If you’re reading this, you’re probably interested in moving to Thailand. It might just be a daydream, or you might be packing and ready to go. I’m going to share some lessons that I learned during my journey, and I hope that they’ll help you during yours. How Much Money Do You Need to Move to…
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….
I first visited Thailand 8 years ago, and as I stayed in the country for longer, I realized that I made a lot of mistakes when I first came here. I’ve now lived in Thailand for 7 years.I’m going to provide you with tips that will help you to avoid making those same mistakes. Tip #1:…
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….
Tip #1: Be Careful With Marijuana When Traveling Regionally This is a very, very important tip. Thailand recently legalized marijuana, so this is one of the few countries in the world with legalized marijuana. My country of Canada is one of the other countries. What you have to remember: you cannot smoke it in public….
Myth #1: You Need All The Vaccinations If you visit your doctor’s office and tell them you’re planning a trip to Thailand, doctors are likely to recommend a whole series of vaccinations: hepatitis, tetanus, Japanese Encephalitis. And my doctor recommended all of these vaccinations before I first came to Thailand. I haven’t met anybody who…
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…