September Samui Ex Servicemen’s Get Together at Le Chablis

Once again a good turn out for our September get together at Le Chablis Resort in Chaweng, Koh Samui. A few new faces and some of the regulars enjoyed an evening of banter and an excellent Fish and Chip supper provided by Joe at Le Chablis. Thanks to Joe for his hospitality and all who came along.

October’s meet up will be at Big Joes, located in Chaweng on the ring road, at 5:00 pm on the 28th October.

The Poppy appeal boxes are being distributed around Koh Samui in the next few days, if you see one it would be appreciated if you could contribute to this worthy charity.

Looking forward to seeing everybody on the 28th. Any serving members of Her Majesty’s Armed Forces or Ex-Servicemen visiting the Koh Samui are welcome to come along.

Samui Ex-Servicemen

Samui Ex Servicemen At Full Moon Bungalows In August

A good time was had by all I hope at Full Moon Bungalows in Bangrak thanks to the hospitality of Paul and Big Joes food. Thanks to everybody who came along, again a good turnout.

The next time we all meet will be the 30th September at Le Chablis in Chaweng 4:30 pm as usual. If you are unsure where to find Le Chablis e-mail me at samuiexservicemen@gmail.com for directions.

If anyone is interested in obtaining a veterans lapel badge and is unsure how to apply for one when we meet in September bring along the following details:

National Insurance Number:
Date of Birth:
HM Forces Service or Unit:
Service No.:
Periods of Service if known:

I can then apply on your behalf and hopefully have them for you by the October meet up.

If you want a laugh click Here for some funny pictures, military style!

Look forward to seeing everybody on the 30th September.

Samui Ex-Servicemen

Samui Ex-Servicemen April Get Together at Le Chablis

The April get together was at Le Chablis in Chaweng where our hosts provided an excellent curry accompanied by some substantial samosas and condiments. Thank you to Le Chablis, if you are ever visiting Koh Samui this is a nice resort with very comfortable and moderately priced rooms at the north end of Chaweng Beach. We had new members this time around and as usual a few beers were consumed as the sand bags were pulled up and stories of days gone by related.

Next time we get together will be on Tuesday the 27^th May, 4:30 pm at Big Joes purveyor of pies and all food that is British. Located on the Chaweng ring road opposite the petrol station.

Below is some information that may be of interest to you click on the links to contact the Honary Consul.

Visit To Koh Samui by Head of Passport Section British Embassy

The head of passport section will visit Samui on Fri 16 May. If sufficient interest exists it will be possible to arrange appointments for individuals/families to discuss the following:

• Passport renewal procedure, inc proposed changes to current biometric passports expected later this year.
• All aspects relating to children.
• The British nationality act.

Notes:

1. Time & venue has yet to be established but will be in Bang Rak or Choeng Mon late afternoon or evening.
2. Interviews will be by appointment through the Honary Consul. This is primarily aimed at those with Thai spouses & dual national children or Brit couples with children.
3. Immigration matters (ie visas for UK or visas for ‘farangs’ in Thailand) are a separate entity and will NOT be on the agenda.

What to do next:

Interested parties should email the Honary Consul with questions (between 01 & 09 May) & to ask for an appointment. The Honary Consul will allocate appointments on 10^th May.

April Samui Ex-Servicemen Get Together

A quick reminder 29th April 2008, 4:30 pm at Le Chablis in Chaweng, see the link in the left hand column of this blog for their website, Samui Ex-Servicemen get together for a few social drinks and a chat.

Also 23rd April St Georges day celebrations at the Elephant and Castle in Bang Rak, Free BBQ and Cut Price John Smiths Beer and Strongbow Cider on offer, sponsored by Bob the Towel and Fluid Asia Pacific.

Hope to See You There.

Samui Ex Servicemen Update

At the last get together of Samui Ex-Servicemen, not only did we have a good time, but Steve Ryder of Ensure Asia paid us a visit. He discussed the pros and cons of various health insurance options in an open forum. Any body interested in contacting Steve click here: info@ensureasia.com to receive more personalized information.

News For those receiving War Pensions

War Pension payments will increase by 3.9% from 07 April 2008. From that date those on 100% can expect £145.10 per week, an increase of £5.40.

If you think you may be entitled to a War Pension click here for information: War Pensions Information or come along to our next get together at Le Chablis, Chaweng on the 29^th April at 4:30 pm and pick the brains of our resident expert.

Look forward to seeing you there.

Samui Ex Servicemen