@Joe *****

I’ve always heard that the word “farang” originated from the word “farangcet” which was the best way a Thai person could prononce / repeat the nationality “français” when told by a french person.

It became “farang” with time to describe a white skin foreigner.

But this might just be a story…🤔

@Joe *****

Thai don’t want to have whiter skin because they are racists. Having a whiter skin means that you are not a lower class citizen who works outside like on the side roads doing construction work. It’s a sign of higher class in society who can even afford to not work.

I live in the Uk and I use Columbus Travel Insurance.

My last long trip to Thailand in 2022 lasted 5 months and Columbus covered it all. It is not cheap, expect around £400.

When are you going to Canada? Can’t you have your passport renewed in Bangkok before you go?

First, you get an insurance because you want to cover yourself in case of an accident that would cost you a fortune in hospital, not because the Thai goverment asked you to.

Second, just be aware that most insurances will probably not cover you for the hospital bill of a motorbike accident if you don’t hold the right driving license (A1 in UK) or if you were not wearing your helmet even tho you have the license.

@Robert *******

I agree but I couldn’t assume that everybody feels the same way towards this cruel activity.

Your accommodation will be as expensive as your needs so it depends on your standards.

The next most expensive things are alcohol and Europeen food so once again it is up to your needs and habits.

Traditional Thai food is dead cheap. The beach cost nothing, they also have free outdoor exercise machines in parks or in places where people run if you are into fitness. Any other fancy activities, like elephant rides, quads, day trips by boat…etc can be pricey. Taxis are getting more and more expensive so I recommend you rent a motorcycle (but only if you feel confident enough tho coz they drive like mad and it is fairly dangerous on the roads!).

Apart from that, enjoy the relaxing life that Thailand has to offer! 👍

I bought 5 months of traveling insurance and all I had was a one way ticket to Thailand when I was applying for my 60 days visa. It was approuved in 24h online.

Also, I never had to prove that I had a returning ticket on arrival or departure (from London). All they care about here is your vaccinations even for domestic flights or outdoors street markets.

Ps: just extended my 60 days by another 30 days today and it was very easy!

It is electronic: e-visa!!!

It will show on their computer. But do print your email of approval.