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Living in Thailand
Last updated on Feb 10, 2022
Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees talk about what it is really like living in Thailand. They offer advice about meeting people, cost of living, finding a home and more.
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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Thailand Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Thailand on our Thailand forum - meet people, get advice and help others.
Thailand Index
An index of all of our site's Thailand information.
Contribute
Help others in Thailand by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Thailand.
Healthcare & Health Insurance in Thailand
Expats in Thailand offer advice about healthcare, hospital visits, emergency rooms visits, finding a doctor and buying health insurance in Thailand.
Members Talk about Healthcare & Health Insurance in Thailand
Expats in Thailand offer advice about healthcare in Thailand.
Pros & Cons of Living in Thailand
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what digital nomads & expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Thailand.
Cost of Living in Thailand
Digital Nomads & Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Thailand.
Digital Nomads in Chiang Mai, Thailand
The number of people interested in becoming a digital nomad continues to grow, and Chiang Mai is considered by many to be one of the top destinations in the World. Find out why this city in Northern Thailand is so alluring to digital nomads throughout the world.
7 Healthcare & Health Insurance Tips for Expats in Thailand
Expats in Thailand share tips and advice about healthcare and health insurance in Thailand. Advice about hospitals in Thailand, the availability of prescription medicines, using Tricare in Thailand and more.
6 Things to Know Before Moving to Thailand
Moving to Thailand requires a lot of research. There are many important considerations, and expats.already living in Thailand are the best source of information. Here are some tips to help you explore whether or not moving to Thailand is right for you.
5 Tips for Living in Bangkok
Expats living in Bangkok enjoy a bustling city that is the most populous city in Thailand. Over the last several decades Bangkok has become an important regional business hub for Southeast Asia.
Paradise Beach in Phuket, Thailand
International Health InsuranceGet a quote for health insurance from our partner, Allianz Care.
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Thailand Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Thailand on our Thailand forum - meet people, get advice and help others.
Thailand Index
An index of all of our site's Thailand information.
Contribute
Help others in Thailand by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Thailand.
Healthcare & Health Insurance in Thailand
Expats in Thailand offer advice about healthcare, hospital visits, emergency rooms visits, finding a doctor and buying health insurance in Thailand.
Members Talk about Healthcare & Health Insurance in Thailand
Expats in Thailand offer advice about healthcare in Thailand.
Pros & Cons of Living in Thailand
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what digital nomads & expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Thailand.
Cost of Living in Thailand
Digital Nomads & Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Thailand.
5 Tips for Living in Bangkok
Expats living in Bangkok enjoy a bustling city that is the most populous city in Thailand. Over the last several decades Bangkok has become an important regional business hub for Southeast Asia.
5 Great Places to Retire in Asia
We asked expats.and searched our forums for recommendations about where to retire in Asia. We pinpointed countries with affordable costs of living and have five great retirement locations. Please add your recommendations in the comments section!
Guides to Cities in Thailand
Bangkok
Chiang Mai
Hua Hin
Pattaya
Phuket
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