Do you need to carry your passport in Thailand at all times? No, you don’t and here is why
There has been a rumor going around Thailand ever since I moved to Bangkok almost 20 years ago, and that...
Culture and Facts
World’s friendliest countries for expats, yep, Thailand is one of them
If you are considering moving abroad, but have not yet decided on a country to move to, looking at the...
Thailand’s top 10 most-watched TV shows on Netflix for September 2023
TV shows a nationality watches can tell you a lot about a country I always think it is interesting to...
What is Thailand’s population as of January 1st, 2023? Who are the 983,000-plus without citizenship?
According to the Thai government agency Central Domicile Registration Office, Thailand's population as of January 1st, 2023 is 66,090,475. This...
When are Thailand’s national holidays in 2023? There are 18 of them
Songkran in Thailand - photo by laydown via Pixabay One thing you will learn if you spend any length of...
How much is Disney+Hotstar in Thailand? Cheaper than in the west, that’s for sure
After six years providing a successful on-demand streaming service in India, Disney+Hotstar is finally launching in Thailand at the end...
What are Covid-19 rules for Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2021 tomorrow?
While Covid-19 cases in Thailand might still be high, it isn't stopping Pattaya from kicking off the Pattaya International Fireworks...
Are foreigners welcome in Thailand or should you travel or live somewhere else?
An interesting article has just been published in the Thailand Enquirer called Foreigners Not Welcomed. In an interesting twist to...
Are elderly care homes in Thailand the future for many retirees in the west?
As elderly care homes in the United States and Europe become ever more badly run and far too expensive for...
Alcohol ban in Thailand on Friday, October 2nd for end of Buddhist Lent
At the end of every Buddhist Lent, the government announces a ban on alcohol in Thailand. While that ban has...
Is it possible to transit through Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport in 2020? No, and here is why
In the last few weeks, we have lost track of the number of posts on social media asking if it...
Can Americans in Thailand get visa extension letter from U.S. Embassy to stay after September 26th deadline?
Japan Airlines is one of the airlines offering repatriation flights for Americans -- Photo copyright -- lasta29 -- Creative Commons...
How are Thai universities ranked globally in 2020/2021? Are any in the Top 500 schools?
A Chulangkorn University student in school uniform Outside Thailand, most Thai universities are not known for their high quality. So...
Food and drink allowed on Thailand’s domestic flights after months-long ban lifted
Thai airlines like Bangkok Airways will now be allowed to serve food and drink on domestic flights under two hours...
How can a foreigner buy property in Thailand?
"Can a foreigner buy property in Thailand just like I can in my own country?" is often the question many...
Thailand to lose up to $47 billion from tourism in 2020-2021 — an economic crisis for the tourist industry
With Thailand's international borders still effectively lockdown to 99.9% of people that would travel there, the country's tourism industry is...
Should you buy Thai baht before arriving in Bangkok? No, and here’s why
One of the questions first-time travelers to Bangkok, Thailand often seem concerned about is "Should you buy Thai baht before...
How many military coups has Thailand had? Is it the #1 country for coups d’état?
Considering the present Thai government of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is the direct result of a military coup, you may...
How many islands does Thailand have and which are the largest?
When I first moved to Thailand, I knew the country was approximately 520,000 square kilometres (513,122 km² actually), as the...
What is Thailand’s GDP and how does the country rank compared to rest of the world?
Bangkok's busy Chatuchak Market When it comes to Thailand's GDP (Gross Domestic Product), I have to admit I was surprised...
How many people per square kilometre are there in Bangkok, Thailand?
While Bangkok may seem crowded, are there really as many people per square kilometre as you think? When it comes...
Why do expats leave Thailand? How long do most usually stay?
When I first moved to Thailand, I knew two other expats. A few years later, I knew many. Only a...
Is Thailand a good country to move to in 2020?
One of the questions I see over and over again when reading social media is if Thailand is a good...
