Visas & Lifestyle
Living in Phuket: visas for property owners, schools, healthcare, transport and the cost of living for relocators.
Market news: Thailand officially confirms visa-free stay cut to 30 days from September 15 — what changed since the May forecast
Thailand’s Royal Gazette confirmed on 31 August 2026: visa-free stay drops from 60 to 30 days from 15 September. A breakdown of the confirmed dates, country list, and what changed since May.
Why You Should NOT Retire in Thailand: 10 Honest Reasons (and Counterarguments)
An honest list of reasons NOT to retire in Thailand: visas, heat, healthcare, language, exchange rate — and a review of when each reason actually matters.
Best places to retire in Thailand: Phuket vs Chiang Mai vs Hua Hin in 2026
Comparing the three best places to retire in Thailand: climate, budget, healthcare, visa and property in Phuket, Chiang Mai and Hua Hin — how to pick yours.
How much money do you need to retire in Thailand: capital, budget and visa in 2026
How much money to retire in Thailand in 2026: monthly budgets, 800,000 THB visa threshold, 15–20 year capital targets, housing and health insurance.
Thailand LTR Visa (Long-Term Resident): 4 Categories, Money, Tax Perks and Up to 10 Years of Stay
Thailand LTR visa: 4 categories (Wealthy Global Citizen, Wealthy Pensioner, two professional tracks), thresholds from $40,000, tax perks, up to 10 years.
Thailand DTV Visa (Destination Thailand Visa): Requirements, Money and the Link to Renting Out Property
Thailand DTV visa for remote workers and freelancers: who qualifies, 500,000 THB deposit, 5-year validity with 180-day stays, how to apply, comparison.
Thailand Retirement Visa (Non-O/O-A): Requirements, Money and Extension in 2026
Thailand retirement visa: age 50+, 800,000 THB or income, insurance, TM.7 extension, 90-day reporting and common mistakes for Phuket property owners.
Property in Thailand for retirees: visas, income and what matters after 50
How retirees should choose property in Thailand: visas after 50, freehold vs leasehold, healthcare, budget and rental pool income. Guide and FAQ.
Thailand Scraps Plan to End Visa-Free Entry for India After a 20% Drop in Arrivals — What It Signals for the Phuket Market
Thailand dropped its plan to end visa-free entry for India after arrivals fell nearly 20%. What this reversal means for Phuket property investors.
Market News: Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stay From 60 to 30 Days From 15 July — What It Means If You Are Eyeing Phuket
From mid-July 2026 Thailand cuts visa-free entry from 60 to 30 days for Russians and roughly 90 other countries. What it changes for Phuket buyers.
Living in Phuket on $1000 a Month: Is It Realistic in 2026
Can you live in Phuket on $1000 a month in 2026? An honest budget breakdown by category, who it actually works for, and the main pitfalls.
Food Costs in Phuket 2026: Markets, Cafés, Delivery — Real Prices
How much food really costs in Phuket: markets and street food, supermarkets, Thai cafés and tourist restaurants, delivery apps. Three budget scenarios for 2026.
Utility Bills in Phuket 2026: Electricity, Water, Internet — Real Numbers
What utilities really cost in Phuket: electricity and water tariffs, internet and mobile, landlord markups, and how eco-certification cuts your bills.
Family Budget with Kids in Phuket: How Much You Need in 2026
How much a family with kids spends in Phuket: housing, school, food, transport and insurance. Three budget scenarios — minimal to premium, broken down by category.
Cost of Living in Thailand for a Single Person: How Much You Need in 2026
How much a single expat spends in Thailand: housing, food, transport, insurance and visa. Three budget scenarios — minimal to premium, Phuket/Bangkok/Chiang Mai.
Cost of Living: Phuket vs Bangkok — A Detailed Budget Comparison for 2026
Phuket vs Bangkok cost of living in 2026: which is cheaper, with real budgets for rent, food, transport, schools and healthcare for singles and families.
Cost of Living in Thailand 2026: Full Budget for Singles, Couples and Families
What it costs to live in Thailand in 2026: rent, food, transport, utilities, schools and healthcare by region. Budgets for singles, couples and families — Phuket vs Bangkok vs Chiang Mai.
How much is rent in Thailand 2026: prices by city and property type
Real rental prices in Thailand: Phuket, Bangkok, Chiang Mai — studios, 1BR, villas. Seasonality, deposits, and when buying beats renting.
Getting around Phuket: how to travel the island and what matters to residents
Getting around Phuket: bike and car rental, taxis and apps, airport and transfers. What is more convenient for residents and how location affects costs. FAQ.
Healthcare in Phuket: clinics, insurance and what matters for seaside living
Healthcare in Phuket: private clinics and hospitals, quality and prices, insurance, where hospitals are and how it affects housing choice. Case and FAQ.
International schools in Phuket: programmes, areas and what matters to families
International schools in Phuket: British, IB and other programmes, where they are, what to look for and how it affects housing choice. Case and FAQ.
Cost of living in Phuket: a real monthly budget for a family and a single
How much it costs to live in Phuket: rent, food, transport, utilities, schools and healthcare. Real budgets for a single person and a family, pitfalls and FAQ.
Moving to Phuket: a relocation guide for seaside living
How to move to Phuket: visas, housing, cost of living, healthcare, schools, areas and daily life. A step-by-step relocation guide for families. FAQ.
Thailand Privilege (Elite) visa: living in Thailand without a work tie
What the Thailand Privilege (Elite) visa is: packages and term, privileges, who it suits and how it pairs with buying property. Comparison, case and FAQ.
Thailand visas for property owners: the options and how to choose
Does buying property in Thailand grant residency, and which visas suit an owner: Thailand Privilege, LTR, DTV for remote work, retirement. FAQ.