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17 articles from 10+ years of experience

✨ Featured

February 1, 202513 min read

How to Travel Thailand for 30 Days on $1,500 (Complete Itinerary)

Yes, one month in Thailand for $1,500 is absolutely doable. Here's the exact itinerary, daily budget breakdown, and real expense report from doing it myself.

10 Hidden Gems in Thailand Most Tourists Miss (2025)

🗺️ Destinations

January 28, 202519 min read

10 Hidden Gems in Thailand Most Tourists Miss (2025)

Skip the crowds at Phi Phi and discover Thailand's secret spots - from the 'Maldives of Thailand' to mountain loops tourists haven't discovered yet.

Bangkok on $50 a Day: Complete Budget Breakdown (2025)

🏙️ Cities

January 22, 202514 min read

Bangkok on $50 a Day: Complete Budget Breakdown (2025)

Yes, you can explore Bangkok comfortably on $50/day. Here's exactly how to split your budget across accommodation, food, transport, and activities.

💻 Digital Nomad

January 20, 202518 min read

Chiang Mai Digital Nomad Guide 2025: Complete Cost Breakdown & Best Neighborhoods

Everything you need to know about living in Chiang Mai as a digital nomad in 2025. Visas, coworking spaces, costs, and the best neighborhoods - all from real experience.

Thailand Costs by Month: When to Visit for Best Prices (2025 Guide)

📅 Travel Planning

January 20, 202529 min read

Thailand Costs by Month: When to Visit for Best Prices (2025 Guide)

Journey through Thailand's seasons with a veteran traveler's perspective. Discover not just when prices drop, but what each month actually feels like—from Songkran's water-soaked chaos to monsoon's empty beaches and peak season's perfect skies.

🏝️ Islands

January 18, 202515 min read

Thailand Island Comparison 2025: Which Island is Right for You? (8 Islands Compared)

Koh Samui vs Koh Phangan vs Koh Tao vs Koh Lanta - comprehensive comparison of 8 Thailand islands. Monthly costs, vibes, pros/cons, and which island matches your travel style.

📊 Cost of Living

January 15, 202529 min read

The Real Cost of Living in Thailand After 10 Years: A Long-Term Expat's Honest Reflection

Ten years ago, I landed in Bangkok with a one-way ticket and enough savings for six months. I'm still here. This is the unvarnished truth about what it really costs to build a life in Thailand—the evolution, the surprises, and the lessons learned through a decade of monsoons, motorbikes, and finding home 8,000 miles from where I started.

Thailand Packing List: What to Bring vs Buy There (2025)

📅 Travel Planning

February 10, 202519 min read

Thailand Packing List: What to Bring vs Buy There (2025)

After seven trips and countless packing mistakes, I've learned the hard truth: you need half what you think. Here's the real story of what to pack, what to skip, and what's actually cheaper to buy in Thailand.

Thailand Rainy Season: Is It Worth Visiting? (Honest Guide)

📅 Travel Planning

February 8, 20259 min read

Thailand Rainy Season: Is It Worth Visiting? (Honest Guide)

50% cheaper hotels, empty beaches, and it doesn't rain as much as you think. Here's the truth about visiting Thailand in monsoon season.

Best Time to Book Thailand Flights: Save $100-400 (2025 Guide)

📅 Travel Planning

February 5, 202523 min read

Best Time to Book Thailand Flights: Save $100-400 (2025 Guide)

The flight booking strategies I wish someone had told me before my first Thailand trip. Real stories, price discoveries, and the timing tricks that saved me hundreds.

Thailand Food Guide: What to Eat and What It Actually Costs (2025)

🍜 Food & Dining

January 30, 202516 min read

Thailand Food Guide: What to Eat and What It Actually Costs (2025)

From $1 street food to $50 fine dining - complete guide to Thai food with real prices, must-try dishes, and where to find the best meals at every budget.

Budget vs Luxury Thailand: What You Actually Get for Your Money

💰 Budget Travel

January 25, 202526 min read

Budget vs Luxury Thailand: What You Actually Get for Your Money

I've slept in $6 beach huts and $400 pool villas. Here's what I learned about finding your perfect Thailand travel style - and why the answer might surprise you.

Thailand Visa Guide 2025: DTV, Tourist, LTR - Which One Do You Need?

🛂 Visa & Immigration

January 22, 202521 min read

Thailand Visa Guide 2025: DTV, Tourist, LTR - Which One Do You Need?

Navigate Thailand's visa maze with confidence. From the game-changing DTV to classic tourist visas, here's what actually works in 2025 - told by someone who's been through it all.

Common Scams in Thailand 2025: How to Avoid Them (From 10 Years Experience)

🛡️ Scams & Safety

January 17, 202514 min read

Common Scams in Thailand 2025: How to Avoid Them (From 10 Years Experience)

The most common tourist scams in Thailand and exactly how to avoid them. Tuk-tuk scams, gem scams, taxi meter tricks, and more - with real prevention strategies.

Getting Your PADI Certification in Koh Tao: Where I Learned to Breathe Underwater

🎯 Activities

January 16, 202533 min read

Getting Your PADI Certification in Koh Tao: Where I Learned to Breathe Underwater

The first breath underwater changes everything. Here's why this tiny Thai island became the world's diving certification capital, what it's really like to learn to dive, and why you'll probably extend your stay.

🏝️ Islands

January 10, 202524 min read

Best Thai Islands for Digital Nomads in 2025

I've tested the WiFi, found the best cafes, and learned the hard way which islands actually work for remote work. Here's everything I wish I'd known before island-hopping with my laptop.

Chiang Mai vs Bangkok: Where to Base Yourself

🏙️ Cities

January 5, 202521 min read

Chiang Mai vs Bangkok: Where to Base Yourself

Two cities, two completely different souls. After a decade splitting time between Bangkok's electric chaos and Chiang Mai's mountain serenity, here's what it's really like to live in Thailand's most beloved cities.

Thailand Travel Blog

✨ Featured

How to Travel Thailand for 30 Days on $1,500 (Complete Itinerary)

10 Hidden Gems in Thailand Most Tourists Miss (2025)

Bangkok on $50 a Day: Complete Budget Breakdown (2025)

Chiang Mai Digital Nomad Guide 2025: Complete Cost Breakdown & Best Neighborhoods

Thailand Costs by Month: When to Visit for Best Prices (2025 Guide)

Thailand Island Comparison 2025: Which Island is Right for You? (8 Islands Compared)

The Real Cost of Living in Thailand After 10 Years: A Long-Term Expat's Honest Reflection

All Articles

Thailand Packing List: What to Bring vs Buy There (2025)

Thailand Rainy Season: Is It Worth Visiting? (Honest Guide)

Best Time to Book Thailand Flights: Save $100-400 (2025 Guide)

Thailand Food Guide: What to Eat and What It Actually Costs (2025)

Budget vs Luxury Thailand: What You Actually Get for Your Money

Thailand Visa Guide 2025: DTV, Tourist, LTR - Which One Do You Need?

Common Scams in Thailand 2025: How to Avoid Them (From 10 Years Experience)

Getting Your PADI Certification in Koh Tao: Where I Learned to Breathe Underwater

Best Thai Islands for Digital Nomads in 2025

Chiang Mai vs Bangkok: Where to Base Yourself

Thailand Travel Blog

✨ Featured

How to Travel Thailand for 30 Days on $1,500 (Complete Itinerary)

10 Hidden Gems in Thailand Most Tourists Miss (2025)

Bangkok on $50 a Day: Complete Budget Breakdown (2025)

Chiang Mai Digital Nomad Guide 2025: Complete Cost Breakdown & Best Neighborhoods

Thailand Costs by Month: When to Visit for Best Prices (2025 Guide)

Thailand Island Comparison 2025: Which Island is Right for You? (8 Islands Compared)

The Real Cost of Living in Thailand After 10 Years: A Long-Term Expat's Honest Reflection

All Articles

Thailand Packing List: What to Bring vs Buy There (2025)

Thailand Rainy Season: Is It Worth Visiting? (Honest Guide)

Best Time to Book Thailand Flights: Save $100-400 (2025 Guide)

Thailand Food Guide: What to Eat and What It Actually Costs (2025)

Budget vs Luxury Thailand: What You Actually Get for Your Money

Thailand Visa Guide 2025: DTV, Tourist, LTR - Which One Do You Need?

Common Scams in Thailand 2025: How to Avoid Them (From 10 Years Experience)

Getting Your PADI Certification in Koh Tao: Where I Learned to Breathe Underwater

Best Thai Islands for Digital Nomads in 2025

Chiang Mai vs Bangkok: Where to Base Yourself