Daniel
@dannyboyo
English expat in Thailand
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About me
English
Lives in Bangkok
Speaks English Tinglish and some Spanish - all but modestly...
Registration: 15 September 2011
Black Men's Haircuts Bangkok by tallyone
Hi! I need to get my hair cut in Bangkok--does anyone know of a shop that can cut black hair pls ?
May want to also try savanna salon in ploenchit, they do haircuts for all international hair types (men and women) they also know what a fade is, and do lots of other stuff too. just take a photo of what you want to make it easy explaining. Read More
how much does it cost to live in Bangkok? by Zoe10
Hi, I am in the process of planning to move to Bangkok but I have no idea on what money I could live on each month. I have to pay a mortgage back in England so will be left with about 59,500 thai baht each month to pay for rent, all bills, food, ...
be careful with condo fees on electricity, i live in a townhouse in pattanakarn, its a 3 story place with probably over 300 square meters and i pay 20,000 a month for it with 2 parking spaces and balconies on every floor. Compared to a condo its a ... Read More
Seeking good Hair Salon in Bangkok by pingu
My hairdresser in Bangkok has recently left to go work in Dubai so I am on the hunt for a new one.. I am an expat living in Bangkok.. looking for someone who does good blonde highlights and cut.. central Bangkok if poss I live on Sukhumvit near Soi 8
Thanks jennyadara i'm looking forwards to trying out Zahara Salon in Sukumvit 13, its very close to where i live and looks pretty good in their website for color and highlights, Not easy finding the best hair salon in Bangkok for my hair type, i ... Read More
Moving to Bangkok, many questions by Butterfly79
Hi all, Glad i found this forum. My husband got an offer to move to Bangkok (same company he currently works for), we will be accompanying him. We are Americans and have three kids, all school age. We have lived as expats and visited many countries ...
yes be very careful - get all the details sorted and be careful about where they stick you to live. try and research the area or you could be out in the middle of no where. Read More
Missing home?
I miss decent chocolate! cadburies mmmmm! I also miss my mum - which I cant get here in Bangkok lol Read More
Ever been down this road?
I think at your age the right approach would be to relax and not think too much. In Thailand things like this happen everyday and things work out. Read More
internet dating scam by nipa1234
if anyone is contacted by a sarisa mxxxxxt from bangkok ,it is a scam eventually she will ask 4 money,but very patient,unbelievable!!!,claim to not know technology but has a facebook page ,arrogantly under the same name ,if anyone has the experience ...
yes be very careful when chatting to ladies online or guys for that matter,. Read More
Moving to Bangkok with children by nads1
Hi everyone, My husband and I along with our young children are moving to teach in an International School in Bangkok. I have gathered a lot of extremely useful information from this forum and others. However, I would like to know if there are ...
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Seeking good Hair Salon in Bangkok by pingu
My hairdresser in Bangkok has recently left to go work in Dubai so I am on the hunt for a new one.. I am an expat living in Bangkok.. looking for someone who does good blonde highlights and cut.. central Bangkok if poss I live on Sukhumvit near Soi 8
Best salon in Bangkok for expats in my opinion is Zenred - They are always full of Westerners and Expats and have a very good facebook page where you can check out the reviews and see before and after pics of work they do. ... Read More
Blonde Highlights in Bangkok by sarahbangkok
I am recently new to life in Bangkok and thought that after using T... and G.. for 10 year in london, hong kong, australia dubai, i thought here would give me the same excellent service for blonde hair (expensve yes but always good and never ...
I think for Western hair such as blonde highlites, you are probably better sticking to a Western salon in Bangkok. I think probably the best well known one is Zenred. I have a lot of friends that have gone their and had their hair saved from near ... Read More
American family moving to Bangkok with gifted child by Ldcampbell
Hello. Our family will be relocating to Bangkok for a few years next year. My son is currently 7 years old (1st grade) and is academically advanced for his age. He goes to third grade math and reading everyday at his current school here in ...
Yes the schools are very nice, look fantastic, quite affordable in comparrason. but the Education system still focusses heavily on a much easier and fun focussed (short attention span) Thai way, so yes this can have its advantages especially with ... Read More
Which area is good to stay in Bangkok with standard salary by I_Love_ME
Hi all.. I am a Indo-Chinese, 25 years old. I want to ask about living in Thai as Foreigner, even though I've read there're so many thread with same topic but I hope you can give any advise, critics or anything. I would be very thankful. Now, I ...
it really depends on you... Dont expect amazing things in Thailand, even Thong Lor its okay but its still Thailand. But thats the point, its got everything for everyone, you just have to find your niche. Personally i prefer living on the outskirts ... Read More
Travelling to Bangkok for 3 days
yes and no... sufficient to see the main touristy areas yep, if you rush around you can do BKK in 3 days. but if you like to drink and party and want to see all the best bits of Bangkoks hidden agendas, well you need a few weeks for sure. Read More
Possible Move to Thailand by nights12
Hello everyone, Well, I was interested in moving to Bangkok once I get my Master's degree and it appears that I'm more likely to get a job in the capital city. My father is Thai but I've never visited Thailand with him. None of his relatives live ...
My best advise to you, is 'JUST DO IT' Seriously you wont be able to get an answer that validates your question here. Most of us who already live here in Bangkok love it, many of us came here not knowing what on earth we will do when we get here, or ... Read More
Printing in thailand
quite cheap, i had some brochures printed not long ago and they cost about 3 baht each, double sided color and a4 folded. It all depends on quantity but generally i think printing is quite affordable here. Read More
Moving to Thailand in 2 months
You can always travel on a business Visa whilst looking for work, this is the easiest Visa. Your best bet will be to find a company interested in hiring you prior to travel, then ask them to send you a form inviting you to work for them. you can ... Read More
hair extensions in bangkok by Ladytravel
Hello! is anybody would know where i could find a good place for making hair extensions in Bangkok? I'm looking for a place with quality hair extensions. And would you know how much it can cost for? Thanks a lot!
You may want to consider Zenred Salon for professional grade Hair Extensions, they have quite an informative website and do things like Free Color Matching, Free cut and have various types of hair extensions, such as double drawn, single ... Read More
Seeking good Hair Salon in Bangkok by pingu
My hairdresser in Bangkok has recently left to go work in Dubai so I am on the hunt for a new one.. I am an expat living in Bangkok.. looking for someone who does good blonde highlights and cut.. central Bangkok if poss I live on Sukhumvit near Soi 8
Hey there is a brand new salon designed for expats and westerners living or traveling to Bangkok. its got all the brands and latest things like Brazilian keratin, hair extensions, organic amonia free colour etc etc. and supposedly good value for ... Read More
Expat Meetings in Bangkok by LuisF
Thank you all for coming yesterday night to the meeting, it was very nice to meet you all. But it was a pity that you were tired and you left bit by bit until we were just 4 cats left. Debbie, Sidd, Paco and myself we partied until long ours in ...
Well i think myself and everyone on here want to say: Get well soon Louis! Read More
Don't be shy- let's hear from you!
i think she means her previous post Read More
Ramkhamheang Road - Calling All Nearby Expat's & Rampat's! by dannyboyo
Hi Everyone I am currently Living on that very long long road called 'Ramkhamheang' For those that know it - It can be a difficult road to live on and meet fellow Expats and Friends, partially due to there not too many hang out places on. But i ...
Hey sorry for the late replies - it seems there is not too many of us out here to the east of Bangkok. But its good to know im not alone! Read More
Looking for friend in Bangkok by chikayeye
Hi,, I am Chika, looking for friend in Bangkok. I stay near the Mall Bangkapi. Been 3 weeks here. Anyone out there looking for similar...?? write me Chik@
i live in Ramkhamheang road.. not too far from the Mall and i absolutely love SVENSONS! Read More
List of Prohibited Jobs for westerners in Thailand by LuisF
For all those who are keen on working in Thailand, be aware that there is a list of jobs were, you, as a westerner will not be able to get a work permit. The List is taken from The Thai Labor Department Website -http://www.mol.go.th/- 1.- Labour ...
Ofcourse there are always loopholes in the land of smiles so don't let that list above scare you If you really must weave baskets or cut hair, just teach how to do it and you will be just fine. Or become a manager of any of the above business. Read More
how do you say I LOVE YOU in your own language... by superanjanet
in cebu philipines we say it...GIHIGUGMA KO IKAW... :)
AMAZING thread you started here Mei! I love you in VULCAN Wani ra yana ro aisha Read More
Expat Meetings in Bangkok by LuisF
Thank you all for coming yesterday night to the meeting, it was very nice to meet you all. But it was a pity that you were tired and you left bit by bit until we were just 4 cats left. Debbie, Sidd, Paco and myself we partied until long ours in ...
Hi Was hoping to catch all your crazy cats at Glow - but i didn't see anyone with face paint after 11pm - 4am Or was i just way too drunk to see anything? DJ Nakadia was there... Hope to catch you for the next one instead... Read More
I am wanting to buy a scooter when I get to thailand by Paddie
I am wanting to buy a scooter when I get to thailand. What are the prices like on the second hand market?
Yep Paddie is correct You can also find second hand ones for a lot less 10,000 ish and up Just be very careful and take a THAI along with you The book that comes with the bike is a a GREEN BOOK But there are a few bikes that are GREY - which means ... Read More
Anyone interested in making home-made cheese? by Eric_Belgium
I am making home made cheese, mainly Gouda type cheese, purely as a hobby. Is anyone interested in joining me? No financial participation is needed: I have all the equipment and ingredients. I just think it would be more fun to do it together than ...
WOW! What a fantastic hobby and post - I'd love to learn all things Cheese & Electric. Its just a shame you down there in Pattaya - I'm in Bangkok at the moment - but can happily drive down for weekends and see what you are all up to. Sounds ... Read More
Poipet and Rong Kluea Markets - Cambodia Border - information please
hello be happy to assist The Golden Gate market is in Arayapratet It is great for wholesale clothing, sunglasses, nicknacks, Faux handbags, T shirts, and stuff like that. However, you do need to be good at BARTERING - the locals do sell to a lot ... Read More
HSBC Bank by john mercer
Hi Humans, Just wondering if anyone can help us with this question; HSBC Bank Thailand is this bank regarded as a Thai Bank. We have the impression that it is, but we are not 100% on this. Regards john & Debbie
Hi John Yes Ravinsa is correct Here is my personal opinion of HSBC Bangkok - although other clients may not agree. I have had a HSBC account in the UK for over 25 years I did open a THAI Account too But the THAI REGULATIONS that govern the Bank ... Read More
How to make friends in Pattaya by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Pattaya :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
PATTAYA TIPS Well like mentioned above - Pattaya is SIN city There are a lot of deviants and creatures of the night that will prey on the insecure and naive given the chance. Which i suppose makes it even more important to find a few GOOD friends ... Read More
MOVING TO THAILAND CHIANG RAI CITY
Hi there are a lot of forums and places on line that you can find fellow CHIANG MAI ex pats and travellers on. I wont mention them here - but do a little bit of googling with CHIANG MAI and you will be sure to find them. Chiangmai is a beautiful ... Read More
anyone got a bank account in bangkok? can you go overdrawn?
Hi Zoe Banks in Thailand are certainly not like the UK You will be fined if you go over drawn. You will also be charged a yearly fee just for having a bank account. And you will be charged for an ATM card and just about anything else they can think ... Read More
Hi just moved to Bangkok, Now looking to meet people and make friends by Sam2571
I'm Sam, 20 years old. Just moved here a month ago, found an apartment, and now I am looking to meet new people and make friends in bangkok. :D
Hi Sam - I'm a fellow Brit too... I strongly suggest you check out 'Louis Big Night Out' I'm sure you will meet a Plentiful Bounty of Inernational Travellers and Expats. I believe there is a rather special party tonight starting at RCA 8-11pm;) Read More
Ramkhamheang Road - Calling All Nearby Expat's & Rampat's!
Hi Everyone I am currently Living on that very long long road called 'Ramkhamheang' For those that know it - It can be a difficult road to live on and meet fellow Expats and Friends, partially due to there not too many hang out places on. But i ... Read More
Public transportation in Bangkok
hmmm that's a tough question to answer Would probably take a few pages I think the skytrain is great if you live near a station I think Taxi's are OK - but if you do not know where you are going or cannot speak basic Thai (you will get ripped ... Read More
Expat Meetings in Bangkok by LuisF
Thank you all for coming yesterday night to the meeting, it was very nice to meet you all. But it was a pity that you were tired and you left bit by bit until we were just 4 cats left. Debbie, Sidd, Paco and myself we partied until long ours in ...
hahah - fantastico I dont have any face paint - but i can bring my Permanent Marker Pens? ;) My face already resembles a Picasso - So it cannot get any worse. Let the artists prevail... Read More
Hello! Fresh college graduate from Texas moving to Bangkok. by AhsanDaredia
Hi there! My name is Ahsan, I'm 22 years old and just finished up my BA in Psychology from the University of North Texas. I start my TESOL course next week in Phnom Penh, Cambodia but I'll be in Bangkok from October 8th to the 13th, job searching ...
Very easy to get a teaching job Ahsan - there are so many around Bangkok. My advice would be don't jump at the first one you find - the rates and work vary quite a lot. Also working for English agencies - whilst it can be a great way just to get ... Read More
Some place to spend one week near Bangkok? by juan.bangkok
Hi, Do you know any good place near Bangkok (you must be able to go there and come back by bus or train) to spend a few days? As much as I love this city, I need to get out for one week or so to keep my sanity. I work at home, so I only need a ...
Yes there are lots of great places to go... Here would be my top choices if i had a week of free time HUA HIN (quiet and relaxed but with nightlife and civilization) PRACHUAP (Very quiet unspoilt beaches but no night life) KO SAMET (Great place ... Read More
Need Assistance to Seek A Job
Hi Ravinsa Yes it can be a tough time finding companies that accept non Thai But they are out there - and they just take a little bit of know how to find them. You can msg me and i can share more advice about things i know of. Also... be aware that ... Read More
In need of an advice:) by Neya
I'm new at this forum so hello to everyone first:) My name is Neya and I need some help... My boyfriend is Thai and has been studying, living and working most of his life in Europe. But now he kinda got tired of it and wants to go home...AND he ...
Hi Neya I have lived in Thailand for 7 years now - and yes i remember the first time i set foot here from Europe - It was a definite WOW! This place is just so ..... Louis and Hugh touched down on some great pointers - and whilst everyone is ... Read More
Just moved to Bangkok from Ethiopia....
welcome olaine If you need any business advice or tips - i may know a thing or two about business in Bangkok. Although to be honest - working for an international company will be far easier and you will at least have weekends off.. Msg me ... Read More
Yoga in Lad Phrao?
Hi Dean I can help you out there my friend I must confess i have not tried it yet - But i think sundays class looks quite a good one Let me know how you get on... absoluteyogabangkok.com/schedules4.html Read More
Looking to meet new people :) by Anj777
Hi All, I've been in BKK 2 months now, so have pretty much settled in! I would love to meet new people to have coffee with, shop with, yoga etc. if anyone is keen....
Helloo I've been in Bangkok now for 7 years... If you need any assistance be happy to help All the best Read More
Feeling a bit stranded and isolated in Bangkok by Dean1973
Deleting this post as it's on Google's rankings now : )
Hi Dean and everyone else I know the feeling of isolation so your not alone there my friend. I am also living on the outskirts of Bangkok in a very quiet location with about zero farangs - its nice but... If anyone wants to chat on MSN or shoot me ... Read More
Hi all my new friend here.:)
Hello and welcome... I'm new here too and currently living in Bangkok. Welcome to message me anytime... All the best Read More
Expat Meetings in Bangkok by LuisF
Thank you all for coming yesterday night to the meeting, it was very nice to meet you all. But it was a pity that you were tired and you left bit by bit until we were just 4 cats left. Debbie, Sidd, Paco and myself we partied until long ours in ...
Sounds like a funtastic night - I've got a Van Gogh Sunflower, can i join? Read More