sledpullric
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Registration: 02 June 2015
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Common misconceptions and clichés about life in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Old clichés die hard, as the saying goes... and living in Thailand can generate lots of misconceptions in the eyes of the people. What are the most common misconceptions about the expat lifestyle in Thailand? What are the ...
The Thai improvement in English. English is the go to language for all of visitors from all over the world here. In Panama, and Costa Rica you need to probably know some Spanish. I am learning a little bit of Thai for various courtesies in store ... Read More
Customer care in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Thailand and ...
If get great service I continue to utilize their services and tip appropriately: Great dentist finally found-gave up on three. Great Massage Therapist-immaculately clean, air-conditioned,knowledgeable and eloquent English. Tried many before-poor ... Read More
Your new local habits in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Thailand is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Thailand? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate ...
In Thailand, able to choose fresh fruits and vegetables daily from the morning market. Able to immerse yourself in fresh herbs and spices to assist with your health protection. Fresh ginger and curcumin (turmeric) is ingested daily. Going to bed ... Read More
Sports in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Thailand? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
Couple of games that have been re-popularized in the US are kickball for adults. Big time leagues now with world series in Vegas. Another is dodge ball that has become really popular with adults even more so since the movie with Ben Stiller was ... Read More
Sports in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Thailand? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
Baseball equipment at Lazada Thailand. Free shipping. Read More
Sports in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Thailand? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
I cycle to a chin up bar down the street from me 4-5 times per week when the shade is just right. Would like to see more Move Strong Outdoor Fitness Systems in place throughout Thailand. There are no badminton/pickleball courts locally. Missed ... Read More
Sports in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Thailand? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
I am hopeful that rock climbing will become more popular here in Khao Kalok which is near Hua Hin. Just found a rock face at the mountain namesake and a sign for Khao Kalok Climbing Camp. There is a movie being filmed there right now! Read More
Sports in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Thailand? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
In Hua Hin and Chiang Mai, the fastest growing 51 year old sport is pickleball played at beautiful True Arena in Hua Hin and a beautiful garden park in Chiang Mai. For more information or help in starting a club in your area go to Hua Hin ... Read More
Expand your social circle in Thailand by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Thailand means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop ...
Luckily in Hua Hin we have Pickleball which acts as our common denominator for players from many countries in Europe, several USA states, Canada, Australia, etc. Read More
Pickleball Players needed by thorpel
My wife and I have recently relocated here from Washington state. We are looking for pickleball players. We have paddles, balls and a portable net. We play here in San Ramon on basketball and tennis courts. Tony and Celeste
I never made it to Costa Rica! I went back to Thailand. We have a group of 40-60 in Hua Hin with 3 venues (2 indoors and 1 outdoors) totaling 8 courts. All pickleball players are welcome to visit anytime. Read More
Essentials to live in Thailand by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Thailand, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Thailand? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
You can also order things you need from Lazada.com They are Thailand's answer to Amazon. Free shipping and great prices and orders filled expeditiously. If you are a man with a size 12 or more bring as many pairs as possible. Hard to find in my ... Read More
Pickleball Players needed by thorpel
My wife and I have recently relocated here from Washington state. We are looking for pickleball players. We have paddles, balls and a portable net. We play here in San Ramon on basketball and tennis courts. Tony and Celeste
Looks like January! We have so many players from the European Union, UK, Australia, SE Asia here in Hua Hin, Thailand even now in low season. I am going to the States in August and will play there. Don't want to go into Pickleball withdrawal ... Read More
Pickleball Players needed by thorpel
My wife and I have recently relocated here from Washington state. We are looking for pickleball players. We have paddles, balls and a portable net. We play here in San Ramon on basketball and tennis courts. Tony and Celeste
When will you get to Lake Arenal? I want to play! Great sport! Read More