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 thinks about teaching in Thailand, young gap-year students tend to spring to…Read More

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 Bangkok-based branch of the company you work for? Or what if you were coming to Thailand to start…Read More

Those of you familiar with Wise (formerly 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 hugely helpful to other expats who’ve used the service.…Read More

Have you ever dreamed of earning money while actually enjoying life and having some freedom to explore and travel? Yes, that is a thing, really! Teaching in Thailand is a viable way to jack in your job, up sticks, and move to another country. In this guide I’ll provide you with all the information you…Read More

Over the past year a number of people have contacted me asking me my opinion on TEFL Heaven and whether it is worth considering their program in Thailand. I’ve since interviewed the owners, checked out one of their schools in Phuket, and now penned this review to give anyone interested a complete run-down on what to…Read More

Starting a business in Thailand can be a daunting prospect, but get it right and it can be a lucrative, enjoyable one. There’s an abundance of opportunity in the industrial and service sectors and in import and export in general. Thailand is the second-largest economy in Southeast Asia after Indonesia, and recognized by the World Bank as “one of…Read More

Teaching in Thailand is a great way to broaden your horizons: to live in another country, to experience a different culture, to travel, and to gain experience teaching. And in my opinion, SEE TEFL is the best company to take a TEFL course with in Thailand. I have personal experience with them, and a number…Read More

As a foreigner, whenever you talk about buying land in Thailand, some smart Alec pops up and says, “You can’t own land in Thailand, so ner”! While this is sort of true, the law doesn’t restrict foreigners from owning land in all instances, which we’ll discuss in a moment. Aside from that, however, I assume…Read More