Where to Find a Fortune Teller in Thailand and What to Expect When You Do
In Thailand, unlike the west, fortune telling is taken seriously by just about everyone. Sure, Thais are Buddhist but, in reality, Thai religion […]
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What is a Tam Boon Ceremony For a New House in Thailand and What Happens There?
If you spend long enough in Thailand, or have Thai friends, at some point you may find yourself attending a tam boon […]
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Why are Ladyboys or Katoeys So Accepted in Thailand?
One thing many westerners are surprised about when they come to Thailand are the number of ladyboys in the country. Thinking of Thailand […]
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Monitor Lizards in Bangkok, Thailand – Huge and a Bit Scary
Yes, there are monitor lizards in Bangkok, Thailand If you spend time around nature in Bangkok, Thailand (and yes, we still have a […]
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Can You Eat in Chiang Mai on 100 Baht a Day? Watch This Video To See How
There’s a wonderful new website popped up in Chiang Mai called OpenChiangMai.com. Since I discovered it a few days ago, I’ve been […]
Read moreHow to Live Like a Local in Thailand – Live Cheaper than Westerners Do
Living like a Thai in Thailand is part of the fun of being in the country. While most westerners arrive in Thailand […]
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Thai Men – Are They The New Romeos?
Thailand is famous for its women. Beautiful, petite and charming, they’re often a Western man’s dream. If the women are so sought-after […]
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Visit Mae Nak Shrine in Bangkok, If You Love a Good Thai Ghost Story
It’s no secret, as much as they’re terrified of them, Thais love ghosts. So when a good ghost story starts making […]
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What To Talk About With Thai Girls – Don’t Be Serious
Many western men come to Thailand looking for a Thai girlfriend or Thai wife. When they get here, they meet a Thai woman, […]
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Should You Give Money To Beggars in Bangkok?
One thing westerners find upsetting when they come to Thailand is the number of beggars they see on city streets. Actually, no […]
Read moreDon’t Fall For These Typical Bangkok Tourist Scams
During the decade-plus I’ve lived in Bangkok I’ve likely had every tourist scam in the book directed at me. Because I live […]
Read moreShould You Bargain For Everything You Buy in Thailand?
People coming to Thailand from a western culture where bargaining isn’t common get a bit confused about the concept of bargaining when […]
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Best Museums in Bangkok, Thailand
World-famous for many things, Bangkok isn’t known for its museums, which is actually a pity as Bangkok has many museums and some of […]
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Should You Get Dreadlocks in Thailand and If So Where?
One thing many travelers do when they arrive in Thailand on vacation is have dreadlocks put in their hair. While getting dreadlocks […]
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How To Stay Legally In Thailand For Longer Than 90 Days
Many tourists and visitors to Thailand come on a 60 day tourist visa. With the ability to extend the visa for another 30 […]
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How to Get Consumer Protection Shopping in Thailand
The first thing you’ll notice when you come to Thailand is the thousands of malls, shops and market stalls. For most people, Thailand […]
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How to Know if She’s a Good Thai Girl
For some western men, coming to Thailand and meeting a bar girl (polite word for prostitute) is the norm. For others, they meet […]
Read moreWhen Should You Take Your Shoes Off in Thailand?
Just like most westerners, when I moved to Bangkok, Thailand I was confused about where I should and shouldn’t take off my […]
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Why are There Zebras at Thailand Temples and Spirit Houses?
One of the things that has fascinated me about Thailand since I moved here is the prevalence of zebras at Thai temples and […]
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Disadvantages to Living in Thailand – It’s Not Completely Perfect
I love Thailand and have lived here for years. However, if you plan on coming to live here, do remember there are still […]
Read moreThais and Sleeping – How Many Hours Do They Sleep?
One thing that’s always amazed me about Thais is how much they can sleep. For most westerners, a good night’s sleep is anything […]
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Five Things Westerners Don’t Understand About Thailand
Most westerners will never understand Thais or Thailand. Even some of those, like me, who have lived here for years and speak […]
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How to Apply for and Get Thai Residency
Having lived in Thailand for many years, I have been looking into getting permanent residency. Permanent residency in Thailand is a confusing affair […]
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