New members of the Thailand forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024

@Julien

hi im tony im 55 years old and looking to move to thailand for work and to find a long term thai gilfriend possibly marriage.

last november i had a 2 week holiday on coconut island near phuket and fell in love with the people and the country,im  also coming over this november to the same place.

i would like meet up with some expats on my visit this year and discuss about moving out to thailand permanently

tony

Hello and Greetings!

My name is Geoffrey, and I will be visiting Thailand in mid-June with my uncle, mainly in the Pattaya area. Previously I lived in Thailand and worked as a teacher. It's a great country for sure. I hope to return one day. I enjoy meeting new people so if you want to meet for coffee at T21, feel free to message me!

Cheers,

Geoffrey

Indeed it’s a very beautiful country  i have been there for a couple of years and loved it so much

@Julien Hey Julien, i am Jan from Germany i plan to Move 2026 to Nakhon si Tammarat.

The idea is long ago but now i decide to start to prepair.

Greetings Jan

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Hi

Interested for my son

How many bed and bath? fully furnitured? All cooking utensils?

thanks

@Julien

Hi!

My name is Mike Klein.

I am retiring from the Canadian navy after 34.5 year and will be moving to Patong beach end of October.

Just sorting through all the visa requirements at this time!

Cheers,

Mike

Hi,

Been traveling three years with my 98 year old mother. This might be the end of the road.  Looking for advice.

Loui

Hello Loui Bee,

Welcome to Expat.com

Would you like to discuss a specific topic, such as the healthcare system, insurance, or anything else?

Feel free to ask your questions.

Have you been to Thailand before?

Cheers,

Cheryl

Expat.com team

@Julien

Hi everyone, I’m Steeven from Italy. I fell in love with Thailand some years ago when I came there for the first time…since then I dream to settle in Thailand, but of course I need to find a good job first so that I can finally realize my dream.

@Steeven88

Welcome on board Steeven !

Hope you'll be successful in moving to Thailand !

For a good start, I would recommend that you read the Living in Thailand guide for expatsand that you open a new thread on the Thailand forum to seek advice from members.

Have you been learning Thai ?

All the best

Bhavna

I started learning Thai, but I’m still at the beginning

Hey Guys & Gals,

Aussie here been in Thailand 3 years, married, living the dream.

Remote experience in high ticket Sales and Projects Management.

Cheers

@Julien

Hi i am Bruce from Australia have been living on Thailand for about 18 months currently in chaiyaphum province kaeng khro am starting a bar /restaurant with swimming pool.once i have the company set-up completed.is anyone else concerned about Thailand's proposal to tax all foreign income no matter if it is brought into Thailand or not

My name is Dave, from the UK and living in Malaysia. Interested to get some tips on Thailand been to Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Ayuthaya. Be good to hear of some good tips of places to visit as not far away.

Also Thailand is an option for retirement probably there or Indonesia. Would probably be thinking either Chiang Mai, Koh Samui or Phuket (probably Bang Tao, Rawai or Phuket Town) if Thailand. Be good to get insight on that might be somewhere not thought of.

Also good get tips of good places to visit when over - food, live music etc. Was reading a good interview from Goldie who lives in Phuket the other day for example where he mentioned a good pub and jazz venue. Probably others here could give some similar tips for Bangkok and Chiang Mai.

@Julien

Hi All,

My name is Dave. I live in Malaysia with my Indonesian wife I am from UK. I have joined here because we are not sure whether to retire in Indonesia, Malaysia or Thailand so good to get insight to decide even though not for a while yet lol.

Also interested get good tips places Thailand to go as nearby country. Been to Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Chiang Mai but be interesting find some hidden gems as it were.

@Julien

HI, I’m Andrew.

Currently in Thailand for around the 4th time. Love this place. I’m originally from UK.

It’s only now during this visit that I’m getting ideas of moving here for a year or so for work.

I’m an IT/Business project management consultant with around 15 years experience.

I havent started looking for jobs yet, and this is only an idea right now. I’m a methodical person and would not make any knee jerk decisions based on a whim or nostalgia.

Does anyone have any advice for me. I think if i landed a job in the right place I could really add value and hit the ground running as I have a lot of experience in challenging and delivery driven corporate environments.

I’m literally at point zero and would like some advice if anyone has any.

Thanks a lot,

Andy Mc

@Julien hello.my name is Jennifer.i am from china Hongkong.i have 4 years old son.because he will go thailand to study.so i want to find a work in bangkok.i can speak English,chinese,and cantonese.i don't know thai.i grauduate in singapore diploma.i was work in chidcare for  one year in singapore.and i was work for three months HR assistant.i want to find a teacher and Hr assistant in bangkok.another work i also can try.i hope can give me a chance in bangkok.thanks!

@Julien Hi my name is Phil. I have lived here for the last 12 years and am married and have a stepson who is 23. I live near Korat but as I am confined to a wheelchair now and have only one friend who I see about once a month altrhough we talk on the phone every 2 or 3 days. I have been married to my wife for 16 years now having got married in Australia. I am pleased to have found this site and to talk to other expats.

@Philpim

Welcome on board Phil !

Feel free to explore the forum and have a look at the different threads : Thailand forum

If you want to share your insights on any topic, you are most welcome !

All the best

Bhavna

Hello all,

I'm Dragos, 58 yrs old, a Romanian Canadian citizen, living in Vancouver BC Canada for 31 years, and looking to explore the possibilities of moving to the Phuket area, including Krabi, Koh Samui.

Please be assured that any information will be sincerely appreciated.

Dragos

My name is Peytyn Willborn, and I am an experienced restaurant professional with over 10 years of experience in the food service industry. After spending a decade in Chicago, where I honed my skills in restaurant management, customer service, and culinary arts, I am excited to embark on a new venture—opening a taco restaurant in Thailand.

Throughout my career, I have developed a deep passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and have a strong background in various aspects of the restaurant business, including menu development, staff training, and operations management. I have always been driven by a desire to create spaces where people can come together over great food, and now I am eager to bring a taste of authentic, flavorful tacos to the vibrant culinary scene in Thailand.

Moving from Chicago to Thailand represents a significant and exciting chapter in my life. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to introduce a unique taco concept that combines traditional Mexican flavors with a modern twist, catering to both locals and tourists. My goal is to create a restaurant that not only serves delicious food but also offers an inviting and memorable dining experience.

With my extensive background in the industry and a passion for culinary innovation, I am confident that my taco restaurant will be a valuable addition to Thailand’s diverse food culture. I look forward to contributing to the local community and sharing my love for great food with a new audience.

Hi my name is Greg and I'll be moving back to Bangkok, with my family, after a 10 year break of living elsewhere. Very much looking forward to arriving next week!

@Julien hello! my name is Stephanie  im from the United States  My partner and I came to Thailand in October 2023  I work remotely and spend most days walking around Jomtien, where we live. I’m looking to make some friends to explore Thailand, find activities, and explore nature and culture  I love international travel as well  I’ll be going to Penang Island in the next couple of months  I don't drink, and looking to make friends without hanging out in bars 

i hope to connect soon!

Steph

Hello all,

My name is trey. Im a retired US veteran and I plan on moving to Thailand next year. I visited Pattaya over 12 times when I was stationed in Japan and I plan on moving there once I'm done with school. Looking to meet new friends and learn more about other expats and future expats.

Hello trey092001,

Welcome to Expat.com

If you have any questions, please start a new thread on the Thailand forum.

Cheers,

Cheryl

Expat.com team

Hello, my name is Fluke, I'm Thai, 31 years old. I can help you. If you need information or advice on anything, I'm happy to help.

What's in a name peple😜😜

@Julien

Hello, my name is Michael.  I am from Austin Texas.  This is my first exploration trip to Thailand.  i have been looking to move to thailand for the past year and finally decided to take a trip.  I am staying in Chon Buri area and am considering renting a condo in Pattaya.  I need something with a good gym, covered parking, close to the beach and access to shopping.  i would like to be in a more luxury condo.  i only need a one bedroom unit for myself.  Does anyone have a recommendation?  there are so many options it is hard to decide.  Maybe pointing me to a good expat realtor might help.  i could also use advice on the best banks to use.  thank you in advance for all inputs. 

-@Mrollins58

Banks?? This is Thailand and you are not a resident.... good luck with that

Anyway, I guess you did an extensive search before you ended up with Pattaya...

Hello @Julien

And hi everyone! I’m Katya Bulgakova, and I’ve been living and working in beautiful Koh Samui since 2011. As a professional photographer and makeup artist, I specialize in capturing life’s most precious moments—whether it’s a stunning wedding on the beach, a romantic couple’s shoot, or a family vacation in paradise. I’m passionate about creating images that tell stories and reflect the natural beauty of the island, while helping my clients feel their absolute best. Koh Samui has been an incredible place to grow both personally and professionally, and I’m excited to share my journey and work with all of you!

@ronpitelka

Ron..

Another old guy here, 72 from Boston.

Going to Thailand to check it out

I've been to Pattaya years ago while younger

loved Walking Street but don't want to rent a condo there, too crazy 24/7.

Have heard that south of Pattaya has some nice beaches places to stay and is within a tuk-tuk to the action.

If ya didn't live where your at now, which beach area would you move to?

Just checking out the places for a future move?

Hopefully your health is improving.

Thanks

John

@Julien

Where is the blank form to post to?

A little slow on the head, sorry

I've responded to a person but can't figure out where to post

Thanks

Slow headed Newbie

@bostonhomer

Hello and welcome !

Your post has been published. Well done !

In fact, you are already writing in the blank post.

Regards

Bhavna

@Katya Bulgakova   Hello,  My wife and I have been in Thailand for 10 years. I would love to see some of your photos of the landscape and coastline.  Am looking for the pictures I can have framed to hang on our walls.    Patrick

@bostonhomer  Hua Hin is a nice place to live, plenty of beaches, nite life, restaurants and friendly people. Lots of expats are living there.  A mixture of family's and retired Expats from around the world.  Patrick

@adsy1981  Hello, we have retired to Thailand since 2013 we came from California.  I have been wanting to visit Melbourne for some time.  I would love to get some suggestions on where to stay for a few weeks or a month.  We would like a modern building with a pool and walking distance to restaurants and transportation a view would be a plus.  We can pay 1500-2000 for the month. I would really apprecate any help you can provide me. In return I can help you with Thailand.    Patrick

@thailand4me

Hello nice to meet you too.

You can see some of my work here : bulgakovaphoto.com

@Bhavna

Thanks

@thailand4me

Thanks for the info

Have to check it out come December