Be like Chris: Embrace a New Term of Teaching in Thailand with Fresh Beginnings and Optimism
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” Halloween has just passed, and November is upon us — across Thailand, Semester 2 has begun, bringing with it fresh beginnings for both students and teachers. A new term inspires us to communicate ideas more effectively, support our students’ learning needs, and unlock greater potential in ourselves […]
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 Vic: Experience the Best Thai Dishes to Enjoy in Thailand (Part 2)
Welcome back to the second part of that little introduction to Thai food. Previously, I introduced some Thai dishes from all corners of Thailand that I find delectable. In this follow-up, we’ll look at different savory dishes or meals, a Thai-style BBQ, and a dessert I love. Must-Try Thai Foods from Isaan, Thailand You may […]
Be Like Vic: Experience the Best Thai Dishes to Enjoy in Thailand (Part 1)
Taking a break from teaching in Thailand, I’m sharing this delicious feast of a country (and it’s just the first part). Well, enter Bangkok and you have an unlimited bounty of delectables from every corner of the world, not to mention the regional Thai cuisines. The vastness of Thai food is mind-boggling and seemingly endless. […]
Be Like Chris: Explore the Best of Buriram, Thailand (Part 3: Must-See Activities and Attractions)
Good day to all my fellow BFITS colleagues. I hope we are all doing well as the end of the month quickly approaches. It’s incredible how quickly the school year passes by. For me personally, it has been a hectic time, but it is still vitally important to relax and enjoy oneself when time allows. […]
Be Like Chris: Explore the Best of Buriram, Thailand (Part 2: Top Accommodation Picks)
Hello, good colleagues and friends, and welcome to another blog of mine as I try my best to entice more and more of you to visit while living and teaching in Thailand, or maybe even move to the wonderful part of the country known as Isaan, and in particular to my adopted home of Buriram. […]
Be Like Chris: Explore the Best of Buriram, Thailand (Part 1: Top Picks for Dining and Drinks)
Greetings, dear colleagues and friends. In this weekend’s blog post, I’d like to introduce the uninitiated to a simple guide to life in Buriram — a city that may be small compared to Bangkok, but is full of warmth, charm, and culinary surprises. It will be a practical guide, listing some of the many fantastic […]
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 Greg: Find the Right Condo in Thailand with Practical Tips and Firsthand Insights
I thought that writing a blog on the do’s and don’ts may be useful for incoming teachers, so perhaps they can avoid similar mistakes to the ones that I made—first when I arrived as a resident, and again when I decided to relocate closer to Satriwithaya (SW) School. Arriving in Thailand, I quickly learned that […]
Be Like Paige: Transform Your Life Through Culture, Connection, and Teaching in Thailand
I am taking time to reflect on my time, living and teaching in Thailand. So far, it has been an incredibly enriching experience. I have written this blog for people who are considering taking a similar path, or maybe feel a little bit nervous about the process. I would like to share some uplifting pieces […]