a few phrases for the pests;
"I dont want any'' mai ow khrap
''I don't have any money'' mai mee dtung
''I forgot my money'' leum ow dtung ma
Failing that you can buy percussion caps (
http://www.sillyjokes.co.uk/)
that fit into your hand and explode when you shake hands with someone.
My friend's worked in Patong for 6 years and gets hasseled every night from the Indian Tailors. They insist on shaking your hand and say 'Gadday Mate' etc.
I went out with him for one night and got a dozen of these idiots. The following night they took one look at me, raised their hands and sad no thanks.
Try it next time you go back
