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5 Creative Ways to Make New Friends When You Move to Hua Hin

Hua Hin Property Partner
Written by Hua Hin Property Partner

You just made a major life decision and decided to relocate to the place of your dreams. Hua Hin is a beautiful locale in Thailand, and you can find plenty of cheap, amazing places to live there. However, a new living location is not as enjoyable without friends.

Making friends in any location is intimidating. You never know if people will like you, or maybe you are not sure how to approach new people. This is scary in and of itself, let alone in a new location with possible language barriers. However, putting yourself out there is the best way to make new friends. It is scary, but it is worth it.

So if you are excited about your move but you are unsure where to begin to find kindred souls, here are some fun suggestions about how to make new friends in Hua Hin.

1. Start or Join a Language Exchange

Moving to Thailand, especially if you know little to no Thai, is intimidating, but feasible. Many people in Thailand, particularly in Hua Hin, which has recently become a popular tourist destination, speak English, so you may think you have no need to learn the Thai language.

However, joining a language exchange is a fun and engaging way of learning the Thai language, passing on your own knowledge of English (or your native language, if not English), and bonding with other people. Language exchanges only work if there is an even exchange of effort, and you will gain a new skill in the process. As you learn, you will also bond with and learn more about people who are just as interested in other places as you are.

2. Join a Club

Hua Hin is experiencing a massive boom in people moving there, as well as popularity among tourists. There are lots of activities to do and clubs to join. If you love sports, consider joining a local competitive team or group that plays for fun. You will meet like-minded individuals who enjoy things that you enjoy, and you will find yourself bonding with new people before you know it.

Many expats join clubs and participate in activities in an effort to meet new people, so you will find people in situations similar to your own, too.

3. Attend Local Events

Hua Hin, much like the rest of Thailand, is rich in culture. There are tons of events and festivals going on locally, as well as plenty of hotspots to visit when you are feeling brave. Immersing yourself in the local culture is a surefire way to meet new individuals and hopefully bond over your mutual wonder and appreciation.

The culture in Thailand is very much centered on respect and appreciation for traditions and local festivities. If you commit yourself to becoming a part of the culture, you will most certainly find new people to befriend.

4. Go Out More

Bars, restaurants, cafes, and shops are great places to meet new people, particularly in a place as bustling as Hua Hin. Encourage yourself to go out more and see new places, spend some time in a local bar or café and people-watch. You can easily find someone to interact with, but make sure they are open to interaction before jumping in.

If you know how to read people, this is a great way to make new friends. There are tons of causal environments to strike up a conversation in, you just have to be brave enough to do it.

5. Find Fellow Expats

Hua Hin has a huge expat population. There are meetups and even Facebook groups you can join to find people in your situation. This is a great way to bond, and it’s important to have friends that understand where you’re coming from.

Conclusion

Making friends sounds scary, but there are lots of things you can do to break the ice. These are just a few suggestions to help you bust into the social scene of Hua Hin, and live your new life to the fullest.

But before you can start meeting people, you need a place to call home. Contact Hua Hin Property Partner today to find a beautiful home, condo, or villa in the city at an affordable price!

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