digital nomads

  • Thailand NewsThai and mighty: Airbnb reveals tourism boom in Thailand

    Thai and mighty: Airbnb reveals tourism boom in Thailand

    Thailand’s tourism industry is making a strong comeback, and Airbnb has just dropped some tantalising data showing just how much travellers are flocking to this Southeast Asian gem. With the high season fast approaching, Thailand is poised for a tourism surge, and it seems everyone – from digital nomads to family groups – wants a slice of the action. In…

  • Business NewsThailand aims to be global tech talent hub by 2030

    Thailand aims to be global tech talent hub by 2030

    Thailand is on the brink of becoming a global hub hotspot, thanks to its strategic location, abundant resources, and savvy policies aimed at drawing in young professionals, according to industry bigwigs. The strategy, highlighted at the Techsauce Global Summit 2024 Home for Tech Talent panel, seeks to boost knowledge transfer and export future talent. Karndee Leopairote, chief of foresight and…

  • TravelThailand for digital nomads: Your ultimate guide

    Thailand for digital nomads: Your ultimate guide

    Thailand beckons digital nomads with its irresistible mix of vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and a cost of living that won’t break the bank. It’s a place where you can seamlessly blend work with exploration, offering the perfect backdrop for your remote working lifestyle. Is Thailand good for digital nomads? Thailand stands out as a top pick for digital nomads. Its…

  • Thailand NewsThailand to unveil five-year digital nomad visa

    Thailand to unveil five-year digital nomad visa

    Thailand is on the verge of launching a much-anticipated digital nomad visa, granting remote workers the golden opportunity to reside and work in the country hassle-free for up to five years. In the past, Thailand unveiled the Thailand Elite Visa to attract foreign expatriates and tourists, offering unlimited entry and exit privileges alongside membership in the esteemed Thailand Privilege programme.…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok: The digital nomad’s No.1 destination, says survey

    Bangkok: The digital nomad’s No.1 destination, says survey

    Bangkok earned the prestigious title of top city for digital nomads worldwide, according to a recent survey conducted by CommercialSearch, a renowned platform specializing in working and co-working spaces. The bustling metropolis outshone all its competitors in this year’s rankings of the Best Cities for Digital Nomads. CommercialSearch’s evaluation process involved assessing cities globally with populations exceeding 400,000 residents and…

  • Visa InformationWhat are the visa options for digital nomads in Thailand

    What are the visa options for digital nomads in Thailand

    The digital nomad visa in Thailand is a popular choice for remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who want to live and work in this beautiful and welcoming country. While Thailand does not offer a dedicated digital nomad visa programme, individuals can explore alternative visa types to suit their remote work and travel needs. With the digital nomad visa in Thailand,…

  • World News‘Run Culture’ – China’s great leap outward

    ‘Run Culture’ – China’s great leap outward

    Real estate agents and visa experts in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand are swamped with inquiries from Chinese nationals trying to flee the motherland. They want to buy condos and they want to stay. Running away to Southeast Asia is a tantalising prospect after three years locked up or down, depending on your point of view. Many Chinese people are preparing…

  • Thailand TravelChiang Mai: Digital Nomad Paradise in 2023

    Chiang Mai: Digital Nomad Paradise in 2023

    Chiang Mai, Thailand’s soul, and cultural attraction, recently emerged as the paradise for digital nomads moving to Southeast Asia. But, as a whole, Asia always wins the hearts of travelers because of its identity, the beauty of life of sticking to culture and traditions, and spirituality. From a quiet, religious city, Chiang Mai became a town full of tourists, unique…

  • Visa InformationUS, China, UK account for 45% of the 400 LTR visa applications

    US, China, UK account for 45% of the 400 LTR visa applications

    The Thai government predicted one million rich foreigners would snap up new long-term resident visas when the scheme was launched on September 1. In the first 12 days, the LTR visa applications began slowly rolling in, with about 400 people applying so far, mostly pensioners. Officials are framing the applicants so far as a glimpse of what’s to come as…

  • ExpatsLTR visa: will the benefits lure expats to drive the economy?

    LTR visa: will the benefits lure expats to drive the economy?

    The new 10-year long-term resident visa was launched on Thursday to convert visitors into expats by offering benefits and tax breaks to attract foreigners from around the world. Though, they’ve made clear that they’re looking only for the top-tier wealthy travellers to move to Thailand and take advantage of the LTR visa. The new visa is only offered exclusively to…

  • Tourism NewsLife of Thai digital nomads made easier by Airbnb TAT alliance

    Life of Thai digital nomads made easier by Airbnb TAT alliance

    Airbnb today announced it is going to work closely with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to make it easier for remote workers to live in the kingdom. The California-based vacation rental company reported that a number of projects are in the pipeline, including constructing a dedicated custom-built hub for Thailand, showcasing local long-term stay listings as well as providing information on entry…

  • Economy NewsThailand, post Covid. What needs to change?

    Thailand, post Covid. What needs to change?

    OPINION As Thailand starts to peer out from behind the Covid curtain, many expats and potential travellers are wondering if much will change after 2 years of lockdowns, closures re-openings and re-entry ‘plans’. Will we see changes in visas, property ownership, entry requirements and business laws? One of our YouTube commenters wrote in with his current ‘wish list’ (below). As…

  • Bangkok NewsPM praises public after Bangkok rating for best city in the world for a “workation”

    PM praises public after Bangkok rating for best city in the world for a “workation”

    Bangkok is the best city in the world for a so-called “workation.” At least that’s what Holidu, a website for vacation rentals says. The listing, which had Phuket and Chiang Mai both at number 10, was widely shared in Thai media and touted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand. It even caught the attention of PM Prayut Chan-o-cha who is…

  • Phuket NewsMore and more digital nomads choose Phuket for a “workation”

    More and more digital nomads choose Phuket for a “workation”

    Many digital nomads call Thailand home, and more and more people are choosing Phuket for their so-called “workation,” using coffee shops on the island as an office. The BBC’s Thai reporters spoke to several people on the island who work remotely for companies in other countries. For 34 year old American Andy Lee, he runs his business from a cafe…

  • PropertyCrypto and digital nomads could boost Thailand’s real estate market

    Crypto and digital nomads could boost Thailand’s real estate market

    As cryptocurrency is the new payment option of the modern era, many real estate developers are now supporting their payments through it. And, as it is still new to the Thai real estate market, experts say its growth potential is huge. As it can serve as a new alternative to real estate trading, it can help real estate developers offer…

  • Covid-19 NewsGovernment approves budget of over 3.6 billion baht for Thai vaccine development

    Government approves budget of over 3.6 billion baht for Thai vaccine development

    A budget of 3.62 billion baht has been approved by the Cabinet for continued research and development into 2 Thai Covid-19 vaccines. According to the Bangkok Post, deputy government spokesperson Rachada Dhanadirek says one of the vaccines is an mRNA vaccine, while the other is a subunit, plant-based vaccine. Around 2.32 billion baht has been earmarked for the mRNA vaccine,…

  • Thailand NewsPlans for digital or crypto assets – the TAT Coin – to grow tourism

    Plans for digital or crypto assets – the TAT Coin – to grow tourism

    The Tourism Authority of Thailand is considering jumping into the world of digital assets by launching its own tourism-based utility token called the TAT Coin. Crypto is often looked at as the way of the future, and traders are considered high-value, big-spending tourists, especially those that work as digital nomads and stay long-term. Discussions are underway with the Securities and…

  • Thailand video newsNew Visa for expats, Bangkok Re-opening Postponed | Good Morning Thailand LIVE | Episode 90

    New Visa for expats, Bangkok Re-opening Postponed | Good Morning Thailand LIVE | Episode 90

     

  • Thailand video newsThe 10 types of Expats in Thailand | Good Morning Thailand LIVE | Episode 89

    The 10 types of Expats in Thailand | Good Morning Thailand LIVE | Episode 89

    Jay and mike go live for the first time and look at the different types of expats living in Thailand. Leave a comment below if you are one of them and or have met these types of people.

  • Thailand NewsIs Thailand the best country for digital nomads?

    Is Thailand the best country for digital nomads?

    Is Thailand the best country in the world for digital nomads? Some think so. The French travel and tourism operator Club Med recently did a study and found that Thailand tops the list of best countries for digital nomads with Phuket as the number one ‘city’ to live in while working remotely. (We acknowledge that Phuket can hardly be regarded…

  • Visa InformationThe challenges for the digital nomad in Thailand | VIDEO

    The challenges for the digital nomad in Thailand | VIDEO

    Ah yes, the challenges of being a digital nomad in Thailand. What is a digital nomad? People who can do their job anywhere in the world with just a laptop, tablet and wi fi (preferably free wi fi). Thailand has the scenery, wi fi access, speed and lots and lots of coffee shops (with excellent coffee these days). But there…

  • Business NewsThe ‘office’ is SO last century. Say hello to the world of remote working.

    The ‘office’ is SO last century. Say hello to the world of remote working.

    Do you work from home? Or can you work anywhere have a laptop and wi-fi? Are you a trader or selling stuff online? You’re part of a growing trend in modern work practices as the fancy city office becomes an expensive relic of the ‘old normal’. 2020 became the year of people working from home. In same case, it was…

  • Thailand NewsThailand News Today | ‘Digital Nomad’ visa, ‘Property’ visa, Huge drug bust | Dec 16

    Thailand News Today | ‘Digital Nomad’ visa, ‘Property’ visa, Huge drug bust | Dec 16

    BOI proposes new smart visa rules to lure foreign talent, digital nomads The Board of Investment in Thailand is asking the Cabinet to approve new smart visa rules designed to attract more overseas talent to work in Thailand. The aim is to allow digital freelancers currently working in Thailand to exchange their tourist visas for smart visas. To be eligible,…