Why Thais Wai
It is believed the Thai wai originated during the Sukhotai period, around A.D. 1238, the wai is also widely used in countries such as India and Nepal which have had a large influence on Thailand, maybe the Indian, Nepal influence…
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The Farang Word
Farang is the word used by Thai people when referring to white-skinned western foreigners and is the subject of many a debate, which includes the origin of the word—farang. Many visitors to Thailand, upon being mentioned or summoned with the…
Bangkok Haircut
Not what you might think, the Bangkok Haircut is the name given to a trend in which Thailand is a World leader, and that trend is Thai women “dismembering” their husband’s or lover’s penises. Hell hath no fury like a…
Thai Ghosts
Ghosts, called ‘Phi’ in Thai, are the topic of many a conversation in Thailand, and often the simple explanation to many strange events and occurences. If you stay in Thailand long enough to understand a little of the Thai language…
Thai Spirit Houses in Pattaya
If you are new to Pattaya you have probably been wondering what the miniature, ornate little houses are which you see outside peoples houses, ‘often in the garden’, you also see them outside bars, businesses, banks, hotels, in fact you…