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@paulina

Berlin

Serious question: why don´t Spätis sell "normal food"?

The licensing thing is huge, but also most Spätis are tiny and barely have room for a fridge. They're built around high-margin stuff like drinks and snacks, and fresh produce just doesn't fit the mode...

May 14

Bangkok

Ride share to Elephants world?

Anyone near Khao San road and going to Elephants World in Kanchanaburi want to split a ride it's 3500 Bhat for round trip? Date not decided yet

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why is it better to buy a freehold condo instead of renting?

$1500 rent for a 500k unit is actually a decent yield for the landlord around 3.6% which is about average for bkk. so you're not getting ripped off on rent but you're also not building equity the thi...

May 13

Berlin

Why is the U2 so damn packed this week?

ngl it's mostly IFA but also the Hertha fans this weekend. the U2 goes right by Olympiastadion and with a home game on saturday the afternoon trains are just as bad as rush hour. if u can, skip the wh...

Bangkok

Choosing a masseuse in a traditional massage salon?

ngl it depends a bit on the vibe of the place. at the higher end spots like Asia Herb Association or Oasis Spa, asking for someone by name is super normal and they'll even suggest it if you mention yo...

May 12

Tokyo

Physical therapist for sports?

fwiw i went through this exact same search last year. the problem is most places here that say "sports pt" are really just chiro or massage in disguise. there's a guy named nakamura at BIEN Sports C...

May 11

Seoul

Where to get a haircut in Seoul?

Hi everyone, I'm currently in Seoul and will be here for another three weeks. I'm looking for recommendations for a good men's or unisex barber shop. I'd love to try a Korean hairstyle but I'm not su...

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Bangkok

Thai wedding traditional, Dowry/Sinsod: Is it non-sense?! From a Thai Woman's Perspective.

Hello everyone, as a Thai woman, I recognize that discussions on this topic often lean towards male perspectives, which can shape the narrative in mostly negative thoughts about Thai Dowry or Sinsod....

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May 9

Tokyo

Question about "ladies of the night", why do so many Japanese allow "filming"?

I've had my fair share of, uh, let's say "experience" in Asia and Europe, and I have never seen the option to film unless they are literally a p*rn star. Some will let you film from behind and not sho...

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Bangkok

FB Marketplace Scam?

Recently I advertised some items on Facebook Marketplace, and had some similar replies as follows... The contact asked me to chat with them on Line, then they ask me the obvious, is it available, how...

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