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...]
A Tourist’s Guide to Chartering a Yacht in Thailand
There are many great reasons to visit Thailand. It's rich in culture, history, nature and cuisine. And the large majority of people have a fantastic time.A select few of us get to visit such exotic places in serious style. Some are able to book … [Read more...]
Doing Business Vs. Working in Thailand: Key Differences & Visa Requirements
There's often some confusion regarding conducting business in Thailand versus working in Thailand.For example...What visa would you require if you were coming to Thailand to meet with export companies?What if you were visiting a … [Read more...]
Thailand Marathon Guide: The Best Races, Month-By-Month
Known for its colourful people, awesome beaches and sumptuous cuisine, Thailand isn't a country people generally associate with exercise.However, you might be surprised to find out that Thailand has a formidable year-round race circuit that … [Read more...]
The A-to-Z of Overstay: Rules, Fines, Bans, Detention & More
If you're new to Thailand then you probably don't know too much about overstaying your visa. If you've made a few trips back-and-forth already, you may have heard the term but probably aren't au fait with the rules.Either way, it's something … [Read more...]
The Thai Visa Re-Entry Permit Guide
For those who have decided to make Thailand their long-term (or semi-long-term) home, there’s always the issue of balancing your visa type with the frequency you’d like to leave the Kingdom.And while it’s not the most exciting topic, I know that t … [Read more...]
Get a TransferWise Borderless Bank Account & Receive, Send & Spend Money Abroad
Those of you familiar with TransferWise will know that it is the cheapest way to transfer money between countries. It helps you avoid bank fees and gives you the real exchange rate.I have written about this service in another post and it's been … [Read more...]