Category: Thailand
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The Headache of Buying Cosmetics in Thailand
Moving abroad has been a huge problem for my beauty product consumer habits. If you have ever been to Asia, you will understand what I’m talking about. First – EVERYTHING is formulated for “Asian Skin”. Nobody really knows what that means, but they use those words as a marketing ploy. “Asian” is a broad term…
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Life as a Hotel Employee in Thailand
Respect of the local culture you work in is SO important. You cannot successfully challenge the work ethic of people who have more seniority than you in the company. If you push people too hard in Thailand, they will quit and go to a company that will not push so hard.
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10 Ways to Eat (& Drink) on a Budget in Phuket
It’s no secret that Phuket is the most expensive province in Thailand. Tourists rarely notice the difference because Phuket is still much more cost effective than many other destinations, but when you plan to be here for an extended period of time, those late night runs to Burger King sure do add up! If you’re…
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Corruption in Thailand
Corruption in Thailand, especially Phuket, is increasingly blasted on local news. However, as a foreigner, I’ve only benefitted from corruption.
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Sneaky Way to Save Money on Sunscreen
What’s the difference in these two products? Left bottle – 150 THB SPF 25 Moisturizing 240 ml Squeeze bottle Marketed as lotion Right bottle – 400 THB SPF 30 Moisturizing 140 ml Spray bottle Marketed as sunscreen Both are produced by the trustworthy brand, Nivea and can be found at various store around Phuket. Aside…
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Day at the Thai Market
Outside markets can be found all over the world, but every country offers a different local twist. The markets in Thailand are my second favorite after Japan. There are markets all over Phuket every day of the week. They typically take place at temples, mosques or in fields allocated for this purpose. I frequent the…
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Floating Bungalows in Khao Sok National Park, Thailand
Last February, we decided to get away for the weekend in Khao Sok National Park. I had been putting off going due to the assumed backpacker atmosphere i.e. no air conditioning, local food, no luxurious hotels, etc. Don’t get me wrong, I’m okay to rough it every once in a while, but when you live…
Angela Killian 