Moving to live and work in Thailand if you’ve never been to the country before or if you’ve never had such a radical change is a choice that requires ample bureaucratic preparation, but that’s not all! In this article I will describe the necessary steps before leaving, so that you can arrive prepared and without […]
In this article I will guide you in discovering the town of Luang Prabang, a wonderful village in colonial style located on the banks of the Mekong River, Laos. Luang Prabang is a small city located 390 kilometers north of the capital, Vientiane famous for its Buddhist temples, its waterfalls and night market, and peaceful
Krabi (กระบี่: in the local language) could be considered on of the most visited destinations in Thailand by local and international tourists along with Bangkok, Phuket, and the famous Phi Phi Islands. Even though it’s not an island, thanks to its paradisaical beaches, today Krabi attracts tons of visitor from all over the globe. The
An interesting option for traveling in Thailand is to take the train. Despite the bus network being much bigger and better connected, traveling by train also has its advantages, especially if you aren’t in a rush and want to fully enjoy the atmosphere of the journey. The main national rail hub is Bangkok. The city
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The most famous Thai dishes – Index Thai cuisine – Introduction Papaya Salad Tom Yum Soup Pad Thai Pad Kra Pao Moo Sap Curry in various versions Sweets and fruits Vegetarian and vegan versions of the cited dishes Cooking schools in Bangkok Bonus: Insects in Thailand Thai cuisine With its delicate balance that juggles between
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The complete name of Bangkok is composed of more than twenty words, which when translated mean “City of angels, the great city, the city of eternal joy, the impenetrable city of the god Indra, the magnificent capital of the world adorned in precious gems, the happy city that abounds in the colossal Royal Palace, which
General overview Koh Samet (often written also as Koh Samed) is one of the closest and easily reached islands to Bangkok. Located only 175 kilometers from the capital, the island is also called Koh Kaew Phitsadan by the Thais, which means “Jewel Island”. Despite not being as touristy as Phuket or Phi Phi Island, Koh
Do you need help to get your visa for Thailand? Click here to see the agencies that we recommend! Important: Starting as of November 2021, it is necessary to get a Thailand Pass in advance to enter Thailand (click here for more details). The matter of visas takes the most time and research for those
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Cost of Living in Thailand – Index Living costs of Bangkok vs the rest of Thailand Main monthly expenses in Thailand Rent expenses in Bangkok Rent expenses in Thailand Grocery expenses in Thailand Cost of transportation in Bangkok Cost of Transportation in Other Thai Cities Cost of renewing your visa Extra costs, including trips outside
The best apps for traveling in Thailand – Index Hotels, hostels, and apartments: Booking, Agoda, Airbnb The absolute best offline map: Maps.me Getting around by public transportation: BTS SkyTrain, Bangkok MRT, Grab, AirAsia, Nok Air, 12go.asia Food to go or restaurant reservations: Foodpanda and Eatigo The Amazon of Southeast Asia: Lazada Keeping in contact in
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For all those who wish to come and live in Thailand for more than six months, one of the greatest obstacles to overcomes has to do with the visa. Like the rest of Asia, but Thailand in particular, getting a (non tourist) visa that will allow you to live in the country for mid to
The city of Kanchanaburi (in Thai: กาญจนบุรี) is also the capital of the province of the same name. Located about 120 kilometers west of Bangkok, Kanchanaburi is especially famous among international tourists for the “Railway of Death” and the “Tiger Temple”. The town has a little more than 30,000 inhabitants, and rises up along the
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Despite having its prefix Koh removed (in Thai: island), Phuket is Thailand’s biggest island, connected to the mainland (Phang Nga province) thanks to a 700 meter long bridge. Before the construction of the Sarasin Bridge,the only way (besides by air!) to reach the mainland, was the ferry. After the construction of the Sarasin Bridge in
Vang Vieng (in Lao ວັງວຽງ)is a town of 25,000 inhabitants, located 156 kilometers north of the capital Vientiane. Founded in 1353 with the name Mouang Song, Vang Vieng is today known mainly for its crazy parties that younger (and not) tourists have been having since 2012. Before 2012, there were on average at least two
Koh Phangan is the fifth largest island in Thailand; it has an area of just over 125 square kilometers and is located in the southwestern part of the Gulf of Siam. Famous for its beaches and almost untouched tropical nature, Koh Phangan is also a destination known to travelers throughout the world for its Full
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Located 700 kilometers from Bangkok, in the Gulf of Thailand, the island of Koh Samui is the country’s second largest in size after Phuket. Koh Samui was “discovered” around 1850, when various Chinese merchants disembarked in search of business in the coconut and cotton sectors. Up until the 70’s Koh Samui was sort of a
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Fake Markets in Thailand – Index The fake markets: where they are and what they sell Frequently asked questions Final advices In Thailand, as in Asia in general, it’s very easy to find counterfeits of name brand products. The largest Thai fake markets are in Bangkok, but you can find smaller ones in other cities
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Travel by Bus in Thailand – Index Why travel by bus? The advantages The disadvantages of traveling by bus in Thailand Minivan: a variation on the bus Bus or train? Bus stations Traveling by bus within cities Timetables Types of buses A few final suggestions Frequently asked questions Why travel by bus? The advantages Traveling
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General overview Chiang Mai is 700 kilometers away from the capital Bangkok, and is the largest city of the north and the second largest in all of Thailand. As a budget-friendly city that is easily visited on foot (as opposed to Bangkok!), it is also the preferred destination for those intending to travel to southeast
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Drivers license in Thailand – Index Who can apply for a Thai license? Why convert your license into a Thai one? Necessary documents The whole process In order to legally drive in Thailand, you need to have an international license recognized by the Geneva Convention of 1949, or convert your home country’s license so that
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