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How much does a hospital visit cost in Thailand? Real prices for 2026
A doctor visit in Thailand costs anywhere from 300 baht (~$8 USD) at a government…
Motorbike accidents in Thailand: what every tourist needs to know
We’re not anti-motorbike. We’ve ridden thousands of kilometres around Thailand. But we’ve also seen the…
Can you drink tap water in Thailand?
No. Don’t drink tap water in Thailand. The water leaving the treatment plant is fine.…
Accommodation in Thailand - All types compared and what’s best for you
Accommodation is unbelievably convenient in Thailand. Book when you arrive, book in advance, stay a…
Our guide to basic Thai language and tips for how to take it to the next level
If you’re moving to Thailand, or just visiting for a holiday, do you need to…
The written & unwritten rules of the road: How to stay safe
These are the rules of the road in Thailand, the written ones and the unwritten…
Everything you need to know to work remotely from Thailand
Thailand is one of the most popular destinations to work remotely, either for yourself, your…
37 things to do in Bangkok
Bangkok is a lot. It’s a city of over 10 million people with more to…
21 things to do in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is Thailand’s northern capital, a city ringed by a moat and surrounded by…
25 things to do in Pai
Pai is a small town in the mountains of northern Thailand that people either stay…
43 things to do in Phuket
Phuket is Thailand’s biggest island and its most visited, and it gets judged harshly for…
Changing visa status inside Thailand
You can sometimes switch to a Non-Immigrant visa without leaving Thailand, on form TM.86 or…
Thai citizenship and naturalisation guide
Marrying a Thai doesn't make you Thai. The routes to Thai citizenship, from naturalisation to…
Thailand 90-day reporting guide
Stay in Thailand more than 90 days in a row and you have to report…
Thailand education visa (Non-ED) guide
You need a real course and a school that will back you. How the Thai…
Thailand Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa guide
Ten years in Thailand if you fit one of four groups. Who the LTR visa…
Thailand overstay rules and what to do
Overstaying in Thailand costs 500 baht a day, up to 20,000 baht, and longer overstays…
Thailand permanent residence guide
Thai permanent residence isn't automatic after years here: there's a yearly quota and one window…
Thailand re-entry permit guide
Leaving Thailand on a single-entry visa or an extension? A re-entry permit (TM.8) costs 1,000…
Thailand SMART Visa guide
Since February 2025 the SMART Visa is only for founders of certified Thai startups and…
Thailand specialist and purpose-specific visas
Not a tourist, worker, student or retiree? Thailand has visas for journalists, film crews, researchers,…
Thailand visa exemption and Visa on Arrival explained
Since 15 September 2026 most passports get 30 days visa-free, not 60, and only three…
Thailand visa extension guide
A tourist extension costs 1,900 baht on form TM.7, and the 30-day visa exemption can…
Thailand work permit guide for foreigners
A Thai visa isn't permission to work. How work permits work, the e-WorkPermit system, jobs…
Mosquitoes, dengue, and malaria in Thailand
Note: We are not doctors, this is just our advice based on what we do.…
Running in Bangkok - where to run, when to go, and how not to melt
Bangkok isn’t the first city that comes to mind when you think about running. It’s…
Health insurance in Thailand - which plan do you actually need?
A motorbike accident in Thailand can run anywhere from 200,000 to 2,000,000 baht (~$5,600-56,000 USD)…
How to open a Thai bank account as a foreigner
The TLDR on this is that if you do not hold a long term visa,…
Bitten by a dog in Thailand - what to do and how to get rabies treatment
Stray dogs are everywhere in Thailand. Temples, beaches, markets, outside your hotel - you’ll see…
How much does it cost to travel Thailand?
Thailand has maximum flexibility for budget and luxury travel.
Our 100 best things to do in Thailand in 2026
Welcome to our list of 100+ awesome things to do in Thailand. We had a…
The Mae Hong Son Loop - Planning your own itinerary
The Mae Hong Son Loop is a 600 km ride from Chiang Mai through Pai,…
Where to stay in Chiang Mai - The best areas for travelers & expats
Chiang Mai spreads out from its moat-ringed Old City into a patchwork of neighborhoods, and…
Thailand Non-B visa: Complete work visa guide
The Non-B doesn’t give you the right to work: that’s a separate work permit. What…
Thailand Non-O visa - marriage, family, and retirement
The “O” stands for “Other”, which says a lot. The Non-O visa for marriage, a…
Koh Chang Travel Guide - Our 22 Top Activities
Most visitors come to Koh Chang (เกาะช้าง) for the beaches and don’t get much further.…
Thailand retirement visa: Guide to retirement in Thailand
No language test, no property, no minimum stay: at 50 with 800,000 baht or 65,000…
Thailand’s tourist visa: Full guide
The METV’s six months start the day it’s issued, not the day you fly. Tourist…
Taxes in Thailand? Here’s the breakdown:
Disclaimer: This article provides general information on Thai taxation for foreigners. It is not professional…
SafetyWing Nomad Complete review - full health insurance for nomads in Thailand
SafetyWing has two products, and most people only know about the cheap one. Their basic…
Pai Canyon: Breathtaking viewpoint & hiking in Pai
Pai Canyon (officially Kong Lan / กองแลน in Thai) is probably Pai’s most popular attraction…
Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) - Thailand’s 5-Year “Digital Nomad” Visa
In 2024 Thailand introduced the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) - a visa that finally fills…
Thailand’s Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)
The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) has been required since 1 May 2025. This new…
How much money you need to live in Thailand - Monthly spend for every budget level
If you’re looking for a guide for how much it costs to travel in Thailand,…
Vaccinations & Immunizations You Need to Travel or Live in Thailand
Prepare yourself medically for your trip to Thailand
Dating in Thailand - Everything You Need to Know
It’s no secret that a lot of foreign men come to Thailand to date Thai…
Insuring & taxing a vehicle in Thailand
Everything you need to know about compulsory insurance, voluntary insurance, road tax, and the easiest…
Cannabis in Thailand - everything you need to know
We’re keeping this post up to date with the laws and regulations surrounding cannabis in…
The 17 best things to do in Khao Lak, Thailand
People know Khao Lak for diving, and maybe for surfing, but there’s so much more…
Top credit cards, banks & more for Americans abroad
More than any other nationality in the world, American’s can get some amazing perks from…
The best credit card for Americans living abroad
Travel hacking is the increasingly popular method of using credit card points and miles to…
The best travel insurance providers for Thailand trips in 2026
Congratulations on even making it to this page! We get it, buying insurance for a…
Think it’s time to ban elephant riding in Thailand? Not so fast
We don’t support elephant riding, but an outright ban is implausible. Here’s a better way.
How to get a residence certificate in Thailand (2026)
A residence certificate (also called a certificate of residence, affirmation of residence, or proof of…
How to get a driving licence in Thailand
This guide assumes you already have a driving license and/or motorcycle license in your home…
Rock Climbing in Thailand
If you plan to go rock climbing in Thailand, you could spend a very long…
Full application guide & review to the Thailand Privilege (Formerly Thailand Elite Visa)
The Thailand Elite Visa is a simple (but costly) purchase, enabling an individual or a…
How to use local taxis in Bangkok without getting ripped off or lost
Aside from being very cheap, the Bangkok taxi (แท็กซี่ - taek see) is famous for…
The best VPN for Thailand in 2026 - Tried and Tested
We’ve tried out a lot of different VPNs during our time in Thailand and we’ve…
Thailand visa guide & entry requirements in 2026
We have more than a decade of experience with the Thai visa system to share…
10 unseen Thailand destinations to visit before they’re too popular
A lot of destinations in Thailand have become so popular that they’re pretty much always…
12 things to buy BEFORE your trip to Thailand
Traveling in Thailand is incredibly easy, and there’s almost nothing you can’t find here. You…
Best way to send money to Thailand (and the cheapest)
Wise (formerly TransferWise) has finally provided a convenient and inexpensive way to move money into…
No, street food hasn’t been banned in Bangkok. It’s still EVERYWHERE
This article covers Bangkok’s 2017 street-food debate and was published in 2019. It is not…
Bed bugs in Thailand - how to avoid them and what to do if you get bitten
Bed bugs exist in Thailand, but it’s not really as big of a deal as…
How to register a drone in Thailand - step by step
A step-by-step guide to registering your drone (CAAT registration is free) in Thailand for personal/hobbyist…
Emergency numbers and useful contacts in Thailand
In Thailand, there’s no single number that does everything. You can’t just call 911 and…
Tips & tricks we wish we’d known on our first day in Thailand
1\. Don’t exchange your money at home or at the airport For peace of mind,…
The most common scams in Thailand in 2026
Read this guide to avoid getting scammed in Thailand
Keeping your valuables safe in Thailand
We’re travelling all over the place, our bags are being checked, scanned, thrown around and…
Identifying Thai restaurant types before you even step inside
Here’s how you can identify what dishes a restaurant or food cart in Thailand serves,…
Drone laws in Thailand - rules, no-fly zones, and penalties
Everything you need to know about flying drones in Thailand, including the law and where…
Etiquette in Thailand: A guide you can actually use
How to be a conscientious traveler and avoid causing offense while traveling in Thailand
Thailand travel tips and tricks we actually use
Our top tips and advice to make traveling here easier and more rewarding. We learned…
When is the best time to visit Thailand?
We think any time is the best time to visit Thailand, but each season in…
Happy Asalha Puja Day!
Happy Asalha Puja Day to all our Theravada Buddhist readers
How many of these facts did you know about Thailand?
We’ve gathered some interesting facts about Thailand, many we didn’t know ourselves. Did you know…
Here’s the real reason street food is so delicious
Street food is trendy, but that’s not why you should eat it.
Why I fucking love Bangkok
An ode to the grit, glitz, grime, and glam of a truly great city
How to climb Bangkok’s Ghost Tower (Sathorn Unique)
Urban exploration in Bangkok’s notorious abandoned skyscraper
Thailand Packing Guide - What to Wear for Traveling in Thailand
Don’t be that guy in the baggy yoga pants
That one time when I became a muay talay champion
It’s like Thai boxing, except you’re sitting on a log over water trying to knock…
10 activities for adrenaline seekers
These 10 adventure activities guarantee you great GoPro footage, a few bumps and bruises and…
Scuba Diving in Koh Chang
If you’re visiting Koh Chang then diving or learning to dive should be on your…
Welcome to Thailand, please keep off the elephants
Most travelers don’t realize their decision to ride an elephant supports the torture of these…
Spearfishing in the Gulf of Thailand
A boat, good friends, perfect weather, a cooler of booze, high powered spearguns… What could…
Thai visa run to the Cambodian border at Koh Kong
A guide to help you avoid the scams, get over the border, and find something…
The 10 expat types you’ll meet in Thailand
The world of Thailand’s expats is a strange habitat indeed. Here are the ten specimens…
Roads, rails and waterways: getting around Bangkok
Navigating Bangkok’s congested streets can be a challenge for even lifelong residents. For those who’ve…