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Revised Packing List
Trying to figure out what to pack for Thailand and wished for a more comprehensive list? Here is what I brought from home, what I could have done without, and what I wished I brought. Hope this helps!
Understanding Thai School Culture: Two Weeks in Pattaya
Those who have traveled to other countries have encountered culture shock before. It may be realizing that you pay for water at a restaurant or public restroom. Culture shock may... keep reading
How to Survive (and Thrive) During your First Week as a Teacher in Thailand
Starting a new job is difficult no matter where you are. Starting a new job and moving across the world comes with a new set of factors and challenges. The... keep reading
My Decision to Teach English in Thailand and Why You Should Too
Hello lovely readers! I’m Isabel and I’m thrilled to be using this platform to share my journey moving abroad to teach English in Thailand. After graduating from the University of... keep reading
All About Orientation!
Some information about my first few days in Thailand and what future teachers can expect!
Expect the Unexpected
As I am nearing the end of my journey in Thailand, I am feeling all the feels and I also feel like giving generic advice on how to travel and... keep reading
In's and Out's of Planning Trips: My Resources, Tips, and Tricks
The question everyone wants the answer to: what is your life like in Thailand when you’re not teaching? The truth is that it is a whole lot of travel! Travel... keep reading
Thai Children's Day: A Recap!
One holiday that is celebrated in Thailand that isn’t celebrated back in the US is what they call Children’s Day. Children’s Day is celebrated on the 14th of January which... keep reading
Muay Thai Training Camp
For the end of 2022, I wanted to try something different and really dive deeper into Thai culture. So during my Christmas break - I booked 4 days and 4... keep reading
A Guide to Eating Thai Food
The number one biggest struggle for me since arriving in Thailand has been adjusting to the food. I have now been here for over two months and my stomach has... keep reading
Itinerary: 3-Day Weekend in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is one of the more popular cities among travelers in Thailand located in the North and after visiting, I can attest that it is for good reason. The... keep reading
Weekend Warrior - How to Plan a Weekend Trip
Have a three day weekend? Do you want to be a “weekend warrior”? Better yet - want to explore your new home? Here are the steps I go through to... keep reading
First Impressions: All Things Thailand Edition! Recommendations for your First Month in Thailand
Now that I have been living in Thailand for about a month now, I feel like I have had an adequate amount of time to make my first impressions about... keep reading