For fans of the beautiful game, watching Champions League and English Premiership football in Thailand can be a nightmare.Of course, when the games are on at a reasonable hour you can hit a sports bar, but then there are times when you'd rather … [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...]
Origins of the Thai: Exploring the 6 Most Popular Theories
Thailand has a fascinating history, particularly because over many centuries Thailand has adopted many cultural influences from surrounding regions.This has happened through immigration and migration, and through war over territory.But while … [Read more...]
10 Reasons You Should Never Ride Elephants In Thailand & What to Do Instead
If there’s one symbol that’s synonymous with the Kingdom of Smiles, it’s the elephant.Emblazoned on t-shirts, acting as the mascot of the kingdom’s (arguably) best beer, and tattooed on the ankles of visiting wanderers, the friendly elephant is th … [Read more...]
Learning Thai with Mondly – A Comprehensive Review
Top-Level Overview Straight off the bat I'll tell you that Mondly is fun. I recently reviewed Glossika, and while Mondly is not wholly dissimilar, I found it far more interactive and engaging.The lessons offer elements of gamification, and part … [Read more...]
A Day Trip to Doi Inthanon: Everything You Need to Know
Looking to explore the beauty of northern Thailand?There’s no better place to revel in the forests and mountains of the Land of Smiles than at Doi Inthanon, the tallest peak in the country and the eponymously named national park. A Brief H … [Read more...]
Visiting The Maeklong Railway (Life-Risking) Train Market
If you have ever visited Thailand, you’ll know that things here are often done a little differently, to say the least.Case in point: the Maeklong Railway Train Market.Close your eyes and picture a market. Imagine the chatter of the vendors, t … [Read more...]