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What do expats in Thailand appreciate most about the local culture?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they appreciate the most about the local culture in Thailand. They wrote...
"Expats in Thailand appreciate the incredible hospitality and helpful nature of the locals, as well as the diverse range of cultural festivals, customs and cuisines. They also cherish the natural beauty of the country, from its islands and jungles to its mountains and beaches. They enjoy the laid-back attitude of life in Thailand, with the focus on family and having fun. In addition, expats in Thailand find the low cost of living and the ease of integration into the culture to be both comforting and rewarding," said another expat in Thailand.
"I've learned to go with the flow (Mai Penh Rai). I don't get upset much, pretty even keeled. After years running NGO's I left most of my stress at the door of my last job. I even lived through a TRUE (internet and telephone) mess, and they were very patient with me. In the US they called me the hammer, now I am the pussycat," wrote a member who made the move to Bangkok, Thailand.
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What do expats in Thailand appreciate most about the local culture?
If you live in Thailand, newcomers to Thailand would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
