Teaching English in Asia

A TEFL teacher’s guide to all things Asia (secretly our favourite continent…)

How to Barter in Thailand

In Thailand, haggling, bartering or bargaining over the price is part of the experience of buying. But if you’ve never bartered before, where do you start? And how do you know whether you have got …

The Mischievous Monkeys of Lopburi

If you are arriving at the railway station in Lopburi, make sure you hold onto your valuables. Or if you are visiting the spectacular ruins of the nearby Phra Prang Sam Yot, come to that. …

Where to Find the Best Buddha's in Thailand

In a country where over 90% of the population is Buddhist, Buddha images can be spotted around pretty much every corner in Thailand, not to mention in most schools, businesses and homes. However, these statues …

Teaching English in China: Jessica's Story

China intern, Jessica, has been living the TEFL dream teaching English in China. We asked her what she thought of the trip, what she liked and what she didn't (if anything!) Over to you... Hi Jessica! Which …

Thailand TEFL interns at a national park

Teach English in Thailand: My First Week in the Land of Smiles

Thailand TEFL Experience intern, Elena, tells us about her first week in the Land of Smiles! I made it! At this moment in time; I am sat inside my teacher accommodation, at a lovely school, in the beautiful …

What I learnt about culture when teaching English in Vietnam

Dear Vietnam: Your ways are one in a million So, there are many things I’ve become accustomed to since teaching English in Vietnam. I’ve grown used to the street I live on, where cuts of meat are sold …