Q1. Where did you move to and when?

I moved to China in December 2017

Q2. How long did you work in Thailand?

Nine years.

Q3. What was your main reason for moving?

Money pure and simple. The salaries in Thailand have remained the same for nearly 15 years.

Q4. What are the advantages of working where you are now compared to Thailand?

It's cleaner.
Crime-free.
People don't stare and gossip deliberately in front of you.
More money and less to pay.
Taxi system.
Weather is better on the whole.
Organization
Rules are adhered to.

Q5. What do you miss about life in Thailand?

Food
Freedom
Weekends
People from outside the major cities (I don't miss those from Bangkok, Rayong and so on.)
Being able to do as I please.
Diversity
Communities.
Beaches and natural beauty.

Q6. Would you advise a new teacher to seek work in Thailand or where you are now?

Thailand for sure. China earns you big money but it is as boring as can be. If you want to do both, make sure you hit China first so you can appreciate Thailand more. If you go from Thailand to China you will drive yourself insane with the mundane way of life here.

Q7. Any plans to return to Thailand one day?

Definitely. Hopefully within the next three years, maximum five.
I always look back with fond memories of Thailand. China has nothing to offer other than cash.

Q8. Anything else you'd like to add?

Make sure you research the school in China you will work at. Other than the established international schools the rest will sell an image that is not realistic. Their ideas of international schools are not what we think of. Speak to the teachers of the school before you join.