[EXPATRIATION] – THE Websites & Apps that will make your life easier in Thailand
YOU, expatriate in Bangkok, this article is for you! We found THE websites that will make your life easier. So take your computer … because you will not be able to continue without them from now on. 😉
“The departure is coming, I really need information …” Maybe we have the solution!
- About Thailand Living.
We obviously could not give you a ranking of websites without talking about About Thailand Living … more than 370 articles already available and always more each week, for our expatriates friends and Thailand lovers! Good plans, destinations, culture or news … search and find your happiness.
“Moving is a big step. And I still have no accommodation!” We have one for you!
- Company Vauban.
Before you start thinking about everyday life, you have to find housing already. Company Vauban is the first real estate agency in the country, and offers a team of professionals present to assist you in your efforts, for a rental or even a purchase. Hurry, your cozy nest is surely on this site.
“I would like to travel by train, but I have no information ...” We have THE website for you!
- State Railway of Thailand.
This site has all the information for your future weekends and getaways on Thai trains: timetables, routes and prices. So, what are you waiting for to visit Ayutthaya or Lop Buri?
“I have my business in Thailand, and I’m looking for some good deals.” Once again, hello!
- Deliver.ee.
Deliveries are always a headache for businesses … but not anymore, thanks to Deliver.ee. This little gem takes care of everything and coordinate everything to make your days easier!
Oh, and, just in case…
- Happy Fresh.
After the help sites, go to the most important topic: FOOD … or rather the chore of shopping. It will soon be over, thanks to Happy Fresh, which allows you to do your shopping online, and to receive them at your place directly … in 1 hours!
Are you more like spending hours on your mobile and leaving your computer on your desk? Rest easy, we also have THE best mobile apps … 😉
“I just arrived, but I have no idea about where to go!” May we kindly help you?
- Amazing Thailand.
This app is directly proposed by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). A lot of functionalities are offered such as information about the cultural life, events, festivals, shopping, etc … but also an option called Near By which is a kind of augmented reality proposing you places to visit following your current location.
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
- Bangkok City Guide.
This app is also proposed by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). We can find an augmented reality, like in Amazing Thailand. Activities, attractions, shopping, restaurants, hotels … Bangkok won’t have any secrets for you anymore.
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!*
“And how do I go there?” Here too, we can guide you!
- Bangkok Metro Transit Map.
This app allows you to access a detailed itinerary of the underground metro in Bangkok (MRT) and of the elevated one (BTS). It also covers trains and transfer buses for the airport (BRT). All the research are even automatically saved in the history of the app.
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
- Grab.
Grab allows you to order a cab or moto taxi and to choose your destination. Reductions are regularly proposed and you can follow your driver’s current location on the map, and how much the drive costs and you can also choose whether to pay – by card or cash.
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
- Next Station.
Are you lost in Bangkok? This app is made for you! Geolocalise yourself or just put an address, Next Station will show you the closest MRT or BTS station from you.
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
SMALL TIPS
also, think of offline maps such as Maps.me for example, and so know that it is possible to download maps on Google Map to use them offline later when you won’t have any internet connection.
“I don’t know neither where to eat nor where to sleep…” We do!
- Street Food Bangkok.
Street food has a great reputation in Thailand and you can find it almost everywhere. This app helps you make the difference and list you the best street food restos within Bangkok and some indications about the typical dishes to assist you choosing on what you wanna eat!
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
- Agoda.
Agoda has its headquarters in Bangkok and proposes much more accommodations in Asia than any other app. Moreover, its use is very simple and the offers are often very interesting.
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
- Food Panda.
You must already know Food Panda, THE master of your lazy evenings and weekends. Order the dish you want, and get it at home in minutes. A pizza tonight, what do you think?
Available on IPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
- Line Man.
Line Man describes itself as an on-demand application with professional services to meet all your needs at any time. In simpler language, this gem will take care of simplifying your life through services such as: food delivery, taxis, postal service and even online shopping!
Available on IPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
“How can I call from Thailand without paying?” Your family can feel better, we do have the solution!
10. LINE.
LINE is the equivalent of WhatsApp but hugely used in Asia. More than 170 millions regular users in the world, find all the functionalities such as vocal or video calls, sending pictures or videos, and it is free … with WiFi of course!
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
“And if I do not have WiFi?” No need to worry, we also do have an answer…
11. Avast Wi-Fi Finder.
This real gem will give you a map with all the WiFi networks close to you. Then, you will have to connect your devices to it by kindly asking the password…
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
Nevertheless, if you wish to have a mobile subscription during your stay, we also have some tips for you… “Which Mobile Plan To Choose When Arriving In Thailand”
Oh, and, just in case…
12. Thai Baht Exchange.
Thai Baht Exchange helps you to compare the Bahts with your own currency by converting your sum of money with the actual change rates. Those are actually updated every 10 minutes.
Available on iPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
- Seekster.
Seekster is a little gem that puts you in touch with all the services you need. Cleaning in all kinds: bed, sofa, carpet or car … Seekster will help you find the fairy home that you need!
Available on IPhone HERE!
Available on Android HERE!
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