Teach Abroad Blog

Coming halfway across the world to begin something new can be scary for anybody, but can seem especially overwhelming for someone who is introverted. Coming from an introvert, the questions...keep reading

Welcome to my home in Khon Kaen, Thailand. I am fortunate enough to live directly across the street from my school, which makes for a very easy commute. CIEE and...keep reading

I am a participant in the professional program in Thailand. I have been living and teaching in Khon Kaen for the last 9 months.Khon Kaen is located in the Isan...keep reading

How to Enjoy the Outdoors in Thailand Thailand is a beautiful country. It’s got mountains. It’s got jungles. It’s got beaches. It’s got it all. It’s got so much you...keep reading

I am 5’9’, platinum blonde, and white. To say I stand out in Northeast Thailand is an understatement. There are some perks of this. I always feel safe because I...keep reading

Wildlife in Thailand Thailand is an exotic place filled with exotic plants and animals. As a result, there is a thriving animal tourism industry to see tigers, elephants, and monkeys...keep reading

How to Combat Homesickness in Thailand Even though teaching in Thailand keeps you pretty busy, you will definitely experience downtime. Most schools finish between 4 pm and 5 pm, which...keep reading

How to Find an Apartment in Thailand and What to Expect Living as a teacher in Thailand is different from traveling because you live there. Unlike transient traveler in and...keep reading

Best Day Trips from Nakhon Phanom Wherever you get placed in Thailand, there is always something for you to do. We got placed in a remote section of North East...keep reading

My two reasons for coming to Thailand were to be able to travel around Southeast Asia and to grow as an educator. Being a teacher is part of my identity,...keep reading