Although not a public holiday in Thailand, members of Thailand’s Chinese communities usually take at least one day off from work and engage themselves in various New Year activities.
Continue ReadingCost of One Bedroom Apartment Rentals Chiang Mai
Say you have a monthly income of between $750 – $1000 a month. I call you all Cat 2 RIPpers (Retirees In Paradise). What could a Cat 2 RIPper look forward to living in?
Continue ReadingRetireCheap.Asia Members Talk about Moving to Thailand
I interview a married couple who are members who made the leap to pack up and move to Thailand having never been here.
Continue ReadingJC Update — How Bruce Made it Back to Thailand to Retire Permanently
A lot of people say they are going to retire in an exotic place like Thailand but many never make it to their goal. What strategies could you use to make your dream a reality?
Continue ReadingThings to Do – Thailand International Balloon Festival 2012
There is always something happening in a Thai city like Chiang Mai. Seems like every weekend there is a festival or gathering.
Continue ReadingJC’s Day Trip to Samoeng 2012, Thailand
One of the most fun outdoor activities in northern Thailand is cruising around the country roads that wind through the hills around Chiang Mai. And people who like day trips from Chiang Mai will be …
Continue ReadingPart 1 – JC Interviews World Traveler, Sculptor and Part Time Chiang Mai Resident Jim McNalis
You might remember about a year ago I interviewed a friend, Jim McNalis. He is a great gut with many talents and interesting experiences.
Continue ReadingRealistic Expectations of the Category 1 Rentals in Chiang Mai
What do do really think you will get on a Category 1 budget for living accommodations? Are you shooting for the moon?
Continue ReadingChiang Mai — Excellent Beer and Italian Food for Category 2 RIPpers
I am happy when I find information fans might love or that I think is an exceptional value or maybe just a real treat.
Continue ReadingTake Your Date to a Restaurant They Will Enjoy!
Do you think your Thai friends are happy going to eat where you like to eat? Think again!!
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