Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia with more than 67 million people. Its official language is Thai, and the capital is Bangkok. Thailand is a popular tourist destination, with over 30 million visitors each year. Learning some basic Thai phrases could be the difference between having a great time and not.

A personal insight into the struggles and solutions for when you feel homesick while living abroad from Guest Writer-Freya Peake, a KET Teacher in Lampang Province, Thailand.

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One of the most marvelous of all Thai festivals is Loi Krathong. It is a true blessing if you are in Thailand during this time. Loi Krathong is a festival observed in Thailand, Laos, and Southeast Asia. The Loi Krathong festival takes place on the evening of the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar. Loi Krathong's dates change yearly because of the moon; however, it usually falls in October/November.