Gary Adriaenssens
@Gary1957
Belgian expat in Thailand
Forum posts
67
Contacts
11
About me
Belgian
Lives in Bangkok
Speaks English-Dutch-German
Registration: 27 July 2011
Best health insurance company by Gary1957
Can anyone here give advice on which insurance company is affordable in general? I'm retired 65, living in Bangkok, and urgently need one. It's to cover medical costs. Thank you all in advance for your opinion.
ok, thanks for this useful information. Appreciated. Read More
Best health insurance company by Gary1957
Can anyone here give advice on which insurance company is affordable in general? I'm retired 65, living in Bangkok, and urgently need one. It's to cover medical costs. Thank you all in advance for your opinion.
Thank you for the advice. I'm getting 66 in May. I was diagnosed with a hernia recently at Camillian hospital. Will cost between 90-100,000 baht which for the moment I don't have. Any other hospital you can recommend is welcome. Read More
Best health insurance company
Can anyone here give advice on which insurance company is affordable in general? I'm retired 65, living in Bangkok, and urgently need one. It's to cover medical costs. Thank you all in advance for your opinion. Read More
Private English Tutor by VitaNova
Hi, Any freelance English tutors here? I've been teaching for 8 years in different countries and I love finding students and teaching them in their homes and offices. I also teach online, depending on the country private classes can be very ...
Are you living in Thailand right now? 600 baht per hour is already high in my opinion and with the economic crisis also hitting bad here I'm afraid it will be quite hard to find Thai students. Lots of Thais lost their job so studying English ... Read More
Education question.
Why aren't there any more language related teaching jobs available in general in Portugal? In comparison with Spain & Italy it seems there's little or no interest at all in learning a foreign language. Maybe that's such an impression ... Read More
Language schools work. by Gary1957
How come there are so many language schools in Malta - is there such a big demand for language learning in a rather small country? I'm a certified teacher (62) based in Bangkok (Th.). I teach English, German, Dutch and Geography. Have a EU ...
No problem, I understand. Take care and thanks for the message. Read More
Language schools work. by Gary1957
How come there are so many language schools in Malta - is there such a big demand for language learning in a rather small country? I'm a certified teacher (62) based in Bangkok (Th.). I teach English, German, Dutch and Geography. Have a EU ...
Are you currently in Malta or Austria? Read More
Language schools work. by Gary1957
How come there are so many language schools in Malta - is there such a big demand for language learning in a rather small country? I'm a certified teacher (62) based in Bangkok (Th.). I teach English, German, Dutch and Geography. Have a EU ...
Hi Bernie (I think that's your name, Iris your wife, and the others your kids - correct me if I'm wrong). First of all many thanks for your message and useful information. Secondly, wish you a happy 2020 and loads of work, probably in ... Read More
Language schools work.
How come there are so many language schools in Malta - is there such a big demand for language learning in a rather small country? I'm a certified teacher (62) based in Bangkok (Th.). I teach English, German, Dutch and Geography. Have a EU ... Read More
Accommodation in Vientiane? by Travellr
Hello, I am an online teacher looking to spend a few months in Laos. I would like a single room, with fast internet. A condo would be fine. Any suggestions appreciated.
Anyone has some good suggestions of guesthouses that are willing to offer discounted monthly prices concrning this topic? Planning to move out from Bangkok to Vientiane area for either teaching work or biz set up towards Jan. 2020. Many thanks in ... Read More
Savannahket details by Gary1957
Any expats living & working in Savannahket for some time? Am living in Bangkok for the moment but considering a move. Have been active here in language education and consulting matters. Try to find out if starting up a small consulting business ...
Thank you for the info. and apology for late reply. I've been doing some consultancy for real estate agencies here in Bangkok but to be honest with not much results, it's rather an oversaturated market locally. Too many players in general. ... Read More
Savannahket details
Any expats living & working in Savannahket for some time? Am living in Bangkok for the moment but considering a move. Have been active here in language education and consulting matters. Try to find out if starting up a small consulting business ... Read More
Investment Thailand by Gary1957
Would investing in agriculture & farming in the area of Mukdahan & Sakhon Nakhon near the vicinity of the Laos border (Savannahket) a good idea or not? If some feasility exists how much would it require to start up a small farmproject ...
Yes, I understood what you were telling and advising me. One hears so many stories about this subject, and unfortunately, most are not really positive. I appreciate you sharing your expertise on this and it was just to hear from people like you what ... Read More
Investment Thailand
Would investing in agriculture & farming in the area of Mukdahan & Sakhon Nakhon near the vicinity of the Laos border (Savannahket) a good idea or not? If some feasility exists how much would it require to start up a small farmproject ... Read More
Buy-in wholesale advice.
OK Eric, thanks a lot for your advice and opinion. Will keep in touch, if you don't mind, for further plans and/or inquiry. Have a great day. Gary Read More
Buy-in wholesale advice.
I've been wondering if it is still worthwhile to buy stock wholesale at Bobae market for re-sale, either on-line or at a certain place as a vendor (obviously for a Thai person!)? Anyone has experience in this now or from the past? Don't have ... Read More
Do Thai men and Thai ladies speak English well? by princeton11
Considering the fact that Thailand has become a hotspot for tourists, I鈥檓 curious about the English skills of Thai men and Thai ladies. Are they fluent in English? Or do they speak broken English? I know for a fact that in Singapore, English ...
One word "NO!" Read More
Belgian or Dutch nationals in Mombasa.
OK, thanks a lot. Have a nice new week. Read More
Belgian or Dutch nationals in Mombasa.
Is he retired or still working? And a French or Dutch speaker? Read More
Belgian or Dutch nationals in Mombasa.
Hi, greetings from Bangkok in Thailand. I 'm just checking here if there are any Flemish or Dutch people residing in Mombasa (or other city in Kenya) ? I'm considering a possible move to Kenya for career reasons (am active in education & ... Read More
Retail space sought Bangkok by Gary1957
My Thai gf and I are investigating and researching the possibility of starting with a small clothes shop somewhere in Bangkok. I know, we're not the only and first ones, and are aware of the buy-in (wholesale) issue; Pratunam, BoBee and there ...
Thanks for the tip and comments. Yes, I'm a little skeptical about it too, many Thais doing the same thing and when they have something in their mind (dreams!) it's usually hard to convince them it's not worth the time and especially the ... Read More
Retail space sought Bangkok
My Thai gf and I are investigating and researching the possibility of starting with a small clothes shop somewhere in Bangkok. I know, we're not the only and first ones, and are aware of the buy-in (wholesale) issue; Pratunam, BoBee and there ... Read More
RETIRMENT visa for THAILAND
Hi, can you be more specific about your current situation? Are you over 50 and have 800,000 baht in a Thai bank account or already on a pension of ca. 65k? Read More
Belgians in Vientiane or other?
Yes, that could be the best option. Not sure if they will consider Non-NES speakers but it's worth the try of course. Appreciate your advice and message. :) Read More
Belgians in Vientiane or other?
I'm a Belgian from the city of Antwerp and reside in Bangkok-Thailand since September 2001. I'd like to get in contact with fellow Belgians or other nationalities living in Laos. In that long period of time I've been active in education, ... Read More
Info. for language teacher by Gary1957
I'm a language teacher, English-Dutch-German, with 15 years teaching experience and like to find out on this forum if a move to Krakow is feasible these days. I'm a single Belgian-American male, in my 50's, and for the past years been ...
Hello, Ik denk dat het beter is om verder te gaan in de Nederlandse taal, nietwaar? Om te beginnen veel dank voor uw reaktie. Had er eerlijk gezegd niet teveel opgerekend en moet toegeven dat ik wel wat verbaasd ben dat er blijkbaar interesse ... Read More
Info. for language teacher
I'm a language teacher, English-Dutch-German, with 15 years teaching experience and like to find out on this forum if a move to Krakow is feasible these days. I'm a single Belgian-American male, in my 50's, and for the past years been ... Read More
Wooden baskets by Gary1957
Does anyone know where to find these wooden baskets that they use for making gift baskets? Preferably a wholesaler or specialized store to buy them in bulk. Thanks for any info. on that.
Hi Narisa, Many thanks for the reply. Yes, I think the economy isn't so good worldwide, except maybe China. I will look into it the upcoming months what is feasible. Anyway appreciate your info. as mentioned before. Have a nice day off tomorrow ... Read More
Wooden baskets by Gary1957
Does anyone know where to find these wooden baskets that they use for making gift baskets? Preferably a wholesaler or specialized store to buy them in bulk. Thanks for any info. on that.
Dear Rejoice, Thanks for your message and friend request. As mentioned I'm still doing research on this but would be nice to keep in contact. What kind of products are you referring to, are you in business here in Thailand or not (yet)? Take ... Read More
Wooden baskets by Gary1957
Does anyone know where to find these wooden baskets that they use for making gift baskets? Preferably a wholesaler or specialized store to buy them in bulk. Thanks for any info. on that.
Dear Narisa, Thank you for your message and useful information concerning these baskets. Prices mentioned are very acceptable. I was actually losing hope in ever getting some feedback about it :sosad: Can I ask if you are personally involved in ... Read More
Wooden baskets
Does anyone know where to find these wooden baskets that they use for making gift baskets? Preferably a wholesaler or specialized store to buy them in bulk. Thanks for any info. on that. Read More
Belgian-American teacher in Thailand by Gary1957
My name's Gary, 56, and a language teacher currently in Bangkok. Through this website I'd like to ask what my chances are to get a teaching position in a school in China. First I wish to mention that since I have only the Belgian nationality I'm ...
Thanks for the message and information Hans. As said I might take a trip to China later in the year, maybe during springtime. Not sure yet. It would be a huge step again indeed and going back to Belgium and join in the Euro mess in general isn't ... Read More
Belgian-American teacher in Thailand by Gary1957
My name's Gary, 56, and a language teacher currently in Bangkok. Through this website I'd like to ask what my chances are to get a teaching position in a school in China. First I wish to mention that since I have only the Belgian nationality I'm ...
Ok Hailey, thanks for your message and info. about this topic. I'll think it over, maybe just plan a visit there and see what comes along. Appreciate your advice. Take care and keep in touch, if u want to. Gary A. Read More
Belgian-American teacher in Thailand
My name's Gary, 56, and a language teacher currently in Bangkok. Through this website I'd like to ask what my chances are to get a teaching position in a school in China. First I wish to mention that since I have only the Belgian nationality I'm ... Read More
Any Belgians in Ukraine?
Hi, I'm a Belgian expat (Antwerp region) living in Thailand. Wondering if any Belgian nationals have made it to Ukraine for work or business? Look for new (job & biz) opportunity in Eastern Europe. I've been involved here in Bangkok in language ... Read More
Belgians in Texas?
I'm a Belgian expat living in Thailand. I'm from Antwerp and have been involved here in Bangkok in language teaching, of course mainly English but occasionally also Dutch and German. Also translations and some consulting. Would like to hear of ... Read More
Paypal details
Maybe it has been here before but can anyone tell me how to apply best for Paypal but not having a credit card. I have a savings account with Kasikornbank since 1999. Do Thai banks charge for it or not? What conditions eventually apply here? Any ... Read More
Just details requested. by Gary1957
Hi fellow expats, I know this is a long shot and some of you probably wonder what's wrong with me... But I just need to know how chances are in settling down in Seville and start a new challenge. Because that's what it is if you read my message ...
OK, thanks. So we could eventually exchange emails in Dutch/Flemish but it seems this isn't such a good place to do so. All seems to be going in English. Anyway my em address = aglenn6@gmail.com, just in case I have a few more inquiries. Hope your ... Read More
Just details requested. by Gary1957
Hi fellow expats, I know this is a long shot and some of you probably wonder what's wrong with me... But I just need to know how chances are in settling down in Seville and start a new challenge. Because that's what it is if you read my message ...
Thank you for the message. Can I ask from which region you are in Belgium and what made u decide to relocate to Seville? Retirement, new job or anything else? Like to know how the job market is in language education, translations and consulting, if ... Read More
Stampshops in Bangkok
OK, thanks a lot for the tip. I'll check it out. Appreciated. Read More
Just details requested.
Hi fellow expats, I know this is a long shot and some of you probably wonder what's wrong with me... But I just need to know how chances are in settling down in Seville and start a new challenge. Because that's what it is if you read my message ... Read More
Stampshops in Bangkok
Does anyone know where there are good quality stamp shops in Bangkok? There was one in the former World Trade Center which is now Central World but lost its name. Very difficult to find in search engines but maybe I missed it. Thanks for any update. Read More
Escaping Belgium by Tadamczuk
Dear all, I have a bit of a dilemma and was hoping someone can help me out. 聟 here goes I have a great job offer in Poland and need to start in September. The problem is that notice periods in Belgium are very specific. If I give my notice now, ...
Completely agree with you. I did it in 2001 and never heard anything from it later. Read More
Hi Everyone
Dear Rick, Nice to meet you on this site. My name's Gary, age 56, and live in Thailand since 2001. So quite a long time too. I'm originally from tiny Belgium and my interests are various. Have been active in education and translation but these days ... Read More
Need help finding something in kiev , please help
Hi and greetings from Thailand. My message has nothing to do with your request but have one for you. Read you've been there before. Am planning to visit myself in August on my way to my family's home in Belgium. Can u possibly recommend some good ... Read More
General info. requested
I'm actually looking for a local person (male-female) who can assist in setting up an education + translation affiliate in Ukraine. Could also be on-line after evaluation. Am Belgian-American, 55, involved in these fields and currently living in ... Read More
Tips on sea voyage.
Okay Richard, will try to do that. Thanks for the tip. Gary Read More
Tips on sea voyage.
Dear Philip, Since this is a very international site I better reply in English too... I'm afraid I didn't get your first message. I looked in my inbox and usually don't delete "serious" messages so something must've gone wrong back then. Thanks for ... Read More
Tips on sea voyage.
It's maybe an unusual request but I'd like to know if anybody knows where to look for making a voyage on a freighter from Bangkok to any European port. Should be doing this in April but hard to find any suitable info. or contacts in Bangkok and what ... Read More