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The Ultimate Guide to Living in Bangkok in Your 20’s

So you’ve vacationed in Bangkok and decided you want to move to here. Or maybe you’re fresh out of college and looking for some adventure before settling down. It’s easy to fall in love with Bangkok and its culture, hospitality, cuisine, and nightlife. But what’s it like living in Bangkok? This guide shows you how … Read more

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Moving to Thailand from America: How and Why Our Family Did It

Moving to Thailand was an exciting and at the same time stressful experience for me and my family. It was exciting because it had been the culmination of a seven-year plan; stressful because we had a six-month-old baby in tow. And to make matters worse, our flight from New York to Hong Kong was delayed. … Read more

How to Change Your Address at Samut Prakan Immigration Office

How to Change Your Address at Samut Prakan Immigration Office

Whether you’re moving from one place in Samut Prakan to another, or moving from another province into Samut Prakan, you’ll need to notify immigration of your change of address in Thailand. Changing your address isn’t the most challenging affair at immigration, but you should know what to expect ahead of time, as it could save … Read more

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How to Get a Residence Certificate in Thailand

There I was, crammed in the same tiny photocopying room for the second time in just ten minutes. The young kid working behind the copier recognized me, reached out his hand, and again I handed him my passport. “These two pages this time,” I said. And he copied what I hoped would be the last … Read more

how to ditch the desk at 53 and retire in Thailand

How to Ditch the Desk at 53 and Retire in Thailand

Pat and I chose to escape the daily grind and retire early while we had our health, energy, and sense of adventure. Pat had worked much of his career in franchising, mentoring people in startups, and tutoring at a Brisbane college. For most of my career I had worked in human resources in fast-paced hospitality … Read more

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Shipping From Thailand: Procedure, Costs, and Customs

If you live or vacation in Thailand, there’s a good chance you may have to send something back home. Whether it’s a personal letter, business package, or a purchase from an incredible shopping experience, you’ll want to know where you can get the cheapest international shipping rates from the most reliable international shipper. This shipping … Read more

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Shipping to Thailand: Procedure, Costs, and Customs

International shipping is expensive. You want to make sure you make all the right steps so your package arrives at its destination on time and in tact. And you also want it to be affordable. This guide details each step in sending items to Thailand and gives requisite info for residential shipping. After you read this … Read more

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Moving To Thailand: A Guide for Expats to Live Here

[thrive_leads id=’5434′] From a new job to a new relationship, there are things that could draw you to live in Thailand, the Land of Smiles. This article aims to show you all the info you need to move to Thailand and avoid bumps along the way. Before going into detail I’ll outline the three main … Read more

Moving to Thailand With a Dog or Cat: A Quick Guide

So you have decided to leave your home and move to the land of smiles and the City of Angels. But how about your loved ones – I am talking about those with four legs. Can you bring your cat or dog to Thailand without having them confiscated or – even worse – eaten? First … Read more