johndale
American expat in Thailand
Forum posts
27
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2
About me
American
Lives in Chiang Mai
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 22 July 2012
arrived in Chiang Mai just 1 week ago! by kasumi
hi all, my name is kasumi i'm from Japan. I came here with a program of my university for 6 months, until september, but as i'm alone to come here, i want to know somebody to be friends :) as i'm not good at speaking English at all nor Thai (i'm ...
Suchada, I was at that temple a few weeks ago and was amazed at the energy there. It was a quiet day but the energy in the temple was so calm and peaceful. I couldn't help myself, I just had to sit and meditate for a bit. It was wonderful! thank ... Read More
arrived in Chiang Mai just 1 week ago! by kasumi
hi all, my name is kasumi i'm from Japan. I came here with a program of my university for 6 months, until september, but as i'm alone to come here, i want to know somebody to be friends :) as i'm not good at speaking English at all nor Thai (i'm ...
I'm new here too and would love to have a friend from Japan Read More
Now in Chiang Mai - Would Love to Make Friends by johndale
I'm newly living in Chiang Mai and have a few friends here but they will be leaving soon. I wonder if there are expat get togethers (or better yet Thai/expat) where I can meet others who call Chiang Mai home? Thanks for your help. - Peace
Welcome to Thailand! Just sent you a private message with my contact information. Read More
Now in Chiang Mai - Would Love to Make Friends by johndale
I'm newly living in Chiang Mai and have a few friends here but they will be leaving soon. I wonder if there are expat get togethers (or better yet Thai/expat) where I can meet others who call Chiang Mai home? Thanks for your help. - Peace
Kellie, I'm living here now and would be happy to meet up when you arrive. Send me a private message and I'll send you my phone number. John Read More
Now in Chiang Mai - Would Love to Make Friends by johndale
I'm newly living in Chiang Mai and have a few friends here but they will be leaving soon. I wonder if there are expat get togethers (or better yet Thai/expat) where I can meet others who call Chiang Mai home? Thanks for your help. - Peace
Hey I think I met a friend of yours at Butter is Better on Sunday (yesterday). I stopped to pet her little dog and she told me about friends going to Italy who need a dog sitter while they are gone. I think the universe id conspiring for me to ... Read More
Now in Chiang Mai - Would Love to Make Friends by johndale
I'm newly living in Chiang Mai and have a few friends here but they will be leaving soon. I wonder if there are expat get togethers (or better yet Thai/expat) where I can meet others who call Chiang Mai home? Thanks for your help. - Peace
I was there. Quite late. I had a doctors appointment. I came for about the last 15 minutes and sat in the back of the room. Seems like a good group. They won't be having a meeting next month due to Songkron, but I'll probably check out the May ... Read More
Now in Chiang Mai - Would Love to Make Friends by johndale
I'm newly living in Chiang Mai and have a few friends here but they will be leaving soon. I wonder if there are expat get togethers (or better yet Thai/expat) where I can meet others who call Chiang Mai home? Thanks for your help. - Peace
bonzersmom, I just googled it and found a meeting on March 23rd - a Saturday. is that the group you're talking about? thanks Read More
Now in Chiang Mai - Would Love to Make Friends by johndale
I'm newly living in Chiang Mai and have a few friends here but they will be leaving soon. I wonder if there are expat get togethers (or better yet Thai/expat) where I can meet others who call Chiang Mai home? Thanks for your help. - Peace
Great idea. I've heard about this group but wasn't sure when/where the meetings were located. Thank you!!! Read More
New to Chiang Mai - I think my original post when to the wrong section by johndale
Hi I'm John. I'm originally from Los Angles, California and I've recently come to Chiang Mai to hopefully make it my home for a few years. Ultimately I'd like to live in both Los Angeles and Chiang Mai, but I know how to live in LA, so I'm working ...
I am a dog lover and might be interested in taking care of your pup. I am however doing a meditation retreat for 12 days, until May 20. Read More
New to Chiang Mai - I think my original post when to the wrong section by johndale
Hi I'm John. I'm originally from Los Angles, California and I've recently come to Chiang Mai to hopefully make it my home for a few years. Ultimately I'd like to live in both Los Angeles and Chiang Mai, but I know how to live in LA, so I'm working ...
will do. Excellent idea. thanks Read More
New to Chiang Mai - I think my original post when to the wrong section by johndale
Hi I'm John. I'm originally from Los Angles, California and I've recently come to Chiang Mai to hopefully make it my home for a few years. Ultimately I'd like to live in both Los Angeles and Chiang Mai, but I know how to live in LA, so I'm working ...
Thank you walenvisa. I'm all set for quite a long time visa-wise in Thailand. Read More
New to Chiang Mai - I think my original post when to the wrong section
Hi I'm John. I'm originally from Los Angles, California and I've recently come to Chiang Mai to hopefully make it my home for a few years. Ultimately I'd like to live in both Los Angeles and Chiang Mai, but I know how to live in LA, so I'm working ... Read More
I'm Dave from Salt Lake City, Utah, USA by thompy4578
I am impressed with the quality posts, and people on this site, especially in everybody's willingness to help. This is so refreshing to see. My wife Grace, and I will be flying to Thailand in another week. We are considering moving to Chiang Mai, ...
I'm new to CM and looking to connect with others as well. Send me a private message and maybe we can meet for coffee or a meal. Read More
Now in Chiang Mai - Would Love to Make Friends by johndale
I'm newly living in Chiang Mai and have a few friends here but they will be leaving soon. I wonder if there are expat get togethers (or better yet Thai/expat) where I can meet others who call Chiang Mai home? Thanks for your help. - Peace
thanks slandha. I will send you a private message Read More
oil painting classes
I found a couple of art classes in the Nimman area yesterday, but they weren't oil classes. Have you guys heard of "The Artists Way" and would you be interested in creating an Artist Way group? Read More
How bad is the 'smokey' time of the year up in Chieng Mai? by wanderingsalsero
I've heard about the season of the year up around Chieng Mai where the country farmers burn their fields and it creates a pollution problem. I've seen some people who say it's so bad they have to leave town but surely there are people stay, ...
I have heard the air quality in Luang Prabang is as bad or worse than Chiang Mai during the smokey season - can anyone confirm? Read More
Same ol' Question by wannaretire
Of course I've been on several forums in the past and have seen this question posted ad nauseum. Sorry for bringing it up for what I am sure is the zillionth time on this forum, but here goes. (flames expected and probably deserved) I'm 54, loathe ...
I got my O-A visa in Los Angeles before i came here. it was actually very easy. I recommended getting it before arrival. In LA, the consulate is on Larchmont, and there is a guy across the street who helped me prepare my package of documents - took ... Read More
Now in Chiang Mai - Would Love to Make Friends
I'm newly living in Chiang Mai and have a few friends here but they will be leaving soon. I wonder if there are expat get togethers (or better yet Thai/expat) where I can meet others who call Chiang Mai home? Thanks for your help. - Peace Read More
Getting My Money to Thailand by wannaretire
Since posting last a few days ago pondering whether to retire now and move to LOS, I have decided, yes, now is the time. I do have another question that I've been having some trouble with. I will have a pension. My employer will only deposit in a US ...
I'm an American currently in Asia (in Vietnam now, but going back to Thailand soon) and was looking to set up an account in the US before I left in order to make banking easy while in Thailand. According to my research before I left the US, HSBC ... Read More
Hoping to move to Dalat by FIREFLY100
Hi as I am new here just curious if any expats are in Dalat as I my wife Trang and 2 daughters 8 and 10 are hoping to move there within the next 6 months also is there a c.c. limit on motorcycles ...i have seen a few larger bikes in v.n. but they ...
Hey Tim, Did you end up moving to Dalat? I ask because people keep telling me about the great weather and wonderful countryside. If you live there have you found an expat community. I'm very happy to have local friends, but every once in awhile ... Read More
Where can I find the best Western style coffee in Hanoi? by jason05
I've looked at many places but I want to know if someone knows any cafe gems I haven't been to.
I like the Hanoi Social Club too! Read More
Where can I find the best Western style coffee in Hanoi? by jason05
I've looked at many places but I want to know if someone knows any cafe gems I haven't been to.
I found Joma Bakery Cafe to be like stepping back into a California location. Good coffee. Nice staff. Good food. It's not the same as sitting in a tiny seat and having a traditional Vietnamese coffee (so good!) but it's a nice place to sit and chat ... Read More
Flood zones in Hoi An by scout123
Hi, I am considering moving to Hoi An and was just wondering if the entire district is prone to floods or if there are some areas that are not usually affected by the floods? I'd prefer somewhere within bicycle distance to the beach and Hoi An ...
Jaitch, I have not been to Hoi An in the wet season. It's just that if a flood like that came into the houses we have hear in the states, we'd have a ton of mold and other problems to handle that would be much more than "clean up." So the idea of ... Read More
Flood zones in Hoi An by scout123
Hi, I am considering moving to Hoi An and was just wondering if the entire district is prone to floods or if there are some areas that are not usually affected by the floods? I'd prefer somewhere within bicycle distance to the beach and Hoi An ...
There are plenty of houses outside of the flood zone and when it floods we get plenty of notice as the flooding is caused by high tides, lots of rain and then they let the water out of the dam...and if you rent a house that floods, your landlord ... Read More