Travel insurance is essential for your vacation to Thailand. With it, you know that if something happens you’ll be covered for those hefty hospital bills. Without it, well, let’s just say that dream vacation can become a nightmare—I’ve seen it happen. And if you think skipping out on the hospital bill is a slick choice, … Read more
This guide shows you the different World Nomads’ insurance plans, what they cover you for, the exclusions, personal experiences, and how to get a quote.
I’m sure you heard by now but the pollution in Bangkok is bad–really bad. So bad, in fact, that the government is thinking about seeding the clouds to make it rain and knock down some of the pollution floating around. I don’t know about you, but this worries me. Especially since I have two young … Read more
Do you get unexplained, frequent headaches? Does your lower back hurt all the time? Is it hard for you to fall asleep at night? These are questions you and many other expats might be facing here in Bangkok. You could assume what the causes are, but it’s still better to seek professional help and find … Read more
Most of us know that eating healthy, pesticide-free food and exercising are the keys to long life I believe that eating healthy food and working out will help me stay away from illnesses. When I lived in America, I spent about two hours almost every day in the gym and shopping at health food stores. … Read more
Are you in Thailand short or long-term and need a good dentist in Bangkok? When I first got to Thailand I was in the same shoes. Luckily for me, right across the street from my office I found Bangkok International Dental Center. Since then I’ve been going to BIDC for all my dental work, and … Read more
Traveling to a foreign country to get medical treatment might have seemed like a novel idea a decade ago. But thanks to quality healthcare, excellent facilities, affordable prices, and the vibe of the Land of Smiles, Thailand is the place to go for medical treatment. This guide shows you how to prepare for your medical … Read more
Last week you noticed your teeth were a little more sensitive than usual. A few days later that sensitivity grew into an underlying ache. Today, the ache turned into a throbbing pain and you couldn’t eat. Now you know it’s time to see a dentist. But you’re probably wondering: Are dentists in Bangkok safe? How … Read more
I’ve been in Thailand since 2014. If you asked me back then if you should get health insurance for your family, I would’ve said “no” because the cost of healthcare is cheap enough to pay for most costs out of pocket. But all these years later I’m starting to rethink my family’s need for health … Read more
When I wrote about my cost of living in Bangkok, a common question I got by email was: “Hey Karsten, what health insurance are you using?” If that’s all you want to know, that’s easy. I use ACS. If you’ve never heard of them, don’t worry, neither had I until three days before I took … Read more