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Pattaya vs Phuket in 2026: Where to Live and Spend the Winter

Pattaya vs Phuket in 2026: Where to Live and Spend the Winter

Pattaya costs 45-70k THB a month, Phuket 60-90k. Compare rent, beaches, airport access and schools to choose where to live in Thailand in 2026.

October 22, 2026
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Bangkok to Pattaya in 2026: Bus, Taxi and How Long It Takes

Bangkok to Pattaya in 2026: Bus, Taxi and How Long It Takes

Bangkok to Pattaya takes 1.5-2.5 hours. Compare the 145 baht Ekkamai bus, 1,200-2,200 baht taxis, airport transfers and the 31 baht train.

October 22, 2026
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900 Phuket Hotels Without a Licence: What the 2026 Raids Mean for Investors

900 Phuket Hotels Without a Licence: What the 2026 Raids Mean for Investors

Phuket raids hit unlicensed hotels in July 2026. Penalties up to 20,000 THB plus 10,000 THB daily, the 30-day rule and what investors must check.

October 21, 2026
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Driving in Thailand 2026: Which Licence You Need and What Fines to Expect

Driving in Thailand 2026: Which Licence You Need and What Fines to Expect

Which licence do you need in Thailand in 2026? IDP 1968 rules, category A for scooters, fines up to 4,000 THB and how to get a Thai licence.

October 21, 2026
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Pattaya Beaches 2026: Where to Swim, Where It's Quiet and Where to Live by the Sea

Pattaya Beaches 2026: Where to Swim, Where It's Quiet and Where to Live by the Sea

Wong Amat, Jomtien or Koh Larn? Real prices, ferry times and sunbed costs, plus which Pattaya area suits a sea-view lifestyle in 2026.

October 21, 2026
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Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stays From 60 to 30 Days: What Residents and Frequent Visitors Need to Know

Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stays From 60 to 30 Days: What Residents and Frequent Visitors Need to Know

Thailand plans to cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days for 93 countries. Extension costs 1,900 baht. See DTV, Non-O options and what to do now.

October 20, 2026
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Thai Property Referral Agent: 560,000 THB From One Deal

Thai Property Referral Agent: 560,000 THB From One Deal

How referral partners earn from Thai property in 2026: 3-6% developer commission, 20-50% partner share, tranche timing, risks and real deal math.

October 20, 2026
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Phuket Airport Taxis in 2026: Grab, Bolt, Tuk-Tuk and Real Prices to Patong

Phuket Airport Taxis in 2026: Grab, Bolt, Tuk-Tuk and Real Prices to Patong

Phuket airport to Patong costs 550-950 THB in 2026. Compare Grab, Bolt, the official counter, tuk-tuks and the 100 THB Smart Bus, with tips for each trip.

October 20, 2026
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Sena Unloads Unsold Condos to Foreign Buyers: Where the Discount Is Real

Sena Unloads Unsold Condos to Foreign Buyers: Where the Discount Is Real

Sena is clearing 6,000+ condo units via foreign buyers. See where 10-20% discounts are real, the 49% quota rule and what to check before you pay.

October 20, 2026
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eSIM vs SIM Card in Thailand: Which to Choose in 2026

eSIM vs SIM Card in Thailand: Which to Choose in 2026

eSIM or physical SIM in Thailand? Compare 2026 prices from 199 THB, AIS vs True vs dtac coverage, the 60-day tourist SIM limit and registration rules.

October 20, 2026
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Cheaper Oil, Mixed Asian Markets: What It Means for Phuket Property in 2026

Cheaper Oil, Mixed Asian Markets: What It Means for Phuket Property in 2026

Cheaper oil and mixed Asian markets on 19 Oct 2026: what it means for the baht, Phuket condo prices, the 49% foreign quota and transfer costs.

October 19, 2026
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How Much Cash to Bring to Thailand: Cards, QR and ATMs

How Much Cash to Bring to Thailand: Cards, QR and ATMs

Budget 1,000-3,000 THB a day, one 20,000 THB ATM withdrawal beats five, and QR works via TrueMoney. Fees, rates and wallet limits explained.

October 19, 2026
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