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
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.
Before moving to Thailand, I used to shower multiple times a day while traveling there—it’s just that hot and humid! With all the sweating, laundry services are a must. So, how do expats handle laundry in Thailand? If you're staying long-term, this is something you’ll definitely need!
March 29, 2025
Yesterday (March 28, 2025), a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing tremors in parts of Thailand. As an expat living in Bangkok for eight years, I want to reassure everyone back home that things are normal in my area, and the overall impact has been minimal. Since the epicenter was in Myanmar, far from Thailand, the country mainly experienced aftershocks. In Bangkok, where skyscrapers are common, shaking varied by location, while suburban areas remained largely unaffected. 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.
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.
If you're working in Thailand, opening a bank account, applying for a credit card, or investing in stocks are essential considerations. Thailand has numerous banks, some of which are foreigner-friendly, while others can be more challenging to navigate. So, how do you choose the right Thai bank and open an account as an expat? Here, I’ll share my experience with Thai banks! Read more
台灣年輕人都在聊斜槓，泰國如何呢？他們也斜槓嗎？
一般平常泰國人，大多選擇到工廠上班；
或是在家裡附近的公司找工作，並固定在一個地方上班，
然而，其實也有創業型的泰國人，選擇了不一樣的人生！
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!
Life moves at a slower pace in Thailand,
but without a plan, slow living can turn into aimless wandering and an unproductive day.
There are plenty of great spots to relax and recharge—here’s a sample weekend itinerary for expats in Thailand.
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