Paying respect to spirits at the tamarind tree on Walking Street in Pattaya

Thailand’s Animist Practices and Beliefs

Before Buddhism, Hinduism, or any other form of religion was introduced into Thailand, there was only one similar belief, that was that a spirit world existed. Not only did the spirits exist, but they were mightily powerful and influential. This…

Thailand Tipping Tips

Where, when, and how much do I have to tip in Thailand. Besides planning an itinerary there are certain things travelers like to know, especially when visiting countries like Thailand where the culture is so different to their own, one…

Chang – a Remarkable Beer

Chang is Thailand’s favourite beer, not necessarily the best beer in Thailand but it has all the ingredients to make it the most remarkable beer in Thailand. Soon after it’s launch in 1995, Beer Chang (Elephant Beer) had captured the…

Pattaya Fitness Park

Some people like to keep fit, personally I believe all this exercise lark is overrated and that you are only allotted so many heart beats per lifetime, and if you exercise you are using them up, only joking. Seriously, if…

Pattaya Beaches vs Island Beaches

It’s hard to compare Pattaya’s beaches to those of the nearby islands; they don’t have the soft white sand and turquoise-tinged water that make Koh Chang, Koh Samet, and Koh Lahn the idyllic island paradises that they are. But that’s not to…