How to Replace Lost or Stolen American Passport in Bangkok, Thailand
Every year, Americans find themselves stuck in Bangkok, Thailand as their passport has been lost or stolen. Unable to leave the country without a passport, and unable…
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Review: Dusit Island Resort Hotel in Chiang Mai – Lovely Hotel But a Bit Too Expensive
On a five day trip to Chiang Rai, Thailand with my parents recently, we stayed at the Dusit Island Resort Hotel just on the outskirts of the…
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Where to Buy Men’s Shoes in Bangkok That Will Fit Westerners
One of the things western men complain about in Thailand are the small shoe sizes. Thai men are often small in stature and, with that, comes small…
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Cheapest Places to Shop in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Every time I visit Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, I stay at a hotel in the Bukit Bintang area of the city. Known for its enormous cheap shopping malls,…
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Where to Buy Adult and Children’s Bikes in Bangkok, Thailand
When I first moved to Bangkok, almost a decade ago, you didn’t see many people riding bicycles on Bangkok’s streets. Nowadays though, as Bangkok’s air has become cleaner…
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What is Medical Treatment Like in a Private Bangkok Hospital?
Hundreds of thousands of foreigners arrive in Thailand every year for medical care. Thai medical care at any of the private hospitals is as good, or often…
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Election Commission Rules Yingluck Shinawatra Qualified to Run
A decision has just been handed down by Thailand’s Election Commission that Yingluck Shinawatra, sister of evicted-as-PM-by-military-coup former prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, is qualified to run as…
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Don’t Fall For These Typical Bangkok Tourist Scams
During the decade-plus I’ve lived in Bangkok I’ve likely had every tourist scam in the book directed at me. Because I live here, I don’t fall for…
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Where to Buy Chinese Mooncakes in Bangkok, Thailand
Where to buy Chinese mooncakes in Bangkok, Thailans Chinese mooncakes are a traditional pastry from China that are usually eaten in the fall, around the time of the…
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One Year Anniversary of Red Shirt Deaths at Rajprasong (Photos)
We managed to spend a few minutes at the Rajprasong intersection this afternoon, talking to red shirt protesters gathered for the one year commemoration of the deaths…
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Pheu Thai Draws Number One on Ballot For General Election
An interesting psychological advantage went to the Pheu Thai party today for Thailand’s general election in July. All political parties and their candidates were at an enormous…
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How To Make Traditional Thai Dessert – Bananas in Coconut Milk
I’m really the world’s worst cook, so anything that is very simple to make is definitely something I’m going to gravitate towards. This recipe for Bananas in…
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Thailand’s Chester’s Grill Serves Awesome Chicken
One of my favorite fast food restaurants in Bangkok, Thailand is Chester’s Grill. Chester’s Grill is a Thai restaurant chain, owned by CP Company, that now has…
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Thai Mangosteen – Eat It, Drink It, Make Soap Out of It
The Thai mangosteen is popular in countries all over southeast Asia, but particularly in Thailand, where it has been cultivated for centuries. Renowned for its delicious taste, it…
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Should You Bargain For Everything You Buy in Thailand?
People coming to Thailand from a western culture where bargaining isn’t common get a bit confused about the concept of bargaining when they arrive in Thailand. Should…
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Red Mango Frozen Yoghurt, Bangkok, Thailand – A Tasty But Healthy Treat
Red Mango frozen yoghurt shops are becoming all the rage in Bangkok, Thailand. Popping up at many Bangkok malls and in stand-alone shops, Red Mango yoghurt shops…
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Cube Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Convenient Bukit Bintang Location, Clean, Comfortable, Cheap – Love It!
On a recent trip to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, I stayed at the budget Cube Hotel in KL. Normally, I stay at a four star hotel but with…
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Shopping at Chiang Mai’s Walking Street Market – Cheap and Fabulous
If you’re looking for the best place to shop in Chiang Mai, the Sunday Walking Street Market in Old Town on Rachadamnoen Road is the best opportunity…
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On a 1-Year Education Visa in Thailand, Do You Have to Leave the Country?
One thing we often get asked by foreigners living in Thailand who want to get an Education Visa (known as a ‘Student Visa’ or Non-Immigration ED Visa)…
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Est. 33 at Bangkok’s Crystal Design Center – Microbrewery, Restaurant, Cool Hangout
One of my passions in life is checking into new restaurants and bars in the ever-changing city of Bangkok. So many new places open it’s hard to…
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The Chedi – Chiang Mai’s Most Luxurious Hotel, Well Worth The Money
When I travel to Chiang Mai, Thailand I always stay in a mid-range hotel. That’s why, when a friend suggested we stay a couple of nights at The…
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Where Should You Pay Monthly Household Bills in Thailand, and How?
When I first moved to Bangkok, Thailand paying monthly household bills was a bit confusing. Not sure where the payment offices were and how to pay, I relied…
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How to Get Private EFL (English) Students in Thailand – Teachers Can Make Extra Money
Most western EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers tutor private students at one time or another. Technically against the law in Thailand, the Thai government turns…
