am | click here for answers

Open Question: i am going to guangzhou , pattaya and bangkok for fun ...?

hi i am going to guangzhou (china), pattaya , bangkok for 3, 2, 2 nights respectivly. can u please tell me about the best places, bars, clubs , shows etc . i am going for the first time and want to have maximum fun with girls . please tell me where to find d best babes for fun . also dos n dont at these places.

17 Nov 2008, 1:52 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: is it safe to travel to Bangkok ?

We plan to spend New Year's eve in Bangkok till Jan. 3. Is it safe to travel during these days at this city? What about the protests and criminality?

17 Nov 2008, 11:56 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Going to Bangkok help?

I am going on a family holiday to Thailand and we're going to Bangkok for some time. I was wondering what people thought about it because I have heard contradicting stories. Some say its nice and others say its quite dangerous, particularly at night. What do you think? thanks

17 Nov 2008, 11:50 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: where is the best place in bangkok that i can leave my dog there during my trip?

17 Nov 2008, 11:32 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: What is the cheapest hotel can be found in either pattaya or bangkok? price range should be around 1000 baht?

What is the cheapest hotel can be found in either pattaya or bangkok? price range should be around 1000 baht (or RM100) per night for 8 person or 4 person for 500 bahtper night (so i can book 2 rooms) can someone please give me the link to the hotel? or if you went to pattaya or bangkok before, and the hotel is silent cheap, please let me know the name, or add me in msn : alfred_f1@msn.com i would thanks if you could help me

16 Nov 2008, 8:49 am | click here for answers

Open Question: what do i do about this relationship?

i have been dating a guy for about 11 months now.he used to be my pal of 6 months before that.in the beginning of the relationship he was really sweet and every.then as days went on,he hated me talking to other guys at every.then he started restricting me from wearing certain clothes,restricting me from going out,or even not allowing me go to work.our marriage(if it happens),is around 2010.he just wants me to stay home and "relax" till then.i am a degree student and is it wrong for me to want to work?is it wrong for me to go to the movies and have lunch with my girls??the worst part is that we battle every other day.and it is ALWAYS about messages sent months ago to my best guy pal.it was just a "good norning sweety" message.i have explained so many times that sweety is just a word.but he constantly talks about it.i have stopped talking to guys,stopped going out at every.and now he is in bangkok and he text me saying,you will never change.i got so mad and asked him why he was doing this.now i am giving him the silent treatment and he says i dont adore him much.there are so many days i would sob at night and scroll down my contacts and eventually have no one to even talk to coz im not allowed!i am singaporean living temporarily in india to receive my degree.what should i do??

16 Nov 2008, 6:07 am | click here for answers

Voting Question: Chances of Web Design in Thailand?

Hello, I am getting into the Field of web design/programming/development I was wondering what the chances of finding a job in this field are in Thailand? Particually Bangkok? Thanks!

16 Nov 2008, 5:32 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Where to stay in Bangkok?

I'm planning to go to Bangkok for new year's as I've never been there before. Where is the best area in Bangkok to stay for a newbie like me where the place is close to lots of shopping malls and 'flea market'? The place where I can just walk around.. Thank you!

16 Nov 2008, 2:14 pm | click here for answers

Voting Question: Got notification of winning Yahoo Draw #795. To cotact agent Paul Nelson in Bangkok.Is this a scam. K Singh?

16 Nov 2008, 11:55 am | click here for answers

Voting Question: what's the best hotel in bangkok?

that's not so inexpensive but close(if not walking distance) to most shopping areas?

16 Nov 2008, 11:25 pm | click here for answers

Voting Question: Direction of flights from Los angles-Bangkok?

Do whole of flights from US to east Asian pass through Europe?

16 Nov 2008, 11:13 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Which is nearest to Bangkok?

Kanchanaburi, Khon Kaen, Phitsanulok, or Prachinburi? Please cite your source. Thank you. Thanks to every who have given sensible answers. I am planning to take a 10-day Vipassana meditation course in Thailand. The centers are located in those four areas, and I need the information to help me pick which one to go to.

16 Nov 2008, 11:09 pm | click here for answers