Intl guy jim
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First Visit to Bangkok by Kaid6065
Hi, would like to know what are the most See attractions in Bangkok during my first visit. Planning December 2026. Hotels I am looking at Mandarin, Ritz, Park Hyatt. Can you advice on Pros and/or cons of their locations. Open to ...
Hi Kaid,I would second Never Done's suggestion, I guess somewhat dependent on how long you will stay.My first business trip (1991) I stashed my suits with the hotel in Bangkok, took my jeans and backpack and went to Chiang Mai. (Sounds like it has ... Read More
Out of season, or folks move, or ??? by Intl guy jim
I had intended to arrive in Hua Hin in Feb. Life/family interfered. Now, after repeated issues I am looking at possibly late Sept./Oct. (Need to change the late June flight res. soon.)It catches my attention that there has been a significant drop ...
Thanks, California. I'm still NOT in Thailand. I had intended to get there this past Feb., but family responsibilities have forced me to keep pushing the date of my departure back. I finally got tired of paying change fees for my flight ... Read More
Need help! by Kaid6065
Hello, I am new to this forum, from USA. Looking for input from retirees or others who have taken this journey. How did you make this journey? I feel mentally stuck trying to wrap my mind around how to begin the process, that is, selling ...
Have not really put it to the test yet, but I've had iPostal.comrecommended as where SOME franchisees may be willing to send scans/photos of envelopes, selectively open them if requested to do the same with contents, and possibly even ship important ... Read More
Need help! by Kaid6065
Hello, I am new to this forum, from USA. Looking for input from retirees or others who have taken this journey. How did you make this journey? I feel mentally stuck trying to wrap my mind around how to begin the process, that is, selling ...
@Kaid6065 Hi Kaid! Sounds like you're getting the first step right: visit your prospective countries before you do anything else!Comparison: I've been to Thailand four times for business over the past 30+ years, took my wife there for our honey ... Read More
Moving abroad when I retire by robertjmorgan
Hello everyone I’m Robert Morgan i live in Wales at the moment but in around 18 months I’m due to retire.I’ve had a crazy idea about moving abroad when I do retire, but is this just a crazy idea ?I left home when l was 17 so ...
I'd recommend Walnut's advice. I have the good fortune to have seen much of the world, mostly business trips, but a good sprinkling of vacations. I have a list of 7 countries where I want to spend a few months each (all but one I've been to ... Read More
Getting around with your pet in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Living in Thailand with a pet also means learning how to navigate local transport systems together. From daily commutes to occasional trips, you have to navigate betwwen local rules and real-life experiences. Whether you’re ...
Anyone with experience with cats? When I finally pry my wife out of the US (almost certainly not for my upcoming scouting trip..), we will be accompanied by our 100% indoors "kitty" (almost 30 lbs.) Fully vaccinated, checked by vet overnight ... Read More
Flight Cost by watsonwillie32
Can someone tell me about the flight cost to Thailand and the time it takes to get there? I will be flying out of Houston, Texas I'm pretty tall, 6'3 to be exact. Please do not tell me that the leg space is the same as on a domestic flight. When ...
Thanks, Malcolm. I had planned on taking the train, but will look for the bus first!Is it safe to assume luxe bus, as in reclining business class type seats? Able to accomodate a good bit of luggage? Read More
Flights to Thailand by watsonwillie32
I have never flown internationally. Is the leg space on a international flight the same as on a domestic flight? I'm 6'3 and I require more leg space. I usually have to set in an exit row or upgrade to first class for more leg space when I fly. I ...
With all the budget airlines jumping in I don't know if you can still generalize, but in the past most interntional flights did provide a MINIMALLY additional space.Pricing fluctuates, but generally planning further ahead opens more opportunities ... Read More
Flight Cost by watsonwillie32
Can someone tell me about the flight cost to Thailand and the time it takes to get there? I will be flying out of Houston, Texas I'm pretty tall, 6'3 to be exact. Please do not tell me that the leg space is the same as on a domestic flight. When ...
Back in '85, flying to China for my studies, I flew Delta/Korean Air. Different time, but the travel agent from whom I purchased used his points or something to get me a Bus class upgrade on the way out! (Later connected the dots of some of his ... Read More
Flight Cost by watsonwillie32
Can someone tell me about the flight cost to Thailand and the time it takes to get there? I will be flying out of Houston, Texas I'm pretty tall, 6'3 to be exact. Please do not tell me that the leg space is the same as on a domestic flight. When ...
Had checked them previously some time back, not impressed. Should probably try again.... Read More
Flight Cost by watsonwillie32
Can someone tell me about the flight cost to Thailand and the time it takes to get there? I will be flying out of Houston, Texas I'm pretty tall, 6'3 to be exact. Please do not tell me that the leg space is the same as on a domestic flight. When ...
Hi again, Will,I am in a hub airport city, similar to Houston. I have used a couple of different outfits to try to get reduced costs for Business class travel (after most of my employers over the years just paying for Econ, too many Millions of ... Read More
I plan to retire in December 2026 by watsonwillie32
Good day everyone My name is Will Watson. All of my friends and family call me Will or either Wat. I currently reside in Houston,Texas. I plan to retire in December 2026 after 40 years of teaching and coaching on the Middle School level. My ...
Hi Will,First, my sympathies on your teaching MS, and congratulations on surviving!! Among the many careers I have worked, a secondary one was teaching MS ELA. Not sure how I survived without killing some snotnosed kid!!Looks like we'll be ... Read More
Quality of customer service in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Thailand, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we ...
Thanks, Never Done That! When I finally get to Thailand (now looking at September.....) I hope my experience is more like what you describe than Khunwilko!Don't count my business trips (short, Bangkok only) but my two vacations in Thailand 27 and ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
After delays to deal with medical issues I think I am back on track to Hua Hin. Now looking at August dates for arrival.One frustration has been getting infor re housing. I see lots of ads on this site for Pattaya, a couple for Rayong, but ZERO ... Read More
Out of season, or folks move, or ??? by Intl guy jim
I had intended to arrive in Hua Hin in Feb. Life/family interfered. Now, after repeated issues I am looking at possibly late Sept./Oct. (Need to change the late June flight res. soon.)It catches my attention that there has been a significant drop ...
Thanks, all. I have, even as my departure/arrival dates have shifted (to my very strong frustration...), reached out by various means to try to get information on specific rentals in Hua Hin. To date ZERO responses. I suppose I will have to knock ... Read More
Out of season, or folks move, or ??? by Intl guy jim
I had intended to arrive in Hua Hin in Feb. Life/family interfered. Now, after repeated issues I am looking at possibly late Sept./Oct. (Need to change the late June flight res. soon.)It catches my attention that there has been a significant drop ...
@WiredTight Thanks! I know I had intended to take the Gulf route, but the idiocy in the ME has led me to an alternate routing.If I'm interpreting your location correctly as Chiang Mai, do you know if arriving in Hua Hin before mid -Oct will help ... Read More
Out of season, or folks move, or ???
I had intended to arrive in Hua Hin in Feb. Life/family interfered. Now, after repeated issues I am looking at possibly late Sept./Oct. (Need to change the late June flight res. soon.)It catches my attention that there has been a significant drop ... Read More
With fuel prices soaring, how are you getting around in Thailand? by Veedushi
Hello everyone!In many countries, transportation costs are becoming a real challenge for expats. Some are completely changing their habits: using public transport more often, carpooling, switching to scooters… or cycling.In Denmark, for ...
Surprised you're not getting a response! I did get a couple, maybe you want to reach out to them?Jim Read More
Impact of ME tensions on fuel and electricity in Thailand? by Intl guy jim
Hi folks,Some news about how the cost and availability of oil due to the Mid-East problems has popped up in the news here. One article mentioned Thailand.Are you seeing problems, whether availability of gas for cars, cuts in electricity, ...
Thank you!! I appreciate the update. Read More
Impact of ME tensions on fuel and electricity in Thailand? by Intl guy jim
Hi folks,Some news about how the cost and availability of oil due to the Mid-East problems has popped up in the news here. One article mentioned Thailand.Are you seeing problems, whether availability of gas for cars, cuts in electricity, ...
Thank you! Read More
Impact of ME tensions on fuel and electricity in Thailand? by Intl guy jim
Hi folks,Some news about how the cost and availability of oil due to the Mid-East problems has popped up in the news here. One article mentioned Thailand.Are you seeing problems, whether availability of gas for cars, cuts in electricity, ...
Thanks! Read More
Impact of ME tensions on fuel and electricity in Thailand? by Intl guy jim
Hi folks,Some news about how the cost and availability of oil due to the Mid-East problems has popped up in the news here. One article mentioned Thailand.Are you seeing problems, whether availability of gas for cars, cuts in electricity, ...
Greetings! Hope you all had a pleasant weekend!As I'm reading about airlines cancelling flights due to fuel costs, and news items around much of the world about energy costs, continued fallout like Iranian tankers being diverted, .....How is this ... Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
@OceanBeach92107 Thanks! Are the "water taxis" to which you refer hydrofoils? Sadly I am vulnerable to motion sickness, so need to plane above waves to feel confident of not getting ill.... I would imagine the airport is some years from reality? Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
@jayrozzetti23 Thanks for your detailed answer!! I had distantly followed some of that over the years, but a MUCH stronger impression laid out completely! I lived in countries with danger of coup d'etat as a kid, and have friends & family who ... Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
Please see first line of the article. Mistake, says 125 km, so 75-80Miles? (top of head) from HCMC.https://www.expat.com/en/guide/asia/vietnam/vung-tau/ Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
@jayrozzetti23 Thanks, Jay. Appreciate your sharing your experience! You may have actually helped with recovering a recommendation that someone made a year or so ago, which I didn't record: Phu Quoc Island. Will check out to see if there is a ... Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
Thanks, Aidan and Bhavna!Checked out Vung Tau and it looks like a winner! One confusion though:The page on Vung Tau starts out saying that it is 125 miles from Ho Chi Mihn, but on Google.maps it appears to be only 20-30 miles, even taking into ... Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
Aidan, thanks for your offer. Yes, please ask them to shift/copy me to general forum. Read More
Scouting Vietnam? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ...
Thanks, Aidan,I actually am scouting for my retirement home worldwide. Spent a couple of months each in two countries in LatAm (advantage I've been fluent in Spanish almost all of my life, and both lived and did substantial business around the ... Read More
Scouting Vietnam?
Greetings all!I hope to be arriving in Thailand (beach areas south of Bangkok) in a couple of months (had to postpone departure two times already) looking for my retirement home.While in Asia I want to also investigate Vietnam. While I don't like ... Read More
Looking for a reputable real estate company by Urbanwildlife
I am looking for reputable real estate company as I am interested in buying a property with a ocean view. I am open to all areas at this point. The website of this company needs to have the opportunity to change the pricing from Baht to ...
Just in case, I'll add my inquiry..... Looking for a property management company which represents beachfront apartments in the area south of central Hua Hin (close to Thakiap Thong),which will respond to requests made on their website!!Realize this ... Read More
Impact of ME tensions on fuel and electricity in Thailand? by Intl guy jim
Hi folks,Some news about how the cost and availability of oil due to the Mid-East problems has popped up in the news here. One article mentioned Thailand.Are you seeing problems, whether availability of gas for cars, cuts in electricity, ...
Hi folks,As this global clusterf.. continues to unroll, are you seeing more negative results? Totally apart, but there is a family matter which may push me to move my arrival back a few additional weeks (AARRRGGGHHHH!!!)Hopefully this idiocy is ... Read More
Wish I had found Expat.com sooner! Mar del Plata? by Intl guy jim
Greetings all,Last year I lived almost 8 months in Argentina, almost all of that in Mar del Plata. During that time I only heard English spoken in the street twice! The second time was just before I left Argentina, and the person told me that, ...
Thanks, Osage. Figures, everyone wants to do things on the platform I will NEVER log onto. If anyone wants to buy my personal, private info they can make me an offer, not pay Zuckburger for it. Since this platform (and for example, "International ... Read More
Wish I had found Expat.com sooner! Mar del Plata?
Greetings all,Last year I lived almost 8 months in Argentina, almost all of that in Mar del Plata. During that time I only heard English spoken in the street twice! The second time was just before I left Argentina, and the person told me that, ... Read More
Health Insurance for a Thailand Non-OA Visa requirement by lancewinley
Is anyone able to advise a good health insurer which meets the Non-OA Visa requirement. Whilst I have downloaded the "Participating Namelist and Contact list" document is anyone able to make recommendation as to whom they would recommend.
Thanks, Raypaton. A quick check at least doesn't show any negative comments... :) Will request a quote and see how it compares. Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
Responding to Arthur and Never Done again...My comment about private clinics was referring to the fact that public health in LatAm is MUCH lower quality, and waits can be a problem. The referenced costs in Argentina were through an outfit in a ... Read More
Expats, don't play or you'll pay by jcshine
Below is a news article about expats in Singapore. Do not be surprised that this could happen in other countries too. So guys, its safer to be sober and keep your hands to yourself. In this world, nothing is FREE. Expats, don't play or ...
Of course the best bet is to maintain your sanity whilst out in public. I'll add to the fruit comment above..... more centuries ago than I want to admit having been alive, I paid my way through my last years of college and grad school ... Read More
Cost of living in Thailand in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Thailand, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Thailand or already living ...
Thanks again for all your suggestions and answers! It will make my landing much smoother.I saw there is a way to DM privately? I'd like to ask you a question, if you're willing..Again, thanks,Jim Read More
Cost of living in Thailand in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Thailand, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Thailand or already living ...
Thanks, Never! Would like to buy you a coffee or whiskey to say thanks more concretely, when I get there. :) Jim Read More
Cost of living in Thailand in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Thailand, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Thailand or already living ...
Follow up to above... Can you confirm that I am reading the map correctly... Is Takiap Thong about 4-5 miles from the center of Hua Hin? For me that is an easy bicycle (human powered, not electric) ride. Which raises another question: are there ... Read More
Cost of living in Thailand in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Thailand, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Thailand or already living ...
Thanks, Bhavna and Never, I appreciate it. Glad to see that the prices don't seem to have gone up much since I started looking at Hua Hin a year or so ago! Still well within my budget.. :)I finally pulled the trigger and purchased my flight. ... Read More
Cost of living in Thailand in 2026 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Every year, we invite you to share your experiences with the cost of living in Thailand, especially in the region or city you live in. Your insights will greatly help members planning their move to Thailand or already living ...
Hi Cheryl,I was scanning and saw this. Did you get more responses? Published anywhere? I am interested in Hua Hin area (starting point), and possibly also Rayong.Thanks, and regards,Jim Read More
Impact of ME tensions on fuel and electricity in Thailand? by Intl guy jim
Hi folks,Some news about how the cost and availability of oil due to the Mid-East problems has popped up in the news here. One article mentioned Thailand.Are you seeing problems, whether availability of gas for cars, cuts in electricity, ...
thanks, guys. So, at this point no concerns about energy. Hope things stay that way! Read More
Impact of ME tensions on fuel and electricity in Thailand? by Intl guy jim
Hi folks,Some news about how the cost and availability of oil due to the Mid-East problems has popped up in the news here. One article mentioned Thailand.Are you seeing problems, whether availability of gas for cars, cuts in electricity, ...
Thanks, Kev. Electric power? Is Thailand mostly still petrol generation, or are they on the road to solar and other renewables? Read More
Health Insurance for a Thailand Non-OA Visa requirement by lancewinley
Is anyone able to advise a good health insurer which meets the Non-OA Visa requirement. Whilst I have downloaded the "Participating Namelist and Contact list" document is anyone able to make recommendation as to whom they would recommend.
Hi Lance,Far from being able to make a recommendation, but of the rapid responders to date (with responses for a couple still pending - all international, no Thai so far) the one that seems to offer the most economical, and simplest package is ... Read More
Health Insurance for a Thailand Non-OA Visa requirement by lancewinley
Is anyone able to advise a good health insurer which meets the Non-OA Visa requirement. Whilst I have downloaded the "Participating Namelist and Contact list" document is anyone able to make recommendation as to whom they would recommend.
Hi folks,Have checked and requested quotes from several of the companies listed, but they all appear to be international companies. Have I missed a list of Thai companies? I am making an assumption that they will not be as parasitical and ... Read More
Impact of ME tensions on fuel and electricity in Thailand?
Hi folks,Some news about how the cost and availability of oil due to the Mid-East problems has popped up in the news here. One article mentioned Thailand.Are you seeing problems, whether availability of gas for cars, cuts in electricity, ... Read More
Cheap health insurance OA Visa by flynbo52
What are the cheapest company's offering health insurance to qualify for an OA visa
Thanks for posting the link, Cheryl.I note they are all international companies. Would it be safe to assume that a Thai insurance company would offer more competitive rates? If so, would you please post a link to some Thai companies that you/Expat ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@sitewithsoul Thanks again, Sitewithsoul. I made a mistake in a prior message. I found and have initiated communications with The Learning Center. I have not been able to find the Advanced Language Academy online. Do they have a website, or a ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
Hi Arthur,I started my retirement home search in LatAm, since I spent 1/2 my childhood there, speak Spanish with complete bilingual fluency, and had traveled the region extensively for business.I paid, out of pocket, for excellent medical attention ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
Thanks, Malcolm, I appreciate the explanation. If Vietnam were to end up being my choice it might be a good way to speed up my learning the language! Read More
Visa requirements by Intl guy jim
Either the visa requirements have changed, or I have been mixing them up with someplace else.It now appears that even a 2 month stay requires an advance visa? I think I want to go for the 1 year/extendable, but most seem to require a "letter of ...
Thank you, gentlemen! Read More
Rental Properties Ads (lack thereof)
Greetings all,I have been pursuing a couple of avenues to facilitate my landing for a few months trial to see if I want to make Thailand my retirement home (Been 4 times for short visits, 3 business trips and 1 vacation)I had hoped I might find ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
Thanks, Never Done That!I mentioned I have some experience with language learning..... Spanish, my second, I learned by complete immersion the first year my Dad's job took us overseas. 2nd grade school where nobody spoke English, neighborhoods for ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@Never done that Thanks! I appreciate all the detailed responses. I think I will check out Hua Hin (area) first, but without any commitments that make it hard to move on if I don't like some detail.I have had the opportunity to learn about ... Read More
Visa requirements
Either the visa requirements have changed, or I have been mixing them up with someplace else.It now appears that even a 2 month stay requires an advance visa? I think I want to go for the 1 year/extendable, but most seem to require a "letter of ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@Malcolmleitrim Thanks, Malcolm. I'm curious what leads you to say that. Is it language issues (I'm pretty much committed to learn the language of anyplace I decide to settle, and will dedicate some effort to picking up the basics of anyplace I'm ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@daviddomoney A wealth of choices! Thanks! Probably the only way I will know if one was my original recommendation will be to track down the source. Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@daviddomoney I had, though further down my list. I went early to Jakarta for business a couple of decades ago, and got over to Jogjakarta for a few days. Loved it to visit, but understand it could be dangerous for foreigners in more recent years. ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@daviddomoney Thanks, the descriptions I get from Google Maps sound like it might be, though also some negatives. Might select someplace else as an initial base and see about going for a day or two to scope out (if I don't immediately feel like ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@sitewithsoul Thanks! I had not taken seasons into account. I wish I had been able to stick to my original intended timeline to get there late Feb.... Some family responsibilities made me push my departure....As far as tonal ear, it will be an ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@daviddomoney Thanks, after investing a fair amount of time and some expense into a visa application process in one of my LatAm stops, I decided to not get too deep into the weeds until I was pretty certain I knew I wanted to stay longer term. ... Read More
Train service between Bangkok and Rayong?
Hi all,I had been focusing on Hua Hin for a number of reasons (explain in another post), but someone just suggested I look at Rayong.One attraction of Hua Hin was the regular train service. Between decades of business (some pleasure) travel around ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin by Intl guy jim
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ...
@California4me Thanks. So Cha Am is about 30Km/20 Miles north? Average time to get down to Hua Hin? How accessible are the type of things that made Hua Hin attractive (besides beach :) ), like golf, medical, music scene for blues/jazz/R&R, ... Read More
Hope to arrive late May / early June for 3 month (+?) trial
Greeting all! Jim here. I hope to arrive in Thailand for a three month trial, with Hua Hin as my target, based upon what may be out of date information (just posted a question to that effect elsewhere...)I'm retired, after a career that took me ... Read More
Researching Hua Hin
A couple of years ago I read an International Living article that made Hua Hin sound ideal: quieter than areas like Pattaya (comparison)golf courses; a range of options for the sport I want to take up again after 50+ yearsolder, less rowdy expat ... Read More