Sa-wa-dee-kaa! Thanks for joining us on this TukTuk Through Thailand as we begin in the Northern Region, which I feel to be one of the most...
Thailand
Teaching English in Thailand is by far the most popular program we offer. The country isn’t known as the ‘Land of Smiles’ for nothing; the locals are friendly and it’s hard for that attitude not to rub off on those who come here to teach.
Here we’ll delve into what this incredible country is all about from the lush tropical forests of the north to the white sandy beaches of the south. You’ll have itchy feet after reading these posts!
Falling in Love in the Land of Smiles – Pat & Jakub’s Story
Teaching English in Thailand is a great opportunity for personal growth, professional development, and meeting people from all over the globe. Sometimes, if you’re really lucky, you may even end up finding love too.
Tuk Tuk Through Thailand: Exploring Regions You May Live in While Teaching in the Land of Smiles
A common question from applicants is regarding where you may live while Teaching in Thailand! We’re going to highlight some of our favorite placement regions and what to do there!
Songkran 101: An Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to the Thai Water Festival
With our beginner’s guide to Songkran, you can learn all about the history and practices of the Thai New Year and prepare for your own entry to the water wars!
Introducing Aubrey K: TravelBud’s Newest Support Co-Ordinator!
Have you heard the news? We're growing! Everyone at Team TravelBud is thrilled to welcome Aubrey Krzynski on board as our newest Support...
Our Teachers Firsthand Quarantine Experience in Thailand
A mandatory two-week quarantine period upon arrival. That’s more than enough to get anyone’s heart racing and send the imagination on a weird and...
Top Books and Resources on Thailand to Check out During Quarantine
Hey all you cool cats and kittens! We know everyone's going a bit stir crazy, especially those of you who were supposed to be beginning your...
How My Culture Shock in Thailand Was More a Shock of Belonging
I decided to Teach English in Thailand for a number of reasons, but the underlying motivation was: I felt like I didn’t fit in where I was before....
Isaan Food – A Teacher’s Guide to the Tastes of the Most Underrated Region of Thailand
Isaan food, from Thailand's most underrated region, is a huge reason why myself and other TravelBud teachers have fallen in love with the area. When...
The How-to Guide for Making the Most of your Teacher’s Salary in Thailand
Coming to Teach English in Thailand from the West can sometimes make you feel like a millionaire. With high exchange rates of USD and GBP to Thai...
The Last Job I Ever Imagined Falling In Love With
Allow me to tell you a story of how I ended up falling in love with the last job I ever thought I would want. If you were to ask me ten years ago...
The Lessons I’ve Learned Teaching Abroad in Thailand
Today I woke up and looked back on the lessons I've learned teaching English in Thailand so far. Exactly one year ago today I was sitting on Korean...
Bangkok City Guide: Exploring A Different Side of the Thai Capital
Bangkok is the most visited city in the world and it doesn't take you long to realize why! It's a city of action at every turn, you can marvel at...
The Top 5 Movies & Documentaries You Need to Watch Before Teaching English in Thailand
Thailand is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating countries in the world, the best way to describe it is everything, everywhere, all at once, all...
10 of the best Places to Visit in Thailand as a Backpacker
Thailand is a backpacker's paradise! It's the perfect place for anyone wanting to travel on a shoestring budget. As a company that sends teachers to...