🇹🇭| What Foreigners Should NEVER Do In Thailand? Asking Local Thai People in BANGKOK, ASOK BTS
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 มี.ค. 2023
- A lot of people are visiting Thailand for a lot of reasons but, what should you never do as a foreigner in Thailand? Have fun, but be respectful. We interview random local people in Bangkok, Thailand, at Asok BTS.
This is filmed at Asok Bts, just outside of terminal 21 in Bangkok, Thailand; goo.gl/maps/bHoyBeBVSkxaFDoN7
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One thing I noticed in Thailand is that the locals are generally calm and cool. I think this may be attributed to their Buddhist way of life, which I so admire. So as a foreigner, never raise your voice or lose your cool in public!
That’s it Yew 😁🙏 thanks for watching and your input, cheers
they're boring.
@@giannilyanicks1718Who care your opinion 😅
@@user-yn3fn5gt8r admit the truth you are.
@@user-yn3fn5gt8r it's your way of life which is annoying.
Respect is the key word in every culture and religion. Not insulting disrespectful then claiming to be a freedom expression 😮
That’s right 🤩
Good comment @M.K.
The thing is that not every culture or religion considers certain behaviours/actions disrespectful.
I've traveled to South East Asia for decades and honestly, Thailand wins my heart ❤ everytime. They have an ancient and resilient culture.. never been colonized, stood the test of time and are one of the winners (economically & technologically) in Southeast Asia 🎉
ฉันรักประเทศไทยและคนไทย😍
Haha same here 😁❤️ thanks for watching
ขอบคุณครับที่ชอบประเทศไทย แต่คนไทยในชนบทภาคเหนือ และภาคใต้ของไทยจะมีน้ำใจและความเป็นมิตรมากกว่าส่วนอื่นอยากกรุงเทพแน่นอน
not a good thing honestly.
As neighbour of thailand we see thailand country of freedom kinda like our playground,almost everthing legalized overthere,so most thank u thailand for being fun😇
Nice one Chai. Always good to keep the feet flat to the floor and never point your feet in the direction of a Thai, in particular the underside of the foot. I found an article with the following. I wanted to attach the article link but TH-cam doesn't like it so I copied and pasted instead. Apologies for its length 🤩
Don't point your feet: Pointing your feet at someone, raising your feet higher than someone's head, or simply putting your feet on a desk or chair are considered extremely rude in Thailand. The bottoms of the feet are dirty: don't show them to people! Avoid pointing feet at Buddhas in and outside of temples. When sitting on the ground, try to sit in a way that doesn't show others the bottoms of your feet.
Don't touch someone's head: While the feet are considered the lowest and dirtiest parts of the body, the head is revered as the most sacred. Never touch someone's head or hair - this includes playfully ruffling a child's hair. Don't raise your feet above someone's head; avoid stepping over people who are sitting or sleeping on the ground.
Don't point: Pointing at someone is considered rude in many cultures but particularly so in Thailand. If you must indicate a person, do so by lifting your chin in their direction. When motioning for someone to come over, don't use fingers pointed upward; make a patting motion with your fingers straight and palm toward the ground. Pointing at inanimate objects and animals is usually acceptable, but it's more polite to point with your entire hand rather than a single finger.
Don't lose your cool: Shouting, blowing your top, or displaying strong emotions is generally frowned upon in Thailand. Always keep in mind the rules of saving face. Keep your cool even when things go wrong; you'll be respected for doing so. Don't lament that bus breakdown. Instead, laugh and say "mai pen rai."
Don't disrespect the king: Never disrespect the king or images of the king, this includes currency - his picture appears on the Thai baht. Although Thailand's lese majeste laws are controversial, open disrespect toward the king can actually land you in prison! People have received lengthy sentences for Facebook posts that spoke out against the monarchy.
Don't throw things: Tossing an object or money in someone's direction is rude. Take time to hand things to people properly, face-up, preferably with your right hand. Unfold money when paying someone.
A nice add to this episode Steven 🙏❤️ this covers a lot! Thanks for being part the show again 🏆 cheers!
too demanding.
@@giannilyanicks1718and mostly crap. Nobody cares if you point your feet at them, what sort of garbage is this. Sure, don't get angry and don't insult the king but all that stuff about the way to hold your hands or touch a head is silly stuff. Just don't grab a monk obviously
In my experience you have to behave very badly to get a rise out of Thai people. They don't really expect us to act like them and they are generally too polite and averse to confrontation to say anything to you about bad behavior that offends them While that might be nice on the surface it can lead to something bigger down the road that could have perhaps been avoided with gentle reminders along the way. I am not big on rules and lists because so much depends on the situation and the people involved. Just pay attention subtle clues that you may have said or done something to offend or annoy a Thai. A sincere apology and things are quickly forgotten, usually.
Nice one Village Farang 😁 I fully agree on that 🏆
it's because they are not interested in foreigners.
This is one of the best interviews Chai!!! Love the questions and especially, the first guy you’ve interviewed! Thanks for sharing this video & glad to see you back in Thailand 😊
Aw thank you Marietta 😃 it’s so nice to be able to do those interviews 🥰 we’re also glad to be back in Thailand 🤩 cheers and have a beautiful day
I never cross the road in thailand...unrespectfull for speedy motorbike 😂
I just go around the same building...😅
Such an awesome video, not just the topic but all the interviewees are superb. Hat off.
Aw thank you for your kind words. They work very motivating 💪
Welcome to Thailand.☺️ I think showing respect for Thai women is very important, some tourists don't show respect for women by touching them because they think that women have to look like women in nightclubs. which Thai women in general are not like that. which the woman did not work at night The woman was very angry, the Thai people were not happy with the action of the tourist. There is another situation. Some tourists like to show homosexuals like public, tourist cities, which I think are not normal for the general public, but sometimes they hear the news often.
Thanks ❤️🙏
That was so great and heart-warming! What a bunch of lovely people you found! I find that all your interviewees speak very good English! Was it difficult to find the people to interview?
I’ve just missed you comment 🤔!? Haha it was definitely harder to find a local who wasn’t wearing a mask and headphones 🤣
@Chai Travel oh city life seems tough from freedom island...
@@SweetLifeLanta it’s definitely something else :) I love them both although I’m missing the beach!
no they are not lovely just overly polite
@@giannilyanicks1718 who tf are you? Tf you want? Got your heart broken by some Thai BiqDiq ladyboy recently or something?
Thanks for sharing this wonderful video n for d candid interviews with d people in Bangkok.
Thank you Yasin 😃 I’m glad you’re enjoying the views of the people from Thailand too 🤗
@@Chai_Travel Thank u. 😄
Good to see you back in Thailand. 🙏
😊 it’s feeling good too. Thanks Gert!
Good topic with some nice interviews my friend , some very interesting comments 😃
Nice work my friend 👌👍👋🙏
Mate, it’s truly good to have you back on board again 😁 thanks for watching 🏆
@@Chai_Travel
Thanks my friend - I’m still catching up - Will hopefully be up to speed with all videos this week
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Hi!Champ.This ep was streets interview only Thais's opinions and l definitely agree with them. welldone and keep going champ.😊have a good day.
Thank you! :) it was about time to talk just with locals 😃 cheers Chayapat 😊
Never argue with locals. Just turn around and leave. Because if it turns into a fight, you have no chance of survival. Thai people multiply when they see one of them fighting a farang. No matter how right you are, you'll end up in a hospital.
That’s right Göker. Even you are in the right. You better swallow up your pride. Thanks again champ 🏆😁
😂😂จริง คนไทย ช่วยเหลือกันเสมอ “ เรารักชาติ ศาสนา พระมหากษัตร์ ของเรา ❤❤❤❤❤
I've argued plenty of times and they've apologised when they have made a mistake. It happens. I've made mistakes and they've argued with me, I realised I was wrong and apologised. What sort of people do you deal with where arguments turn into physical fights? This is all related to bars and girls, right? Not having a go just curious
If you notice Bangkok people speak English almost fluently. In northern Thailand I have found it difficult to communicate to many. Even when I spoke my limited Thai many in the north will expect you to pronounce Thai words perfectly. Of course as foreigner this will never happen. Bangkok people are the best. Pennida was my favorite interview.
I think most of the people interviewed in the video had spent time studying overseas.
@@msbrownbeast Doubt it. I have lived in Thailand for 7 years and very few of the Thai People I have met even have a passport. I know my dentist when to UCLA for a year and one time I spoke to Grab Ride driver who lived in West Los Angeles for two years. That is pretty much it.
@@msbrownbeast Doubt it but it really depends. English is a compulsory subject taught in all schools so most Thais will have learnt English in their life but often don't get to employ what they have learnt in reality (a lot of focus is put on correct grammar and sentence structure but the importance if speaking the language is ignored or they don't receive opportunities to). Bangkok is the capital city, people are more used to foreigners and the English language. Additionally, Bangkokians are slightly more well off and as with all Asian cultures, cram school is not unusual so some extra lessons can be learnt.
only the people who lives near the bangkok airport speak english almost fluently. i have known a guy who shorten his trip cause many people in Bangkok don't speak english
@@giannilyanicks1718why would people near the airport speak it but not in other parts of Bangkok?
We must remember when we are in Thailand, "Never ever to insult the Thai King !!!"
Whoever defames, insults or threatens the King, the Queen, the Heir-apparent or the Regent, shall be punished with imprisonment of three to fifteen years." As lèse-majesté is one of the offences relating to the security of the kingdom, according to Section 7 of the Thai Criminal Code.
Sound like communist
@@GaionSputro
In any countries in Asia that have kings, you shouldn't insult or threaten kings.
Communist country is the opposite of countries that have kings.
Nice one Chai. I was told early on not to show too much affection to your spouse or girlfriend in public.
That’s it :) it’s not polite. Although it seems to change a little bit with the younger generation although it’s good to keep it in mind and don’t kiss in public and make locals uncomfortable 😊
My daughter has lived in CM for 7 years now and on her last visit to California to see me, on the way home from the airport we stopped at a restaurant, and after the host greeted and showed us to our table, my daughter said, "Man, Dad! That guy was right in our face wasn't he?" It was so funny because to me, he was just the usual host greeting us, but to my daughter, used to the more deferential and quiet attitude of Thais, as well as the greater physical distance given. it was culture shock (even though she was returning to her home country). She also talks of the fast pace and frenetic nature of Americans, which she only really noticed after moving to Thailand.
I laugh every time I hear the "Don't touch Thais on the head." I mean, wouldn't everyone be offended if someone you didn't know touched your head or face??? So to me, that's universal. And for those that know each other in Thailand, like here, I don't see any offense for touching each other's head when appropriate. Enjoy Bangkok, Chai.
Cheers Randy. I definitely see how your daughter adopted the Thai culture there. Especially after 7 years. Haha yeah I guess it’s never a very nice thing to do :p depending what situation of course. We will 😍 cheers mate
In South East Asian region, the head is where the spirit resides and is considered sacred. Do not touch a person's head. touching someone's head is very insulting. It is considered VERY rude in most parts of Asia (Buddhist countries/people in - Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, China...... Muslim countries/people in - Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei..... )
This is in contrast to the western cultures.
@@ezzywish417why would you touch someone's head? It's so weird, and something that is rude in the west. If you're drinking with friends and you touch someone's head in Asia they don't think anything of it. I think this is related to not touching monks and it's been translated to not touch anyone
@@chrispekel5709
What are you talking about.
When you are in another country, respect the custom, the culture, the rules & regulations etc. Just be respectful.
@@ezzywish417 Of course.
Hi Chai🙋♀ I think for Thai people in this time, just you don't step on Cambodian land, it's considered to be very respectful to Thai people. lol (not sure if you understand the reason.)😂
It's a great interview, Thanks so much Chai.😇🙏
Hi Cher! Good to hear from you again! Haha although I don’t think I get exactly what you mean 😅🫣
@@Chai_Travel Thai people are now having a controversy with Cambodia. About claiming/stealing many Thai cultures and traditions to pretend to be Cambodian, including Muay Thai, Songkran Festival, Loi Krathong Festival, and even the elephant patterned pants, They said it was from Cambodia. 😅😂 Always follow your journey but I just don't comment. You know I'm Thai, I'm not good at English 😁🙏
Aaah haha, I see what you mean now 😜 aw no worries 😃 it’s great to receive a comment ones in a while but also good to know you’re watching if you do not comment 😉 cheers Cher
Cambodian also try to claim that Muay Thai, Thai food, Thai dress, Thai language, arts, and a lot are original from Cambodian !!! Wtf !!! that is not true at all, Thailand is actually mixed with Chinese and India. Not poor stupid like Cambodian
Nowadays about 2 million Cambodian labors are working in Thailand, but people in their country still always talk shit about Thailand and Thai peopl e, also lie to their own people
and a lot more things that Cambodian try to claim,
instead of trying to develop their own country, but they keep claiming all the history that's already passed and not true at all , that's why Cambodian will never get developed.
So nowadays, Thai people really deeply hate them, Many Thai employer lay off a lot of Cambodian, so they need to go back their country that make them get really angry more, that's a story sbout the conflict between Thailand and Cambodian now.
@@chermarl5955
Hi, as a Thai, I think he can go everywhere he want,
It's not being disrespect Thai just because of he goes to Cambodia. I think this is not fair for him.
As long as he loves Thailand,
he can go everywhere and we all Thai still love him exactly.
Please be open mind and have a good logic.
I am Thai. For me it depends on where you are in that place. If you are in tourist attraction or party area for me Our life is almost free and fun. You can make a noise with your feet on a chair or table. It's time to relax. I don't mind and can analyze that we are not in a serious life and out from normal area, and in a relaxing place. ( even you do kissing with your lover or wear tinny cloths on because i done it too. lol )
But the important thing for Thai people here is do not get touch or hold whether it is the head, face, objects of the body that are above the shoulders That means we feel uncomfortable letting anyone do that, even close friends. For me, one very serious thing, if you come to my room or house, you must take off your outer shoes from the tiled floor and clean or wash your feet before entering the house or room, even at hotels or motels in tourist destinations i stay. And this is one of my own serious conditions that still follow with me in everywhere, haha.
Aw thanks for your kind explanation :) I got used to not wearing my shoes inside and I think it’s a nice way to keep the floor clean. We never wear it inside anymore as we like a clean floor 😄 thanks for watching and sharing your experience
Thai people will love their dignity. Don't embarrass them in public.
Don't step over someone - walk around - even a leg
Great video! It's definitely going to help us a lot!
Thanks Nick and Lins 🏆 I’m glad it does! Have a good day
The lady at 6:25 She would be great to interview for an entire show.
She was great :)
2:04, she is so cute
You are busy around Bangkok.
Be respectful to people and culture is the most important.
It’s all about showing respect :)
@@Chai_Travel are you asked today.??
Are you Asoke today?
@@justinphoneone7304 I’m not :) I’m traveling to Nakhon Pathom today
@@Chai_Travel l am T21 now.
See you next time.
0:12 super rare 😂
Hi Champ Chai! I’m so happy you’re back in Thailand. I’m only interested in Thailand videos so when you left I stopped watching your channel. 😢 Now that you and Ilona are back, Im watching again!
No worries Kevin! Good to have you watching again 🏆 cheers
One thing you missed. Never step on money with your food. On each coin and each banknote is a picture of the king. If you do so in front of a police officer or an other official you can end up in prison for a long time. 😁
Yeah good one! Thanks :)
Sound like westernization make Asian younger generation forgot about what is respect. LOL😂
😂😂
Is that not what happens with the western generation too? 😅 ow man
@@Chai_Travel
Don't walk on the wrong side of that walk way you are standing on 😀
Haha yeah you don’t wanna be that person 😝
As for following the local behavior, let’s talk about the elephant in the room: Face masks.
Thai people have been doing this for over *3 years* now and should seriously consider if it is a way of life they want.
But it is not really a Thai thing, it’s a Bangkok thing. Today I decided to stop using a mask on the last and only place I still did; the BTS and MRT.
I also checked the latest number on confirmed new daily cases in Thailand; ~ close to zero. Time to move on my dear Thai friends.
Thailand announced the removal of the mandatory wearing of face masks in public several months ago.
Wearing is voluntary. Even the announcement in BTS or MRT is just a request for cooperation for the comfort of some people who may still have anxiety. But sometimes I see some foreigners on BTS not wearing masks. It didn't cause any trouble to him.
Without Covid-19, some Thai people still choose to wear a mask. For reasons of dust and car fumes Or not wearing a mask would make some people uncomfortable. (because Thai people care about other people's feelings)
@@singhal3eel279
Have you been in central Bangkok recently? This has nothing to do with air quality.
It is the sheep mentality, local culture and Thai media/Government legacy story on masks.
They are still wearing masks in the TV studio and when walking alone in the park (?!). I even see small kids with face masks.
Compare it to 2019, when almost *no one* used a face mask in Bangkok, regardless of weather and pollution. 🐑
One good thing with the new Chinese tourist arrival is that Thais get used to seeing other Asian people with no mask on.
Slowly, more Thais are dropping the face mask. Slowly.
I think the reason why is the pm2.5 pollution
@@mickyorton9522 Exactly, Thais don't care about covid for so long, but PM 2.5 is really pain in the a...
What Foreigners Should NEVER Do In Thailand? Befriending/socializing with any thai. just visit the country quickly. And keeping your money.
one more thing that definitely no no in TH is put your feet on arm chair/table or wearing shose inside home or on bed. it is for the reason feet is dirty with dirt/bacteria/smell, when you place feet on the the place like arm chair/table you spread dirt/bacteria to the place that ppl will risk to touch and bring dirt/bacteria to face/mouth/Norse
Nice! Thank you for taking the effort to teach us ❤️
where the hell you met so many English speakers?, how many cuts you made?
Something wrong?
@@Chai_Travel i mean this video seems very scripted and selective or preplanned
I understand. This video is intended to educate people who come over to Thailand to live, travel, or holiday so they have a rough idea about how to behave 🙏
Good idea, subscribed, I will check out your other videos too
Some people are just plain weird in the comments
Social distancing …be careful when crossing the road…don’t play with the buddha statues (it’s not funny) don’t kiss in public and always wear underwear 😊🙏🏼🇹🇭
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Great interview. It ‘s quite hot these days, so take care.
Thanks Pornrut 🙏 it’s super hot 🥵 haha I love it 😃 cheers
So how do I avoid being run over by a car while crossing the street in Thailand if I can't trust the green light? Cross when it's red? Tell you what, I will agree not to touch people's heads, but please agree to not touch my body with your car. lol
Haha, yeah same here ;p never try to touch a driving car
Kiss in public 🇹🇭
✅ Peck on the cheek
✅ Peck on the forehead
✅ Peck on the lip
❌ French kiss / Deep Kissing
Modesty is a world language. Unfortunately the west is forgetting about that.
In the title, and when speaking, do you really mean foreigners when you say 'foreigner' - everyone who isn't Thai? Perhaps you really mean westerners? It sounds that way most of the time.
Foreigners :) people who are not Thai.
Your opinionated 20's and 30's subjects I suspect are self-absorbed social media adherents aan probably middle-income metropolitans who with their self-absorbed view think they have the right to speak for all Thai who are not as them. However their age group and geographical location is not indicative of Thailand. Their opinions, in my experience, having lived here since 1970 are so far removed from the reality that your viewers should not consider their advice sound in any way.
Hi Wayne Drummond, thanks for your input. So you think cultures do not develop over time? Than again I think we should all act out of respect to others, don’t be too loud at places where others aren’t loud… so on. I’m pretty sure the sets of interviews give a realistic idea on what is going on and how people should behave without insulting any locals, young and old.
@@Chai_Travel I didn't watch the whole video but didn't see you interview any middle-aged people, country folk, or old folk. I was bored of your content as it was in my opinion being manipulated to suit your storyline. No subjective in the very least.
Fair enough Wayne. Thanks for explaining 🙏 have a good day sir
Wow 😂😂 the guy is rude and as a Thai, I wonder what is true to him. Sounds like a genuinely rude person
Don't go to Thailand
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Thailand was a really beautiful country 40 years ago .
Yet I think it’s one of the best countries to visit nowadays
Vietnam is better Thailand is to expensive and touristy today . It’s been over developed
In phuket expecially, but thailand is much more....
Yo Stephen, that’s very arguable ;)
@@myweblab that’s so true🏆
so if people in Thailand lived in poverty and had absolutely nothing it would be better for you as a tourist?
@@LonglingEriksen Thailand was better before it got over developed. There’s really nice parts of Thailand like northern Thailand the older parts of Thailand are really nice