The Early Years A Newbie in Pattaya I am a single European man and first went to Thailand in 2001. Back then, Thailand was still dirt cheap, and I could easily go for annual vacations without breaking the bank too much. I had a strong urge to go to Thailand after I had broken off…
I used to holiday in the same place for years. There’s a little town in the Algarve in Portugal called Albufeira, and that was the place I liked to go more than anywhere else in the world. I haven’t been back for a long time since these events unfolded, but I can picture the steep…
Welcome to Bangkok, Thailand. This is a large and bustling metropolis, and if you’re planning a visit to the city, you’re going to need to use the transportation system. From taxis to tuktuks, trains, and ferries, you have plenty of options available but you can also make a lot of mistakes. I’m going to cover…
Annoyance #1: The Sidewalks Those are some pretty choppy-looking sidewalks. A lot of obstacles in the way random poles, random signs. As you can see, the sidewalks get pretty rough, and during rush hour, that whole street is packed with people navigating all those obstacles and each other. A lot of this has to do…
Is Thailand a safe country? This is a question that I’ve commonly been asked, and in today’s video I’m going to do my best to cover everything you need to know about safety in Thailand. From street crime to road accidents, scams, and risky behaviors, I’m going to discuss the main risks that you face…
Welcome to Bangkok, Thailand. This is the Land of Smiles. Thailand is one of the most visited countries in the world, and Bangkok is consistently the most visited city in the world. And with so many tourists, you’ll also find plenty of scams and hustles. I hope this post helps you avoid any scams or…
I’ve been living and working in Thailand for 8 years. I’m going to walk you through the world of work here in the Kingdom. I’ll cover everything that you need to know including the pros and cons of working in Thailand, the jobs that are available for foreigners, salaries and benefits, how to find the…
The laws in Thailand can be a little bit flexible. Some are strictly enforced while others are largely ignored. And that means just because you observe a common practice, it doesn’t mean it’s legal, and it doesn’t mean that you won’t get stopped by police if you do it as well. I’m going to cover laws…
A question that I’ve commonly been asked is: would I ever leave Thailand? And in my 7 years of living here, I’ve had many friends who decided to leave and move back to their home country. It actually happens a lot. If you’re planning to move to Thailand, you might want to know the reasons…