The majority of expats who move to Thailand for a job end up living in Bangkok, and those with kids will need to research the international schools market for suitable education.Similarly, long-stayers and retirees who have kids in Thailand will … [Read more...]
A Renter’s Guide to Apartment/Condo Deposits: Conflict Avoidance 101
If you're renting a condo or an apartment for more than a month in Thailand, you'll definitely be asked for a deposit.At one time, a 1-month deposit used to be standard, but in recent years it is quite common to be asked for two month's rent as a … [Read more...]
Smooci Review: The Booking Platform Revolutionizing the Escort Industry
Smooci has been available for a while now, but only recently has it come of age and finally plugged the gap that the escort industry has been yearning for......And that is a digital platform that makes escort-client encounters easier and safer … [Read more...]
The New ‘O-X Long Stay’ Visa – Everything You Need to Know
A new visa has been launched and is dividing opinion across the expat community. It's called the Non-Immigrant O-X (long stay).Technically it is a "new" retirement visa because it shares very similar properties with the Non Immigrant O-A visa, … [Read more...]
Box Jellyfish in Thailand: High-Risk Areas, Sting Statistics & Prevention Methods
Box jellyfish are a highly dangerous invertebrates species.Aptly named with a cube-shaped body structure and long trailing tentacles, several species of the box jellyfish are extremely venomous, including the Carukia barnesi, Malo kingi, and … [Read more...]
12 Fun Things to Do on a Short Visit to Vientiane
Vientiane, Laos’ laid back capital city, is a complex and beautiful mix of French Colonial architecture and traditional Buddhist temples. The largest city in Laos, Vientiane sits comfortably on the banks of the Mekong River.Vientiane was a … [Read more...]
The Thailand Elite Visa – Is it Worth it?
Obtaining a visa for Thailand can be complex, confusing and in some cases costly. The system has always been convoluted and shows no signs of changing any time soon.Entering on a 30-day stay or a tourist visa is fairly easy (apply at your local … [Read more...]
The Lowdown on 12Go Asia: Routes, Benefits, Restrictions, Pricing & Small Print
With all the tech startup ups that have emerged in Thailand over the past 5 years, I always wondered when someone would take on the fragmented ticket industry and bring it together under one easy-to-book website.With multiple operators, middle … [Read more...]