Adventures of a girl on a budget
If you are a fan of rainbows, ponies, magical unicorns, or the color pink, then you will be thrilled to know there is a cafe in Bangkok devoted to all these things and more! I recently visited the Unicorn Cafe, located off Sathorn road near the Chong Nonsi BTS stop, and loved every minute I […] Read more…
Koh Lipe is a small island off the coast of Thailand that is part of the archipelago of Tarutao National Park. Originally settled by sea gypsies, it has retained its easy, laid back vibe. Surrounded by pristine clear, blue waters perfect for snorkeling, Koh Lipe is must for those seeking an exotic beach getaway. During […] Read more…
During a weekend getaway to Koh Lipe, I booked a last minute room at the Lipe Beach Resort. After reading good reviews online, I was glad I got a spot there. Koh Lipe is a small island with beautiful blue water and some of the nicest people I’ve met in Thailand. Read about my experience […] Read more…
Thailand is a relatively cheap country to live and work in. Before moving abroad, take a look at the breakdown of my monthly expenses as well as some up front costs you will have to budget for teaching in Thailand. My One Time Costs Program costs: $1,570 – I applied to teach in Thailand through a Chicago […] Read more…
Being away from family during the holiday season is never easy. Since I am currently teaching English abroad, I not only missed the holidays with my family but had to work on Christmas. It was a strange feeling and very different from what I am used to, but Christmas in Thailand turned out to be […] Read more…
Since I am living in Thailand this year, I did not get to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Luckily for me, I got the chance to celebrate Loy Krathong the day before, which was more magical than any Thanksgiving I have ever experienced. Keep reading to learn what this beautiful Thai holiday is all about! What is […] Read more…