Who This Rayong Living Guide Is For (And Why I Wrote It) If you’re thinking about living in Rayong as a retiree, remote worker, teacher, engineer, or long-stay expat then this guide was written with you in mind. Rayong is one of...read more...
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A New Life in Thailand: Practical Expat Relocation Guide
Introduction: The Leap Before the Big Change Moving to Thailand feels wonderfully simple when you first get the idea. You imagine warm evenings on your balcony, a gentler rhythm to each day, and a fresh start in a place that...read more...
The Reality of Expat Social Life in Thailand
How Can Expats Meet People and Build Real Friendships? There is a strange moment that hits a lot of foreigners in Thailand. You have the apartment, a regular coffee spot, a favourite noodle stall...read more...
Mental Health for Expats in Thailand
How to Recognise & Beat Loneliness, Isolation and Culture Shock Introduction – The Smile That Fades There is a moment that hits many people after they move to Thailand. The visa is sorted...read more...
North White Sand Beach
North White Sand Beach Guide 2025 – 26 Update ✔ Far northern end of the beach is excellent ✔ Everything you need is within easy walking distance of your hotel ✔ Ideal for visitors needing...read more...
South White Sand Beach
Guide to the Southern half of White Sand Beach 2025 – 26 Update ✔ Busy stretch of beach, but isn’t as attractive as the northern section ✔ 2* and budget accommodation readily...read more...
Kai Bae Beach
Family friendly beach with a wide range of shops and restaurants. A cluster of 4-star resorts plus plenty of beachfront bungalow accommodation.
How to Take the 999 Bus from Bangkok to Koh Chang
Bangkok to Koh Chang by Public Bus The 999 bus from Ekkamai (The Eastern Bus Station), Bangkok to Ao Thammachat, Trat is a great way to get to Koh Chang easily, safely and cheaply. 999 buses...read more...