In the past week I have heard from two people who have been refused entry into Thailand at a border crossing. The reason given by the immigration officer was having too many in/out border runs.This can be a distressing situation, particularly if … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Get From Bangkok to Hua Hin (You Choose)
Hua Hin lies approximately 90 miles south of Bangkok.Due to the relatively short distance from the capital, and good transport connections, Hua Hin is a very popular weekend getaway for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the … [Read more...]
Wat Arun: A Complete Guide to the ‘The Temple of Dawn’
Wat Arun is a famous Buddhist temple in Bangkok. Commonly known as 'The Temple of Dawn', it was built in the 17th century and named after the Hindu God Aruna.The distinctive spires or pagodas (called 'prang') were built in the early 19th century … [Read more...]
Am I Too Old to Teach in Thailand? 4 Options for Mature Teachers
Teaching is the most popular job for expats in Thailand. It's popular because there is always an abundance of teaching jobs available, and because it is a quick and easy way to get into employment for those looking to stay long-term.When one … [Read more...]
A Guide to Status (Nationality & Citizenship) for Children Born in Thailand
Most people don't relocate or travel to Thailand expecting to have a baby. But hey, life happens.Perhaps you relocated as an expat looking forward to retirement in the sun, but ended up finding romance, marriage and eventually a child. … [Read more...]
The Thailand Retirement Visa Guide
This post will provide you with all the information you need to obtain your retirement visa, and answer all the nagging questions to which you have seen conflicting answers for all over the Internet.Let's get started.What is a … [Read more...]
Border-Visa Run 101: A Newbie’s Guide
After receiving a few enquiries from readers of my other related posts confused over the difference between a visa run and a border run, I thought I should clarify exactly what a border/visa run involves, and the differences between the two.Let's … [Read more...]
How to Order from Amazon.com in Thailand
Did you know that you can order products from Amazon.com and have them delivered to your address in Thailand?Thanks to the International Shopping Experience, if you're an expat in Thailand wanting to order a hard-to-find book, or wanting to get … [Read more...]