Practical Thailand travel guides covering Bangkok, beaches, islands, transport, hotels, costs, weather, safety and trip planning. Use these guides to compare destinations and prepare for a Thailand trip.
Healthcare isn’t the most exciting topic when you’re thinking about moving to Thailand. But if you’re planning to live here long-term, it’s something you need to think about. So today we’re going to talk about healthcare and health insurance here in the Kingdom. From the hospitals themselves and costs to the confusing and often frustrating…
Thailand is one of the most visited countries in the world. And with that title, you’ll find plenty of hidden costs, tourist traps, and overpricing. In this guide, I’ll cover the worst money-wasting mistakes that travelers make when coming to Thailand, and how to avoid them. Flight Booking Mistakes When it comes to booking a…
Type #1: Brand New Luxury Condos Your first option is to go for a brand new luxury condo, and these condos can be summed up with one word: convenience. If you’re new to Thailand, this can be an ideal choice. The amenities in these condos are excellent and offer an opportunity for luxury living at…
What is the best time of the year to visit Thailand? If you’re planning a trip to the country, this is a question you’ve probably asked. You might have done a Google search, and conventional travel blogs will normally recommend between the months of November and April. This is the tourist high season. But the…
If you plan to live in Thailand or even visit, you might be interested in dating and that’s understandable. Thai women are very kind and beautiful, and the dating culture can contrast sharply with the dating culture in Western countries. The topic of “some certain types of travellers” has become pretty mainstream in Western countries….
Reason #1: Cost of Living Cost of living is definitely one factor which has to be discussed. Bangkok and Thailand are much, much less expensive than living in Canada. In terms of prices, a condo in Bangkok can be anywhere from 1/3 to 1/4 of the price of a similar unit in a large Canadian…
Transportation Apps: Bolt and Grab Bangkok traffic can get pretty busy, and you’re going to need a couple of apps to help you navigate this mess. You’ll probably find yourself needing to take taxis or maybe a motorbike, and you’re going to want to use the apps to do it. You have Bolt and Grab….
Myth #1: Everyone Needs the Same Vaccinations Travel-health advice for Thailand depends on your age, vaccination history, itinerary, length of stay and planned activities. There is no single vaccine list that applies to every visitor. Routine vaccinations should be up to date, and current travel guidance may also recommend vaccines such as hepatitis A, hepatitis…
Using ATMs in Thailand The easiest way to get Thai Baht once you’re here in the country is from one of the many ATMs that you’ll find absolutely everywhere. ATMs here in Thailand will accept foreign debit cards and you can withdraw money directly from your home bank account. ATMs provide excellent exchange rates as…