Expat Experiences in Thailand


When considering a move to a new city, there is nothing more useful than hearing real life stories from other expats who are living there. Please contact us if you live or have lived in Thailand and would like to share your experience.



Rosanne Turner is a South African expat living in Koh Samui where she runs a TEFL school and writes for the local newspaper. She is relishing her adventure in the Land of Smiles, and has some great advice and insight for others looking to experience expat life in Thailand.


Palm Tree photoThe Stickman settled into Bangkok somewhat reluctantly, but has since travelled to nearly every niche of the nation, learned Thai and moved out into the suburbs with his local family. Despite his laid-back lifestyle he's never afraid to share an opinion, read his expat interview below.


Greg Jorgensen photoGreg Jorgensen is a Canadian expat ranting, raving, and just generally observing the madness that is Bangkok, Thailand. A city boy at heart, he moved to Thailand involuntary - he came for adventure and stayed when his money ran out. Read more about his expat experience in Thailand.



Malcolm Burgess left life in the States to live out his Golden Years in a stress-free, peaceful Thai village with his wife Ciejay. He couldn't be happier in his modest environment, and gives us a glimpse into expat life in the Thai countryside.


picture of graham nash - a spaniard living in ThailandGraham Nash identifies as a Spaniard with British blood. He left the charming cafés and the cheap wine of southern Spain and now finds himself teaching English in a small-town in the Thai countryside. These days he divides his time between indoctrinating the youth and lapping up the cool lake breezes. Read what expat insight Graham has to share.


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