RURAL THAI LIFE

No Sense Getting Upset

In rural Isaan, there is no sense in getting upset. Whatever happened, happened and getting upset will just make it worse. Today we...

Caution Buying Raw Meat

You have to use extreme caution when buying raw meat in the local open air markets. The weather has been extremely hot...

Local Land for Sale

We are starting to see a lot more local land up for sale in 2026. Farming on a small scale is putting...

Parcel Deliveries

We don't have Amazon deliveries here in rural Isaan, although this method may be better. Packages are delivered by private drivers in...

Local Concert Aftermath

One of the big drawbacks to having local concerts at temples and other areas, is trash. These event never seem to set...

VIDEOS - RURAL THAILAND

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Stray Puppies in the Sugarcane

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Flying Over the Mountain

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Local Isaan Music Concert

RURAL THAILAND PHOTOS

Ban Thaen Market

Isaan Coffee Break

Rice Field

RURAL THAI PEOPLE

Duck Seller

Ban Thaen Monk

Market Grannies

ISAAN - ACTUAL COST OF LIVING

12 Ounces of Bacon US $14.38

Do you think 12 ounces of Oscar Meyer Center Cut bacon is worth US...

PEA Electric Bills

Electric bills are predicated on how many units of electricity you use each month. The...

Is this Worth US $6.40?

Do you think 1 bag of Dorito's chips is worth US $6.40? Sorry, not me...

Smart Product Choices

Kraft Real Mayonnaise is 210 thb (US $6.36) at Lotus's. Best Foods Mayonnaise is 103...

SHORT VIDEOS - REELS

RURAL THAI HOUSES

Rural Isaan House

WHERE TO STAY IN ISAAN

5 Cheapest Places in Khon Kaen

Here are 5 of the cheapest rentals in Khon Kaen (2026) that still meet...

Top 5 Hidden Gems in Isaan

Here are 5 true hidden-gem places to stay in Isaan (Northeast Thailand) — not...

Top 5 Resorts Near Ban Taen Isaan

Here are the best resorts within ~40 km of Ban Thaen (Chaiyaphum / Khon...

2026 Renting a House

Finding a house in a rural Isaan village is completely different from Bangkok, Phuket,...