Billpro785 Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Looking for suggestions for where to stay in Thailand for six months. I'm a US contractor and need to stay out of the US for tax exempt purposes. Have been to all the usual tourist areas before. Looking for somewhere low cost to live, and quiet. Also my passion is photography, so would be spending most of the time taking photographs. Plan on renting a small apartment or house, and buying a used motorbike . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoslim Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 (edited) Pattaya would be the best place, easy to find a cheap room and rent/buy a motorbike Edited May 17, 2013 by yoslim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaybonnaza Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Trang fella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post pomchop Posted May 17, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted May 17, 2013 Chiang Rai....low cost, quiet, fantastic photo ops, fantastic motorbike riding.... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billpro785 Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 Was thinking of up north Chiang Rai, on the motor bike issue , Would it be best to buy a used or maybe buy new ? For the visa run, I would assume Laos would be the best ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pomchop Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Was thinking of up north Chiang Rai, on the motor bike issue , Would it be best to buy a used or maybe buy new ? For the visa run, I would assume Laos would be the best ? buying used or new is easy but used prob makes more sense for only six months...visa runs to mae sai border with Burma are very very easy from CR....only little over an hour from CR with buses/vans etc leaving every few minutes....if you want to go to Laos you can go to chiang khong which is also near to CR.... check the chiang rai forum for all kinds of CR info... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoneyboy Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Phetchabun the hub of retired expats. Lots to do and see for a week. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yourauntbob Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 Just about anywhere outside the tourist areas. Do you want to be close to the beach? If so Chonburi, if not then up north (Chang Rai, Pai etc) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maccaroni man Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 The road that loops from Pai to CM reminds me a bit of the 2 lane black top tree lined country roads that run next to small rivers and streams found in the USA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PalMan Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 No need to decide in advance, travel around until you find a place you like, "settle" there for a while but still continue to take trips now and again in search of greener pastures, when you find them, move, keep yourself from really putting down roots until you're "really sure" you've found your valhalla if ever. Personally I'd say never, travel light and be ready to move on anytime for me. . . Again just my opinion, but the only major rule I'd recommend is never live within easy travel distance of your SO's family, make sure she understands its her role to follow you to where you want to live. Unless you're in one of these new-fangled modern "equal" relationships. . . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cornishcarlos Posted May 17, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted May 17, 2013 Buy a decent sized bike and tour for 6 months... Stop when you find somewhere you like, then move on when you have photographed everything you like How many people would kill for a chance to do that ??? Well I'm jealous anyway... Have fun and stay safe 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martynsnowmans Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 you can always try out BAN KWANG for 6 months then write a book ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 Buy a decent sized bike and tour for 6 months... Stop when you find somewhere you like, then move on when you have photographed everything you like How many people would kill for a chance to do that ??? Well I'm jealous anyway... Have fun and stay safe I live 6 months in Thailand and 6 months working in the uk, this time I have sold everything. Sick of the same boring lifestyle with very few expats which I would consider friends and a handful of Thai friends. I sold everything but my clothes and big bike, I leave for the UK in a month and will just have my backpack and backbox for touring next time I visit. This is the first 6 months stint I have done, as before I was living and working but doing nothing is driving me mad. I am stuck to the rental agreement which is very cheap and I even pay it when I am in the UK as I have all my furniture etc etc in it. So next time I arrive I can go anywhere and probably take cheapish monthly contracts in places I like, good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rene123 Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 No need to decide in advance, travel around until you find a place you like, "settle" there for a while but still continue to take trips now and again in search of greener pastures, when you find them, move, keep yourself from really putting down roots until you're "really sure" you've found your valhalla if ever. Personally I'd say never, travel light and be ready to move on anytime for me. . . Again just my opinion, but the only major rule I'd recommend is never live within easy travel distance of your SO's family, make sure she understands its her role to follow you to where you want to live. Unless you're in one of these new-fangled modern "equal" relationships. . . I think PaiMan put it in the right perspective. Nobody can speak for everyone. Only the OP knows what will suit his life style. Thailand is fairly inexpensive if you just travel light and don't live too high. A month or two in each general location will give a good idea what to expect. Some people prefer the beaches where others prefer the mountains. Some need an active night life while others prefer a rural setting. I love riding my motorbike and I enjoy hiking, so Chiang Mai suits me. As much as I enjoy the ocean, my redhair's complexion does not do too well in a beach environment. I think a small rural community would quickly grow boring if you don't have an absorbing interest outside of drinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billpro785 Posted May 18, 2013 Author Share Posted May 18, 2013 Question on the motor bike ownership, found a nice KLX 150 for a great price , comes with green book. As I only will have tourist visa, can I buy it and register the bike ? Or is there other ways to do this ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 Got any building/construction experience? I'll pay you 400b a day to work for me in Issan region. Especially looking for an electrician ASAP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PalMan Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 Got any building/construction experience? I'll pay you 400b a day to work for me in Issan region. Especially looking for an electrician ASAP. Sure you posted this to the right thread? Don't see anything about his doing that sort of work. . . Or maybe you think "contractor" implies that? More likely mercenary soldier or at least military support these days, especially in a 'merican context. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billpro785 Posted May 18, 2013 Author Share Posted May 18, 2013 Actually Palman I do have experience both in electrical and building trades, plus hydraulic and motors . Was a contractor for the US Marines . In fact had to build the entire camp, and maintain it. Hence all the experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 It's just a thought. I know personally I'd get bored before to long so if you end up near Khon Kaen and bored, let me know, I've got work at the house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billpro785 Posted May 18, 2013 Author Share Posted May 18, 2013 Hey krisb, If I got bored , I'll take you up on the offer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robby nz Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 Don't forget the Kanchanqaburi area, some tourists around with the bridge, history etc but easy to get away from. Have a look at all the national parks, there is a good web site on them and accommodation at most for a few days stay. Coming into the rainy season now so might make it more difficult to move around. If you are on a bike be very careful, don't become another road death statistic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikkalad Posted May 18, 2013 Share Posted May 18, 2013 Question on the motor bike ownership, found a nice KLX 150 for a great price , comes with green book. As I only will have tourist visa, can I buy it and register the bike ? Or is there other ways to do this ? When you register the bike in your name you will need a Tabien Baan ... Place of residence letter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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