My first few weeks interning at Galaxy Kids have been amazing. This company specialises in creating apps for kids from 3-8. The app helps them learn Chinese and English. I’ve been lucky enough to form strong connections with my colleagues already. I sit next to Charlie; his strength is marketing. Other than the boss, Jerry,…Continue Reading Māori Boy in Bangkok
Week One in Bangkok
Kiharoa Iversen New Years Hello and happy New Year’s from Thailand! This first week in Bangkok was definitely a new experience for me. Getting the opportunity to be immersed in a new culture and environment was somewhat surreal, especially in a continent I have never been to. We arrived here on the 30th of December,…Continue Reading Week One in Bangkok
Welcome to Bangkok! ยินดีต้อนรับ!
Celebrating New Years’ eve, visiting crazy local markets, eating delicious food, and exploring the city by MRT, are just some of the many things that made my first visit to Bangkok as memorable as ever. It’s hard to talk about the past week in Bangkok without mentioning the hustle and bustle of the city itself….Continue Reading Welcome to Bangkok! ยินดีต้อนรับ!
Contrasts and Commonalities: A New Zealander’s Perspective on Bangkok
Introduction Four days into an overseas experience in Bangkok, Thailand, and already, I’ve been struck by some of the stark differences and similarities between here and my home country, New Zealand. Here are a few from first impressions. Differences An Overflow of Information One of the first things I noticed upon arriving in Thailand was…Continue Reading Contrasts and Commonalities: A New Zealander’s Perspective on Bangkok
New Year’s Eve in Siam, Bangkok
สวัสดีปีใหม่. Happy New Year! I’ve decided to start my first blog post by describing the amazing night in Siam, Bangkok, as midnight hit and the new year began. The night began around 7pm with a quick train ride to Siam Station via the BTS Skytrain, absolutely crammed with locals and tourists alike. Many were excited…Continue Reading New Year’s Eve in Siam, Bangkok