Best Thai Festivals and Times of Year to See Them
One of the best things about Thailand is the many festivals that are held…
Culture and Facts
What Time Do the Bars Close in Bangkok, Thailand?
When it comes to what time a bar has to close in Bangkok, Thailand,…
Where to Buy Inexpensive Original Artwork in Bangkok, Thailand
As an avid art collector, when I moved to Bangkok I was in heaven. Not…
What to Buy on the Street in Bangkok, Thailand – Best Cheap Products
As a long-term resident of Bangkok, Thailand, much of what I buy is from…
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…
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…
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…
Where to Celebrate New Year, 2012, in Bangkok, Thailand
The New Year’s Eve celebrations in Bangkok are amazing every year, and 2012 should…
Why are Thai Surnames (Last Names) So Long?
Many visitors to Thailand are struck by the long surnames or last names Thais often…
Western Female English Teachers Don’t Stay in Thailand Long – Here are the Reasons Why
Every year, thousands of western female EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers come to…
What’s It Like Being a Buddhist Monk in Bangkok, Thailand? (Video)
On YouTube the other day, I stumbled across this lovely short film by, Tara…
What’s the Local Time in Thailand?
We’ve received a few emails recently asking us about the local time in Thailand…
How to Register a Baby’s Birth and Get a Birth Certificate in Thailand
Having a baby in Thailand and registering the birth if you’re a foreign national…
How Not to Get Arrested in Thailand: Doing These Things Could Get You Thrown in Jail
Thailand has a world-wide reputation as a country where things are relaxed. That’s why,…
How to Make Your Feet Soft and Pretty with a Thai Green Tea Foot Bath
Living in Thailand, one thing I learned fast is how many things green tea…
Why You May Gain Weight If You Spend a Lot of Time in a Hot Country
When I moved to Bangkok, Thailand, 10 years ago, I gained weight quickly and…
Why Bangkok’s Traffic Jams are Some of the World’s Worst
Recently, I stumbled upon some old websites talking about traffic problems in Bangkok. Written around 10…
The Royal Chitralada Project Fruit Drinks – Delicious and Inexpensive Canned Drinks
A few years ago, when I was still teaching in Bangkok, I was lucky…