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Participant

Lauren S.

Thailand
Hometown: Edmond, Oklahoma

CONTENT CREATOR FOR CIEE

BA in ART HISTORY

KINDERGARTEN PHONICS TEACHER at Maryvit Bowin

Insta: @laurenemiily

Tiktok: @laurenandarthistory and @laurenemiilyy

Posts

Can You Ethically See Elephants in Thailand?

By Lauren S.

One of my most embarrassing moments in Thailand occurred at the beginning of my time here. At orientation, when people would ask what my goals are while in Thailand, I... keep reading

How to Lesson Plan for Kindergarteners in Thailand

By Lauren S.

I am not a teacher. I majored in Art History in college, so teaching in Thailand is my first time in the classroom. That said, this experience has been a... keep reading

Solo Trip to Chiang Mai: My 2 1/2 Days Itinerary

By Lauren S.

I am an introvert. I always have been and always will be. When I was younger, people would underestimate me, my intelligence, and my competence just because I was quiet... keep reading

Day in the Life of Teaching English Abroad in Thailand

By Lauren S.

Fun fact: Thailand is the only country in Southeast Asia not colonized by Europeans. Ancient traditions, tranquil mountain tops, sparkling beaches, and shopping malls spanning an entire block fill this... keep reading

The Best One-Day Itinerary for Chiang Rai, Thailand

By Lauren S.

Whether you are looking for serene temples, bustling markets, and breathtaking scenery, Chiang Rai offers a perfect blend of ancient wonders and modern charm. According to 12 Go Asia, the... keep reading

What You Should and Should Not Pack for Thailand

By Lauren S.

How do you pack to move to another country for six months? I asked myself this question a million times per day as I prepared to depart for Thailand and... keep reading

How to Survive the Holidays Abroad

By Lauren S.

Not Home for the Holidays Hot chocolate, snowflakes, and cozy sweaters- these are what come to mind when I think about the holidays in the US. Here in Thailand, that... keep reading

What I Eat as a Teacher in Thailand

By Lauren S.

Who doesn't love Thai food? Pad Thai, fried rice, curries. As long as it's not too spicy, I love it all! Well, I loved Americanized Thai food, at least. Of... keep reading

Living like a Local- 4 day Weekend in Koh Chang

By Lauren S.

@laurenemiilyy I HELD A BALL OF FIRE ♬ 2GOOD4U - Marluxiam One of the benefits of living in a country longer term, like CIEE’s 6-month English teaching program, is that... keep reading

Teaching in Spain vs. Thailand

By Lauren S.

Pit Stop Before Thailand @laurenandarthistory my new happy place ♬ After Last Night (Sped Up Version) - sped up nightcore When researching CIEE's many programs, I struggled to decide between... keep reading

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