10 Shocking Things About Thailand That Will Leave You Speachless

[@stefanexplores]

The whitening thing is shocking indeed. As a Swedish person I certainly don't need to get any whiter :D Also hope that Thai people would realize how incredibly beautiful they are in a tan.

[@ThaiThoughts]

That’s such a great point! 😄 Thanks for sharing your perspective, and I hope more people embrace their natural skin tone too! 🙌🌞

[@ericrunes728]

I think number 11 should be “once you come visit Thailand you might be shocked you start planning how to spend the rest of your life in Thailand!” Thank you palm I love your channel :)

[@JasonS-n5d]

This. First time I went I was there about five minutes before realising I wanted to send my life there. Absolutely incredible place 🙏

[@ThaiThoughts]

That’s a fantastic suggestion! 😄 Thailand has that magic effect on so many visitors! Thank you for your kind words, I’m really glad you love the channel! 😊

[@mangostickyrice555]

Thumbs up 👍 Palm

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tidianediallo8592]

Appreciate your energy and content! 👏 Thailand is really an amazing country. Your smile and friendliness says it all. Just out of curiosity. If a foreigner is able to speak in Thai that is understandable to locals, then Do you think he/she should speak in Thai. Or, Is sticking to English preferable? (if the Thai local can speak a lil bit of English ). What is your opinion on this?

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thank you for your kind words! 😊 Speaking Thai is always appreciated and shows respect for the culture. But if the local seems more comfortable in English, mixing both works perfectly!

[@Aavp72]

I have had a massage in the Toilet in Bangkok. I was so shocked, but it was absolutely amazing, he even cracked my neck and back. Loved it.

[@ThaiThoughts]

Sounds like quite the experience! 😄 Glad you enjoyed it!

[@WheelsUpWithChuck]

The bathroom massage happen to me. It was weird at first but now I don't care I understand the culture more now.

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thanks for sharing your experience! 😊 It can definitely be surprising at first, but it's great that you’ve come to understand the cultural context. 😄

[@sswmastering]

When I first visited Thailand what shocked me coming from the US was the fact there are no pedestrian right away rules when crossing the street which was quite challenging. I am used to it now after 5 years you just have to work on your timing.😎

[@ThaiThoughts]

I totally get that! 😅 It’s like a whole new kind of challenge! 😎 Glad you've mastered it after 5 years!

[@nRaxen]

I did get a massage in the toilet one time, when i was in Thailand. Surprised att first then it was just funny.

[@ThaiThoughts]

It’s definitely one of those things that catches you off guard at first, but once you get used to it, it’s just hilarious. 😄

[@BlackManMeetsWorld]

Great video. Keep up the great work. Youre becoming my new Go-to Thai channel

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thank you! 😊 That means a lot to me. I’ll keep bringing you the best content, appreciate your support! 🙌🇹🇭

[@mishalunintomsk4143]

Sawadee krub khun Palm. thank you for sharing

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thank you for watching and supporting my videos, it means a lot! 😊

[@TheTuff1]

SUY MAK MAK!! Thank You!!!

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thank you! 🙏😊

[@northshoreplaid]

coming next week for vacation...Let's see if the HYPE about Thailand holds true!! Always a great video Palm..!! Love your content!!

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thank you! 😊 Have an amazing trip, and I can't wait to hear what you think. Safe travels and enjoy every moment! 🙌😄🌴

[@northshoreplaid]

@ not to worry. You’ll be one of the first I’ll let know! Sent you a few coffees to thank you for content! So appreciated

[@hanumon22]

Funny you mentioned if someone tried to give a massage while peeing. I was at Siam department store, I was given a massage I did not ask for. I was startled. But it was something I laughed about after.

[@ThaiThoughts]

Getting an unexpected massage while at Siam must’ve been quite the surprise! Glad you could laugh about it afterward! 😂

[@klzi7109]

Dear Ling noi, a happy New Year again, may you have all the success you want to achieve. Moreover, thx for the laughter. Weird massage, for sure. Massage is okay but not this place 😮. As for the traffic. We can see it as a chance to get to the next life much sooner. Maybe better? 😊 And here's the question to your year 2568: What's the event for the year 0, the birth or death of the great Buddha? - Eventually check your account on ppal. ❤. See you soon, Santa K

[@ThaiThoughts]

Happy New Year to you too, Santa K! 🎉 As for the year 0 in the Thai calendar, it’s based on the death of Buddha, marking his entry into nirvana. I just saw it on PayPal, truly appreciate your kindness and support. Wishing you all the best this year 🎉😊

[@runwader]

I've never seen massagers in the restroom but I did see guy handing out paper towels and offering cologne 555

[@ThaiThoughts]

Haha, that's another classic! 😄 It’s always funny to see how people hustle in different ways in Thailand. 555

[@jarnoronkainen75]

my trip is getting closer (Already THIS year lol)... i really appreciate your videos Palm they filled with joy and good information... VERY easy to watch / listen :) ... counting days when trip starts ^_^ overly excited :D

[@ThaiThoughts]

Your excitement is contagious! 😄 I'm so glad my videos bring you joy and help with your trip prep. Safe travels and enjoy every moment! ✈️🎉😊

[@thestaffrockband]

I never had a massage in the bathroom, yet (LOL), but at least if it happens to me someday, I'll be prepared to know what's happening thanks to your video!

[@ThaiThoughts]

Haha, glad my video could prepare you for that possibility! 😂 If it ever happens, you'll know exactly what to expect. Thanks for watching and sharing the laugh!

[@imonoke7903]

Happy neaw year Palm!🥰🌴

[@ThaiThoughts]

Happy new year! 🎉

[@mattdouglas1050]

American trick for dealing with tailgaters... don't know if it'll work in Thailand or not. Tap the brakes just enough for the brake lights to come on and lean forward and then back as you do it. If you have other passengers in your car, they need to also lean forward and back in sync with you.

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thanks for sharing that tip!

[@imonoke7903]

Im goint to start a food business in thailand with my thai gf

[@matthewdonovan6073]

Good luck ❤

[@_chillblaine]

In Thailand they want more white skin. In Australia we want more dark tan skin 🤣

[@ThaiThoughts]

That’s a great point! 😂 It’s interesting how cultures vary!

[@TeddyBear-zj4qg]

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[@Alex_Gordon]

thanks again for a very interesting video :) lovely background! it looks like it's from the Pacific Northwest of the USA. is it? that "sister" thing is interesting. I can confirm it. so many people call their friend "sister" or "brother" even though they are not related at all. they are just friends. that was always a bit confusing to me lol. but I usually ask them: do you have the same mother and father as this person you call "sister"? usually they say no, so I understand they are just friends and not technically siblings :) that thing about never going hungry and 24 hour delivery is also great of course, but after being sick in the stomach a number of times in Thailand I am afraid of street food and sadly I have to say I avoid it now 😢 I know I'm missing a lot but I just don't want to take the risk anymore. being food poisoned is a miserable feeling and I never want to experience that anymore. maybe I just have a sensitive stomach 😩 never heard about someone massaging you when you take a pee!? 😂that's new! lol

[@ThaiThoughts]

Thank you! 😊 You’re spot on 🌲 Totally understand avoiding street food-your health comes first! And yeah, the 'toilet massage' bit is definitely one of Thailand's unique surprises. 😂 Thanks again for sharing your thoughts!

[@Alex_Gordon]

@@ThaiThoughts you are very welcome and thanks for your reply ☺🙏

[@imonoke7903]

I know tje massage guys in bangkok night clubs, super friendly guys and they never annoy me when going to toilet. Thei let me do my thing in peace and ask massage only after i wash ly hand and was ready

[@ThaiThoughts]

That’s awesome to hear! 😊 Thanks for sharing your experience!"

[@sooantonysolotraveler]

Maybe if you can make a video on 'How can oversea/tourist people be safer to walk and crossing traffic junction with or without traffic light' also on 'how to follow traffic light sign crossing' safety in Thailand cities. Is it completely safe or not to walk across immediately at any zebra crossing painted with pink and white strip at any junction' Do vehicles driver stop for us to cross or not instantly? I was there in BangkokPhuket/Chiam Mai/Pattaya, I had notice that motorist did not stop or slow down to give way, when it was about 50 or 20 metre away near this zebra crossing, it might give way when it was about 100 metre away and slow down to give way for pedestrians to cross the road. Was/is there any Thai road law mention that motorist must stop and give way to pedestrians crossing first? This type of information detail can help those first time or seldom oversea/tourist travelers travel to Thailand cities can understand the road crossing safety and manners.

[@ThaiThoughts]

Great idea for a video! 😊 You're right, crossing the street in Thailand can be tricky. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@SpamMouse]

Why is my comment censored ?

[@ThaiThoughts]

It might have been flagged by KZbin's automatic system for various reasons, like certain words or phrases that could be misinterpreted.

[@JasonS-n5d]

Sawasdee khrap Palm 🙏 We have the opposite in the UK with people doing things to make themselves more brown 😂. Wasn’t expecting the word ‘piss’ from you Palm 😂😂😂, where did you pick this one up?

[@ThaiThoughts]

Haha, I didn't expect that either! At first, I thought 'piss' was the normal word, but now I know better. 😂 It's funny how language and culture change what feels normal!

[@JasonS-n5d]

@ 😂😂😂 the beauty of language learning. I’m off to Bangkok next week and it’s the first time I’ve been to Thailand since I started learning Thai, I’m looking forward to laughing over many, many mistakes I’m bound to make 😂

[@markt4297]

The skin color is related to social class. The darker you skin the lower the class working out in the sun all day. Same in PH, & VN.

[@_Alfa.Bravo_]

... was the same in Europe for a very long time 300 years ago

[@DanielKabeya-ks5cd]

I love Tom yum soup! Makes Thai woman spicy! 🔥

[@neilbennett9485]

So….how do you clean your butt in public toilet. I know you use bucket….but how???😂😂

[@SteveSmith-zo4ml]

The only nasty shock was driver behaviour and the poor standard and condition of the roads. It's an appalling free for all and highly dangerous, especially if you're a pedestrian. As you say, the second highest rate of fatal road casualties in the world. 12 times higher than the uk - and that's assuming the official numbers are correct.

[@88SunsetStrip]

Number 11: The problems of your Thai girlfriend's family are YOUR problems, especially of money can fix the problem.

[@ThaiThoughts]

I do agree. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@DennisYoutube-d1f]

Ha ha, it was very funny when you say "piss." Maybe you dont know, but it would be nicer for a young lady to say "pee" be ause it sounds not nice to say piss! Lovely lady!

[@ThaiThoughts]

Haha, thank you for pointing that out! 😊 I’ll keep that in mind for next time! Thanks for the lovely feedback. 🙌

[@thaitravel2024]

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[@ThaiThoughts]

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[@thaitravel2024]

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