Welcome to my Blogs. Know before you go.
Knowledge is power x Save time and money
Category
- Art
- Culture
- Education
- History
- Housing
- Immigration
- Legal
- Money
- Shopping
- Spirituality
- Sports
- Sustainability
- Today's Thailand
- Tourism
- Transportation
- Visa
- Wellness
- Work
- celebrations
- citizenship
- culture
- entertainment
- food
- health
- heritage
- history
- language
- lifestyle
- music
- news
- origin story
- retirement
- thailand
- tourism
- transportation
- travel
- visa
- visas
- weather
- wellness
Tag
- #AmazingThailand
- #BangkokCountdown
- #BangkokFitness
- #BangkokForWalkers
- #BangkokGuide
- #BangkokNYE
- #BangkokTravel
- #ChulalongkornUniversity
- #HealthyTravel
- #HiddenBangkok
- #ICONSIAM
- #NYE2026
- #ThailandTravel
- #ThailandTravelTips
- #VisitThailand
- #WellnessTravel
- 1 bedroom condo Thailand
- 10K races Thailand
- 2 bedroom condo Bangkok
- 2025 retirement Thailand
- 24 hour luggage storage bangkok
- 24/7 care Thailand
- 3 bedroom apartment Bangkok
- 5-hour video training DLT
- 5K races Thailand
- 6 month rental Bangkok
- 808 Festival Bangkok tickets
- 90 day reporting thailand
- ARL Bangkok
- ARL Bangkok stations
- ARL Bangkok travel guide
- ARL ticket prices Bangkok
- ASEAN universities
- Aab Zaab restaurant
- Ab Zab Phuket
- Ab Zab Phuket (แอบแซ่บ)
- Ab Zab phone number
- Ab Zab reservations needed?
- Ab Zab restaurant address
- Ab Zab restaurant hours
- Accommodation requirements Thailand
- Accredited Thai massage school Thailand
- Adaman Sea Phuket
- Advanced vintage hunting Bangkok
- Affordable accommodation in Thailand
- Affordable healthcare Thailand
- Affordable senior healthcare
- After You Dessert Café
- Agricultural tourism
- Airbnb vs long term rental Bangkok
Tomorrowland Thailand 2026: Your Complete Travel Guide for the Festival of a Lifetime
Calling all music festival fans!
As someone who's spent years in the festival production & marketing world in the U.S. and now calls Thailand home, I can tell you: Tomorrowland Thailand 2026 positions Thailand as Southeast Asia's premier music festival destination. And if you're considering the journey, you're in for something truly special.
🎵 Best Live Soul & R&B Venues for Mature Travelers and Expats in Bangkok (2026)
As a former radio marketing guy and lifelong music fanatic, R&B has always been one of my favorite genres. But if you're new to Bangkok's music scene, finding authentic soul and R&B can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.
Can You Receive Social Security Payments While Living in Thailand? Complete 2026 Guide for U.S. Retirees
If you're planning to retire in Thailand like my friend Rodger, you're probably asking: "Will I still get my Social Security checks?" The answer is yes. Thousands of American retirees successfully receive their monthly Social Security payments while living in Thailand full-time.
But there's a catch!
🎾 Pickleball in Thailand 2026: Complete Guide to Courts, Clubs & Communities
If you're a pickleball lover, like my buddy Sam, and planning a trip to Thailand—or already living in the Land of Smiles—you'll be happy to know this: pickleball is lowkey booming here, and 2026 is shaping up to be the sport's biggest year yet in the Kingdom. So, I did a bit more digging.
🎉 Bangkok New Year's Eve 2025: Complete ICONSIAM 2026 Countdown Guide + Best Alternatives
Looking for a perfect spot to bring in the 2026 new year in Thailand? How about this: 1,400 meters of synchronized fireworks and drones lighting up Bangkok's Chao Phraya River, with over 200 world-class performers.
Study in Thailand 2026: The Complete Guide to 8 Top Universities (With Real Costs & Student Life)
Sawadee khrup. It’s Monchai again. My niece, Sa, will graduate next year from a U.S. high school, and she's now exploring the idea of earning her bachelor's degree in Thailand. Watching her navigate all the options made me realize something: a lot of international students (and parents!) are asking the same questions she's asking.
Thailand Visa Exemption Crackdown November 2025: New Rules Explained
Hey, it’s Monchai again.
If you're planning a trip to Thailand before the end of 2025 or in 2026, here's something worth knowing before you book: Thai Immigration has updated how they handle tourist visa extensions and repeat entries.
🏠 How to Rent a Condo or Long-Term Home in Thailand: Complete 2025 2026 Guide for Foreigners
If you're like me, you love the affordability and accessibility of rental living in Thailand. Whether you're mesmerized by Bangkok's glittering skyline from your high-rise condo, sipping morning coffee as Chiang Mai's misty mountains come into view, or dreaming of Phuket's turquoise waters just steps from your luxury villa, this guide will help you navigate the entire rental agreement process.
Thailand's UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Your 2025 2026 Travel Guide
Hey everyone, it’s Monchai again! If you love visiting historical and cultural destinations like me, you may want to check out some UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Thailand.
Whether you're planning your first trip to the Land of Smiles or you're a seasoned explorer looking to dig deeper into the country's treasures, this guide will help you navigate Thailand's most precious cultural and natural wonders.
How Expats & Long-Term Visitors Get a Thai Driver's License (Cars & Motorcycles) — 2025 Complete Guide
Sawadee khrup! As a Thai-American dual citizen now spending more time in Thailand, I also need a Thai driver’s license if I want on-demand location freedom while I’m in the Land of Smiles — to roam the islands, explore northern routes, or just drive to the market whenever I want. But for foreigners, getting a valid Thai driver's license (for car and motorcycle) can feel frustrating.
🏦 How to Open a Bank Account in Thailand (2025): A Foreigner's Complete Guide
When I first helped my friend Amy navigate opening a bank account in Bangkok, she'd already been turned away by two different branches. The problem? She didn't know which documents to bring or which banks actually welcome foreign customers.
BTS Sukhumvit Line Guide 2025: Complete Station Map, Shopping & Food Stops
If you didn’t know, you’re about to — The BTS Sukhumvit Line is Bangkok's most important transit route for tourists, connecting major shopping districts, nightlife areas, and cultural attractions across 47 stations. This light-green line stretches through every major hub you'll want to visit as a novice tourist.
Ab Zab Restaurant Phuket: Authentic Thai Flavours, Family Warmth & Stunning Patong Bay Views
When my Thai friends in California heard I was heading to Phuket, they insisted: "You must visit Ab Zab — our sister owns it!" That's how I found myself on a warm Andaman Sea evening, enjoying yummy Southern Thai cuisine while on a slow travel adventure.
How to Choose the Right Thai Massage School in Thailand (September 2025 Guide)
Hey, everyone! Monchai back with you again. As my friend Madison works on expanding her massage therapy expertise, I thought I'd create this blog that could benefit both her journey and hopefully yours as well.
Complete Guide to Working in Thailand as a Foreigner (2025): Visas, Work Permits & Legal Requirements
Sawadee khrup! Monchai here again. If you've ever dreamed about teaching in Chiang Mai, coding from a café in Bangkok, or just finding a way to extend your stay in the Land of Smiles, you've probably wondered: "Can foreigners actually work in Thailand?"
Best Mindfulness Retreats in Thailand for English Speakers (2025 - 2026 Guide)
Hey, Monchai here. A few of my friends back in the U.S. have been asking me the same question lately: 'Are there any mindfulness retreats in Thailand where they actually teach in English?’ I'm happy to say the answer is absolutely yes! If you have the same thought, this guide is for you.
MRT Purple Line Bangkok Guide 2025: Complete Timetable, Route Map, Stations & Tips
Hey, it’s Monchai again! Have you thought about exploring Bangkok metro beyond the usual tourist hot spots?
If you've already ridden the MRT Blue Line or the BTS Skytrain, you might think you've seen all of Bangkok's modern transit options. But there's one line that often flies under the radar for tourists and even some expats—the MRT Purple Line.