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The assumption is that you haven’t been to Thailand before, or you’ve been once and you don’t really know what you’re doing over there. A lot of these tips they’re actually not just for Thailand; that makes sense if you were looking for an apartment anywhere. But these tips will give you something to think…
I’ve always dreamed of retiring in Thailand. Not just for the beaches or the food, but for the peace, the slower pace of life. Just a place to breathe after years of working nonstop. I figured I had maybe two more years to go before I could pack it all in and finally make the…
There isn’t a definitive answer to that question because Thailand is no different to any other country. I think what I’ll do first is I’ll tell you a couple of mistakes that foreigners make when they go to Thailand. A lot of them will go on vacation for a couple of weeks, they’ll hit the…
Part 1: 10 Things You’ll Miss About Your Home Country 1. Seeing Family and Old Friends Number one on this list is seeing family and old friends. Being able to jump in a car, actually sit down with the kids, grandkids, or old mates for a Sunday lunch or a pint. In Thailand, you’re always…
Let’s discuss the transportation changes over that time. Obviously, there’s a new airport. In those days, when I flew in in 1992, I flew into the old Don Mueang Airport. That’s a very old airport. It first opened in 1914 by the Thai military. It was first used for commercial flights in 1924, I believe….
Most trips start and end in Bangkok so it’s important to get this part of your trip right. Planning a trip to Bangkok can be overwhelming. There’s so much to see and do in the city that it’s almost impossible to fit it all in one trip without exhausting yourself. But I’ve lived in the…
Planning a trip to Krabi but don’t know where to start? This is one of the most stunning regions of Thailand, but not for the reasons that most people think. I’ve personally traveled to Krabi many times over the last few years, exploring every corner of the region. Where to Stay in Krabi When it…
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport, I confirmed my bus ticket to Pattaya. Booking online is useful on busy days when events fill the buses. The bus was scheduled for 11:00, and my seat was number 5. Getting From Suvarnabhumi Airport To Pattaya The journey to Pattaya took around two hours. I got off in North Pattaya…
Chinatown Street Food and Yaowarat So, now it’s almost 8:30. We started our journey from Asoke at 7:00. So, let’s eat before we start drinking. As you can see, it’s busy, it’s crowded, and definitely these days if you want to go out, you don’t have to worry about the weather. And especially in Bangkok,…