Nature lovers welcome at our garden centre in Nakhonratchasima, Thailand

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  Description

  Sa was dee Krap/ka, everyone. We welcome volunteers to our garden centre to help in exchange for food and a room. We want to welcome you as part of our family :) Khun Nittaya has two daughters and a son.
  
  We run a small garden center in Nakhon Ratchasima province (commonly known as Korat)is the largest city in northeastern Thailand and a key economic and cultural center in Isan. Along with Bangkok and Chiang Mai, it ranks among Thailand's largest cities by urban population. The garden centre It is 20 minutes from Korat city. 1.5 hr from Khao Yai National Park, and 3 hrs from Bangkok Towards Laos, Cambodia.
  
  You will be helping out along with Nittaya to start, we will help you learn. When you know how to do work you can do it independently.
  
  Khun Nittaya can only speak Thai and no English. Other family members speak decent English. If they are not around you will need to use your own phone translator to communicate with her it is depending on which country your are from :) but she is very friendly and can help you learn by showing you.
  
  All welcome! Especially those who are into practicing yoga and meditation, mindfulness, open-minded & honest, respectful :)
  
  Looking forward to meeting you guys. Please introduce yourselves, then arrival & departure date.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Elderly Companionship

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Babysitting and creative play

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Beach

  

  Nature

  

  Mountain
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Nittaya and others are able to communicate in Pali, Isaan, Thai, as well as the local dialects of Korat and Northern Thailand.
  We can help you learn some Thai language, also Thai and Isan (Laos) cooking. Feel free to help Nittaya anytime and learn how to cook or prepare.
  I can show you how to do some traditional Thai dancing.
  Experience local Thai/Isaan culture with our family.
  We live in a very local area so can meet lots of local people and know how they live.
  You can cook something for us if you want, maybe spaghetti as it is easy to find but still special meal for us. we would like to try your cooking. If you do not want to though it is not a problem.
  Can go to the local temple on monk days with Nittaya.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  The first day of your arrival is your free day, and you can have 2 days off a week. You can pick whatever days off you want.
  
  You will mainly help Nittaya with daily tasks.
  
  You won't need to do all of these every day, it's up to you how you want to spend your time working :)
  
  1. In the house help with cooking, cleaning, clean up after each meal. Also occasionally playing with the kids, they are very young and cute.
  
  2. In the Garden each day can be a different job but in general maintaining each day
  *️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️ trim/weeding pot plants trees, sweep the leaves up and put them in the bin for compost.
  *️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️ watering the garden :) need to be careful to use water pump correctly to not damage it, we will show you.
  *️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️ greeting customers (say sawas dee krap if you are a man, and sa was dee ka if you are a woman).
  * Help customers carry trees a short distance to their vehicle.
  
  3. If you see thing need to be done and you want to help feel free to ask Nittaya.
  
  4. Prefer someone who can help out for a while both in the morning and/or afternoon. Or you can choose your preferred time that is suitable for you and the climate. Please inform us uppon your arrival. We are flexible 😉
  
  (And for those who are good friends and are suitable, always welcome to stay longer or come back and see us again.)
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  During your stay,please take off your shoes while inside (Thai culture). If your clothes get dirty in the garden, please change when you are inside the house.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Thai: Fluent
  English: Intermediate
  Spanish: Beginner
  French: Beginner
  Japanese: Beginner
  Lao: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  Stay in a private or share room in our house ,Fan, Unlimited WiFi. Washing machine provided but wash your socks by hands plz :) House has multiple bathrooms with showers.Please do not dispose of sanitary napkins, toilet paper, or any other similar items in the toilet. Kindly use the designated disposal bin provided.😀
  
  There are usually 4-5 people in the house depends who is here. Some older people and also one or two kids. We also have a rabbit and a cat for if you are allergic.
  
  We have a guestbook to remember our guests with some questions, please feel free to write in it :)
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  We provide you with all the food in exchange for helping us, no need to buy anything. Days off you can still have food here as well if you want :) We often eat meals together, but there is always snacks/food to have in the fridge as well.
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  And it is good to have a few apps in hand incause you need something special there will be delivering to your door ( garden centre) eg. 7-11 , Lotus's, Tops ,Grab.
  Local a lacard food, noodle, coffee walking distance about 200 meters.
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  What else ...

  Apart from sunscreen, wearing a hat, and staying hydrated, for mosquito repellent, while spray is easy to use, lotion is more efficient and provides longer-lasting protection.
  
  The Royal Thai Government operates Hotline 1111, a contact center helpline available 24/7 in Thailand. It handles complaints and offers assistance to tourists, Thai citizens, and foreign residents, providing prompt help to foreigners who may need it while in Thailand. Services are offered in both English and Thai. 😀 You can call directly from your mobile phone at no charge.
  
  🇹🇭 Thailand is typically warm all year round:) Feel free to go Sightseeing/explore places by yourself on your days off or after work anytime.
  From Korat city easy to get taxi/Grab but from Garden might need more waiting time.
  You can also borrow our Bicycle to go cycling in the area.
  If you prefer your transport to elsewhere there are motorbikes for rent in Korat city.
  or you can use our one. ( Not recommended if you are not an experienced driver).
  
  Our place has easy transport connections to Korat city. From the city you can then get buses/trains to lots of other places in Thailand as well, and even Cambodia/Laos.
  
  Around here, you might be interested e.g The Mall, Terminal 21, Central, Save One market
  Thao Suranaree(Yamo), Phimai Historical Park.
  Wat Sala Loi (15mins from Garden)
  Prasat Hin Phanom Wan (7km or 10 mins from Garden)
  
  Khao Yai National Park World Heritage, hiking trails, waterfalls, campsites, and wildlife like monkeys, deer, and Asian elephants. 😀 (<2hr from Korat city)
  
  On Your departure day when you know the date and time please organize the taxi/ Grab or your transport in advance.
  Nittaya can assist or talk with the driver at Garden Center before you leave to make sure you will get to the right place.
  If you have any trouble locating the driver or need assistance during your trip, don’t hesitate to let us know. We’re here to help and will do our best to ensure you get to your destination smoothly. Feel free to reach out if you need any support or additional information.
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  In Korat (Nakhon Ratchasima), you have two primary bus stations:
  
  The Old Bus Station: Located in the center of town, this station primarily handles buses to Bangkok and popular destinations like Khao Yai National Park. It's more centrally located and convenient if you're staying in or near the city center.
  
  The New Bus Station: Situated a few kilometers from the city center, just past Terminal 21, this station serves as the main hub for buses traveling to various other destinations both within and outside of the region. It’s larger and more modern, catering to a wider range of routes.
  
  Here are some transport to/from the garden center. The bus or Song taw it will cost you from 20 - 40 baht. Grab/Bolt 150 to 300.
  1.Tha Chang Bus (Song Thaw): The Number 18 Chukarat-Tha Chang Song Thaw departs from the old bus station in Korat. This bus passes by the garden center inform the driver in advance that you will get of at Garden Center.
  (If you already in the city, head to Mea Kim Heng Market (ตลาดเเม่กิมเฮง), which is located near Yamo (ย่าโม) and the old bus station (บขส.เก่า). From there, take Song Tew No. 18 (รถสองเเถวสาย 18 หรือรถท่าช้าง). You can wait on the same side as Wat Sakea (วัดสะเก). The ride to the Garden Center will cost you 15 baht and takes approximately 30 minutes.
  
  2.Buriram-Surin Bus: Departing from the new bus station, this bus also passes by the garden center. It is slightly more expensive, usually costing under 40 baht, and may offer different routes or schedules depending on the day and time.
  
  *** When taking either bus, it’s a good idea to let the driver know your destination in advance. If you’d like, I can provide you with the location in Thai and a Google Maps link to ensure a smooth trip. Just let me know where you’re headed, and I’ll help with the details!
  
  4. Ban Phanao Train Station is relatively close to the garden center. It’s about a 10-minute walk from the garden center to the train station, making it a convenient option if you prefer to travel by train.
  5. We may be able to pick you up or drop you off if possible, but we strongly recommend arranging your own transport to ensure everything runs smoothly. 😀
  
  ( To catch a bus to the city, you’ll need to walk across the road from the garden center to the opposite side. From there, you can catch a bus heading towards the city. Once you’re in the city area, it will be easier to find Grab or a taxi for further transportation. )
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  From Bangkok:
  Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport: Take the Airport Link to BTS Mo Chit Station. The total journey should take about 20-30 minutes.
  From BTS Mo Chit Station:
  Taxi/Grab/Bolt: A quick and convenient option, taking about 5-10 minutes to Mo Chit Bus Station.
  Bus/Motorbike: You can also take a bus or motorbike to the Mo Chit Bus Station.
  At Mo Chit Bus Station:
  We usually recommend taking Nakhonchai21. This bus is comfortable with amenities like a water bottle, a box of cookies, a bathroom, and cold air conditioning. Buses typically depart every 30 minutes to an hour.
  Alternatively, Nakhonchai21 has its own station nearby if you prefer not to go into Mo Chit Bus Station.
  Traveling by Train: Another option is to take a train from Don Mueang Station to Korat, which takes about 4.5 hours.
  
  Contact Us: Please reach out to us via WhatsApp before your visit to the garden. 😊
  
  Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you!

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Just no dogs as we have a cat and a rabbit in the house.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  Hours expected

  5 hours per day, 5 days a week

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