Expat life in BKK

What is it really like for an expat living in Bangkok? Well let me just say it is not easy to begin with, but it is a lifestyle I wouldn't be able to afford back in South Africa that is for sure. When I decided to  move to a foreign country I had to realise that I was not just here to visit for a few days, I needed to find an apartment and settle in. This whole process of making bkk my home was unexpectedly easy in some ways and equally frustrating in others. What I did have to accept straight off the bat was that my life back in South Africa could in no way be replicated in great big Bangkok (as much as I tried).

Chatuchak- the market of all markets

I love a good market, ask anyone who knows me. Was I prepared for Chatuchak market when we arrived? The answer is no... no I was not. Let me tell you the basic stats first before I go into detail. The Chatuchak Weekend Market (or Jatujak as known by the locals) is arguably the biggest market in the world, with approximately 15000 stalls and shops covering over 27 acres of land. Yes I know, its unbelievable. Don't go with an empty purse!!