Hey,
I will be going to Koh Phi Phi and Koh Tao this January. Does anyone have any recommended places for accomodations for either place? I don't need anything fancy, just safe and secure from thieft basically. Any other recommendations for traveling/experiencing these places would be great!
Fellow RM, Aaron Nelson
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Hello All, I am going to be serving in Thailand pretty soon. I enter the MTC on Nov. 15th and I have a couple ?'s. How long does it usually take for a letter to get from the US to Thailand and visa versa? My mom is really worried about me getting contact solution in Thailand. I've heard there are little shops for everything in Thailand so I'm assuming there will be a shop that has contact solution. My mom wants me to keep posting ?'s as they come and I will gratefully accept anyone's comments on things i should know or things you wish you had known before you got there or something that's important to take. Thanx!
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Hello All, I am going to be serving in Thailand pretty soon. I enter the MTC on Nov. 15th and I have a couple ?'s. How long does it usually take for a letter to get from the US to Thailand and visa versa? My mom is really worried about me getting contact solution in Thailand. I've heard there are little shops for everything in Thailand so I'm assuming there will be a shop that has contact solution. My mom wants me to keep posting ?'s as they come and I will gratefully accept anyone's comments on things i should know or things you wish you had known before you got there or something that's important to take. Thanx!
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Dear Friends,
I would like to keep you inform that, no cost for participate with 40th Anniversary activity in Bangkok Stake. Stake will cover all expenses during October 20-21 (October 20- no cost for transportation and meals, October 21 no cost for all day long meals).
Best Regards,
Wisan
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Dear Friends,
My correct e-mail address is WisanbannawitWi@ldschurch.org
Best Regards,
Sawatdee Krap,
Wisan Wisanbannawit
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Dear Friends,
I'm please to keep you inform that the final official agenda for 40th Anniversary - Dedication Land of Thailand for Missionary Work was approved by Stake Presidency.
For those who planning to attend the 40th anniversary activities in Bangkok please send e-mail to me (wisanbannawit@ldschurch.org) as soon as you can, we need to prepare for RM reunion activity and transportation for those who want to go out with us on October 20, 2006 (See agenda).
Our members in Bangkok Stake are excited to me all of your, they work so hard to prepare this activity for all of you.
If you need more information, please send e-mail to me anytime.
40th Anniversary-Dedication Land of Thailand for Missionary Work
Official Agenda
October 20, 2006 (Time 04:00-08:00 pm.) –At Asoke Meetinghouse.
Bangkok tour for return missionary from Thailand support by Bangkok Stake (Transportation, meals and others)
08:00 am.Leave Asoke meetinghouse to Lumpinee Park
08:30-09:30 am. Visit clock tower (The place the Elder Hinckley dedicated land of Thailand for missionary work and have breakfast at Lumpinee Park.
09:40 AM. Leave for Bangkhae meetinghouse.
10:40-11:55 am. Visit new Church own meetinghouse and meet with members.
12:00 pm. Leave for Srinakharin Meetinghouse.
Lunch box on bus.
01:30-02:30 PM. Visit new Church own meetinghouse and meet with members.
02:40 PM. Leave for Asoke meetinghouse.
04:00-06:00 pm. RM Reunion Activities
06:30-08:00 pm. Fireside by Former Mission Presidents. (Such as Pres.White) and return Missionary from Thailand.
October 21, 2006 (09:00 am. – 08:00 pm.) – At Asoke Meetinghouse
08:30-08:55 am. Breakfast & Register
09:30-15:30 pm. Exhibition from CES, LDSC, ERS, FH and Mission.
(Indoor).
10:00 am. Church DVD presentation in Chapel area (Indoor).
12:00 pm. Lunch - Outdoor
01:00-03:00 pm. “Time Capsule” (will be opened in next 10 years for 50th year anniversary).
Church History in Thailand by return missionary from Thailand and other Church leaders.
- Speech given by Stake President
03:00-04:30 pm. SYS performance and activities – outdoor activities
05:00-07:00 pm. Activity --- Traditional Thai Dance from various units
07:00-08:30 pm. Dinner with all members in Bangkok stake.
08:30 pm. End of program.
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This recent coup reminds me of a similar coup when I was living in Bangkok clear back in, when was it, 1970/71?. The prime minister surrounded the palace with tanks overnight and took over the government. I remember seeing those tanks and trucks of soldiers in the streets. Less than half the students showed up at our school that day. There was a curfew declared, too. It will be interesting to see what changes are made. One thing is for sure, King Bhumipol Adunyadej has done more to serve his country than any other king in my life time. I have a lot of respect and admiration for both the king and Queen Sirikit. I think Queen Sirikit is the best role model for women in the whole world, bar none.
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I am currently living just a few blocks away from the "Coup." September 20 was declared a national holiday and schools were all closed. Yesterday I went and took pictures with the soldiers and tanks. They are more of a tourist attraction than anything. Little kids were climbign on them to get their pictures taken. Most people in Bangkok seem to be very accepting of the change. I will post pictures soon.
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Hi Everyone,
Just a note to let you that nothing has changed for the scheduled tour. The King has given his blessing to the transfer of Government and no political unrest is forseen for the near future. My contacts in the Thai Government (reliable ones) have assured that it is business as usual and there is no need for concern especially for visitors. According to several newspaper reports, no one was even aware of the events happening as close as 3 blocks away. Bars and restuarants remained open and doing land office business.
It appears that tour members (now 15 confirmed) will be arriving at the new airport. I have airport maps (in Thai) and and a list of important telephone numbers for the new airport if you are interested I'll be happy to email you a copy.
BTW, there is still time to join the group for any last minute travellers. Email me or call Michelle at International Grandway Travel asap for details . Somsak 1@aol.com.
Regards,
Craig Savage
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CNN has an interesting article on the influence and power of HM King Bhumipol Adunyadej the Great. The web link is:
http://www.cnn.com/2006/WORLD/asiapcf/09/20/thai.king.ap/index.html
While the article probably overstates the King's involvement in the recent coup, it does describe the influence over the country's affairs that he maintains because of his goodness and love for the people of Thailand.
"He is one of the greatest kings in the history of the world." (a quote from a book that I am fond of). Long live the King of Thailand.
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