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Phuket Tuk-Tuks,Taxis: Fairer Fares Proposed

Phuket Tuk-Tuks,Taxis: Fairer Fares Proposed

UPDATE More key meetings are planned after a historic gathering of representatives from Phuket's tourism source nations suggested a new approach to metered tuk tuks and taxis on the island.

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Re: Phuket Tuk-Tuks,Taxis: Fairer Fares Proposed
Whispering Jack wrote on Tuesday February 9, 2010 at 14:55

I visited Hong Kong with my Thai wife recently and we were amazed at what an efficient taxi service they have there. ...

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Re: Phuket Tuk-Tuks,Taxis: Fairer Fares Proposed
BOM wrote on Tuesday February 9, 2010 at 17:23

Lena, who is the awful guy? A man named T....? Actually, it would be good to have him back, crime is exploding, meth ...

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Re: Phuket Tuk-Tuks,Taxis: Fairer Fares Proposed
Lena wrote on Tuesday February 9, 2010 at 16:09

Thank you Mr. Naumann for talking the talk, thank you Governor Wichai for using your position for the greater good an...

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Re: Phuket Jellyfish: Warning Cover 'Makes No Sense'
sandman wrote on Tuesday February 9, 2010 at 15:48

errr... vinegar ISNT the only thing you can use. Urine works too.... and NEITHER will save you from a boxie sting. ...

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