dotpoom Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Had a bit of a "meltdown" myself in Home Pro last night. My Ex. who is here on holiday bought a table lamp. At the checkout I gave the cashier my phone No. to gain a few points (club card). ...Problem No.1...they didn't have a bag big enough for the shade ...only had ones big enough for the lamp itself....Problem No 2. She gave me a discount of 79 Bt. but wouldn't give me the lamp without seeing my passport ..to get the discount, I presume. I didn't have it on me or my driving licence which was in the car. So I said forget about the discount and let us be on our way...."Passport...passport" they kept asking me for...,",nevermind discount I kept telling them, just let the points ride and I'll get their benefit another time ..like always .. No way, the manager appeared along with about 3 other staff members and two men who were collecting the trolleys. At this stage I loudly said .."FORGET ABOUT THE DISCOUNT...NO WANT"...everybody switched off at that point claiming they didn't understand English and walked away from me. My Ex. then gave the cashier an extra 79 Bt. and bought a carrier bag for the shade ..and we duly went on our way. As always ..I blame the mobile phones...people are getting more vegetative than ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solinvictus Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Ask the guy taking the video if he gets his monthly blood too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spidey Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 2 hours ago, overherebc said: Generally adopted by the person in their own mind. Most who think they are Hi-So really just think they are so much better than anyone else and expect everyone to 'obey' them. Clearly the case with this woman. Usually Thai Chin and a husband who has a minor post in government/army/police. And other posters have questioned why I refuse to associate with these types! Give me a down to earth baan noak any day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LomSak27 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 51 minutes ago, GettingBye said: Whats all this jibber-jabber about this being so Thai? This kind of thing happens everyday in the US. In fact, there was a video just a few days ago from Florida of an American woman going bonkers and trying to jump over the ticket counter in FL, I think. Not to the extent it happens over here. If you have status you can demand or expect privilege. Upset with your Smart Phone, just punch the sales person in the face, and apologize later. No harm, no foul (if you have the status) and of course no police action, charges or fines. It's all part of the P-Nong relationship Time to get studying Thai Culture 101 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roo860 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Had a bit of a "meltdown" myself in Home Pro last night. My Ex. who is here on holiday bought a table lamp. At the checkout I gave the cashier my phone No. to gain a few points (club card). ...Problem No.1...they didn't have a bag big enough for the shade ...only had ones big enough for the lamp itself....Problem No 2. She gave me a discount of 79 Bt. but wouldn't give me the lamp without seeing my passport ..to get the discount, I presume. I didn't have it on me or my driving licence which was in the car. So I said forget about the discount and let us be on our way...."Passport...passport" they kept asking me for...,",nevermind discount I kept telling them, just let the points ride and I'll get their benefit another time ..like always .. No way, the manager appeared along with about 3 other staff members and two men who were collecting the trolleys. At this stage I loudly said .."FORGET ABOUT THE DISCOUNT...NO WANT"...everybody switched off at that point claiming they didn't understand English and walked away from me. My Ex. then gave the cashier an extra 79 Bt. and bought a carrier bag for the shade ..and we duly went on our way. As always ..I blame the mobile phones...people are getting more vegetative than ever. Would have been easier to wear the lamp shade, and convinced everyone it's the latest fashion. Sent from my SM-G920F using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Weird Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 3 hours ago, seajae said: looks like she had 2 bags as well when should only have 1, thing is many thais like to have 2 bags or more as well as them being over weight. My other problem is the ones that sit at the back of the plane putting their bars in the lockers at the front of the plane so they dont have to carry them so far meaning passengers at the front have no where to put their bags, Saw one hostie tell someone that did it to remove their bag and take it to the back and the passenger had a huge bitch at her, like the op says typical thai The point is, it's not "typical Thai", that one (was every Thai person on that flight doing the same thing?) and this one are exceptions, most Thais are as reasonable as any other nationality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atyclb Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 airasia give commission to their employees that find overweight carry on luggage. very expensive to send that carry on bag as checkin. kl to bkk was 200usd for a carryon bag that was 10kilos airlines need to be culturally aware and have leeway and discretion. a possible strategy to have the overweight costs waived is to simply say you dont have the funds immediately available to pay and just tell them you will not go on that flight. they must then find your already checkin in luggage in the plane and remove it. this causes a delay that will be way more costly to the carrier then the pocket money they want to charge you it will likely also be less costly for you to book a different flight and prepay excess weight as checkin even eating the cost of ticket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spidey Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 2 hours ago, bannork said: This clip sees the return of one of my favourite Thai phrases- manut pba - translated loosely as a lady who demands privileges, i.e. expects to jump the queue, will do anything to be served first or have special treatment. Sorry to correct you but it means pretty much the opposite. Guy shooting the video called the woman "manut ba" when she was having difficulty understanding that she could only have 7kg in her carry on. Most Thais recognise it from a popular Thai cartoon, not dissimilar to "The Flintstones". Actually comes from a primitive tribe in Southern Thailand. Usually used to mean uneducated, lacking in even the basic knowledge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torrens54 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 THAINESS at it’s best ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notasmartassknowitallfarag Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 What airport was that at? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgdanson Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 1 hour ago, bluesofa said: That'll put you in check, mate. No, I am only a Rookie, but am practising every Night ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topah Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 She looked pretty slim... How about fat people. I think airlines should scale people also. Overweight people with unhealthy lifestyles should pay extra. Fat people are also annoying for people who sit next to them. Just saying :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEFLKrabi Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 For me, as long as the bag fits in the overhead locker it shouldn’t be an issue. The weight is 14kg whether it’s in the hold or the overhead. It still has to go in the plane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PolarAttack Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Wish they would weigh all carry on bagsYes, also count the quantity [emoji106] one is one? Right?Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notasmartassknowitallfarag Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 What airport was that at? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bannork Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 38 minutes ago, Spidey said: Sorry to correct you but it means pretty much the opposite. Guy shooting the video called the woman "manut ba" when she was having difficulty understanding that she could only have 7kg in her carry on. Most Thais recognise it from a popular Thai cartoon, not dissimilar to "The Flintstones". Actually comes from a primitive tribe in Southern Thailand. Usually used to mean uneducated, lacking in even the basic knowledge. I'm afraid you're confusing the words ba ป่า which means forest with the word here ป้า ba which means aunt. It's a different tone. It means a pushy middle-aged lady. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moon6966 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 I'd say maybe she has some mental health issues Might look normal but... Cause I think this ain't normal I never seen such extreme possible that she's A bit not clear in her mind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobobo Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 4 hours ago, bluesofa said: If they did, would my wife end up in the hold? Do you call her a bag? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phantomfiddler Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 I helped an old woman once when I saw she was having difficulties with her carry-on bag. Never again, it must have weighed at least 45kgs !!! Don,t know what she was carrying, but my knees were buckling after a few minutes ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biggles45 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 I fly regularly with AA and find them quite strict with carry on weight. I have even seen people refused boarding at the gate after bags weighed on scales. Unlike Cebu Pacific, mainly carrying Filipinos who are totally incapable of travelling light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just1Voice Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 2 hours ago, GettingBye said: Whats all this jibber-jabber about this being so Thai? This kind of thing happens everyday in the US. In fact, there was a video just a few days ago from Florida of an American woman going bonkers and trying to jump over the ticket counter in FL, I think. I was warned about TV being a place where old farang vent their anti-Thai opinions but I didn’t believe a bunch of expats who live here by their own choice could hold so much resentment towards the place. Aw well, the best thing about Thailand is the freedom to do as you please and be who you are so whatever floats yer boat ???? You're a Newby". Stick around, you'll learn. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougiemac57 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 I am in total agreement. Air Asia state 7kg and 2 bags maximum ie 7kg for 2 bags but they continually let people on with 3, 4 5 etc. No point in having rules and not sticking to them for everyone. Same as people on scooters, bikes etc. You must wear a helmet, my arse and the police just allow it to happen. My wife also has the attitude to let her son drive the car in the village. He has no license at all and she doesn't seem to be able to take it on board that if her son drives and is in an accident her car is not insured !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoza Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 4 hours ago, seajae said: looks like she had 2 bags as well when should only have 1, thing is many thais like to have 2 bags or more as well as them being over weight. My other problem is the ones that sit at the back of the plane putting their bars in the lockers at the front of the plane so they dont have to carry them so far meaning passengers at the front have no where to put their bags, Saw one hostie tell someone that did it to remove their bag and take it to the back and the passenger had a huge bitch at her, like the op says typical thai in fact you can have two bags but they must not exceed 7 kg combined as I have had reason to check AA and their baggage and most of their rules lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 39 minutes ago, wgdanson said: No, I am only a Rookie, but am practising every Night ! You reckon your the king, practising with a pawn queen perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roo860 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 I am in total agreement. Air Asia state 7kg and 2 bags maximum ie 7kg for 2 bags but they continually let people on with 3, 4 5 etc. No point in having rules and not sticking to them for everyone. Same as people on scooters, bikes etc. You must wear a helmet, my arse and the police just allow it to happen. My wife also has the attitude to let her son drive the car in the village. He has no license at all and she doesn't seem to be able to take it on board that if her son drives and is in an accident her car is not insured !!I reckon you and Mrs Mac need to have a serious chat?Sent from my SM-G920F using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metisdead Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 An off topic post has been removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mavideol Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 2 minutes ago, roo860 said: I reckon you and Mrs Mac need to have a serious chat? Sent from my SM-G920F using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app your advise may lead to unnecessary argument... if it didn't broke why fix it...let the kid drive untill somebody get hurt then the misses (may or may not) hear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roo860 Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 your advise may lead to unnecessary argument... if it didn't broke why fix it...let the kid drive untill somebody get hurt then the misses (may or may not) hearOnly problem with that is if he killed or seriously injured someone, then could cost you dearly, but if that's how it is then let them carry on.Sent from my SM-G920F using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic Ray Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 56 minutes ago, TEFLKrabi said: For me, as long as the bag fits in the overhead locker it shouldn’t be an issue. The weight is 14kg whether it’s in the hold or the overhead. It still has to go in the plane. Part of the problem is the danger if the bag falls out of the locker, much greater if bag is overweight, and the other part is the effect on the trim of the plane with extra weight up high. That’s also why they charge extra at the airport for adding luggage, as well as making more money, as they have to recalculate the freight capacity and the trim. I remember being asked in the US to move seats with several others to balance on a half empty commuter jet. I was one of the lighter passengers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simtemple Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Another entitled Thai Cretin with no self control. It's a national characteristic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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