Thailand, known for its stunning beaches, rich culture, and delicious cuisine, has a name that carries a significant history. Before it became “Thailand,” the country was referred to as “Siam.” This blog post delves into the origins of this name, its historical context, and the reasons behind the change. The Origins of “Siam” The name […]
Thailand is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and vibrant wildlife. However, lurking in its lush jungles and tranquil beaches are some dangerous animals. Although it’s highly unlikely you will encounter most of the animals on this list, understanding these creatures can help ensure your safety while exploring this beautiful country. 1. Snakes Thailand […]
In an early blog post, we discussed the question, “Do you need to learn Thai to live well in Thailand?” You can check that blog post out here. To quickly summarize that post, the answer was no.I don’t think it is necessary to learn the Thai language to live a fantastic life in Thailand. Thankfully […]
If someone asked me, “Hey, I want to come live and work in Thailand NOW! How can I do this??” I would tell them, “No problem! Just come here and teach English!” Without a doubt, teaching is the most common job for foreigners living in Thailand. It’s what I did when I first arrived in […]
Most people haven’t heard of Koh Sichang. It doesn’t have the fame or tourism like other islands in Thailand like Phuket, Koh Phangan, or Koh Phi Phi. But Koh Sichang is actually one of my favorite islands in Thailand. It’s a small, quiet island off the coast of a town called SriRacha (yes, just like […]
Common Scams in Thailand (and how to avoid them) Scams are an unfortunate part of life. No matter where you go on this planet, there will be some percentage of bad people who want to take advantage of you. Thankfully, in my 6+ years in Thailand, I can say I’ve encountered very few people trying […]
What comes to your mind when you think of Thailand? The food? The beaches? The temples? For better or worse, the word “ladyboy” pops into many people’s minds. And, it’s easy to see why: There really are lots of ladyboys in Thailand! Official numbers vary between 10,000 – 400,000 (although it’s quite hard to get […]
It’s 2023, right? Nope, it’s actually the year 2566 in Thailand! That’s a full 543 years ahead of the rest of the world! Why does Thailand use a different calendar? Well it’s because Thailand is a Buddhist country. So the start of the calendar is at a significant moment in the history of Buddhism. In […]
Should you tip in Thailand? This seems like a simple question. But there is actually a fairly heated debate about this topic! On one hand, people argue that tips in Thailand amount to such low amounts compared to the west, so don’t be cheap! Just leave a tip. The receiver will be very grateful! On […]
I was on my bed in Thailand, writhing in pain. It was the worst stomach pain I’d ever had in my life. I literally couldn’t even lie still because the pain was so intense. At that moment if you had asked me if I wanted to die, I would have probably said yes! But before […]
June 9, 2022 was a historic moment for South-East Asia. This was the day Thailand became the first Asian country in the world to decriminalize cannabis nationwide. In a region of the world with very strict drug laws, this came as a surprise to many. Some people say this was done to increase tourism and […]
What’s So Great About Thailand Anyway? Thailand is home to between 3-4 million foreigners. And it’s been my home as well for the last 6+ years. Although the majority of foreigners here come from neighboring countries like Cambodia, Myanmar, Vietnam, and Laos, you see people from all over the world who come to live in […]
9 Cheapest Things in Thailand Thailand is popular. Really popular. Bangkok alone is one of the most visited cities in the world with over 21 million yearly visitors. Why is that? The food, the weather, the people. But nearing the top of the list also has to be Thailand’s low cost of living. Compared to […]
Culture Shock Moments (Part 3) In this final post on the “Culture shock” series, here are 10 more weird and interesting things about Thailand from an expat’s perspective. If you didn’t read part 1 or part 2 yet, have a look at them first. 1. Superstitions and belief in lucky “things” Many Thai people are […]
10 More Culture Shock Moments This post is a follow up to my first post on culture shock moments in Thailand. If you haven’t read that one yet, check it out first: 10 Culture Shock Moments You Will Probably Experience in Thailand With that said, here’s 10 more culture shock moments/unique things I’ve experienced as […]
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