Category Archive For "Insurance"
How to select health insurance in Thailand
Anyone hunting for health coverage will want to find a plan that suits them best. With so many policies to choose from, however, selecting the best plan on your own is no easy feat. This, coupled with the fact that there’s no such thing as a one-version-fits-all plan, all goes to show the pivotal role …
5 health benefits of barre classes
A combination of ballet, mat pilates, and yoga, barre is a fitness style that has gained popularity over recent years. While the low-impact exercise may look fairly easy, it is much more demanding than it seems. By incorporating pulsing and other isometric contractions, barre makes your muscles burn and your body shake. It doesn’t matter …
What are the most common exclusions in your health insurance plan?
Life can be unpredictable. It’s not uncommon that your doctor suggests a course of treatment, and you comply, only to find out that your insurance plan only pays for a portion of the price or none at all. Imagine how disappointed and upset you would be. This can be a massive barrier to you receiving …
The retirement visa and mandatory health insurance in Thailand
Thailand is renowned the world over for being a popular destination for retirees. The country ticks many if not all the boxes on a retiree’s wish list. In fact, retirees have access to gorgeous beaches, top healthcare services, traditional and modern Thai gastronomy, vibrant culture, and much more! So if you are 50 and above, …
Artificial Intelligence in Thailand: What you should know
Artificial intelligence or AI can often conjure up dystopian images of robots taking over the world. While the reality may be a far cry from our perceptions, organizations implementing AI solutions are still not able to take things lightly. Global advisory and research firm Gartner believes that AI needs to be strategically leveraged for effective deployment, …
How will the post-pandemic nightlife in Bangkok look like?
The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed the way we work, travel, study, and socialize. Online learning is getting more popular while working from home has become the new normal in certain industries. Imaginably, the nightlife scene worldwide was hugely affected as well. From Bangkok to Seoul, bars and nightclubs were closed due to the lockdown …
Digital nomad health insurance: how to choose the right one
Some people value their freedom more than anything, and as such, they choose more of a freelance type of work for themselves. Traveling the world while making a living is the basic definition of what digital nomads do. This lifestyle is truly an amazing experience, often glorified by the younger generations, however, digital nomads must …
6 Ways Coronavirus Will Change the Way We Travel in the Future
Given that the COVID-19 virus has started to show signs of abating in some areas, the governments of some countries, such as Thailand and South Korea, have gradually eased their coronavirus restriction and lockdown measures. For example, during the Golden Week holiday, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines restored flights between Seoul and Jeju Island to …
Common outpatient treatments covered by an expat health insurance plan
Expats in Thailand may be wondering where to go for outpatient treatment if a health problem arises that doesn’t require them to stay overnight. There are indeed a number of medical institutions ranging from hospitals, centers, and clinics across the country that can offer a variety of medical services. But how do you go about …
How to maintain mental health during the Covid-19 outbreak
The Covid-19 outbreak is having a major impact on the lives of many people living in Thailand. Just about every industry is affected including finance, manufacturing, services, and tourism, leaving problems down the line for individuals and families. Expats, as well as their family members, are also feeling the effects with jobs and businesses affected, …
