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...]
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...]