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Hi so cal, I am really interestred with the content of your posts and admire your new non corrupted view of Thailand. Thailand is an amazing place and I love it dearly. But if your distil the comments of non thai people on this forum you will find that there is more than a grain of truth in their c...

When I first came here 45 years ago I never heard the term "farang" used. I do not like to be referred to as a "farang" and my well educated Thai friends would never call me this. I would consider it insulting if they did. and why would you consider it an insult ? that's the ans...

"Hello, my name is Hans. I am 56 years old and I have a bit of a weight problem and I am also losing my hair. In other words, I am old, fat and ugly, which is the main reason I decided to come to Thailand because back home no woman would consider going out with me let alone even look at me (un...

Section 4 of the Constitution clearly stipulates that "The human dignity, right and dignity of the people shall be protected." All people can enjoy equal rights and fundamental freedoms irrespective of their origin, race, language, sex, age, physical or health condition, personal backgrou...

I do not see that Thai living has changed as much as the white influence. It is interesting that I now see more homeless down and out white types of people on the streets. Thai people are very tolerant. That is good. It is sad that white people have to come to thailand and ruin the beautiful Thai a...

Thai girls are more crazy about white skined men & their money in all major cities of thailand. earlier it was less but now....o my god !!! they want to make relations with white skined men....at any cost...even that men are beggar in their country !!!! thai girls should choose locals....and st...

When I first came here 45 years ago I never heard the term "farang" used. I do not like to be referred to as a "farang" and my well educated Thai friends would never call me this. I would consider it insulting if they did. and why would you consider it an insult ? that's the ans...

I like the country already and will not be swayed by other peoples negative comments. Things I like about it include: Minimal road rage, less macho attitude , the natural femininity of Thai women(if you have not lived in North America then you might not understand that one), the work ethic of people...

Just to add to the argument. Thai culture is inherently racist. It is deeply ingrained in both the language and culture to the extent that Thai people are totally unaware that they are being racist and as a consequence do not use the language in an overt racist way. Thailand also has another proble...

I just started going to Thailand a couple years ago. I really liked the place for the climate and the laid back attitude and the favorable currency exchange. I work over the internet so I can live anywhere in the world. I told some people about my interest in relocating to Thailand. I got many good ...

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