Does Ubon Ratchathani Need A Forum?

I have been researching the possibility and requirements for adding a forum to my website, http://www.weloveubon.com/ . It is a major undertaking to start up but I am willing to do what it takes if it will be a good thing for the Ubon Ratchathani expat community, local people, visitors and anybody with an interest in Ubon.

I have seen that other communities in Isaan and Thailand have forums that seem very useful. The expat community seems to be growing by leaps and bounds and I don't know of any way to distribute information besides word of mouth. I know I don't know enough but I am always learning more about Ubon and Thailand when I meet up with fellow expats.

If enough people join and contribute we can make Ubon a better place and improve quality of life here. Events happen which can affect our life and our status but we don't always get the word in time. Many expats live out in the countryside and have an even less chance of keeping up to date on things.

I am aware their was at least a US and Australian military presence here in the late 60's and early 70's. Maybe they could benefit from a forum here by finding former comrades, reconnecting with old Thai friends or sharing "war" stories. For the expats that live here we can share experiences, share information, help people looking for jobs or houses, get help if you are looking for a job or a place to live. People new to Ubon and visitors to Ubon might not know where to go to do what.

Forums are also a good place to make new friends or find fellow expats from your homeland. Some forums provide interaction between locals and foreign expats. If someone is thinking of moving to Ubon or researching a place to retire to or just relocate from their homeland it can be a useful tool. Tips, suggestions, recommendations and warnings can be passed along to others from travel experiences in Ubon, Isaan and elsewhere in Thailand.

What else? Can share recipes, books, movies, restaurants, sports and fitness venues, winning lottery numbers and such. If you need to buy a car, motorcycle or furnishings or looking to sell same the forum can be a place to make those needs public.

Right now it's just an idea. I would appreciate any and all comments and feedback both positive and negative.