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Recommended Expat Blogs: Bangkok
Everybody who has spent time in a different country knows that expat life is not quite like anything else in the world. The confusion of the first few days and weeks, the slow, but steady process of acclimation, the little peculiarities and quirks that might strike you about your new surroundings: almost any situation you encounter can make for a great story. If you are so inclined and want to blog about it, of course!
Our InterNations recommended blog section features talented expat bloggers from around the world. Their offerings to the blogosphere have been selected for their great entries and high quality, whether they may be funny, informative, interesting, deeply personal or a combination of all of the above.
Let’s hear from our featured bloggers in Bangkok:
Claire: Bangkok I Love You (Most of the Time)
Don’t worry if people laugh at you. This happens a lot but it doesn’t mean they are mocking you. It is just the Thai way of being friendly and respectful. It’s a tricky thing to get your head around, but it certainly makes life more cheery if you take it the way it was intended.
Sharon: The Serial Expat Diaries
One thing I do occasionally regret is that we did not have a lot of time to look into living in more authentic Thai areas. I love our community, it's wonderful to run and walk around the local lake and quiet streets but it is a more isolated area to live in compared to the hustle and bustle of city life.
Ruth: The Facetious Farang
There are many differences between life in Thailand and life back home in the Great Frozen North. One of the most obvious is that there is food EVERYWHERE in Bangkok. I never have to have a hangry (hungry + angry) moment again, much to my husband’s relief. It is also really easy and cheap to travel here – weekend beach getaways are simple.
Heather: Big Mango Journal
If I remember correctly, I did experience culture shock, but not to the extent that I’d expected. I always enjoy the first week or so back in Thailand, after visiting the US. It’s a sort of time “in between” when I see things with fresh eyes, as if visiting for the first time.
Suzie: 1 Life in Bangkok
A friend of mine promised her kids a pet when moving to Thailand. If possible, this is a nice idea to make the new life special. Lots of street dogs and cats are looking for a new home (checked by vets). Many condos, however, do not allow pets.
Anna: Bangkok Girl
Take the time to think about where you want to live. If possible, visit before actually moving out here. We picked somewhere close to where my boyfriend works and near a BTS station – trust me, you do not want to have far to walk in this heat!
Tamber: Bangkok By Bicycle
I think I’d recommend that people carefully figure out what type of lifestyle they want to live, and choose a neighborhood accordingly. Bangkok is a renter’s market, so no need to jump on the first thing you find. Also, take stock of your hobbies and see if you can connect with like-minded people before you come-it makes the transition easier if you have friends right away.
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