FROM THE PRESIDENT'S DESK I’d like to discuss a member benefit that we don’t talk about a lot. We don’t talk about it even a little bit - and we should. I’m referring to how the Club subsidizes ticket prices so members pay less to attend Club events. We receive our funds from two sources, sponsor fees and new memberships. What we do with our money is pretty simple. We have fixed monthly operating expenses,
and other variable expenses such as printing, meeting supplies, small equipment, etc., but the bulk of our funds go to our charitable work and event subsidies. Going forward it will be more heavily weighted toward event subsidies. Event subsidies vary by event, but can be a couple hundred baht or more per person. The idea behind subsidies is to keep the cost as low as possible for members, to enable as many people as possible to attend. The more expensive the
event, the greater the subsidy. Take the recent picnic for example. The actual cost of the event was almost 950 baht per person, we subsidized 200 baht per person, reducing the ticket cost by 21%. The idea is to have a variety of events over the year so there’s something for everybody, and maintain a balance between low-cost and more expensive events. Subsidies are the best way we have to make all our events more affordable without sacrificing the quality of
them. One other thing we do, which can be confused with subsidies, is we sometimes offer a special price to non-members. It’s not a subsidy, it’s an recruiting expense if you will, designed to encourage non-members to attend with the hope they will then want to join the club. It doesn’t take a lot of new members at 1500 baht to offset the expense, so it basically pays for itself over time. What it boils down to is that the combination of subsidies and
“recruiting expense” is an important tool. We’re going to start being more open about our subsidies, by letting you know what the club contribution is for each event. Our Expat Connection meetings are the one event we typically don’t subsidize—because our fantastic partnership with the Duangtawan Hotel keeps them wonderfully affordable for everyone. We don’t contribute to the Saturday Breakfast at The Duke’s either, that’s entirely handled by The Duke’s, and the
discount for members is offered by them, not us. They’ve been one of our most steadfast sponsors for a great many years, keep them in mind the next time you’re wondering where to go for lunch or dinner! All other club events will be subsidized to some degree, and we’ll give you the details as each event comes along. Just remember, they are fueled primarily by our sponsors, show your gratitude by supporting them whenever you can. OK, just a couple of event
announcements before I go. The next Saturday Breakfast is coming up on March 7th, reservations are now being taken. See the article below for details. Also, we have a new little event coming up, and it’s free! Thanks to the folks at Elephant Parade Land, they’ve set aside a day for us to visit and tour their incredible museum and factory, and if you’re so inclined you can try you hand at painting an elephant of your own. There’s a bit more information just below and
a QR code to get more info and sign up. It’s limited to 25 people - don’t hesitate or you’ll miss out! That’s it, have a great week, and please be safe, -Kent P.S. That's not me at the top, that's my boss. ELEPHANT PARADE LAND TOUR Following our Expat Connection meeting last month, the Elephant Parade has kindly offered to host a private tour for our CEC Members and friends. See the factory, watch the skilled artist's at work and enjoy the museum. If you're really brave, test your talent and paint your own
elephant! Scan the QR code below for more information and to sign up. Only 25 spots available, don't procrastinate! |
NEXT EXPAT CONNECTION - MARCH 28 DUANGTAWAN HOTEL - 3RD FLOOR 9:45 - 10:30 - Coffee/Tea/Snacks/Sponsors 10:30 - 12:00 Meeting The next Expat Connection will be Saturday, March 28, at the Duangtawan Hotel. Peter Bell is putting the final touches on the program, the details keep on coming. Thomas Carden, our trusted friend from American International Tax Advisers, will be joining us, and will be bringing another AIT expert on Thai tax issues, Miss Patcha Ingkudanonda. She will discuss the
interpretation of Thai tax law regarding foreign income, ensuring that attendees comprehend that not all funds remitted into Thailand are subject to taxation. Additionally, she will clarify the tax consequences associated with foreigners transferring money to a Thai spouse or partner. Her presentation will be grounded in practical insights derived from actual cases that have been reviewed and audited by the Thai Revenue Department. Consequently, attendees will gain
knowledge of both Thai tax law and international tax treaties. Also on the program, will be our resident scam avoidance artist, Rick Hahn. Scams have been around forever. "Snake-oil salesman" and "smoke and mirrors" are terms from the 1800's. But now the scammers are much better - and have very sophisticated tools. They can find you from the other side of the world. Did you know that the scam Centers just a few hundred miles from here steal over
$10 billion from the people of the United States alone? We will show you how you can avoid becoming a victim. We also have a speaker coming from Bangkok Hospital. Details are coming, but a little birdie said it has to do with vision related to seniors and aging. More on this soon. Use this button to purchase your tickets. SATURDAY BREAKFAST at THE DUKE'S March 26, 2026 The Duke's - Ruamchok The next breakfast is this Saturday! CEC and Insiders 100 baht off at The Duke’s Breakfast Buffet! Reservations will open next week, check back for details. Saturday Morning ~ 7 March 2026 ~ 9:30–11:30 AM ADULTS: 345 baht (normally 445 baht) KIDS: only 195 baht Please reserve via email at... expatbreakfast@thedukes.co.th Or call us
at Ruamchok... 053-240-550 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ หิวไหม? พบกับ Insiders & CEC ลด 100 บาท ที่บุฟเฟต์อาหารเช้ารวมโชค เดอะ ดุ๊ก!
เช้าวันเสาร์ ~ 7 มีนาคม 2569 ~ 9:30–11:30 น. ผู้ใหญ่: 345 บาท (ปกติ 445 บาท) เด็ก: เพียง 195 บาทกรุณาสำรองที่นั่งทางอีเมลที่… expatbreakfast@thedukes.co.th หรือโทรหาเราที่รวมโชค… 053-240-550 REMINDER NEXT LADIES LUNCH IS FEBRUARY 26th 12 Noon Patus Pasta
Restaurant 160 Charoen Rat Road Wat Ket, M. Chiang Mai This is a fairly new Pasta Restaurant beside the Ping river, serving excellent Pasta and International food.
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Stephanie COME JOIN US FOR TUESDAY DINNER Every Tuesday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm Currently at the Wine Connection restaurant at Central Festival - they host us for free. They have easy parking, a great selection of food and drinks for members to buy, and a separate area we can use. This is scheduled to be a regular event every Tuesday between 5pm and 8pm. Everyone is welcome, come along, bring your friends and meet new ones! Cheers, Jim
Please plan to
join us! No reservations! No fees! Just come and socialize with your fellow expats in a delightful venue. BRIDGE CLUB OF CHIANG MAI We are a friendly bridge club with our own club house not far from the city centre. We have both Thai and expat members. Members and guests get together three times a week to play duplicate. We also offer periodic beginner bridge lessons. Please go to our website for further information: https://www.bridgewebs.com/chiangmai/ For any information, contact info@chiangmaiexpatsclub.com . Both the Swimming and the Board Games are at the same venue. The place is Na Non Restaurant, Pool & Gym. Map coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gKNGuXmZ3vQMaYEN7?g_st=am CMGEEKS (Chiang Mai Geeks) SPONSOR'S CLUB SPECIALS BELLA GOOSE CAFE & ROASTERY
offers 15% of in all 4 cafes with CEC/BG Card and 15% off all online orders with code CEC_15
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=ProAuto Promotion= - 10% discount for changing engine - 10% discount for tires - Free gift (calendar, microfiber cloth and scratch remover) when change engine oil or tires Please use the button above for more information and to sign up for courses. THANK YOU TO OUR VALUED SPONSORS Click on their logo or image to visit their website
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SERENE SENIOR CARE Enhancing quality of life, happiness, and well-being for every resident, every day. CHIANG MAI INTERNATIONAL ROTARY CLUB We are a small family-friendly group dedicated to child safety, health and education through our service projects. Thai Road Assist provides 24/7 country-wide roadside assistance services with
added member-value for cars and pickup trucks. We provide a one-stop solution
that offers easy, accessible, round the clock road-side assistance for broken
down cars in Thailand.
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www.thairoadassist.com AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL TAX ADVISERS Asia’s best U.S. tax firm. We are focused on assisting U.S. expatriates and businesses with tax planning, consulting and return preparation. Save the Date | Chiang Mai Doctor Seminar Longevity: Live Longer, Live Better: Evidence-Guided Options for Joint Pain
A clinical talk on Longevity, Joint Pain and Non-Surgical Options Join us for an educational seminar with live Q&A featuring Dr. Michael Ackland, an orthopedic surgeon and educator with decades of experience in complex reconstruction and
biologics-based care. Dr. Ackland does not hold public sessions like this often, so this is a rare opportunity to hear his clinical framework in person, ask thoughtful questions, and meet the Boston Health Longevity medical and senior management team. What you’ll learn: How clinicians build a longevity plan
Joint pain patterns and red flags
Non-surgical options, explained responsibly
Sat, 28 Feb 2026 |
14:00–16:00 (registration from 13:30)
Moreganic Restaurant, Away Chiang Mai Thapae
500 THB net (includes food and drinks) | Limited seats (20–30) Scan the QR to register and pay, or message us to reserve. Educational session only. Not individualized medical advice. Dr. Ackland speaks in an educational capacity and does not provide direct patient care in Thailand. A land of loving compassion for seniors, surrounded with peaceful nature on 118.57 acres (300 Rais). We provide holistic multi-tiered aged care for seniors and guests. =ProAuto Promotion= - 10% discount for changing engine - 10% discount for tires - Free gift (calendar, microfiber cloth and scratch remover) when change engine oil or tires BELLA GOOSE CAFE & ROASTERY offers 15% of in all 4 cafes with CEC/BG Card and 15% off all online orders with code CEC_15 "Expert Legal Services for Expats in Chiang Mai and
throughout Thailand Are you an expat in Chiang Mai seeking reliable legal guidance?
Look no further! Our law firm specializes in providing comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of expatriates." CHIANGMAI MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL Chiang Mai Medical Center Hospital is a 100 bed private hospital providing both medical and surgical services with stringent quality standards is built with vision to serve everyone who needs hospital care. We place special emphasis on our principles of respect for all, care, compassion and patient support. For English assistance : Mr. Kumar 085-167-0005 Assist Thai Visa has been helping it’s clients obtain their Thai Visas in Chiang Mai since 2008, and offers members a discounted rate on a 45-minute consultation. Regular price is 50 USD (approx 1600 baht), members price is 35 USD (approx 1120 baht). Click the button above to book your consultation. BANGKOK HOSPITAL CHIANG MAI Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai is so much more than just a hospital. Our state-of-the-art facility is staffed with skilled, caring professionals who are dedicated to the health and wellness of the patients they serve. Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai was established in 2014 as the 36th tertiary care hospital in the Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS) Group, the most prestigious hospital network in the
Asia-Pacificregion, with 49 hospitals across the BDMS network. Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai is the center of specialized healthcare for diagnostic and curative services in northern Thailand. Chiang Mai's #1 Insurance Service
For Health, Travel, Home, Car, Bike & Personal Accident insurance. Is a vibrant, progressive Real Estate agency based in Chiang Mai, offering quality properties for rent and for sale in and around the main areas of Chiang Mai. Celebrating 20 Years of Serving Fresh and Wholesome Scratch Cooking in Chiang Mai. SIAM MOVE-MANAGEMENT SERVICES Provide a wide range of services for expats moving to, from, or within Thailand. Based in Chiang Mai, our extensive network of contacts extends around the world. We offer dependable moving services you can trust; and we speak English, German and Thai, so you’ll have no communication challenges. Is a registered hospital, Class 1, which does not admit overnight patients. It provides health care and rehabilitation services using the principles of integrative medicine, combining modern medicine with alternative medicine. |
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Mail AddressP.O. Box 166 Phrasing Post Office สำนักงานไปรษณีย์ พระสิงห์
43 Samlan Rd., T. Phra Sing, A. Muang 50200 43 ถ.สามล้าน ต.พระสิงห์ อ.เมือง จงเชียงใหม่ 50200 Chiang Mai
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