Jingthing Posted October 24, 2021 Share Posted October 24, 2021 From an expat in Singapore via Ecuador. Do his categories make sense to you? Perhaps as he's in Singapore the author can join in in this discussion. What type of expat are you? A ‘clusterer,’ a ‘love-seeker, ‘an ‘adventurer,’ or the dreaded ‘expat expert’ | CuencaHighLife Quote Jerry Gilliam has lived in seven countries for 27 years and calls himself a “student of innocence abroad and the lack thereof.” Gilliam, who currently lives and blogs in Singapore, is working on a book about his experiences living overseas that will include a chapter about what he calls the “types of expats.” 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieH Posted October 24, 2021 Share Posted October 24, 2021 Unfortunately only one is actually described from what I could see, so its a little difficult. Yes I think there are clear category "types" of expats and of course we also dncounter them here on the forum. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post OneMoreFarang Posted October 24, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2021 Just one of those guys. 2 1 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post zzaa09 Posted October 24, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2021 None. Next..... 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritManToo Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 I'm a Romance traveller. It says so on my sig. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Skallywag Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 Love seeker is closest. I mean really, who doesn't like a little loving? Love for sale, rent, or lease is what Thai life is all about for the single man 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Gsxrnz Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 5 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said: Just one of those guys. To be fair, the photographer didn't capture my best side. Darn it - wish I'd worn my best Chang wife-beater that night. 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post HeijoshinCool Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 . There are only two types, all others are sub-categories...... 1) MORONIC LOUD OBNOXIOUS DEMANDING THREATENING JUDGMENTAL types 2) normal decent quiet just leave me alone so I can be happy types 11 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bkk6060 Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 (edited) Leaving out many Thailand expats there is no: Not looking for love but "Seeking to be a great monger" on the list? Edited October 25, 2021 by bkk6060 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post lazygourmet Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 What happened to the ex-SAS soldiers of fortune? Plenty of them missing in action since Washington Square dismantling. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rampant Rabbit Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 53 minutes ago, Gsxrnz said: To be fair, the photographer didn't capture my best side. Darn it - wish I'd worn my best Chang wife-beater that night. you mean instead of that skirt? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwasaki Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 I'm an Escapee from UK. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post chicowoodduck Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 Try NOT to be like the normal gang in Pattaya City…???????? 1 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RafPinto Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 (edited) I am Hansom too mut and a were ju go, i go wis ju guy. Edited October 25, 2021 by RafPinto 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrPhibes Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 6 hours ago, Gsxrnz said: To be fair, the photographer didn't capture my best side. Darn it - wish I'd worn my best Chang wife-beater that night. I find a vintage tank top gives the arms freedom of movement as the T-shirt binds across the chest for a real forehand shot. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RafPinto Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 4 minutes ago, DrPhibes said: I find a vintage tank top gives the arms freedom of movement as the T-shirt binds across the chest for a real forehand shot. Supporting Thai culture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CharlieH Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 Wish people would stop criticizing others decisions amd motivations, just to validate or justify their own. ???? 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4MyEgo Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 I'm in the love you long time category, but you have go by the morning as the wife is flying in, 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Kinnock Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 Two categories should suffice .... 1. People who brand anyone who's getting more than them as 'Sexpats' 2. Sexpats 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubby johnson Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 A lecher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsmart Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 I would classify myself as a "recluse." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingstonkid Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 Assimilator Escapee from high taxes, high costs no loving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gsxrnz Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 35 minutes ago, DrPhibes said: I find a vintage tank top gives the arms freedom of movement as the T-shirt binds across the chest for a real forehand shot. A Tank Top is a wife-beater by any other name. At least to a Yank, anyway. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteBuffaloATM Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 Westerners are often too varied, deep & complex to easily categorize. Goofy Categories meaning Eccentric ? Dont know any. except Mr Crazy QAnon Anti Vaxxer Sidecar Driver Alky busily Smoking Himself to Death Refusing Basic Blood Test with Rotten Teeth Who Wont Change. Category of one there…. Conventional ? could try by Location : Coastie, Country, Townie or Occupation : Bar Owner, Diver, Chef, Accom. Owner, Digital, Corporate, Gambler,Con Artist…. or Lifestyle : Dosser, Drunk, Addict, Professional, SUVer, Biker, Yachty, Surfer, BarStooler, PussyHound. or Home: Owner, Renter, Shack, Room, Villa, Bungalow, Farmhouse, Condo Just too much crossover of types & characteristics…….. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JetsetBkk Posted October 25, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 7 hours ago, HeijoshinCool said: 2) normal decent quiet just leave me alone so I can be happy types Yep, that's me - just want some damn peace and quiet. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sawadee1947 Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 I don't want to be put in any category. ???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jingthing Posted October 25, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2021 5 minutes ago, sawadee1947 said: I don't want to be put in any category. ???? Me either. There's a category for that! 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinnock Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 16 minutes ago, JetsetBkk said: Yep, that's me - just want some damn peace and quiet. ..... in Thailand peace and quiet means only 10 banks of speakers, less than two sub-woofers, no more than three Nok Gow-wow or Cockerells, whichever is the louder. Anything more than this is 'poccadee'. Total silence means you have gone deaf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahtin Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 Vintage I am, but Disney caricature I hope not. P & Q man too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wwest5829 Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 When I arrived over a decade ago I was told Expats here were either, "Mercenaries, missionaries or misfits". I don't think I make that particular cut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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