Lessons from Eight Years as an Expat in Thailand | Firsthand Insights into Thai Life
Moving to Thailand for work? The first thing you need to do is integrate into the local culture. But how do you earn the trust and respect of your Thai colleagues? Based on my years of expat experience in Thailand, here are some tried-and-true strategies (and a few clever tricks!) to help you get along seamlessly in the workplace. Read more
The Thai market is thriving, yet few people speak Thai. Don’t let language barriers become a hurdle for your business expansion into Southeast Asia or Thailand. With eight years of experience in the Thai market, I know that whether for business negotiations, exhibition interpretation, or document and audiovisual translation, professional and accurate Thai translation is essential for market entry.
Finding a skilled Thai translator who can flexibly address various business, exhibition, and on-site translation needs is crucial for successfully entering the Thai market! Read more
When traveling in Thailand, besides public transportation like the BTS Skytrain and buses,
the most common ways to get around are taxis and Grab. Grab, similar to Uber, is very popular and has been legally operating for years.
Thailand is deeply rooted in Buddhist traditions, with many locals being devout followers. They hold great respect for deities and monks, believing that receiving a Sak Yant tattoo—an ancient Buddhist sacred tattoo—blessed by a master brings protection, luck, and spiritual power. In recent years, more foreigners have traveled to Thailand for these tattoos, not just for their beauty but also for their spiritual significance.
If you ever find yourself in Thailand wondering what to eat, you can’t go wrong with Thai Basil Stir Fry (Pad Kra Pao)—Thailand’s ultimate comfort food.
This simple yet flavorful dish is a staple in Thai households, a go-to meal when people want something quick, delicious, and satisfying.
Today, we’re learning how to make it the authentic way, straight from a Thai chef
—ready in just 20 minutes and budget-friendly!
When I was assigned to work in Thailand, I started playing golf for business reasons—and soon became hooked! It didn’t take long to realize that Thailand is home to some of the most luxurious and world-renowned golf courses. Read more
Since starting my blog, I’ve been frequently contacted by Thailand proxy shopping agents for services like arranging consolidated shipping, placing orders, bringing goods to overseas, buying from Thai sellers, restocking stores, and communicating with vendors. Thailand’s proxy shopping industry is thriving! Read more
Thai people love sweets, so there’s a wide variety of desserts across Thailand. Recently, I’ve received many inquiries about Instagram-worthy dessert and afternoon tea spots in Thailand. Here’s a list of highly recommended Bangkok dessert and cake shops for your reference! (Feel free to share your thoughts after trying them!) Read more
Lately, many friends involved in Thai purchasing services have reached out, asking:
How do you calculate international shipping costs from Thailand to Australia, Hong Kong, or other countries?Is it cheaper to use Thailand Post?
To assist you, this guide explains how to estimate international postage fees using the Thailand Post website and explores various shipping options.
Recently, I had a client meeting at Topgolf Megacity, Bangkok’s newest premium golf entertainment venue, and I was surprised that many people still don’t know about this trendy hotspot!
