The Plastic Problem in Thailand The BBC has published an article highlighting the rising problem of plastics used within Thailand and other regions in South East Asia. With everything seemingly wrapped or secured in plastic, Thailand reportedly uses over 70 billion plastic bags each year. This number is on the rise despite the growing concern about […]
Category Archives: Culture
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Dec
Dec
Grand Palace Guide Alongside Chatuchak Market, Bangkok’s Grand Palace is one of the city’s biggest tourist attractions. So, if you’re in the city looking to visit, here’s our guide to the Grand Palace. Useful Information The opening times are 8:30-15:30 The admission fee is 500 Baht. It is advised that you get to the Grand Palace early […]
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Nov
Nov
Wai Greeting A very important symbol in Thai culture is the Wai greeting. But what is it, where did it originate from and why do the Thais use it? The Wai greeting consists of both palms pushed together in an upright position with your elbows slightly lower. It is similar to how Christians pray in Church but […]
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Apr
Apr
Buying Ivory in Thailand With latest reports suggesting that elephants could be extinct within 12 years, it is now illegal to buy Ivory products in Thailand. Thailand has taken a strong approach to banning products made from endangered animals and this step is a recent development. Taking Ivory products outside of Thailand can now result in a fine, imprisonment or both. In 2016, the WWF combined with over 1.3 million Thais to come together and spread the message of illegal trade of […]
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Apr
Apr
Respecting Buddha When in Thailand or any country for that matter, it is important to respect their faiths and beliefs. This short guide will give you all the information you need to respect the Buddhist culture while on holiday in Thailand. Buddha is commonly referred to as the ‘Enlightened One’ and the core of Buddha’s teachings are to […]
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Mar
Mar
Songkran Guide For tourists travelling over to Thailand over the 13th-15th April, visitors should be aware that the Songkran water festival will take place and there are a few things they must be aware of. Songkran is the ‘Thai New Year celebration’ which is celebrated throughout Bangkok. Many Thais splash water over each other to […]
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Feb
Feb
Chatuchak Park Looking to take some time away from the market? Well, Chatuchak Park may be the peaceful location you are looking for to get avoid the hustle and bustle of the weekend market. Opening in 1980, Chatuchak Park is one of the oldest public parks in Bangkok. The land was given to H.M King […]
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Nov
Do’s and Dont’s in Thai Culture To many tourists visiting Thailand, the culture can be very different to what they are used to. It may seem strange but the are some simple rules to abide by and you start to integrate into the Thai Culture. Here’s a few Do’s and Dont’s to help you on […]