Nine Years as an Expat in Thailand | Firsthand Insights into Thai Life
Summer is officially here~~~!! Our group of expats decided to escape to Koh Samui for a relaxing getaway. We planned a laid-back itinerary to fully immerse ourselves in the slow, easygoing island life! If you aren't familiar with Thailand, getting to the island of Koh Samui can be tricky. Leaving it to a professional travel agency to handle the planning makes transportation a breeze and saves you the headache of organizing the logistics yourself!~
![[Interview] Putting Down Roots! Real Stories of Expats Who Made Thailand Their Forever Home](https://thailiangyu.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/泰國長久居留實例訪問-720x300.jpg "[Interview] Putting Down Roots! Real Stories of Expats Who Made Thailand Their Forever Home")
After working in Thailand for a few years, every expat eventually faces the same career crossroad: Should I stay, or should I go? Looking at my own circle of friends, the majority have chosen to stay and build their lives here. The reasons are simple: a slower pace of life, an affordable cost of living, and the ability to enjoy a truly affluent lifestyle here on a Taiwan-level salary. In this post, I sat down with several friends who have committed to long-term life in Thailand to get their honest take on why they stayed!
Every year on the full moon of the 12th lunar month—usually November—Thailand celebrates Loy Krathong, one of its most beloved traditional festivals. Locals float krathong lanterns on water to pray for good fortune. It’s not just for Thais; the rich cultural vibe makes it a unique draw for international visitors, with crowds from around the world joining in each year.
Here’s my experience from this year’s Loy Krathong—highly recommend trying it yourself at least once!
#ThailandLoyKrathong2025 falls on November 5