Living in Thailand

Key Expatriate Articles and Resources

Living in Chiang Mai, Thailand by Nathan Edgerton Expat life in Chiang Mai, Thailand, including snapshots of living, studying and working in a contest-winning article. Teaching English and Living in Bangkok by Nathan Edgerton Bangkok retains a demand for English teachers in many different types of schools, from corporate training centers to small private schools to public schools. There are opportunities for beginning teachers as well as those with more experience. Inside the Monk’s Cave by Paul King An extraordinary, moving, and timeless story of a young man who enjoyed living two years in Thailand with a Thai family — spending his final days with a monk before returning to America — by a winner of the Narrative Travel Writing Contest. Ten Tips for Living and Thriving in Thailand by Brittany Rohm An insiders guide with tips on how to settle, live, and thrive in Thailand, which lives up to its name as the "Land of Smiles." Live and Teach in Smiling Chiang Mai by Kimberly L Bryant Recently voted one of the friendliest cities in the world, Chiang Mai is a fantastic place to dip your toes into the world of teaching English. The relaxed environment and low-key attitude make for a gentle introduction to TEFL for those just starting out... Living as an Expat Family in Bangkok, Thailand by Heather Van Deest ...Breathing in the sweet scent of the frangipani blooms, it is not hard to remember how grateful I am for our life in Bangkok, for the warmth of Thai culture, and for my family’s opportunity to learn about the larger world by living abroad... Teaching English and Living in Thailand: Do Your Homework Before Choosing a Job by Lindy Sinka A guide that discusses many key aspects involved in preparing to move, find work, and live in Thailand. Teaching English in Bangkok: The Guide to Finding Work Fast in a Laid Back Culture by Ian Moore An inside guide to finding jobs fast when arriving in Bangkok, Thailand, along with extensive tips and key resources. Jumping Off the Face of the Earth: Landing in Thailand by Paul King An Expatriate Writing Contest winner paints a picture of his life as a teacher in Thailand. Teaching English and Living in Thailand: Do Your Homework Before Choosing a Job by Lindy Sinka A guide that discusses many key aspects involved in preparing to move, find work, and live in Thailand. Study Thai in Thailand: Learn a Language and Live for a Year Abroad by Nathan Edgerton You can reside a year or more in Thailand by studying the Thai language, and live very well, writes a winner of the Student Travel Writing Contest. Experience Bangkok, Thailand by Learning Thai Through Language Immersion by Paul King Immerse yourself in Thai culture by learning the language. Speaking and reading Thai enriches your experience in Thailand.

At Home in Thailand: Living in Bangkok by Nancy Claxton

Cheap Accommodations in Bangkok: Location is Key to Choosing Long-Term Rentals by Chris Mitchell

Living in Thailand: At Home in Chiang Mai by Sara Avant Stover

Teaching English and Living in Thailand: Do Your Homework Before Choosing a Job by Lindy Sinka

How to Teach English in a Thai High School by Paul King

Teaching English in Thailand: A Typical Day in a Teacher's Life by A.J. Hoge

Teaching English in Thailand: The 10 Day Job Search by A.J. Hoge

How to Become a Freelance English Teacher in Bangkok: Create Your Own Job in Thailand by A.J. Hoge

Teaching English in Thailand: Cultural Transition by Seth Leighton

Chiang Mai's Job Opportunties: Find Out Why ESL Teachers Stay Awhile by M.J. Young

Archaeology at Your Fingertips: Volunteering with Earthwatch in Thailand by Jane Stanfield

Volunteering Abroad Teaching English with Worldteach: Tales of Life in Northeast Thailand by Haley Boone

Wildlife Volunteering in Thailand by Erika Wedenoja

Soul Vacation: Practice Buddhism in Thailand by Deborah L. Bassett

Guide to Street Food in Thailand by Janice Goveas

The Songkran Festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand: An Expatriate's Perspective by Gwyneth Chew

Travel and Live Abroad in Chiang Mai, Thailand as a Student: A Difficult but Great Experience by Kasey Weber

10 Days of Silence in Thailand by Thomas Handy Loon

Suan Mokkh International: Buddhist Meditation Retreat in Southern Thailand by Rebecca Gados

Soul Vacation: Practice Buddhism in Thailand by Deborah L. Bassett

An Authentic Hill Tribe Experience in Thailand by Laurie Weed

Cultural Travel in Thailand: Thai Village Economy Increased with Silky Smoothness by Irene Butler

Expat.com: Living in Thailand as an Expatriate is a directory of resources and blogs .

Expat Arrivals Thailand has consolidated valuable information for the expats moving to Thailand and includes articles, interviews, and resources.

Expat Focus: Move to Thailand Easily provides information and resources for many countries, including forums and blogs for expats.

Internations: Community in Bangkok is a social networking service for expatriates living across the world, including Bangkok, featuring in-person meetings and events, as well as tips, information, and online forums. It requires registration.

Justlanded: Thailand provides resources and background for a living and moving to the country.

Numbeo: Cost of Living in Thailand is a fine crowdsourced site that provides much aggregate and itemized information about the cost of living in the country, the main cities, and bigger towns which should help prepare you for the transition.

Thailand Starter Kit by Expatden provides inside resources to on how to live, work, retire or start a business in Thailand.

Tourismthailand.org is the official website for tourism in Thailand.

Travelfish: Independent Guide to Thailand section of the brilliant website is about as good as it gets for inside travel information for independent travelers. The site also offers excellent low-cost guides in .pdf format.

Lonely Planet: Thailand Travel makes it easy for travelers to deal with the daily challenges independent travelers face: how to get around, where to stay, where to eat, and much more.

Rough Guides: Travel Guide Thailand describes various attractions and destinations, while also providing practical travel tips about transportation, safety, and other travel essentials.