A lease agreement in Thailand enables a foreigner to maintain a long term interest in the country through land. Lease permitting, a house can be constructed on the land and registered in the foreigner’s name. A lease arrangement is suited to a number of situations,… Read More
A List of Prohibited Jobs for Foreigners in Thailand
I often get asked about job opportunities in Thailand for specific industries, and “Can I move to Thailand and work as a [enter job here]. The answer is usually no – because Thailand prohibits foreign nationals from working in many areas of industry. The large… Read More
Cannabis Law in Thailand: A Guide to Growing & Smoking Marijuana
Thailand’s Marijuana laws have evolved dramatically in recent times. What was once considered an illegal drug, unsafe for society, is now legal, mostly. Thailand approved the decriminalization of cannabis, agreeing that the Health Ministry drop cannabis from its list of controlled drugs. Health Minister Anutin… Read More
Motorbike Safety in Thailand: 12 Must Follow Holiday Tips
Many travelers, and those relocating to Thailand, don’t give riding a motorbike a second thought until they arrive and realize it’s the easiest and cheapest way to get around. Suddenly, without having planned it, you find yourself out on the open road on a machine… Read More
40 Easy Isaan Words & Phrases You Can Learn Today
Isaan refers to Thailand’s northeastern region, the largest area of Thailand. The word is also sometimes spelt Isan or Esarn. The reason for its separate identity is a history of war and people displacement. Without delving too far into the history here, see Wikipedia for… Read More
How Much Does it Cost to Holiday in Thailand?
It’s always a difficult question to answer because a holiday in Thailand can be as cheap or expensive as you like. I suppose this can be said for most countries, but Thailand is different. It really is an all-budget country. To give you an idea… Read More
Thailand Airport Taxi Guide: Pricing for Fares to Your Hotel
One of your first considerations when arriving in Thailand will be; “how do I get from the airport to my hotel”? It sounds simple enough, but depending on where you arrive, the options and pricing will differ. In this article, I cover a few of… Read More
A Guide to Thai Spirit Houses
Spirit houses are common in Thailand and no doubt you’ve seen them outside homes, hotels, malls and even on farmland. But what are these spirit houses and why do people have them? Ask a Thai and the answer you’re likely to get will be something… Read More