Like toppings on pizza (sweet potato pizza anyone?), Christmas is another thing that Korea didn’t really get the full memo on, but they do have their own interpretation of the celebration. Whereas we see Christmas as very much a family orientated day, Koreans see it largely as a holiday to be ...

No matter how much you prepare for something like teaching English in Thailand, you will never be fully prepared for such a unique and enriching experience such as this. It is quite accessible to get a range of advice on what to expect, which is often very practical and helpful, but sometimes quite ...

One of the most common concerns people have about teaching English in Thailand, is whether or not they can teach with no previous teaching experience. At TravelBud, we strongly believe that the best way to get a clear understanding of what to expect from teaching English in Thailand, is to ask the ...

It might not be time to wipe the dust off your luggage just yet, but the time is drawing near. In the meantime, take heart in the fact that the ancient Pagodas and rich history of the raw and authentic Myanmar, will still be there when this is all over, as they have been for thousands of years. A ...

So you're wanting to teach English in Thailand? You're shopping around to find a program or job that suits you. They all have varying degrees of assistance and inclusions and you probably don't know what you need to get by in this exciting country. Choosing a program with a cultural orientation ...

In the West, we sure have our fair share of wacky superstitions. You often won't find a ward 13 in hospitals or a row 13 on a flight. You'll catch yourself fretting if you've had to walk under a ladder or if a black cat crossed your path on your way home one night. They make little sense, so ...

Jon Harman shares with us his incredible story about how he overcame culture shock and became a member of the local community where he lived and worked while teaching English in Thailand.

We recently asked 10 English Teachers in Thailand to tell us their tips on how to be a successful teachers in Thailand.