Dual-Pricing in Thailand, What it is and Places to Avoid not to Pay It
Dual pricing, or two tier pricing, is alive and well in Thailand and it drives tourists and expats crazy. Dual...
Month: December 2011
Best Gay-Friendly Hotels in Bangkok, Thailand –
Living room area at Tarntawan Place in Bangkok Thailand is one of the most gay friendly countries in the...
Looking for Cheap Places to Shop in Silom Area of Bangkok, Thailand?
Silom street sign - copyright Heinrich Damm, GNU Free Documentation When I first moved to Bangkok, Thailand, and went...
Top Affordable Luxury Hotels on Surin Beach, Phuket, Thailand
Wanting to stay in a luxury hotel on Phuket Island, Thailand, but don't want to pay an expensive price? No...
Some Schools Reopened in Bangkok, Others Open on Monday Dec 12th
After more than two months of being closed, some goverment schools in Bangkok reopened this week. Others still haven't, and...
Review: Learn to Speak Thai with Rosetta Stone – Fast, Easy and Fun
Okay, so you've probably heard it before, learning how to speak Thai with Rosetta Stone is not cheap. In fact,...
Best Patong Beach Luxury Hotels – Enjoy Phuket, Thailand in Style
Patong Beach on Phuket Island in Thailand has the unfortunate reputation of being a place where sex tourists congregate...
Saphan Phut Night Market in Bangkok, Thailand – Cheap Bargains, Great Food
Saphan Phut is one of Bangkok's most authentic night markets. That's why, shopping at Saphan Phut Night Market should...
Are 5-Star Hotels Worth the Money on a Holiday in Bangkok, Thailand?
I'm a great proponent of Bangkok's 3 and 4-star hotels as so many of them are wonderful. The standard of...
Don’t Miss Big Mountain Music Festival 3 in Khao Yai, Thailand
Thailand has a fair number of world-class music festivals and one of its most beautiful places is the Khao...
Which is the Best Thai Consulate for Applying for a Thailand Tourist Visa?
To get a tourist visa to Thailand, you have to go or send your passport to a Thai consulate...
Where to Celebrate New Year, 2012, in Bangkok, Thailand
Central World Plaza all decorated for Christmas and New Year celebrations The New Year's Eve celebrations in Bangkok are...
Model Tuk-Tuks Made from Beer Cans (Featured Photo)
One of the things Thai artists and handicrafts experts have been good at creating are models of typical Thai...
Best Shops and Markets for Vintage Clothing in Bangkok, Thailand
A few years ago, if you were into vintage fashion, you'd find it difficult to buy in Bangkok, Thailand....
Bar-B-Q-Plaza in Bangkok, Thailand: The Country’s Biggest Barbecue Chain
Japanese-style barbecue is one of the most popular cuisines in Bangkok, and Bar-B-Q Plaza is Thailand's largest barbecue chain,...
Thai Army Repairs Bad Reputation During Floods: Now They’re Heroes, but Will it Last?
For the past few decades, Thailand's army has had a poor reputation. Responsible for 18 military coups, the last one...
Best Cheap Places to Eat in Pahonyothin Area of Bangkok: These Restaurants are Excellent
The Pahonyothin area of Bangkok, Thailand is home to literally thousands of restaurants, many of which serve some of...
Why are Thai Surnames (Last Names) So Long?
Lada Engchawadechasilp - Former Miss Thailand World, has a long Thai surname Many visitors to Thailand are struck by the...
Where to Find the Best Malls in Ramkamhaeng Area of Bangkok, Thailand
The Ramkamhaeng area of Bangkok, Thailand is a part of the city few tourists get to when they set...
Mekhong Full Moon Party – A Classic Thai Movie To See Over and Over (Watch Online)
Ten years ago, when I first became interested in Thai movies, I bought "Mekhong Full Moon Party". Honestly,...
Western Female English Teachers Don’t Stay in Thailand Long – Here are the Reasons Why
In the 10 years I've lived in Thailand, rules for work permits and visas have gotten worse, not better -...
Want to Rent an Apartment in Bangkok? These Online Rental Websites are Excellent
For new arrivals in Bangkok, Thailand renting an apartment can be a bit of a hassle. That's why it...
Thailand Ranking Falls in 2011 Corruption Perception Index to 80
Corruption was one of the reasons why Suvarnabhumi Airport had construction problems As corruption in Thailand not only doesn't improve...