What to Do if a Loved One Dies While Visiting Thailand
Every year, several thousand foreigners die in Thailand. Whether killed in an accident, dying from old age, falling from the balcony of a high-rise, being murdered by…
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Yum Saap – Cheap, Delicious Thai Food and Lovely Staff
A couple of years ago, a former student invited me for lunch at Yum Saap. Yum Saap is a Thai restaurant franchise serving traditional Thai food at…
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If You Love Thailand, Do NOT See ‘Hangover II’
There are so many reasons why Thai authorities need to hire a farang (westerner) to look into things Thais don’t understand about the west, it’s crazy. But…
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Best Budget Hotels in Melaka, Malaysia – Cheap Price, Awesome Quality
Melaka, Malaysia is about a two hour drive from the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. One of Malaysia’s best tourist destinations, due to its designation as…
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Amore Tapae Hotel – Cheap and Lovely Accommodation in Chiang Mai’s Old City
Living in Bangkok, Thailand, I travel to Chiang Mai in the northern part of the country often. The last time I took a trip, was there at…
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Top Resort Hotels in Hua Hin, Thailand
Hua Hin, just three hours south of Bangkok, is Thailand’s most favorite beach resort. Hua Hin also has some of the nicest resort hotels in Thailand, so…
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Top Hotel Deals Near Chiang Mai International Airport
With more than 2 million people arriving in Chiang Mai via the Chiang Mai International Airport every year, it’s not surprising when some want to stay in…
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When Do You Need a Work Permit in Thailand?
When any non-Thai citizen moves to Thailand to work, the issue of getting a work permit soon comes up. In Thailand, few jobs are open to westerners, which…
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Blue Cup Coffee – S&P Thailand’s Chain Coffee Shops
I’m not a coffee chain person, preferring to frequent independent coffee shops, but I make an exception with Blue Cup Coffee in Bangkok, Thailand. Owned by the…
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Bell Nuntita in Thailand’s Got Talent Finals Performance
Bell Nuntita gave another amazing performance on Thailand’s Got Talent during last night’s final, including a funny costume change on stage, proving once again she really does…
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Teaching in Thailand? What Happens if You Break Your 1-Year School Contract?
One of the problems for Thai schools that employ western English teachers is the high rate of contract breakers. A contract breaker is a teacher who signs a…
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Dining and Shopping at Major Avenue (Suzuki Avenue) in Northern Bangkok
Northern Bangkok has some wonderful shopping malls and movie theatre complexes. Recently, one on Pahonyothin became even better when Siam Future Development PLC opened Major Avenue at Ratchayothin….
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Somboon Pochana – This 40 Year Old Seafood Restaurant Serves the Best Crab in Bangkok
If you ask just about any Thai who’s lived in Bangkok, Thailand more than a few months about Somboon Pochana, you’ll see a smile of pure delight cross…
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How to Take Shuttle Bus from LCCT to KLIA, Malaysia
When you arrive in LCCT airport just outside Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and need to get to KL International Airport (KLIA) for a connecting flight, finding the shuttle…
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How to Easily Send Money to an American in Thailand
Many Americans living or traveling in Thailand, at one time or another, need money to be sent from their family or friends back home. Lost travelers checks,…
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Campaign Posters Up All Over Bangkok For Yingluck Shinawatra
I loved walking around my Bangkok neighborhood this weekend already being able to see the new Pheu Thai posters up everywhere, featuring huge photos of their prime ministerial…
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How To Use Bangkok’s Sky Train System
If you’re a bit confused about using Bangkok’s BTS sky train system or not sure how to buy a ticket, there’s a great video from GeoBeats that…
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Talad Lot Fai – Bangkok’s New Nightime ‘Train Market’ – Cheap Shopping, Trendy and Cool
One thing I love about living in Bangkok, Thailand are the new, cool markets constantly cropping up all around the city. One of the latest additions to…
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Where to Shop for Cheap Thai Souvenirs in Bangkok
While Thailand is still one of the world’s cheapest places to shop for souvenirs, prices have definitely increased in recent years. That’s why for many travelers to Thailand…
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Bringing Household Items to Thailand? Which Should You Bring, Which Should You Leave Behind?
Over the almost-decade I’ve lived in Thailand I’ve met many expats who, when they moved here, must have brought everything in their house. With a Thai house…
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Like Wine? Try Wine Pub at Pullman Bangkok King Power – Awesome Wine and Food
I’m not particularly a wine lover. Sure, I’ll drink a glass occasionally but wine has never been my choice of drink. That’s why it took me as…
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Thai Exports Up Almost 18% – Due to Trade With Japan and Europe
According to Thai Commerce Minister Porntiva Nakasai exports in the first four months of 2011 are up 17.7%. Unbelievable, eh? Thailand is now running a trade…
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Can You Teach in Thailand With Visible Tattoos? It Depends
Many westerners who come to Thailand to teach English are young. With that often comes a visible tattoo they’ve had for years or recently had tattooed in Thailand….
