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Alex K commented about Danger in Kisoro Uganda, On Tuesday May 19th, 2009 12:07:00 AM
If it makes you feel any better (it probably wont), I had a camera and $500 emergency hidden cash stolen from my backpack while I was on a bus in Thailand. It was stowed underneath the bus on a 2 hour ride. I put the bag there myself after seeing how crowded the bus was, and it looked secure. Well it wasnt, I think they must have someone riding down there but however they do it, its impressive.
A similar thing happened when I complained to the bus company. They would not let me use their phone to call the police and they became extremely rude. When I called the police from a pay phone, they never arrived after I waited 2 hours. While I was waiting it got dark and the people on the streets were sizing me up and staring me down, I did not feel safe. I decided the money was not worth jeopardizing my safety or ruining my vacation, so I left.
I hate being a victim and letting the criminal get away with it but of the available options, I think I made the best choice. The rest of the trip was fantastic.
PS dont hide money inside a vitamin bottle in your toiletries bag, they look there!
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Alex K commented about Philippines Malls by Social Class, On Monday July 13th, 2009 05:45:59 PM
Thats what I love about your site Andy, its real. No sugar coating. I almost feel like Ive been where you have been.
If anything, your observations are too critical. In the case of Thailand I have been there and I felt the Thai people were extremely accomodating and friendly. Since you say the Phillipines is more friendly, I want to go there too!
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Alex K commented about 90 Percent of Foreigners Marry Bargirls, On Monday October 19th, 2009 12:35:26 AM
I wish it wasn't true Andy.
I went to Thailand for vacation in April. I did not go to meet bargirls at all but I was surprised by how friendly and beautiful some of them are. Some of them seemed to be just normal gilrs hanging out in the bar but if you think about it, that is highly unlikely a normal Thai girl would be hanging out in a bar frequented by farang. So sad for us and them.
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