BuddyEase is a trusted local-buddy marketplace. We match travelers with verified local companions across Thailand. Not a scripted tour with a flag and a microphone, but a real local friend who shows you the food they eat, the markets they shop, and the corners guidebooks miss.
We started BuddyEase because the best travel moments come from local knowledge, and because meeting a city through someone who lives there is safer, richer and more fun than going it alone. Whether you want a food crawl through Chinatown, a calm temple morning, or a custom day built around exactly what you love, a Buddy makes it happen at your pace.
Our philosophy
We champion solo travelers. Solo travel is a powerful choice. It brings freedom, perspective, and stories you'll carry for life. Most of our community explores the world solo, and we're proud to support that journey.
Not every moment is meant to be solo. Some experiences become more meaningful when shared with the right person. A local by your side can bring a different perspective, open doors, and create a deeper connection with the place you're visiting. We're here to make that connection available when you want it, without taking away the freedom of traveling your own way.
How it works
Pick a fixed experience or design your own, choose your date and time, and choose the Buddy you want to spend it with. The request goes to them; when they accept, your trip is confirmed and you get the exact meeting point. When you meet, pay your Buddy, set off, and enjoy the day with 24/7 support behind you. Every trip ends by 23:00 at the latest, and each experience runs the hours the place itself is open.