About Modern Expat Magazine
Modern Expat Magazine is an independent Thailand publication reported from Phuket. We cover expat life, property, culture, events and the practical work of building a life in Thailand.
Real people, real stories
Moving abroad is exciting and disorienting. Modern Expat began with first-hand reporting from Phuket and Thailand: the founders, freelancers, families, businesses and friendships behind the relocation headlines. That remains our deepest locally reported coverage.
Our earlier worldwide city and country guides remain available as a clearly labelled archive. New editorial work is Thailand-focused: stories and interviews capture lived experience, while practical guides explain the legal, property, healthcare, transport and community systems behind a move.
What We Cover
Locally grounded reporting
First-hand Thailand coverage and honest conversations with people building lives abroad.
Connection beyond the screen
The local scenes, recurring activities and events that help a new place become home.
Existing guides remain available
Earlier country and city guides stay online for readers and search history, but they are no longer the magazine's active publishing focus.
Frequently asked questions
What is Modern Expat Magazine?
Modern Expat Magazine is an independent Thailand publication reported from Phuket. It covers expat life, property, culture, events and practical relocation, while retaining its earlier worldwide guides as an archive.
What is SocialGryd and how is it related?
SocialGryd is a social networking app for human connection through wellness, fitness and shared activities. Modern Expat partners with SocialGryd so readers can meet up, discover events and find their community in real life. Events and meetups featured in the magazine link to the SocialGryd app.
How do SocialGryd Meetups work?
You post a status for an activity you want to do, a sunrise swim, a coworking day, a tennis partner, a supper club. People nearby within 5, 10 or 25 km see it, an automatic chat opens when you match, and you meet up in person. There are 13 meetup types across health, fitness, coworking and socials.
Where can I download the SocialGryd app?
SocialGryd is free on the Apple App Store and Google Play. Links are available throughout Modern Expat Magazine and at socialgryd.com.
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