Category Archive For "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 …
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Tesla starts EV sale in Thailand
Exciting news for expats looking to purchase a Tesla (Tesla Inc.) in Thailand. From December 7th, 2022, you can book to purchase a Model 3 or Model Y. The timing of the bookings comes at a juncture when competitors from China are all competing for a share of the electric vehicle (EV) market in Thailand, …
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 …
How to stay healthy during pregnancy
When you see those two lines on your pregnancy test, it is an exciting yet overwhelming feeling as your world is about to be turned upside down. While there will still be many more months before you get to meet your bundle of joy, and there may be a lot of things to figure out, …
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, …
5 Halloween events to attend in Bangkok
It’s time for trick-or-treat! Are you an expat living in Bangkok wondering if you can celebrate Halloween in the city? There are many venues across Bangkok getting ready to celebrate the spooky festival. We hope you already have a costume in mind because the following list will have you scheduling your Halloween weekend with fun-packed …
Thailand ranked the worst pension system in the world
Thailand frequently dominates the charts when it comes to places to travel. However, this time the Land of Smiles has bagged the top spot for having the world’s worst pension system – while Iceland is ranked as the best pension system in the world and Singapore ranked as the best pension system among countries and …
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Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022: What you need to know before going
Are you in Thailand and planning to visit Qatar for the Fifa World Cup? The biggest tournament in the world will kick off on November 20th, 2022, and will last over a month. It is the first World Cup held in the Middle East, so you will have to learn the dos and don’ts there. …
