Introduction Thinking of living or retiring in Thailand? You’ve probably seen plenty of articles claiming to know the “real” cost of living, but the truth is, most of them rely on one person’s experience in one place, at...read more...
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The Koh Chang Bridge
Will There be a Road Bridge to Koh Chang? This page follows the progress, or lack of it, of the Koh Chang bridge. A proposal to build a road bridge linking the Trat mainland with the island. Scroll to the bottom for the...read more...
Why isn’t There a Road Around the Island?
The Bangbao to Salakphet Road One of the questions many visitors to Koh Chang have, after spending five minutes looking at a map, is ‘Why isn’t there a road around the island?‘...read more...
Salakphet Mangrove Walkway
The Red Bridge Walkway One of my favourite spots on the island is the way down in the south-east in Salakphet. Back in 2006 the authorities had the idea to build a wooden walkway through the...read more...
Thailand Visa and Immigration Guide 2026
Thailand Visas & Immigration The Complete 2026 Guide for Tourists, Expats and Digital Nomads Thinking about traveling to Thailand in 2026? Whether you’re planning a two-week holiday, a six...read more...
Baan Rim Nam
Our Guesthouse on Koh Chang The bad news is that during the coronavirus pandemic we decided to close the old guesthouse permanently. So, many thanks to everyone stayed with us from 2004 – 2020...read more...
Koh Chang FAQs and Essential Tips
Answers to Your Questions about Koh Chang These are some of the common questions that I get asked or I see being asked on travel forums or on Facebook pages. And below them you’ll find...read more...
Best Thai Islands to Visit by Month: A Complete Climate Guide
Why Season Matters When Choosing a Thai Island If you’re planning a trip to an island in Thailand, chances are you’ve already pictured yourself on a beach. Maybe it’s a quiet stretch of white...read more...