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The Thai Smile, Jai Yen and Jai Rawn

I thought I’d write about a couple of incidents I’ve seen in the past week which confirms one stereotype of Thailand and dispels another. …

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Sanuk

Most guide books to Thailand will tell you about the Thai concept of sanuk which often gets translated as meaning ‘fun’. But sanuk is more …

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Lucky number nine

Lucky Number 9

I’m not superstitious (touch wood), but plenty of Thai people are and spending time here it soon becomes apparent just how many superstitions …

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Being Polite

Good manners are important in Thai society, but politeness isn’t always demonstrated in the same way as it is in many other countries. Although …

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Chingchok Update and One More Thai Superstition

For all those animal lovers out there, you’ll be pleased to know that the chingchok that fell on my head has suffered no ill effects from his …

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Falling Lizards, Friday 13th and Thai Superstitions

Picture the scene. It’s 2 o’clock in the morning, I’ve just switched off my computer and I need some shut-eye. I venture into the …

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The Thai wai

Thai Greeting, the Wai

Whether they’ve been to Thailand before or not, most people will be familiar with the traditional Thai form of greeting, the wai, in which the …

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Learning the Thai Language

Whatever country you visit, local people usually appreciate if you make at least some effort to speak their language. Thailand is no different in this …

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Farang in Thailand

The term ‘farang‘ (often pronounced as ‘falang‘) is a general term used by many Thais when referring to Caucasian visitors. …

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Wat Phra Singh temple, Chiang Mai

Visiting Thai Temples

Visitors to Thai temples (wats) may find the atmosphere surprisingly relaxed as they often serve as local community centres. Within the temple grounds …

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Jai Yen – Don’t Lose Your Temper

Thais have a philosophy of keeping their cool and not losing their temper; jai yen (cool heart). To raise your voice and lose your temper is not good …

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Body Language in Thailand

Despite Thailand’s apparently laid-back and relaxed attitude, it can be surprisingly easy for unaware visitors to cause offence. Manners are …

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Thailand Land of Smiles

Land of Smiles

Thailand is famously known as the ‘Land of Smiles’, and for good reason. But a Thai smile does not automatically mean that the person is …

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make merit Thailand

Buddhism and Merit-Making

Thailand is pre-dominantly Buddhist (over 90% of the population are Buddhists). I am far from being an expert on Buddhism, but living in Thailand it …

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