I Almost Died in Thailand?! + Epic Travel Tips, Food & Culture Shock | The Pod Abroad

🇹🇭✈️ Get ready for a deep dive into my incredible (and at times, almost deadly?!) trip to Thailand! In this episode of The Pod Abroad, I'm sharing all the must-knows for your Thailand adventure, from navigating the bustling streets of Bangkok to the serene beaches of Koh Samui.Howdy und Servus!! I'm Paulina :-) Welcome to The Pod Abroad, your go-to podcast for stories from international friends living around the globe! I'm originally from Texas and have been living in Munich, Germany for over 8 years. I initially moved for a master's program in sustainability and then liked it so much that I stayed!We'll cover everything you need to plan your Thailand getaway in 2025, including:

• Accommodation: Where we stayed in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and the islands.
• Varmtel in Bangkok: https://www.booking.com/Share-6p31qz8
• Pran in Chiang Mai: https://www.booking.com/Share-XwQycq
• Red Ginger in Ao Nang: https://www.booking.com/Share-iroIDv

• Food in Thailand: I’m talking about the curries (red, green, massaman, panang!), the amazing mango sticky rice, papaya salad, and even where to find fantastic vegan food in Thailand. Forget Pad Thai!

• Thailand Travel Tips: Learn from my experiences, including getting a local SIM card (Airalo e-sim!), navigating transportation (skip those Bangkok tuk-tuks!), what to pack (temple-appropriate attire), and crucial health advice (bug spray).

• Culture Shocks: What surprised me about Thai culture, including eating with a fork and spoon and the incredible kindness of the locals.

• Itinerary Breakdown: Bangkok's crazy markets (Chatuchak Weekend Market, Train Night Market), the beauty of Chiang Mai (temples, Thai cooking class, best massage ever!), and the islands (Ao Nang, Koh Samui).

• Massages in Thailand: You won't believe how amazing and affordable they are!

Plus, I'll share what I'd do differently next time and some crucial things I wish I knew before going to Thailand.If you're dreaming of a Thailand vacation, looking for Thailand travel tips, or curious about vegan eats in Thailand, this episode is for you! Listen to the full story and get all my Thailand recommendations!❤️ Enjoying The Pod Abroad? Subscribe for more travel adventures and expat stories!➡️ Check out my previous episode with Ong in Munich!    • The Best & Worst Parts of Living Abro...  Connect with us! [e-mail]: Ali Khazanbeik @alikhazanbeik Video, Audio, Music production/editing: Tim ter Huurne#Thailand #ThailandTravel #TravelGuide #Bangkok #ChiangMai #KohSamui #VeganThailand #ThaiFood #TravelTips .css-j9qmi7{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:1rem;margin-top:2.8rem;width:100%;-webkit-box-pack:start;-ms-flex-pack:start;-webkit-justify-content:start;justify-content:start;padding-left:5rem;}@media only screen and (max-width: 599px){.css-j9qmi7{padding-left:0;-webkit-box-pack:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;justify-content:center;}}.css-j9qmi7 svg{fill:#27292D;}.css-j9qmi7 .eagfbvw0{-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;color:#27292D;}