RURAL THAI LIFE

Life is Good

Retiring in Thailand is one of the best decisions you could ever make. And one of the few places people can have...

Rice Harvest

When November arrives, it brings a familiar scent—the sweet, pandan-like aroma of ripening Khao Hom Mali (Jasmine rice) and of Khao...

Rescuing a Street Puppy

In rural Isaan, there are stray dogs all over the place. They live on their own almost anywhere. One of the issues is...

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...

VIDEOS - RURAL THAILAND

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Monsoon Rain Today

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Cutting Rice in Isaan

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Flying West in Isaan

RURAL THAILAND PHOTOS

Isaan Rainbow

Kaeng Khro Market

New Puppy

RURAL THAI PEOPLE

Market Customer

Temple Ladies

Duck Seller

ISAAN - ACTUAL COST OF LIVING

Thanksgiving Turkey

Do you fancy a western Thanksgiving turkey this year? Costs are as follows: 18 pound 6,500...

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...

SHORT VIDEOS - REELS

RURAL THAI HOUSES

Rural Thai House

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,...