Don't do this in THAILAND 🇹🇭

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Divert Living

Divert Living

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@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
❌13 STARTLING Things Not To Do In ASIA : bit.ly/2G5Hodv
@heloredzarul3938
@heloredzarul3938 6 жыл бұрын
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@samwilliams662
@samwilliams662 6 жыл бұрын
Bum guns bro
@sydwelltlhola4211
@sydwelltlhola4211 6 жыл бұрын
Wassup guys. You have to explain the toilet situation to me hahah! Must one use that funny looking hose pipe to clean down there?
@christopherwolf2002
@christopherwolf2002 6 жыл бұрын
U.S. Soldier deployed and looking to go to Thailand for Rest and Recuperation. Any recommendations. Not a big drinker, and just looking to relax and take in the culture.
@pakinbuddawong7617
@pakinbuddawong7617 5 жыл бұрын
You can travel another province l live in lampamg
@Sushicake666
@Sushicake666 6 жыл бұрын
What to do in all countrys: 1) Use your brain 2) Be polite
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
This is true!
@adventuroustravelearth5493
@adventuroustravelearth5493 6 жыл бұрын
One can use their brain but if one does not know the cultures rules and conduct, off course one will offend/screw up. You are attention seeking. If you don't know the countries rules and customs what good is POLITE? POLITE may be ok for wester standards but in Thailand will get you in big trouble... Your comment was without thought
@mirzakhan8821
@mirzakhan8821 5 жыл бұрын
Fuck you
@heavymeddle28
@heavymeddle28 5 жыл бұрын
I used my brain and I believe that's why I'm in Thai jail
@pakinbuddawong7617
@pakinbuddawong7617 5 жыл бұрын
3 )dont try to say thai
@glaubhafieber
@glaubhafieber 5 жыл бұрын
Actually that was one of the biggest moments this year so far. I had my birthday on naka bucha day and we went to the temple. I’ve never done that before. I knew that i have to take off my shoes. One of the monks seen me struggle getting out of my shoes ( I’m in a wheelchair and have special shoes that i need to even pass the entrance. I didn’t even expect him to talk to me ( in English!) but after he seen me even trying he said "buddha understand". This will be unforgettable for me. A really special moment for a farang who is only a guest in the country
@davidwill1320
@davidwill1320 6 жыл бұрын
In the 12 years I have lived here this is arguably one of the finest videos I've seen that explains the basics of Thai culture. There are many other things that could have been discussed, but this video hits all the big ones and explained them very well. Although I will say I'm surprised you did not talk about the practice of wai. Perhaps it is because if you screw it up, and most foreigners do, Thais will usually see it as cute and funny, but not offensive.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you David! That means a lot to us! Where in Thailand do you live?
@mikebab354
@mikebab354 5 жыл бұрын
Great informative video. Nice to hear from a Thai nationala about almost everything I was wondering about. This is my 27th time to visit Thailand but the only time i've been in Bangkok more than a day. The hospitality and good nature of Thai people alone have kept ne feeling positive despite being alone on this trip. I find the Thai people to be genuinely kind and polite. So nice to be here, i hope next time i come visit would be for vacation. Gotta bring the kids next time! Thanks guys
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Ahh thank you so much!
@trentarbeau8753
@trentarbeau8753 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video of things not to do in Thailand. Thank you for your wisdom on these issues
@stephen2346
@stephen2346 6 жыл бұрын
Alot of great information that I've never heard of on any other channel. Thanks for sharing.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww we are glad you feel that way Stephen !:D
@jacquelines3685
@jacquelines3685 5 жыл бұрын
I love that in Thailand you remove your shoes. In my house when you enter..I have a BEAUTIFUL Hawaiian sign that says "please remove your shoes Mahalo!"💖💕
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Aww Thats amazing!
@cherylcolautti1302
@cherylcolautti1302 5 жыл бұрын
Thankyou. We loved Patong in 2017. We are returning October 2019 .3 weeeks this time. We can not wait
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Ahh cant wait for more Thai food!
@kevinp8108
@kevinp8108 6 жыл бұрын
When I was in Koh Samui in 2004, I tried to use a bum-gun for the first time in my bungalow but I missed my bum and ended up spraying the ceiling. I was guilty of flushing toilet paper in Thailand; I made sure I flushed them in smaller pieces than what I would flush in the states. Thank God, I never clogged any toilets there! Nice video guys! Thumbs Up.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Kevin! I guess the small pieces might work fine! When are you going back to work on that aim!? hahahaha
@FunCook100
@FunCook100 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent information Krub! Every year I travel to Thailand I learn more about the culture and embrace it as my own.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Its a beautiful thing!
@kamfire98
@kamfire98 4 жыл бұрын
Great primer I’ll remember the finer points for next time thanks for posting!
@adamnevejcs9096
@adamnevejcs9096 4 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your videos, and plan on another tours soon. Thanks for the Tips...
@crossofamber
@crossofamber 3 жыл бұрын
You guys are seriously awesome people, much appreciated
@FunCook100
@FunCook100 5 жыл бұрын
7-11 is amazing in Thailand, everything you need is available, and more! Really enjoyed your video.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
I miss Thai food haha
@jehsdca
@jehsdca 6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic and insightful video. Thank you so much. A lot to remember!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
It is a lot! But its ok Thai people are super nice! You will be ok!
@nonaubiz8939
@nonaubiz8939 6 жыл бұрын
It's taking a bit to get caught up on all the videos I watched to all the channels I subscribe to, mostly biking stuff. I love this video. With every video you guys post about Thailand I want to visit even more. The people and culture seem so wonderful.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww thank yuo for watching all the videos! Yes Thailand is truly amazing We really love it there!
@TouringTastebuds
@TouringTastebuds 6 жыл бұрын
Interesting to hear bout the flag usage on clothes and what not. Great tips, definitely a few I wouldn't have known!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
So cool guys! It is something so different!
@fredbonett8262
@fredbonett8262 5 жыл бұрын
Man... Your Lady is. A PRINCESS . Treat her as a Princess - Always and Forever
@theonereborn9299
@theonereborn9299 5 жыл бұрын
Glad I saw this before going. Thanks for putting out this info!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Of course! Thank you for watching!
@truckerfromreno
@truckerfromreno 6 жыл бұрын
I'm loving your videos. Beautifully made, great content and nice people. Well done and cheers.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Bobby ! Means a lot to us !:D
@thedaleymeelee3389
@thedaleymeelee3389 6 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your video about the DO NOTS. Keep it real keep it funny and keep them coming. I feel educated even in a small way. Upps!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww so cool! Thank you so much!
@ปุรเชษฐพลโยธา
@ปุรเชษฐพลโยธา 5 жыл бұрын
ยินดีต้อนสู่ประเทศไทยครับ welcome to thailand
@LozsLeisure
@LozsLeisure 6 жыл бұрын
As always, great work guys and a lot of good information - for first time travellers and likely even for people who have travelled to Thailand multiple times before! The toilet paper thing still gets me now!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
hahaha it gets me every time!
@kenb5257
@kenb5257 6 жыл бұрын
When my thai wife and I plan to go somewhere to see anything in Thailand we always have a plan B in case closed or some unplanned problems. In Thailand you can't let spoiled plans spoil your day. Be flexible. The touching the head thing is very true about people you don't know or not friends with but if close friends or girlfriend or boyfriend it's Okay. Great video, thanks.
@Mono-hn2yz
@Mono-hn2yz 6 жыл бұрын
I'm Thai people so proud to watch your this video. thanks for make good video.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww thank you so much! We really love having Thai people follow us!
@fairyqiankun
@fairyqiankun 5 жыл бұрын
I’m going there in May, thank you for the tips! So helpful😊
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Hope it helps!
@jacquelines3685
@jacquelines3685 5 жыл бұрын
💖you guys!!! Great Tips! I'll be in Thailand July & August 2020! I will remember your tips👍🏽
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
We hope you have a great trip!
@Doreen3010
@Doreen3010 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this vdo. V. Helpful. I love how you both complement and complete each others sentences.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Aww haha thank you so much!
@chaiband6947
@chaiband6947 5 жыл бұрын
Great. Thank you so much for attention to make the valuable video to tell everyone about our Thai culture and behavior. You two are so nice. Love you.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Aww thank you so much!
@leea9829
@leea9829 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you too the both of you. Great information!!!!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww of course! Thank you for watching!
@Debeauxsouvenirs
@Debeauxsouvenirs 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much indeed guys for such informative & educational video. We all appreciated!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww thank you so much! We hope it helps people!
@MerelMystery
@MerelMystery 4 жыл бұрын
The (ice) coffee advice is really good! I love to get some coffee on my way to the subway. Great advice!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 4 жыл бұрын
Its so so so good!
@onezenman
@onezenman 5 жыл бұрын
lol flushing toilet paper reminds me of when I traveled to England, the first meal I had there because the food was so different to American food I was blocked up for a couple days and when I finally went, I really went well it blocked up the toilet at my girlfriends parents home and when I had to tell her father what happened he says "I guess everything in America is bigger" I was so embarrassed.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
hahahhahahha, sorry to laugh!
@zaidaahida1868
@zaidaahida1868 4 жыл бұрын
Rude
@felixc3719
@felixc3719 3 жыл бұрын
Mate our toilets work fine that must of been a ginormous shit
@stacienichole1198
@stacienichole1198 5 жыл бұрын
Thank u for ur content! I have a paper I have to write for a college class and it had to do with thailand culture. This video and other of ur videos has made this paper so much easier to write :) thank u again.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Aww that is so so cool! We are so happy that they are helpful!
@keithwilson3388
@keithwilson3388 6 жыл бұрын
Hi Jimmy ,Tah your information is so very true ,I have been living in Chiang Mai for 5 years now and have learnt some of your does and fonts the hard way ,very very good information for people coming to Thailand, in my 5 years have never had any bad experiences with the lovely thai people ,respect is a good word to remember, great video guys ,cheers
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Keith! We really try to give information most people dont know about
@dmgphotographyfilms6454
@dmgphotographyfilms6454 6 жыл бұрын
great video.. I had to share this on my facebook page for others to learn.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! It you find us on Facebook we will be uploading it there soon!
@robertmergaert3367
@robertmergaert3367 6 жыл бұрын
The Bum gun is seriously superior to toilet paper! I totally acclimated to bum guns while in Thailand.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
hahah im going to put one in my house in NY haha
@gdroce8569
@gdroce8569 5 жыл бұрын
Having one installed at my house. It's the most fantastic thing I discovered in Thailand lol
@Patrick_Simon_Sanad
@Patrick_Simon_Sanad 5 жыл бұрын
@@gdroce8569 Me too. At first I was like ok, that's weird, but with the time, I got to love it!
@jpcoronel8261
@jpcoronel8261 4 жыл бұрын
Here in the Philippines, we call it bidet. I love it. It saves me from using my hands in washing my butt aside from soaping and patting it dry with tissue paper.
@gentamics
@gentamics 4 жыл бұрын
Imagine being a thai kid and thought countries that use toilet paper to wipe their butts are creeps or just stupid man oh man i was an idiotic kid I have a permanent “third eye” from smashing my head on a stone chair smh
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer 6 жыл бұрын
I have been to Thailand a few times and this is a great review with lots of food for thought! Love your channel btw.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so so much!
@fiftynein6047
@fiftynein6047 5 жыл бұрын
And a lot of smoke and smokers
@tltravel
@tltravel 6 жыл бұрын
There is some great information in this video. I lived in Thailand for almost 8 months & visit again and again and I had NO IDEA that it was frowned upon to eat strong smelling foods (other than obviously durian) on the bus / boat etc.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
From a locals eyes it is! Thats why i think this video is so much different then most because Tah is a Local :) So happy you liked it!
@learnfrenchable
@learnfrenchable 6 жыл бұрын
Is this really a thing? If you get someone on the MRT who's eaten Som Tum they stink the whole carraige out! If it is a thing it's not a Foreigner specific problem
@yotakayotaka
@yotakayotaka 5 жыл бұрын
learnfrenchable I am local and I really feel offensive for ‘it isn’t Foreigner specific problem’. It’s inconsiderate for other human beings, Thai or not. Considerate is Thai core value. Well, it maybe difficult to understand.
@TravellersRelish
@TravellersRelish 6 жыл бұрын
Seriously love how comprehensive your guides are. The toilet paper part definitely keeping that in mind.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
YES! Such an important part haha
@jtaltona1902
@jtaltona1902 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this fantastic video. I have learned a lot :)
@fredbonett8262
@fredbonett8262 5 жыл бұрын
Tjx 4 very usefull infos. Cheers Friends 🎸🎸😀
@svendphimdi5999
@svendphimdi5999 6 жыл бұрын
Hi You 2. Agian great information. Thanks .
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Svend!
@patuki26
@patuki26 6 жыл бұрын
You two are both so cute! I wish you guys nothing but the best! Keep posting! How about a video of how you guys met? Jimmy! What was your first impression? Tah is super cute!!!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww we have a video kinda how we met but you will have to go way way back for it! hahaha
@jonhanson8098
@jonhanson8098 6 жыл бұрын
Great job guys i learned alot.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww so cool Jon! We are happy you liked it!
@murphymukeshalungaram9253
@murphymukeshalungaram9253 4 жыл бұрын
I am truly amazed hearing that the Thai People's Culture very similar as with Malaysian Culture especially shoes is left at the entrance of the home. I truly agree with this. Whether there is a sacred image or an Altar placed in the home, Asians believes very clearly that every home is a dwelling place of God and it is to be kept clean, neat and tidy.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 4 жыл бұрын
It is so interesting! I love it!
@AznCAAngel
@AznCAAngel 5 жыл бұрын
Excited to visit Bangkok next week!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
We hope you have a great trip!
@gavrielhaskins7532
@gavrielhaskins7532 6 жыл бұрын
Wow! What an informative video. Now I understand the Thai dramas I watch better. I always ask myself why don't people speak plainly instead of always saying I am sorry and being deferential to the other person. Thanks so much. Great video.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Of course! Thank you for watching!
@CactusSteps
@CactusSteps 6 жыл бұрын
I love the "bum gun" in Thailand :) also one day we were taking a taxi and my thai girlfriend knew the direction we are going is completely wrong....but she did not wanted to offend the driver because he was too old :) I love Thailand. Keep the videos coming, like cold ice Leo beers :)
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
hahaha LEO!!! I miss LEO haha i love this comment Cosmin! Thank you for making me laugh at the end!
@raymondmctigue2759
@raymondmctigue2759 5 жыл бұрын
Really. Good information
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@delfinagioielli1311
@delfinagioielli1311 5 жыл бұрын
YOUR VIDEOS ARE VERY HELPFUL AND FUN
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Aww we really try to make them as helpful as possible!
@Wandermates
@Wandermates 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks of sharing this video. ❤️
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@wedgelewis7903
@wedgelewis7903 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, these are different things not to do than what's on the web. Please do more of these. I'm a very respectful person to other cultures and people. A person being rude really makes me extremely mad.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
awww thats what we were going for!
@darrellwilliams7604
@darrellwilliams7604 6 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for the Philippines version, traveling there soon.thanks guys.anither great video.By the way love Thailand too.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Darrell! We will make sure to do a video on the Philippines as well!
@darrellwilliams7604
@darrellwilliams7604 6 жыл бұрын
@@DivertLiving thanks guys,God bless ya.Takecare.
@petemilecmilec1782
@petemilecmilec1782 6 жыл бұрын
Very good and useful video 😎
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww thank you so so much!
@lbunnygordon1133
@lbunnygordon1133 6 жыл бұрын
I am so much better prepared for my travels now thanks as ever to you guys for the educated advice I have travelled but learnt so many new things from you especially about early morning food and life; believe you are mature and respect everything xxx 30 years ago was different about parties and stuff
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Ahh yea we dont party much so we like to deliver as much helpful information as possible
@pg618
@pg618 5 жыл бұрын
At the end of the video where are those mountains. thank you.
@cesberryu.9193
@cesberryu.9193 6 жыл бұрын
wow good to know Thanks ..I hope someday to visit Bangkok Thailand
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Ahh you will love it when you do!
@CreativBrian
@CreativBrian 6 жыл бұрын
The Thai markets are always interesting to visit
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
We love them so much!
@叶金荣
@叶金荣 6 жыл бұрын
I love Mooping too. almost every night will buy at least 10 sticks and bring back to hotel.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Hahaha 10 sticks !!! You are mooping master !😂😂
@叶金荣
@叶金荣 6 жыл бұрын
@@DivertLiving oh wow, thank for replying. my record was 30 sticks bought along the street beside Talal Neon Night Market. the lady was @@ and she counted the number of stick balanced in the box.
@naifongkoh6953
@naifongkoh6953 5 жыл бұрын
Good cultural advice!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@MRwiteoutt
@MRwiteoutt 5 жыл бұрын
Love watching your guys travel trips! Keeps me motivated to continue to make mine!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Aww so happy you are traveling and enjoying it!
@sidlee7205
@sidlee7205 6 жыл бұрын
In the Philippines too, people there are the nicest in the world but they have what they call “Onion skin” (meaning that they easily get hurt or insulted) and the revenge can be fatal. So it’s important to be always respectful dealing with them. It’s not a fast pace culture, they take their time so don’t yell when things are slow. Be always respectful in any situation.
@pornthipkaewpakdee7391
@pornthipkaewpakdee7391 Жыл бұрын
Good ones,thank.
@mcshew
@mcshew 4 жыл бұрын
“Bum Gun” lol never heard that before. Love it! I installed one in my US home after visiting BKk. So much better than toilet paper and better for the environment also saves you $.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 4 жыл бұрын
They're the best things ever haha
@kevinyeohck
@kevinyeohck 6 жыл бұрын
This makes me miss Bangkok so much and so many similarities to my country Malaysia too! 😂
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
We are neighbor !:D
@MrSteveyboy44
@MrSteveyboy44 6 жыл бұрын
Drying is an issue though but I agree it’s probably more hygienic
@IvanBKK2009
@IvanBKK2009 4 жыл бұрын
Yes. thailand and malaysia are very similar. Same stupidity.
@gentamics
@gentamics 4 жыл бұрын
IvanBKK2009 ouchie
@masonryjoe
@masonryjoe 6 жыл бұрын
I knew some of that but learned a few more things , Thanks
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww thats all we were hoping for! Thank you so much for watching!
@Thirstytraveler41
@Thirstytraveler41 6 жыл бұрын
This video helps a lot...Thanks
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome! We just want to help! Are you traveling to thailand?
@Thirstytraveler41
@Thirstytraveler41 6 жыл бұрын
I will next year! I have to save first. Talking about saving, do you guys have online jobs to help financially with your travels, or you are using what you've saved?
@Rob_430
@Rob_430 4 жыл бұрын
Jimmy’s reaction about clogging the toilet was funny. So my question is, not mentioned anywhere, if no flushing toilet paper, where does it go? Solves the problem of clogging, but creates another......lol!
@smith9808
@smith9808 6 жыл бұрын
I have some fond memories of Thailand but some not. One night Two Thai girls asked me if I wanted to sleep with them. They said it would be like winning the Lottery. To my horror they were right.... we had six matching balls.
@brenixnavales1520
@brenixnavales1520 6 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
@darrenkrock736
@darrenkrock736 6 жыл бұрын
They were probably sheboys
@adventuroustravelearth5493
@adventuroustravelearth5493 6 жыл бұрын
LMAO LOL SO FUNNY That one finished me off LOL
@adventuroustravelearth5493
@adventuroustravelearth5493 6 жыл бұрын
Very dangerous stuff @roguemale TheOne&Only
@Armando.Sepulveda
@Armando.Sepulveda 6 жыл бұрын
Lady boys
@kymrose6971
@kymrose6971 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, we enjoyed this information 😁
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Hope it was helpful!
@michelleestrada1865
@michelleestrada1865 5 жыл бұрын
Your videos are very helpful. We are planning a trip soon. I was trying to download your travel checklist to Thailand but I was not able to add it to the cart. Any suggestions? Thank you again. I think we will be ready, thanks to you.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
If you send an email we can take care of it for you. Sorry you had issues:( info@divertliving.com
@shesagoddess3592
@shesagoddess3592 5 жыл бұрын
Woooh v important to carry tissue every where. Good tips
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@eugenevw1654
@eugenevw1654 6 жыл бұрын
Very well done more please.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Eugene ! Working on that !:D
@raghuchetana5688
@raghuchetana5688 3 жыл бұрын
Good information
@dorothywiseman567
@dorothywiseman567 6 жыл бұрын
More, more, more....please. I am 66 years old. I live in Missouri USA. I will be getting a 15 year old boy from Thailand as an exchange student. I don't have any idea what to expect. I live in the country on a chicken farm. He lives in Bangkok and I know that's a big city...Any advice would help. Thank you so much...love your videos. You two explain very well. Thank you
4 жыл бұрын
While living in Thailand I found a Thai man sneeze into a handkerchief that was made like the American Flag. I went over to him pointed to the handkerchief and said "Mai dee mak mak I am american"! and without the Krup! I hope he got the message! The american flag has meaning in its colors and stars as well, people died for those colors! Saying this because the disrespect goes both ways. I lived here for 20 years and also went back to the states to remind me of USA values. I agree that fa-rang wear way too little clothing in the beach towns, they need to cover up! Also fear of eating at the street stalls is sad because the food is great and cheap! Note 7-11's are everywhere, if you need something quickly. Gas stations are like mini malls, and that's cool! We clean our butts with water only, sorry get use to it. Also don't get offended by the tee shirts, they say some really rude things IN ENGLISH and you could get rather offended. When you sit down don't cross your legs so the sole of your foot points at someone, NO NO! When you enter a family's home and you see the oldest women there say "Ma, Sa wa dee Krup", It shows you respect the matriarchal structure of the home. You can eat the spicy food if you ask for a glass of coke to go with it, I don't know why but the coke or Pepsi cuts the pain of the spice on your tongue (I do it all the time). Watch for traffic when walking, the pedestrian does not always have the right of way, sorry this is not America! It gets hot in Thailand I mean really hot but one way to cool off that I use is put a wet and cold wash cloth on the back of your neck, then try to sit in front of a fan or near one. Its amazing how that cools down your body. Also there are ices you can buy (Si nam keng) that help reduce the body heat to deal with the weather. People here carry umbrellas to keep the sun off them and they lay under a tree at the beaches, they love having white skin. You will laugh when you see how they eat their KFC meals ... with spoon and fork. They don't have knives so use your spoon as a knife. Oh and there are A LOT of american chain restaurants in Thailand, try to stay away from them otherwise you are missing the point. Note, stairs are not built to USA regulations so be careful, it will take getting use to. Not to end on a bad note but when you are at a grocery store and in line to purchase your stuff, someone may push their cart into your back, ITS SO ANNOYING but just try to tolerate it. They don't understand the need for private space as we do in the USA! Maybe say something in a nice way like "paw lauw" meaning: enough already!
@stevegand
@stevegand 6 жыл бұрын
Nice to see you guys are still going strong! 👍. And, 35K subs!! Wow. Coming back in a few weeks for Loi Krathong in C.M. Can’t wait. Hope to see you guys on one of these trips. 🙏
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww we would love to see you on one of your trips! I hope we can make that happen!
@bayareablues2255
@bayareablues2255 6 жыл бұрын
9:20 - Beautiful shot of the night market!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you ! Such a vibrant one !:)
@henryrollingasmr
@henryrollingasmr 6 жыл бұрын
Your video make me miss Bangkok very much
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Ahhh we miss BKK so much! Mainly Moo-ping haha
@henryrollingasmr
@henryrollingasmr 6 жыл бұрын
@@DivertLiving we spend 6 days in bangkok, but it's not enough. BKK is so amazing
@HisLostSheep
@HisLostSheep 5 жыл бұрын
GREAT place to be if you're an introvert and do not like it when people stare or have this paranoia that people judge you. I love it here, I love that people mind their own business. The Thai citizens are very polite where I visited, they are very grateful. :D
@HelloImNotJohnnyCash
@HelloImNotJohnnyCash 6 жыл бұрын
Great Vid.. love the information..the only thing I can pick on is how you say ALL COR HALL lol.. ;) PS i love watching the closed captions.. very funny interpretations of words.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric! We are so happy you are getting useful information from these videos! We are trying to help spread as much knowledge as we can
@jariristiranta9163
@jariristiranta9163 6 жыл бұрын
1:24 I believe there's an exception to this: making comments about other people's appearance in a way that would seem very straightforward in the West. Such as "you look fatter". I hear a lot of comments about my skin color, height or size. :)
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
I never thought about that! Thank you so much for the comment!
@meitschitschka
@meitschitschka 5 жыл бұрын
Veeeery true, my mother in law called me chubby the other day while I’m about to give birth to her grandchild in April. She didn’t say KAH at the end LOL. I guess I’m a real farang accepted family member :))))))
@dougbergman8631
@dougbergman8631 6 жыл бұрын
You're so right about the free buffet breakfast, I've been saying it for years. You eat too much and then you pass 100 things that are delicious but the can't try them because you're too stuffed. Moo Ping and sticky rice forever!!!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
OMG thats the best breakfast in the world!
@deefallangzilla1985
@deefallangzilla1985 5 жыл бұрын
Sawatdeekrap: I always where I travel to, I have respect the local costumes and adapt on the local system. And show respect to the local people. Also I talk somme Thai verry good, the understand me ,so its good I thinking. Touching the head, always as ask permision, And never puth your feets to people. I always ask Thai Friends about correct Thai behaviuor. Thanks so much for this splendid video information, have a happy long all of you.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Very good!
@Tapster2010
@Tapster2010 5 жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome
@plagueinsideme
@plagueinsideme 4 жыл бұрын
That girl with guitar from Chiang Mai is a LEGEND
@usermilk_
@usermilk_ 6 жыл бұрын
This Channel is Awesome
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Aww thank you Pan !:D
@jdhsingi
@jdhsingi 6 жыл бұрын
So interesting...thank you for sharing.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Of course! Thank you for watching Jim!
@Food-is_Life
@Food-is_Life 5 жыл бұрын
Jimmy, don’t feel bad. I did the same at my wife’s parents house in the Philippines. It was a nightmare. Let’s just leave it at that. Thanks for the video guys. Can wait to go back to Thailand. 😍
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Ahahaha Thank you! Lets hope it doesn't happen again!
@Food-is_Life
@Food-is_Life 5 жыл бұрын
@@DivertLiving you see Jimmy, not sure if this is true but i think that all SE Asia toliets are very weak when it flushes and can flush the toilet paper down since most of them or all uses the little sprayer or the bucket with the handle on it to rinse off. We who lived in US most or all lur life are used to toilwt paper amd flushing them. Lol. But yeah, that was a embarassing moment but my wofe and her family played it out where it was normal and made me feel ok not embarrassed even though in my head i was like, DANG IT! This is the most embarrassing thing ive done here in SE Asia. Hahahahaha 😅😂😂😂😜
@aaramzee
@aaramzee 6 жыл бұрын
Okay, so next time I would be in Thailand, I would be very careful. I pledge, I will try to follow rules of Thai culture. Good lecture.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! We just want to help travelers understand and respect the local ways.
@learnfrenchable
@learnfrenchable 6 жыл бұрын
ridiculous advice, if you're not upsetting anyone in your own country with your actions you won't upset anyone here either, don't touch strangers on the head is good advice in any country. Come to Thailand, relax and enjoy yourself
@Tapster2010
@Tapster2010 5 жыл бұрын
Great Video
@throwingsparks
@throwingsparks 5 жыл бұрын
I don’t drink alcohol ( or very little), is it possible to visit Thailand and have a good time with this in mind?
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 5 жыл бұрын
Yes of course!
@throwingsparks
@throwingsparks 5 жыл бұрын
@@DivertLiving ....Thank you!!
@dwynnell
@dwynnell 5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, there are elephants, jungles, snakes, tigers, amazing food and the best - all the lovely Thai people.
@mr.n0ne
@mr.n0ne 5 жыл бұрын
As an Indian the Thai customs are not alien. Some of the points here made are very relevant and obvious to India. But indeed very informative and detailed video. Tnx.
@ether91333
@ether91333 6 жыл бұрын
great video!
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
thank you !:D
@Sionapink48
@Sionapink48 4 жыл бұрын
Consideration for others in America is rare I can't wait to go to Thailand ☺️
@meitschitschka
@meitschitschka 5 жыл бұрын
At first I was like: OMG another American trying to explain cultural do´s and dont´s without knowing what they’re talking about. BUT you guys, as a mixture raced couple nailed it. My husband is from Udon Thani and I am German. He came to Germany when he was six, so he’s pretty westernized I would say while his mom still has a lot of Thai habits. I even told him not to point his feet towards his dad the other day lol. All points you mentioned are very true. I just wanna add that Thai people really appreciate you being attentive when it comes to personal needs. You even need to offer things more than once, because they are polite and don’t wanna cause any inconvenience. Germans are known for being the most straight forward communicating country. We even have a quote saying: There’s nothing to complain about and it’s used as a compliment LOL. Imagine you cooked food and the other person says it after tasting it. I love our diversity, we learn from each other and get to pick the best parts of each culture.
@robertpippin3891
@robertpippin3891 6 жыл бұрын
Do they have handicap accessible transportation, like city buses, with wheelchair ramps there? I just fell in love with this country, and the video isn't even over yet.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
They have VIP vans Robert that they can put the Wheelchair in the back but im guessing we could figure something out!
@robertpippin3891
@robertpippin3891 6 жыл бұрын
It's an electric, 350 pound wheelchair. LOL.
@jkhum1
@jkhum1 6 жыл бұрын
As I am Thai person everything you have mention in this video is very true. One things you have to mind when you travel to Thailand and many Asian countries personal space are very limited when you on public area like public transport and etc. Also try not to judge gender from the way they look. I have tell this to lot of my Aussie people who travel to Thailand. Especially Aussie men they can be narrow mind. Especially when they see guys do things like a lady. They will thing you straight away these guys are gay. In many Asian countries is not the case.
@DivertLiving
@DivertLiving 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment! We really appreciate it!
@jkhum1
@jkhum1 6 жыл бұрын
@@DivertLiving your welcome.
@selvmortsydd
@selvmortsydd 6 жыл бұрын
This is very true.
@abkornburee
@abkornburee 6 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with you about Aussie people have a narrow minded
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