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i know this is prob on a diff thread
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No problem you're a newbie and we can be gentle - Ha ha; when you get used to the forum you will find the search function very useful.
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Originally Posted by slantzz
but i was wondering how to get ahold of "western" owned establishments when i get there, i think it would be nice to meet someone who can give me the low down on how things work there
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Get yourself to the Mai Thai Bar (MTB), in Soi Eric off the Bangla Road, and you are bound to find a few board members (BM), who will gladly fill you in on what to do.
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Originally Posted by slantzz
i was thinking of bringing about 2000 usd, is that enough?
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For 6 days, that should just about suffice, have a look at this thread
http://www.phuket-info.com/forums/ne...ay-phuket.html and you will get a good idea.
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my main goal there is to meet girls
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I think this may be achievable.
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as a 25 year old guy, would i still have as much fun by myself, or should i get a friend to go with me? and would i be better to go to bangkok 3 days and phuket 3 days or all the time in phuket?
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Up to you! People tend to be very friendly in Thailand, so if you are on your own you shouldn't have a problem meeting people and having a laugh, again location up to you -
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Originally Posted by slantzz
and do the hotel workers speak english, i would like to make sure i dont have to pay every time i bring someone home
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Yes, generally, they speak english very well, and certainly far better than I speak Thai. You need to stay in a guest friendly hotel, or a guest house. To find a guest friendly hotel look at this thread:-
http://www.phuket-info.com/forums/ac...nfriendly.html
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, and last,
should i plan to pay cash for everything, or is plastic accepted???
ohh and how to dress......
thanks in advance,
yaah i am number 10,000
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Ok cash in most restaurants, bars, taxis etc. CC for hotels OK but they will want a surcharge.
Dress for the tropics!