It’s a Great Time to Check Out 5 Star Family Friendly Hotels in Pattaya… Especially if you’re in Thailand right now, the Thai government has worked out a tourism scheme where Thai nationals are offered discounts for hotel stays, to help the all important tourism industry afloat. My wife and I decided that since our […]
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Having a Baby in Thailand as an Expat
My Experience Having a Baby in Thailand Okay well, not I personally. Being a man, that would all be entirely impossible. My wife however I admit did all of the hard work. Of all the years of expat living here in Thailand I knew one day I would have a child born here. I’ve been […]
Filing Extension for NON-Immigrant O Visa During COVID-19
Here’s What to Do If You’ve Got a Non-Immigrant O Visa Based on Marriage in Bangkok… I have Thai Non-Immigrant O visa based on marriage to a Thai wife. And April 15th, 2020 was the date I needed head to exit Thailand and return to reactivate another 90 days. But… because there’s this COVID-19 mess […]
How is the Virus Affecting Thailand (Is it Safe?)
HOW SAFE IS THAILAND REALLY? Should I Still Visit – Here’s My Short Answer Assuming that your plane ticket and hotels are non-refundable and you’re planning to visit Thailand between April to July, I think you’ll be fine. As long as you don’t have any serious pre-existing health conditions such as a compromised immune system […]
Centara Q Rayong Resort Review
Centara Q Rayong Resort – Small Quiet Semi-Private Beach at an Affordable Price in Thailand One of the best things about living in Bangkok is that you can take a road trip to some of the best beach resorts. Which is one of the main reasons why I decided to settle down in Thailand. Case […]
Veranda Resort Hua Hin Cha Am Review
A LITTLE FAR FROM HUA HIN CITY CENTER… BUT IT’S REALLY NICE… Last week my wife and I traveled to Hua Hin with a couple of her friends visiting from the UK. Because we prefer staying at hotels and resorts near beaches in Hua Hin we did a little bit of searching. This time we […]
The Must Visit Spots in Chatuchak Weekend Market
The Quick Guide to Bangkok’s Chatuchak Weekend Market if You’re Short on Time… If you want to check out Chatuchak (or Jatujak also JJ Market; Thai: จตุจักร) in Bangkok and you don’t have a lot of time, I’m going to show you where you should go to pick up unique Thai handmade souvenirs, eat delicious […]
5 Shopping Tips at Bangkok’s MBK Mall
When you are visiting Bangkok there’s a very good chance you’ll be popping into MBK Centre (Mahboonkrong) since it is one of the most well known shopping centers in Bangkok. Mainly because for tourists MBK is easy to find. Right next to MBK is National Stadium BTS Sky Train station. And taxis, tuk tuk know […]
Guide to Visiting Taipei, Taiwan for the First Time
The One and Only Taipei for First Time Visitors Guide You’ll Ever Need If you’re planning a trip to Taipei, Taiwan, for the first time, you’re in the right place. I’ll highlight the best area to stay in Taipei for sightseeing, along with five popular and affordable hotels you’ll enjoy. Plus, I’m throwing in a couple of recommended restaurants […]
Where to Stay in Bangkok for Your First Epic Visit in Thailand
5 Best Areas in Bangkok for First Time Visitors – With Recommended Bangkok Hotels 2026 If you’ve never traveled to Thailand before and want to know where the best areas to stay in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร) for your first visit, then you’ve come to the right place. With a decade of experience in Bangkok under my […]
