Superstition in Thailand on the Increase: Guman Thong Statues and Luck
It is fascinating how superstitious even the most modern of Thais can often be. They believe in the power of...
Culture and Facts
How Much is the Departure Tax from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport?
Recently, we've had a few e-mails asking us how much the departure tax is from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport. In...
Graffiti in Bangkok: Wall Lords Thailand Graffiti 2012 at Siam Center
You really don't see an awful lot of graffiti in Thailand, not compared to the US and much of...
What Was Thailand Like 50 Years Ago?
What was Thailand like 50 years ago? It is a question many people think about when they see the rapid...
Don’t Miss Riding the Elephants in Ayutthaya – Featured Photo
Although elephant riding in Ayutthaya had to be put on hold last year, as the city was under more...
Earth, Wind and Fire Guiding Lights Tour in Bangkok 2nd April, 2012
If you haven't bought your tickets for the Earth, Wind and Fire Guiding Lights concert in Bangkok on 2nd...
What to Expect at the Thailand Revenue Department When You File Taxes
If you need to file tax forms paperwork in Thailand or are expecting a tax refund from the Thai...
Do Not Visit Chiang Mai Between February and April – Dangerous Fires, Smog and Smoke
Chiang Mai, Thailand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia and one of my personal favorite...
Can You Live on $500 a Month in Thailand?
There are numerous posts on the Internet about how you can live on $500 a month in Thailand. But...
Miss Thailand World 2012 Competition Photos of Finalists
The beginning rounds of Miss Thailand World 2012 are currently taking place and the Bangkok Post had some beautiful...
Thai Kids in Muay Thai Fights: Is It Child Abuse?
Having lived in Thailand as long as I have, I still get angry when I see foreigners making statements...
Safety in Thailand Not Something Thais Think About Often (Exploding Cigarette Video)
One of the first things you worry about when you come to Thailand is safety or the lack thereof....
Thailand’s “Sweet Troop” Female Police Join Bangkok’s Traffic Division
As more and more Thai women seem interested in joining the Thai police force, a new police troop has...
How to Get Laser Skin Resurfacing in Bangkok, Thailand
Radiance Skin Clinic is just one of the hundreds of Bangkok clinics that offer laser skin resurfacing Laser skin resurfacing...
Do Not Rent Jet Skis in Thailand: It’s Famous For Jet Ski Scams
For the last few years, Thailand has been known for its jet ski scams. Reported about in news...
What’s the Weather Like in Bangkok, Thailand in February?
Shopping at outside market stalls is wonderful in February When you're coming to Thailand on a business trip or...
The Mafia and Motorcycle Taxi Drivers in Bangkok, Thailand
419 There's an interesting video on the Bangkok Post's website about motorcycle taxi drivers in Bangkok. Apparently, The Association...
Want to Use Your Galaxy Note to Meet Cute Thai Girls?
Samsung puts out some great commercials and this one is no different. A commercial that hit the Thai market...
What Does Thailand’s Royal Anthem Sound Like?
One of the most beautiful songs in Thailand is the Thai "Royal Anthem". In Thai called, "Phleng Sansoen Phra Barami",...
Why Do Thai Women Experience an Easy Menopause?
An old Thai woman in Chiang Mai - copyright m'sier Rico, Creative Commons Thai women, just like many other women...
Cook Fried Chicken with Your Bare Hands the Chiang Mai Way (Video)
Can you cook chicken frying in burning oil by just using your hands? 50-year-old Khan (Iron Hands) Trichan can....
Bangkok Water Smells Like Sulphur (Rotten Eggs), Is It Clean?
I must say I'm looking forward to leaving Thailand for a few months (that event is coming soon), and...
Filming American Movies in Thailand: These Popular Movies Were Made in the Land of Smiles
In the last few years, American film companies have been traveling to Thailand to film movies in much bigger numbers...
