For an English, a French, a Belgian or a Swiss, Thailand seems like paradise on earth. But between going to spend holidays and finding work there, there is a world of difference. For example, do not imagine finding a job in the construction industry. The building trades are very low paid and are reserved for the locals. But many industries are looking for English teachers to help them better communicate across borders.
Cities where to work
For a UK expatriate or from another country, there are cities in Thailand where foreigners are more likely to find work, even when they are without a diploma. Thailand might be one of the best place to teach English in Asia!
Phuket
It is an island, the largest in the country. You can easily get around, the roads are good. From it, it is possible to visit a string of small islands, all more enchanting than the others. On the temperature side, it turns all the year around 30 ° C, even if the rainy season does some damage.
It is here that people have the most chance to find a job when as cook or pizzaiolo. It must be said that many tourists come to spend their holidays there and stay there for a few years. Moreover, one fifth of the population is of foreign origin.
Pattaya
Another popular place for tourism in Thailand is Pattaya but, not always for the good reasons. People come here to have fun, to celebrate, day and night. Its Beach Road is one of the most famous in the world. If you are looking for a job, we recommend local classifieds, but know that the average salary is not very high compared to what can offer Europe.