Instead of greeting each other with the familiar phrase “How are you?” used in English, Thais often say, “Have you eaten?” You’ll likely hear the phrase “กินข้าวหรือยัง?” (Gin Khao Reu Yang?) a lot if you spend even a little time around Thai speakers.Read More

While chopsticks are indeed part of the Thai dining experience, they are far from the mainstay. In fact, the most common utensils in Thailand today are not chopsticks at all, but the humble spoon and fork.Read More

In Thai, you rarely call someone by their family name or given name alone, unless they are younger than you. Instead, you put an honorific word (prefix) in front of the name, based on their age, relationship, or social role.Read More

Tipping is not a  common norm here. It’s true that in everyday life in Thailand, most vendors and service providers work hard to earn a living without expecting any “extra reward” beyond their regular wages or fair profits.Read More

It’s almost impossible to plan a trip here without coming across the name Bangkok. But have you ever wondered if that’s what locals actually call it?Read More

Thailand is one of Southeast Asia’s most popular travel destinations, offering a full range of amenities and a wide variety of attractions.Read More