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 […]
Be Like Chris: Celebrate Milestones and School Adventures in Buriram During Term 1 (2025)
Teaching is full of milestones — both big and small — that remind us why the journey is worth it. From classroom breakthroughs to school-wide events, every term brings a mix of challenges, achievements, and moments that stay with us long after the lessons end. As we conclude Term 1 of 2025 at Buriram Pitthayakhom […]
Be Like Chris: Reflect on the Challenges and Growth of Teaching in Thailand During Term 1 (2024)
It doesn’t seem like long ago I was chilling out on Koh Chang island, watching the world go by, and listening to the peaceful hum of the sea. It couldn’t last. Nor should it. If you were always on holiday, would it even be a holiday? The new school year always seems to roll around […]
Be Like Vic: Find Peace and Adventure in Bangkok’s Parks and Recreation Areas
Yo! What’s up again? I’m back with a lil more info about a few things, which, if you enjoy green and foliage, you may find helpful. So, from my previous posts, I mentioned I am from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the United States—if I didn’t say it before, I’m doing it now. If anyone knows anything […]
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, […]
TEDx SJC School Bangkok: Young Women Rising
When I look back at the journey of TEDx SJC School Bangkok, I can’t help but smile. What began as a spark of an idea in October 2024 evolved into a movement of empowerment, creativity, and courage, culminating in one of the most unforgettable events of my career. At that time, I was Head Teacher […]
