Understanding Thai Culture When Making Your Thai Trip

Thailand is awash with dazzling temples and displays of traditional Thai architecture - no Thai vacation is complete without exploring at least some of these breathtaking buildings. Although Thailand is home to many Muslims, Christians and Mahayana Buddhists, the overwhelming majority of Thai people practice Theravada Buddhism. This gentle and serene religion is also sponsored by the Thai government. In fact, Buddhist monks have a special status in Thai society and even benefit from special government schemes, such as free public transport. Western tourists get thrilled at the idea of visiting Thailand because the country has so much to offer. But every western man has his own definition of the Thai experience that he takes back home and shares with his friends and family. However, most men would agree that the accompaniment of Thai girls makes up a big part of the unforgettable Thai experience.

Thailand is often called 'The Land of Smiles' and it is with good reason. It is difficult not to be charmed by the happy-go-lucky nature of the Thai people. Thai culture actively promotes the display of positive emotions and there is a strong belief in the concept of 'Sanuk,' or the notion that life is meant to be fun. It is no wonder then, that Thai people always seem so cheerful and friendly! Tourists staying in Thailand simply have to walk in a bar and choose the girl of their choice as a date for the night. You might argue that the downside to finding a Thai girl in a bar is that this is essentially a blind date, but the fact that you can have numerous such blind dates in one night makes up for all the trouble. Once you find the girl who makes up the right chemistry with you, you are free to enjoy her company through the night.

When you first enter a beer bar in Thailand, beautiful Thai girls are likely to provide you with traditional Thai hospitality encouraging you to prolong your stay in the bar. You will find that these bar girls will make you feel more comfortable and would encourage you to order a drink for them. You should never hesitate in offering up a nice drink to Thai girls since they will never turn you down. The reason for that is that not only they receive a commission on each drink and induce customers to order through their hospitality, but they also love to drink and party with tourists looking for some fun and excitement. The good news is that ensuring the right girl's company for a whole night is not a problem at all, because all you have to do is to submit a bar fine. This fine is essentially a compensation to the bar owner for the loss of work he will have to bear because one of his bar girls would be staying away from her workplace. It is also important to be aware that the Thai people believe the foot to be the dirtiest part of the body. As the Kings Head is emblazoned on Thai coins, stepping on one can provoke dismay and indignation. It is also customary to remove your shoes before entering a Thai home or the sacred areas in a temple.