Be like Anthony: Experience Baan Ar Jor Story of Unforgettable Friendship in Thailand

“You’ve got a friend in me” from the theme song of Toy Story Childhood is all about discovery, and few places offer as much opportunity for it as a world far from home, filled with the promise of new connections. The Baan Ar Jor Friendship Camp 2025, set against the sparkling turquoise backdrop of Phuket, […]
Be Like Anthony: Celebrate Halloween Traditions with Students While Teaching in Thailand

“Every choice we make can be a celebration of the world we want.” – Frances Moore Lappé Halloween, celebrated on October 31, is a holiday rich in history and brimming with festivity. Originating from ancient Celtic traditions, it has transformed over centuries into a modern celebration marked by costumes, candy, and community spirit. This blog […]
Be like Anthony: Explore Thailand’s Best Destinations for the Perfect Teaching Term Break

“Don’t wait for a vacation to enjoy life. Start to enjoy it now, today, wherever you are.” — Debasish Mridha Spending a teaching term break vacation can be refreshing and a much-needed respite from the energy of classroom life. Whether it’s a staycation, a trip to a new destination, or a productive break at home, […]
Be Like Anthony: Experience Thai Food Cuisine While Teaching in Pathum Thani, Thailand

“Laughter is brightest in the place where food is.” #IrishProverb Local Thai cuisine is renowned worldwide for its vibrant flavors, intricate balance of spices, and fresh ingredients. Local foods reveal an even richer tapestry of regional diversity. For many visitors who come to teach in Thailand, food becomes a joyful part of their daily experience, […]
Be Like Heather: Fall in Love with Teaching in Thailand and Make It Home—How 6 Months Became 3 Years Already

What was intended to be a brief chapter of adventure has turned into something much more meaningful. Thailand feels like home in a way I never thought possible in those initial weeks and months. There are a million and one reasons to love life here. From the kind-hearted people, to the exciting work culture, the […]
Be Like Jeff: Don’t Let Doubt Hold You Back—Start Teaching in Thailand and Live the BFITS Dream (Part 2)

If you are reading this, please note that this is Part 2 of my two-part series on ‘Don’t Let Doubt Hold You Back—Start Teaching in Thailand and Live the BFITS Dream.’ Please read Part 1 first for important details and back-story. When I left you last, I had informed you that I was working for […]
Be Like Jeff: Don’t Let Doubt Hold You Back—Start Teaching in Thailand and Live the BFITS Dream (Part 1)

Where do I start? Do you think I am referring to this story, this article? I am actually thinking about all those years ago. When I decided to teach in Thailand. I needed to know how to get started. You might be asking yourself the same question. Of course, it begins with research. You are […]
Be like Anthony: Energize Your Classroom with Engaging Resources for the New Term

Preparation is an essential component of success in any endeavor. Whether you’re an athlete training for a competition, a student preparing for exams, a professional gearing up for a major presentation, or a teacher for an interactive lesson, preparation lays the foundation for achieving your goals. It not only builds confidence, reduces anxiety, enhances performance, […]
BFITS | Reflecting on 2024 to Welcome a Brighter Future

“Memory is the diary that we all carry about with us.” — Oscar Wilde As we approach the end of 2024, it is the perfect moment to reflect on a year brimming with milestones, lessons, and transformative experiences. From the classrooms to the auditoriums and from individual achievements to collective leadership, this year has been […]
Be like Hannah: Reflecting on My First 6 Months of Teaching & Living in Thailand

It has been said that when the fear of staying the same outweighs the fear of change, that is when we change. This was the position I found myself in as I decided to pack my life into two suitcases and boarded my one-way flight to Thailand in October of 2023. I was twenty-two and […]