Intl guy jim
American looking for information about Thailand
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Registration: 06 March 2026
My expat journey
Thailand
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Seeking Tutor by John Count
I am looking for a tutor to teach me Thai. in the Loei area for morning sessions some English preferably
Hi John,After some frustrating lack of responses to my search for somewhere to get Thai language instruction, starting next January when I hope to finally get back to Thailand for a multi-month stay, someone pointed me to www.insightenglish.comThey ... Read More
Rental nightmares in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Thailand can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
@Sebastien H. BrousseauMerci, Sébastien! 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 ...
@Fred Would you please define the sort of travel/living where that would apply?I may be wrong, but that sounds like it might be more appropriate for the type of travel I sometimes did 40 years ago, staying in hostels or other super cheap facilities ... Read More
Most common payment methods in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Thailand, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to help fellow expats and soon-to-be expats better prepare for their daily transactions, we invite you to share your ...
Tuvache,Interesting to see you're recommending crypto. I have stayed away, as it seems there are too many scams, but a few years ago in an airport lounge I got into a long discussion with someone pushing them, and suggested to him one legitimate ... Read More
Is Lilly Zepbound GLP-1 available?
Got the runaround (passed from office to office) from Lilly in US about whether Zepbound could be bought in Thailand (will also probably visit Vietnam for a few months while in the neighborhood, so same question for there.)Has anyone investigated, ... Read More
Advice for living in Thailand by alexlock101
Hello, I'm looking for any advice on the best route to take to be able to live in Thailand.
Hi Alex,In Stefan's list of questions I recognize the definitions of the different visa options. If you are reluctant to provide the level of personal information this entails on an open forum, I would recommend: type "Visa" in the search box on ... Read More
BKK flooding by Intl guy jim
Just seeing news reports of massive Bangkok flooding. I'm wondering if that is happening elsewhere, and especially Hua Hin.
Thank you for your replies! Curious about Bangkok predicted future... Is Bangkok sinking, or is it just the overdevelopment that is not allowing for natural absorption and flow off?Is it safe to assume that what is happening in Pattaya would also ... Read More
BKK flooding
Just seeing news reports of massive Bangkok flooding. I'm wondering if that is happening elsewhere, and especially Hua Hin. Read More
Most common payment methods in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Moving to Thailand, even simple things like paying for groceries or a coffee can feel different. In order to help fellow expats and soon-to-be expats better prepare for their daily transactions, we invite you to share your ...
I remember some time back seeing info about the process to get the Thai bank app. I seem to remember it required having a Thai bank account, and I remember thinking that sounded too complicated for anyone not yet certain they were there long ... Read More
Rental nightmares in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Thailand can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
@Never done that Thanks, Never!! I appreciate your good suggestions. Most I have some experience with (over past two years rented in Mexico and Argentina, but with the advantage of being completely bilingual in Spanish.)A couple of others are ... Read More
Rental nightmares in Thailand by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Thailand can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
Hope (fingers crossed) that my experience is abouit to change. So far I have reached out to multiple realty companies, trying to have a selection of apartments to look at for rent for short term (will be trying to get a 90 day visa) before arrival, ... Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
@Irinya Thanks, Irinya, I would appreciate your sharing information you have. I was able to track down a couple of companies at the point I was considering a full year retiree visa, and facing what seemed like hard requirement that I have a full, ... Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
@kevh Thanks again, KevH, I reached out and had a quick response from James, have exchanged a couple of messages, and am expecting to start lessons shortly after my arrival. He has even asked one of his staff (I'm assuming) to help me connect with ... Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
@Aidan in HCMCthanks again, Aidan. Was the thumbs up for my later comment an agreement that I will spin my wheels with most attempts to get a response from Thai companies prior to arrival? Read More
New visitor visa lengths? by Intl guy jim
I hope to be arriving mid-Jan., 27, almost exactly 1 year later than originally planned. I had intended to get a 1 year retiree visa, but was put off by the cost of the full year pre-paid health insurance.I have decided to postpone that O (?) visa ...
Thanks, Kevh, I'll contact them. Read More