Hi, I'm new to Thailand, but not to Expat-hood

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Rachaelbao New member

Member since 19 March 2017

RachaelbaoNew member19 March 2017 07:59:29

Hi, everyone. I've been in Chiangmai for a week and very fortunate to have met some expats both at my hostel and at a local pub trivia.
I've lived long-term in (Nanchang) China and short-term in Seoul, Hong Kong, Macau (and also Wuhan, Hanzhou, Jingdezhen and Zhuhai.) I've visited a dozen other cities, namely...well I don't remember them all.
I've been to Thailand for two weeks on a work conference (in 2009) and stayed in Chiang Mai. It's very nice to be back here, where it's just as friendly, hot and peaceful as I remember.

I've found, as a career expat, that maintaining supportive social connections is an essential part of success. Especially since my day job is 90% face-to-face with children and screens, it's important to talk to adults and have fun in order to continue doing a good job.

So, can't wait to meet all of you cool folks here.

Ruffian Dick Serial expat

Member since 15 March 2017

Ruffian DickSerial expat21 March 2017 16:31:05

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Welcome Rachael! Are you a teacher in Mai?

Rachaelbao New member

Member since 19 March 2017

RachaelbaoNew member22 March 2017 07:39:51

Good guess. I'm a teacher in Lopburi, but I was recommended to come up here to CM until the new term starts.

sujoge Active member

Member since 14 September 2016

sujogeActive member22 March 2017 07:58:01

Hey welcome, is your work geared to Locals, and expat. Or just locals, or just expats. I will be running the expat ladies luncheon here. If this group of people might help you let me know.

Rachaelbao New member

Member since 19 March 2017

RachaelbaoNew member22 March 2017 08:03:08

Oh, Hi. My work is geared towards locals.

1337events New member

Member since 02 June 2016

1337eventsNew member23 March 2017 05:59:05

There are lots of events coming up that you might be interested in if you are looking to meet some locals. Actually there is one this Saturday and I thought I would share it here as well. It's a wine pairing event and the details are in the events section. Feel free to message me for more info.

Kind Regards,
Jerry Ambrose

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