Monthly Archives: November 2010

Dan Singkhon Thai Immigration Closed

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Mike

Since I need to complete my 90 day report(by 5th December) for my retirement extension to my visa I visited the local Thai immigration office at Dan Singkhon this morning only to find that the office is now closed and … Continue reading →

Posted in 90 Day Report, 90 Day Report by Post, Thailand Visa | 7 Comments

Win iPhone Apps-Thailand Quiz

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Mike

Well I have been away in Bangkok for a few days and despite my good intentions my blogging has been on the back burner due to commitments to the Medical Blog Contest. However your support as always has been fantastic … Continue reading →

Posted in Living in Thailand, Trivia | Leave a comment

Thailand Blogs Wanted for Book Review

Posted on November 20, 2010 by Mike

The editor, of the forthcoming “To Thailand with Love” travel guide, Nabanita Dutt, has asked me to compile a short piece on five top Thailand blogs that I would recommend for inclusion in the guide. The only caveat is that … Continue reading →

Posted in Tourist Information, Visiting Thailand | 14 Comments

How to make a Krathong

Posted on November 17, 2010 by Mike

The Thai festival of Loi Krathong is celebrated this week in Thailand. Officially its Sunday 21st November 2010, but different provinces and towns tend to do their own thing with some celebrations already under-way. Since I have already written a … Continue reading →

Posted in Festivals & Celebrations, Loy Krathong, Thai Culture | 8 Comments

Your Support Appreciated

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Mike

I know I said I wouldn’t mention being a finalist in the Thailand Medical Tourism Blog Contest again but I really do need your support. So one final(I promise) post about the competition and how you can help me win … Continue reading →

Posted in Expat Diary, Healthcare, Medical Tourism | 13 Comments

Thai Drivers Licence-Five Year

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Mike

In order to drive legally in Thailand long term residents are required to apply for a Thai drivers licence. The initial licence is valid for one year after which you need to apply for a five year licence.  This is … Continue reading →

Posted in Driving, Licence, Living in Thailand | 3 Comments

Ao Manao

Posted on November 14, 2010 by Mike

In my opinion Ao Manao is one of Thailand’s secret treasures, a small part of the country that remains largely unseen by visitors. Pristine golden sand in a beautiful sheltered bay almost enclosed by craggy limestone outcrops. A backdrop that … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Tourist Information, Unseen Thailand | 8 Comments

Dan Singkhon

Posted on November 11, 2010 by Mike

Yesterday I had to visit the Thai immigration post at Dan Singkhon and since it was a pleasant day, once I had finished my business we decided to continue along the road to the Thai/Myanmar border which is the location … Continue reading →

Posted in Flora and Fauna, Markets, Visiting Thailand | 6 Comments

Thailand Medical Tourism Blog Contest-Finalist

Posted on November 9, 2010 by Mike

You may remember that back in September I entered the Thailand Medical Tourism Blog Contest being run by the Tourist Authority of Thailand(TAT). Well I can now tell you that I have  been selected as one of the twelve finalists … Continue reading →

Posted in Healthcare, Medical Tourism | 19 Comments

Nang Nak Thai Ghost Story

Posted on November 7, 2010 by Mike

Recently I watched the Thai movie called Nang Nak(Miss Nak). Although I am not a huge fan of Thai films I do find them useful for Thai language learning particularly some older films where the dialogue is often limited and … Continue reading →

Posted in Buddhism, Superstition, Thai Ghosts and Spirits | 4 Comments