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by johnny lightning
Thu Feb 29, 2024 6:19 am
Forum: Newsworthy
Topic: Sihanoukville public transport
Replies: 7
Views: 1123
Cambodia

Re: Sihanoukville public transport

Wonder if it will even work. The tuktuk mafia in Snooky used to be so strong that anything like this would never fly. Changing times and a governor with balls may see it to fruition.
by johnny lightning
Tue Feb 27, 2024 6:24 am
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: Have you ever been in a crash on public transport in Asia?
Replies: 14
Views: 1541
Cambodia

Re: Have you ever been in a crash on public transport in Asia?

Maybe 15 years back coming from Saigon on a big bus. Sailing along on what was then a new road, few passengers on the bus and Boney M blaring from the speakers. Next moment the bus takes an enormous swerve while hitting the brakes, enormous enough that I was amazed we didn't go over. It was difficul...
by johnny lightning
Sun Feb 25, 2024 6:49 am
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Vietnam may waive visas for 6-12 months' stay -- eyeing retiree visa!
Replies: 10
Views: 1521
Cambodia

Re: Vietnam may waive visas for 6-12 months' stay -- eyeing retiree visa!

I sure as hell hope it comes to pass. As with most issues regarding Vietnam immigration, I'll believe it when I see it.
by johnny lightning
Wed Feb 14, 2024 5:52 am
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: “I Can’t Bear The Shame” Chinese Sex Worker Opting For Cambodia
Replies: 10
Views: 1523
Cambodia

Re: “I Can’t Bear The Shame” Chinese Sex Worker Opting For Cambodia

"Never imagined Cambodia as a sex destination on the order of Thailand." Where did you get that idea? I seriously doubt it and would be astounded if true.
by johnny lightning
Sat Feb 10, 2024 7:02 am
Forum: Ask the Expats (Questions & Answers)
Topic: receiving 2 factor authentication while abroad
Replies: 57
Views: 5258
Cambodia

Re: receiving 2 factor authentication while abroad

I have a dual SIM phone and (depending where you are!) it is not a one or the other deal. Both work at the same time although you may need to go into settings and choose which one you want as default for calls and data. I am not currently there but a month back I was using Smart and my Telcel at the...
by johnny lightning
Fri Feb 09, 2024 6:37 am
Forum: Ask the Expats (Questions & Answers)
Topic: receiving 2 factor authentication while abroad
Replies: 57
Views: 5258
Cambodia

Re: receiving 2 factor authentication while abroad

This can be a royal pain in the ass. I have a Telcel SIM from Mexico that works in Canada, the US and Mexico as well as one from Canada on a pay as you go plan. The Canadian one is useless however I can get text messages in both VN and Cambodia on the Telcel number even when I don't top it up and ha...
by johnny lightning
Thu Feb 08, 2024 5:18 am
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: How old were you when you first visited Cambodia? Poll.
Replies: 37
Views: 3269
Cambodia

Re: How old were you when you first visited Cambodia? Poll.

My English girlfriend who was with me agreed. Jeez, can't imagine why!
by johnny lightning
Tue Feb 06, 2024 5:50 am
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: How old were you when you first visited Cambodia? Poll.
Replies: 37
Views: 3269
Cambodia

Re: How old were you when you first visited Cambodia? Poll.

Age 35 in 1996. Loved the "wild west" anything goes atmosphere. Seems kind of bland now.
by johnny lightning
Mon Feb 05, 2024 6:18 am
Forum: Ask the Expats (Questions & Answers)
Topic: e-books
Replies: 4
Views: 577
Cambodia

Re: e-books

libgen
by johnny lightning
Tue Jan 30, 2024 5:23 am
Forum: Getting Your Fill
Topic: Best Western food in sihanoukville?
Replies: 14
Views: 1639
Cambodia

Re: Best Western food in sihanoukville?

Even more egregious than the shitty burger is the beer you chose to go with it!