Koh Samui is the second largest island in Thailand and is a go-to place for tourists who want the best beaches in the country and the most island-like experience, with all mod cons. From white-sand beaches, rock formations, waterfalls, and jungle views to man-made culturally-inspired structures such as temples and pagodas, Koh Samui is a…Read More
Khao San Road: A Traveler’s Guide to the “Backpacker’s Paradise”
Khao San Road – In a Nutshell: A one-kilometer stretch of strip located in the circle of the Old City, Khao San Road is close to Ratchadamnoen Avenue, which connects the area to many cultural and historical destinations in Bangkok. Translated as “milled rice”, KSR used to be a market street where Thailand’s staple crop…Read More
Online Privacy: 6 Steps to Protect Yourself from Snooping & Hackers in Thailand
Those living or traveling in Thailand should be aware of the need to protect their online privacy. For a number of years I have been advising my readers to take caution and protect their identity with a virtual private network (VPN). However, recent developments have drawn attention to the fact that we need to be…Read More
How to Get From Bangkok to Koh Samui: A Guide to All Modes of Transport
Affectionately referred to as KohSam by locals, Koh Samui Island is the country’s second largest after Phuket. Known for its white-sand beaches and luxury resorts sitting atop the Gulf of Thailand, the island give travelers the option of a short-flight breakaway from the bustle of Bangkok. Koh Samui is budget-diverse and offers options for budget…Read More
The 7 Best Thai Dating Tips You’ll Ever Read – Thank Me Later
Having lived in Thailand for many years and running this blog for over a decade, I’ve been there and done it: read the book, worn the t-shirt and taken both the red and the blue pills, so to speak. So I know a few things about Thai women and dating in Thailand. I’ve also seen…Read More
Driving in Thailand: 7 Essential Tips to Stay Safe on the Road
If you’re planning on driving during your holiday to Thailand then you might be a little apprehensive about driving in another country and what that might entail. If you’re from a country where driving laws are well enforced, then you may be a little surprised at how often motorists ignore the road rules in Thailand.…Read More
Myladyboydate Review: The Best Site for Ladyboy Dating?
My Ladyboydate com is a dating site aimed at men seeking to date transgender women (ladyboys) /third gender persons. There are a number of LB dating websites across the internet, but what makes this dating platform somewhat different is that it is centred around making a deeper connection and ultimately a loving relationship. The concept…Read More
Do You Need a Degree to Teach in Thailand?
This question deserves its own post because there’s a lot of misinformation surrounding it. I have answered this question in reply to various comments around the blog, but think it’s important to clear this up so that people wanting to teach in Thailand, who don’t have a degree, know where they stand. The short answer…Read More