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Why Some Expats Stay in Thailand for 30 Years—While Others Leave After Just 6 Months

Every year, thousands of foreigners move to Thailand with dreams of a better life. Some stay for decades, while others leave within months. Here's what I've observed after years of living in Thailand—and why success has less to do with money than you might think.

Robert D. Garrett

Jul 206 min read