Category Archive For "Expat Insurance"
How Thailand resolves labor shortages in the tourism and service industry
With the world finally recovering from 3 years of ravages from COVID-19, and flights of tourists finally returning to the skies, these should be happy times in Thailand. However, the acute labor shortages in the tourism and service industry have worried even the Land of Smiles. In this Pacific Prime Thailand article, we’ll look at …
Great places for Christmas dinner in Bangkok in 2022
2022 is almost over now. As we look back on the year, we can breathe a collective sigh of relief – the pandemic is nearing its end (hopefully), and the conflict in Europe did not escalate into a clash between the major powers. Whatever each of us may have experienced on a personal level this …
What is a guaranteed renewable insurance policy?
If you’re planning to meet with your insurer, agent, or broker, to discuss your health insurance plans, the term ‘guaranteed renewable insurance policy’ will definitely come up. If you’re confused by what this means, why it matters to you, and whether you should get a plan that has guaranteed renewability, you’ve come to the right …
Dental insurance and dental care in Thailand for expats and visitors
If you are reading this as an expat, medical tourist, or visitor, you’ll be pleased to know that Thailand has plenty of options available for dental treatment and care, including top notch facilities. Many of these exceptional private hospitals, clinics, and facilities are located in the capital and largest city, Bangkok. But don’t get too …
Injury insurance for Muay Thai training in Thailand
Thailand exports a number of valuable goods and products around the world; automotive exports, electronic goods, and agricultural products, such as rice, shrimp, tapioca, rubber, and sugar. One of the most popular exports, however, is Muay Thai – the local combat sport that uses stand-up boxing-style fist striking, combined with the use of the knees, …
4 best countries for dental tourism
What if you could fly to another country, stay in a nice hotel, get all your dental work done (at a top-notch facility), and partake in leisurely activities – all at a cheaper price than you’d expect to pay in your home country? Whether you need a general dental check-up or a major procedure like …
5 best workation destinations in 2022
Around the globe, people have embraced the freedom and flexibility that remote work has brought to them. This has led to an exciting new trend – workation, a portmanteau of work and vacation. The benefits of a workcation are plentiful, including the chance to explore beyond borders, appreciate new cultures, relax when needed, etc. To …
Cabinet to reduce Long Term Resident visa fee by 50%
Thailand’s Cabinet has revealed that they will halve the Long Term Resident visa fee in an effort to make the Land of Smiles more attractive to highly skilled foreigners. The Long Term Visa, which allows holders to stay in the country for 10 years, has dropped from THB ฿100,000 to THB ฿50,000. Visa requirement changes …
Ministry of Health advises a work from home policy in Thailand to prevent a COVID-19 upsurge after the Songkran Festival
COVID-19 cases are expected to surge after the countrywide celebrations for Songkran. For the first time since the pandemic, people were allowed to sprinkle water (in the traditional way) out in the streets. The government had also loosened travel restrictions for the biggest event and tourist attraction of the year. However, as festivities drew to …
Songkran 2022: What to expect for the Thai New Year
Songkran, also known as the Water Splashing Festival, is the most important holiday in Thailand. Its name literally means “to move” or “movement” in Thai. Songkran celebrates the sun moving from one zodiac position (Pisces) to another (Aries). Citywide water fights are what the holiday is known for, but it’s also the time to celebrate …
