Best Cheap Places to Shop in the Imbi Area of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
On my last few trips to Kuala Lumpur (KL), Malaysia, I’ve stayed in the Imbi area of town. Imbi is one of Kuala […]
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How to Get Consumer Protection Shopping in Thailand
The first thing you’ll notice when you come to Thailand is the thousands of malls, shops and market stalls. For most people, Thailand […]
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How to Know if She’s a Good Thai Girl
For some western men, coming to Thailand and meeting a bar girl (polite word for prostitute) is the norm. For others, they meet […]
Read moreHow to Get From Bangkok to Koh Samet, Thailand
One of my favorite places to visit in Thailand is Koh Samet. Koh Samet is a small island, just over three hours […]
Read moreCan I Change My Tourist Visa into a Work Visa in Thailand?
One of the mysteries of Thailand is how to get a work permit and what type of visa do you need to […]
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Ta Siam – eat Bangkok’s best boat noodles at this traditional Thai restaurant
I have been wanting to try Ta Siam, a famous authentic Thai boat noodles restaurant, since I moved to Bangkok, Thailand 12 years […]
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How to Ride in a Tuk-Tuk Safely in Thailand
How can you safely ride a tuk-tuk in Thailand? One of the most popular and fun things for visitors to Thailand to do […]
Read moreVisit Phuket, Thailand’s Annual Vegetarian Festival
Phuket, Thailand is one of my favorite holiday destinations, but no more so than in September/October, when Phuket hosts its nine day […]
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What to Buy If You’re an Expat Leaving Thailand and Going Home
A lot of expats live in Thailand but most of them eventually move home. When you live in Thailand, you get used to […]
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Best Western to Open Hotel in Bangkok’s Elephant Building (Tuk Chang)
Imagine my surprise when I walked past Bangkok’s Elephant Building (Tuk Chang or Dtuk Chang in Thai) today, to see a huge banner […]
Read moreWhat Types of Visa Can You Get For Traveling, Living or Working in Thailand?
When you’re deciding to come to Thailand, either on a holiday, to live or to work here, you need to make sure […]
Read moreZenith Sukhumvit Hotel, Bangkok – An Excellent Mid-Range Hotel
Last year, my parents visited me in Thailand and, although I offered them the chance to stay with me, they decided they […]
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Heads or Tails at Siam Paragon – ‘Bread and Milk’ Never Tasted Better
Heads or Tails is a ‘bread and milk restaurant’ located in the basement of Siam Paragon mall in Bangkok. Thailand. If you’ve […]
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Mos Burgers in Bangkok, Thailand – Japanese Burgers With an Odd Taste
There is a Japanese burger chain in Bangkok called Mos Burger. ‘Mos’ comes from the first letter of these three words – Mountain, […]
Read moreTop Bangkok Golf Courses and Clubs – Take a Golfing Vacation in Thailand
Thailand was a little late entering the golfing world but since the opening of its first golf course, it’s definitely made up […]
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Gaysorn Plaza, Bangkok’s Exclusive Luxury Goods Shopping Mall
Gaysorn Plaza in Bangkok, Thailand is a small mall compared to the city’s mega-malls. However, if you are the type who loves designer […]
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Yingluck Shinawatra, Thaksin’s Sister, To Run For Prime Minister?
Fascinating news out of Bangkok today. Yingluck Shinawatra, sister of exiled former-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, has said she will be running for […]
Read moreHow To Get Your US Social Security Check in Thailand
Unbeknownst to some retirees, it’s entirely possible to receive your federal retirement benefits in Thailand – thousands of Americans every year do […]
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Oishi Ramen Noodle Bar – Cheap, Delicious Japanese-Style Noodles
Years ago, when I first moved to Bangkok, Thailand, a Thai student took me for lunch to Oishi Ramen Noodle Bar at Central […]
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How to Get Cheap Airline Tickets to Thailand
As a long-term resident of Thailand, I fly to and from Thailand several times a year so have become somewhat ofan expert […]
Read moreWhen Should You Take Your Shoes Off in Thailand?
Just like most westerners, when I moved to Bangkok, Thailand I was confused about where I should and shouldn’t take off my […]
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Where to Buy Computer Hardware, Software and Accessories in Chiang Mai, Thailand
On my last visit to Chiang Mai, Thailand, my laptop stopped working soon after I arrived. Lucky for me, I only […]
Read moreAnna and Charlie’s Cafe – Great Thai Food, Lovely Atmosphere
Once one of my favorite restaurants, I haven’t ventured out to Anna and Charlie’s Cafe in Bangkok, Thailand in a while. Located […]
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