@Ruffian Dick
American expat in Thailand
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About me
American, Married with children
Lives in Chiang Mai
Speaks English, a bit of Japanese and French, working on Thai.
Registration: 15 March 2017
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Want to know more about living in Chaing Mai. by Wulf Lin
How big is the Singaporean expat community in Chiangmai Mai, what is the average cost of living, also about housing.
Numbeo is a good start: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/compare_cities.jsp?country1=Thailand&country2=Singapore&city1=Chiang+Mai&city2=Singapore&tracking=getDispatchComparison Read More
What's changing in Thailand after the COVID-19 crisis by Veedushi
Hello everyone, I hope you're doing well. As the Editorial Team of Expat.com, our aim is to provide you with fresh and up-to-date information about the COVID-19 crisis in your host country. You might be expecting a lot of changes following the ...
I'm not sure if any country is truly "post-COVID19" yet. Read More
The lessons of the crisis in Thailand by Loïc
Hello everyone, While there is still a certain amount of uncertainty in our lives, the situation seems to be beginning to change in Thailand and globally. We have had to show courage, tenacity and even ingenuity in many areas, in the way we ...
Well, I've learned I'm not bored easily. And some people's patience is not as broad as they think. :) I gotta say, that I am proud of the way that the Kingdom has handled this plague. Read More
Chiang Mai : Would love any advice on a good area to live by hoistman
Hi I currently live in Rayong. Next year we plan to spend at least six months in Chaing Mai. I intend to visit shortly. Would love any advice on a good area to live. Preferably somewhere where it is easy to get into town, but fairly ...
HI Hoistman. I'm currently living in Mae Hia, which is south of the old town on 108, a mile or so to the south. It's much less congested here, we have a variety of shopping opportunities, easy to get to things, etc. The airport's very ... Read More
Chiang Mai air pollution by GuestPoster5892
Hi, we are planning to pick Chiang Mai as our retirement city, but heard the city is covered by heavy smog EVERY YEAR between the months of March and April, if it is true, is this a big issue for the local residents ? how serious is the air ...
It depends on how sensitive you are to a bit of smog. If you grew up in LA in the 60's for instance, you might feel right at home, although the smoke is sourced mostly thru forest fires. Read More
Retiree for Chiang Mai? by Janehunt
Hi, I live on the Gold Coast and am a retiree in Australia, thinking seriously of coming to Chiang Mai to retire so I would love to hear from anyone who has done the big shift! I will be making a trip there just after Christmas, and it would be ...
Hello, I've been quiet on this board for a long time. I've been living retired in Chiang Mai for at least two years now, and I love it. Read More
Eyeglasses by Falangette
Help ! Does anyone know what happened to Vision Center on Rathviti Rd ? We drove by yesterday and it looked closed for good !!! They are the BEST for glasses prescriptions .
It’s open. I just went there. I got a pic but can’t upload. Read More
Patio (terrace) furniture by janvranckx
Where can I buy (European (US) standard) Patio (terrace) furniture in Chiangmai ? I went already to different stores but the quality and choice is very low (Concept, bangkok furniture, etc...).
I'm not sure what you mean by "European (US) standard". I picked up a table and two chairs at Baan and Beyond. Perfectly acceptable. Remember that these are probably built in the same factory in China as the furniture you buy in the ... Read More
Retirement visa by Pete152
Do i need a permanent address in Thailand to put on my Retirement visa for Canberra or can i just put my hotel address? Also whats rhe best method of finding a condo in Thailand given that i cant speak Thai.
You should have a TM30. Use the address on that. Read More
Receiving a package from the uk to Chiangmai by Pstonex
Hi all, I’ve just moved to Chiangmai and will be staying here for 6 months. This week I was planing to purchase a new laptop, but ideally I do need an English keyboard so I am planning to have one shipped from the uk to Chiangmai. My dad has ...
Most hotels will receive mail. Have you looked at laptops in Thailand? I don't see any lack of "English" (QWERTY) keyboards. Another way to do it, is if there is someone visiting, they can bring the laptop as checked luggage or ... Read More
Eyeglasses by Falangette
Help ! Does anyone know what happened to Vision Center on Rathviti Rd ? We drove by yesterday and it looked closed for good !!! They are the BEST for glasses prescriptions .
I was there just recently! Maybe before you were there, obviously. :? They actually sold me a pair of contacts that were terrible; I shouldn't blame them though. Later I took my prescription to a place at the Airport Plaza Mall and I found ... Read More
Living cost by MKeil52
Hello everyone, I am looking to get some ideas as to the cost of living in Pattaya. I would like an estimate as to water, electric, cable, and internet I plan on retiring there soon and just want to get an idea. I have checked out some rental ...
Try this: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Pattaya Read More
Bringing pets to Thailand by RDMTULSA
My wife & I will be relocating and retiring in Chiang Mai in March 2019. We will bring our pet dog (Labrador Retriever). Are there any exPats in Chiang Mai who have relocated their pet(s) from the USA to Chiang Mai?
I arrived with my cat. We didn't use any service. I got a ticket with Korean Air, since I understood I could bring him into the cabin with me. But no, he was too FAT and needed to be stowed in the baggage hold. It's not really the baggage ... Read More
Haggling prices in markets by aussieb
Hi all, I am coming to Thailand next month. I haves a general question about haggling price with store owners in markets. Not department stores. Is haggling accepted in Thai markets? Is there a rule of thumb? I lived in China for three years ...
It doesn't hurt to ask, especially if you make the offer in a playful mood. Read More
"Too much load will kill you" by Dalas Pearl
Now what? I have been here in Thailand for almost 5 months now and I am still on my adjustment period. This has been my dream before to experience teaching abroad and tries how to live away from my family. So far Im still holding on but over the ...
I wouldn't be afraid of losing a job that stresses me out and makes me miserable. There are lots of jobs out there. Read More