Clothing sizes, you pretty much should go 1 size up on the size you wear in your country for anything made in Asia. If you're staying in a mid to budget range hotel expect your bed mattress to be firm. Insects in your condo, hotel etc-it's a tropical climate so they will be around. Soi dogs-do not pat or feed them and be wary when they are in packs-usually hitting a stick on the ground will stop them if they are being aggressive. Speak slowly in English if you do not speak Thai, remember it's a second language for most so give them time to understand and use easy words. Respect the Kingdom.
Hey Pete, THANK YOU for not doing the clickbait title where the creator goes on to list 5 things in every other video ever made. You listed 5 unique points. Including my favourite...the bum gun. Thanks for creating interesting content
I started making this list many months ago and it was definitely all things I had little to no idea about before I came here. The clickbait title and thumbnail thing… it’s a weird game to play. I do have to try to make it as interesting as possible, sometimes teasing different ideas that may not be fully explored in the video but at the same time I don’t want it to be some thing that leaves a viewer disappointed.
Always, and i mean always keep track of your bar bill..they bring you a new receipt in a cup after every purchase..its hard to do when your getting liquored up but not keeping track of it will have you saying WTF? after getting final bill
Motorbikes on the sidewalk -- saw that a lot on my last trip to Thailand! Another thing to watch for is low doors if you're much over normal height for Thai people. None of the low doorways are made of materials soft enough that hitting your head won't be traumatic. I was once in a budget hotel that had a small step up to the bathroom plus a low door -- hit my head several times on that concrete doorframe, and the second time and beyond seemed 10x worse than the first time! (yes, drinking may have been a factor!!)
@@peteonretreat2023 Stairways, yes! Especially the part where not every step is the same height -- tripped on a few steps where one (or more) is a shorter or larger step than the rest of them. Not sure how carpenters are so good at making all steps even in the west, but I definitely took it for granted!
Haha. The napkins thing still gets me. It’s pretty common in SE Asia to wash your hands before (and after) meals, so I think people compensate for the lack of a strong, sturdy paper towel. Although, we do stock paper towels in our home in Laos (like those I’m used to using in Texas). Good video!
As regards to the toilet issue make sure that (A) You actually have toilet/tissue paper when you go in for a big dump because many public toilets do NOT have it at all, and (B) The trash can for used toilet paper is IN FRONT of you BEFORE you start dumping for it may be BEHIND you, lol.
I walked in the darkness unafraid unlike the rest. Whatever life throws at me I will ace the test. I will find my joy escaping the west. Overseas I will have the chance to become my best. Never let others control you living on bended knee. Do whatever it takes to set yourself free. In another country you can create a new life. You can even find yourself a wonderful wife. Walk your path always doing what is right. Never giving up on chasing your light.
Hahaha… that’s golden!! There’s a small part of my that would like to start including bits of scripted skits like that but I don’t think that’s my cup of tea really. Information>Entertainment
I just got here to Chiang Mai on January 1st and the shock to me was driving on the other side, all the motorbikes, and the poor sidewalks. Other than that, it's great. Im from America.
Congrats and welcome to Thailand! How are you enjoying Chang Mai? That’s where I thought I would end up living, but the air quality during burning season scares me. It’s been pretty bad in Pattaya this last week. 😔 😷
Hey Pete when I’m traveling and in restaurants some places will have good napkins if so I like to always carry A spare napkin or two they will always come in handy even in the washroom when you realize there is no toilet paper and you just had to go and you realize you have back up or if you chain falls off your bike , it’s nice to be ready cheers
I do take a paper towel or two with me every time I go out. I mentioned it while filming but cut it out during editing. Very good advice and it’s come in hand many times.
Hiya Pete. One thing that I found that I really wasn't expecting was the quality of the sidewalks when there is one supplied. Yes I knew that sidewalks were not a regular thing in Thailand but I wasn't expecting when there was a sidewalk for it to have massive gaps in it, metal sewer/drain covers that are above the height of the sidewalk in the middle of the sidewalk, random tree/flower beds scattered haphazardly over the sidewalk, etc. Basically you really have to watch where you are walking because your safety relies more on YOU in Thailand than the local council in other countries. OH and a Crosswalk means NOTHING to a Thai driver LOL
Luckily I was expecting it. I’m pretty sure KeisOne did a video on it. He was my favorite Thailand UA-camrs before I moved here abs for awhile I tried to model his video style with cool music and cut scenes. Now I’ve toned down my efforts to mostly just talking about things. I’ll add that (and the crosswalks) to future videos though. Thank you for the feedback and leaving a comment 🙏🏼
@@peteonretreat2023 absolutely! I’ve never heard anyone mention it. Thank you! I was excited to see your post on my feed. I went back to watch the ones I’ve missed. Particularly appreciate the video you posted with the gentleman from my community doing great things to give back to the Thai community.
@@MrOisJustLiving thank you sir 🙏🏼 You’ve always been a great source of positivity and inspiration here in the community. I’m glad the algorithm finally brought you back in. 🙏🏼❤️🇹🇭
The bum gun is a great invention, Americans don't have any idea what they are missing out on. I put them in all my bathrooms once I got back to the USA. Now if I go where it's paper only, I end up ripping my butt up,and have to keep going back to wipe. But mostly I just feel dirty when it's wipe only. Also you save a fortune not buying toilet paper.
Hahaha… it’s kind of like swimming. You can only explain it so well… eventually you’ll have to jump in and get wet! (why didn’t I say that in the video?!?)
Honestly, after I learned about the bum gun I thought that they have the West beat for efficiency and cleanliness. Toilet paper is an expensive waste. The lack of napkins/paper towels is something I first experienced in central and south america. I think that they just don't have the forest product businesses in most parts of the world. It's something we take for granted in N. America. Finally, you're correct, one has to be hyper aware when walking around a city as scooters and drivers in general are quite reckless. I had a close call my 1st time in the land of smiles-it's easy to do when you've had a couple beers ha ha!
Walking and drinking here is definitely a hazard and yeah, bum guns are great! Talking it up a couple steps and we get the Japanese toilets. Those things are amazing!
You can! I’ve got Scott paper towels in my condo. 😊 I had mentioned in my video that I always take a paper towel or two with me when I go out, but it got cut during editing. I guess I should’ve left it in because I’ve now said it in multiple replies to comments today 😂
Good episode Pete...all things I take for granted now. The motorbikes going the wrong way on streets or on the sidewalk still surprise me at times, yet never been hit in 5 years. The napkin thing made me laugh...true of course. Many people carry their own "wipes" and paper here as sometimes there are no napkins at small Thai street side restaurants.... Never bothered me as I don't eat messy foods or fried chicken. Tissues are used a lot as well as toilet paper rolls.... Good subject, but I gave up comparing Thai to US things as I don't want to become one of those angry expats 555.. One thing I hear is some expats still claim being called a "Farang" is derogatory or "bad" yet I totally disagree,. just used by Thais for anyone Caucasian or European as far as I know. Peace, Love, and keep on vlogging
I had talked about how i always put a paper towel or two in my pocket when I go out but I cut that part out. I babbled on about all sorts of stuff when I filmed this video and cut about 6 minutes out to streamline it. The farang/falang thing is an interesting one because I’ve even heard of some Thais who feel it’s disrespectful. Truth as far as I can tell is that it’s not meant disrespectfully most of the time. Some of the first westerners here were French and the Thai word for France is “Farang Seet.” I definitely don’t take offense to it and use the term myself all the time. Ahaan farang means western food for instance.
Never touch metal railings, poles, or wires when walking around. Every year an unlucky vacationer gets electrocuted leaning against a metal lamp post. GFI protected outlets are not a thing in Thailand.
E-cigs are illegal but they sell them on the street corners. (Dont vape in front of a cop = $$$) Cannot buy beer between 2:00pm & 5:00pm, then 12:00am to 11:00am but no problem buying it in the bars. Bars are outdoors...etc...shall I go on? 😅
I knew a couple of those things but I’m not sure if it was from UA-cam. Thanks for all the additions, looks like I’ll be making a series out of this video! 🙏🏼
Great vid once again, Pete. I wish you .. and more YTers .. would do a vid on the "saving face" cultural norm of Thai people .. especially since this is such a big part of their culture .. and unknown to so many of us westerners. Example, there are lots of western men out there who maybe get confused by the Thai women they interact with. Bar girls are there for an obvious reason. But many times Thai women will smile at any western man that smiles at them. Many times, that just means they're being nice .. but the man will think that means the Thai female is interested in them, when they are not. They are simply being nice and trying not to insult your acknowledgement .. AKA .. saving face. Thai people are very nice people. But I think sometimes western people mistake that kindness for "yes" answers to whatever they may be looking for. Do you think I'm understanding "saving face" properly, Pete? Or maybe I need a better understanding too. Thanks.
It’s a great idea for a video and I’ve added it to my list. I’m well aware of it and I know there’s different levels of it (I learned the words for both the lower level and higher level of losing face in Thai school) I still don’t fully understand it all and I should do more research on it. What you were describing sounds very accurate to me, as in kindness being there to save face and Westerners misinterpreting it.
@@peteonretreat2023 Was thinking you could have a Thai friend .. or maybe two or three? .. and you talking about it. That way, there is no misinterpretaion or accusation of the "silly westerner interpreting Thai culture" type stuff. Or maybe just you mentioning at the beginning of the vid that you reviewed this info with Thai friends. in making sure the info you're giving us is accurate. Appreciate the efforts, Pete. :)
The so-called safety deposit box back in your room is not a full proof plan! The staff at the hotel have access to that box. Do you feel comfortable leaving cash in your cards and your passport in a box that anyone in your hotel can access? Have you heard of any other way of double locking those boxes? Table napkins : I noticed the same problem in Cuba the lack of paper products. The next time I went back to Cuba I brought several full-size handkerchiefs. I used the handkerchief tied around my neck to protect the back of my neck from sunburn. Handkerchief something you can carry with you that conserve many different purposes. If you sit down and eat, you can always pull out a couple of handkerchiefs. Use them put them back in your bag take them home and hand wash them in the sink and hang them up to dry not a big deal. I’m curious Thailand restrooms have a trashcan. do use paper products in the restroom. Can you throw them in the trashcan like in Mexico?
True about the room safes but I honestly feel better leaving cards and passports in there than carrying them with me all the time, especially if I’m drinking. Truth is, I usually hide my stuff in the room rather than use the box. That’s more because I’m paranoid about something happening and me not being able to get into the safe. I have not heard of any ways to make them more secure though. Yup, there’s a little waste can by every toilet in Thailand and it is for your tissue paper. I should’ve mentioned that in the video lol.
Funny I've been living here 3 years and never ran into the toilet paper issue that you can't flush it, but I've never used a public bathroom for #2. In my apartment it's not a issue...
Staff that steal from rooms are usually easily caught with the CCTV showing who has gone into the room. I place some cash in a small bag that l can put a padlock on and put in the safe so they can't pilfer it, and also lock some more in a seperate bag in the room.
Pete. hey, sorry to ask, but there was a video you put out .. maybe 6 months ago? .. in which you shared some links on how to edit and what equipment you use to make your vids. I can't seem to find that video. Do you remember which one it is? Looking to start my own channel, so many thanks!
I think it was probably one of my videos where I’m answering viewer questions… I did 3 in total but I think it’s either the first or the second one. That said: I use Filmora Wondershare for editing. Easy to use and great tutorials on UA-cam. No idea how it compares to anything else because it’s all I’ve used. I film on a GoPro Hero 9. It’s an old model, overheats in Thailand and has had issues (like random mic changes when I film). Do not recommend. In fact, from what I hear there’s other companies that put out way higher quality cameras. I watched a great video last year that compared action cameras and if I’m going to get another one I’ll get one of those other brands. I use Canva to do my thumbnails. Again, easy to use and there’s some good tutorials on UA-cam.
@@peteonretreat2023 Appreciate it Pete! Sorry not to respond earlier, but wasn't sure you'd even see this response .. or want to ha since I'm sure you already get more than enough people saying hello and lending comments. Anyway, thanks again! I'm about to watch YT vids on the editing and thumbnail stuff .. and will give my iPhone a try in filming before moving to an actual camera.
@@aaronbux1 I do miss many responses. UA-cam is great about alerting me to initial comments but responses are easily lost. Many UA-camrs use only their phones… most of the new ones have better cameras than my GoPro has. Best of luck!
Hey Pete... Those Bum Guns Seem Like A Real Pain Or Pleasure In The A!!, LOL!😮 Seriously, Though, You Can't Use Toilet Paper Even In Your Own Condo, Apartment, House, etc? Also, Does This Apply To All Hotels And Other Public Establishments? Thanks For The Clarification, And Enjoy Your Vlogging Style!👍
Pain in the A! 😂 Naw, many of the newer buildings and especially bigger hotels and condos are designed for toilet paper to be flushed. I wouldn’t push it, and use as little as I can in my place but it seems fine. A lot of the signs say don’t flush anything except for tissue.
I only use the atm once or twice a month and make full limit withdrawals but my average daily spending for food, beers, movies and massages is about 600-800 baht. I have a full spending break down video for my first year of living in Thailand.
Complaining about Thailand is pretty fair to be honest as so many things are whacked. Take the brand new pedestrian crossing signs in Pattaya as an example, they are so low that everyone is hitting their head on them and it's not as if drivers obey the crossing laws anyway. Seems everything is done 3 times or more and is still done poorly. I wonder how soi pothole got its name. 555555555
I try my best to acknowledge and laugh at things here as opposed to complaining. There’s so many things that make me scratch my head (soooo many) but accepting it all with a chuckle just helps me enjoy the good things that much more.
Is there any logic to having the supermarket upstairs in the Big C shops. ? The clothes and restaurants are on the ground floor and the food shopping is on the 1st floor ( which in Thailand they call the 2nd floor 🤪) I’m sure there will be a death from someone not being able to hold on to their packed trolley coming down the travelator ❤️🇹🇭🙏
@@stevierug8733really good question. My guess is they put they more impulsive buy shops on the bottom maybe? Maybe it has to do with construction style and they need more walls on the ground floor? I really don’t know.
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Many good points on this!🙏
Thank you 🙏🏼
Clothing sizes, you pretty much should go 1 size up on the size you wear in your country for anything made in Asia. If you're staying in a mid to budget range hotel expect your bed mattress to be firm. Insects in your condo, hotel etc-it's a tropical climate so they will be around. Soi dogs-do not pat or feed them and be wary when they are in packs-usually hitting a stick on the ground will stop them if they are being aggressive. Speak slowly in English if you do not speak Thai, remember it's a second language for most so give them time to understand and use easy words. Respect the Kingdom.
Great stuff, I think you just wrote my part 2 video! 😂
Try 3 times up..in us i wore xxl...here i have to try and find 5xl
Yes, do a video on the bugs stray dogs, the stray, cats, the bacteria in the street food and water, the bedbugs, etc..
Hey Pete, THANK YOU for not doing the clickbait title where the creator goes on to list 5 things in every other video ever made. You listed 5 unique points. Including my favourite...the bum gun. Thanks for creating interesting content
I started making this list many months ago and it was definitely all things I had little to no idea about before I came here.
The clickbait title and thumbnail thing… it’s a weird game to play. I do have to try to make it as interesting as possible, sometimes teasing different ideas that may not be fully explored in the video but at the same time I don’t want it to be some thing that leaves a viewer disappointed.
Thumbs up 👍 Pete
Big smile 😃 MSR
Always, and i mean always keep track of your bar bill..they bring you a new receipt in a cup after every purchase..its hard to do when your getting liquored up but not keeping track of it will have you saying WTF? after getting final bill
That’s a rumor, no one would ever do that here (looks down at my bill.. “um, why is there an extra beer and last drink on my bin?”
Motorbikes on the sidewalk -- saw that a lot on my last trip to Thailand! Another thing to watch for is low doors if you're much over normal height for Thai people. None of the low doorways are made of materials soft enough that hitting your head won't be traumatic. I was once in a budget hotel that had a small step up to the bathroom plus a low door -- hit my head several times on that concrete doorframe, and the second time and beyond seemed 10x worse than the first time! (yes, drinking may have been a factor!!)
Yeah, low doors and stairways too. I’m getting some good things for a part 2 video, thanks!
@@peteonretreat2023 Stairways, yes! Especially the part where not every step is the same height -- tripped on a few steps where one (or more) is a shorter or larger step than the rest of them. Not sure how carpenters are so good at making all steps even in the west, but I definitely took it for granted!
Haha. The napkins thing still gets me. It’s pretty common in SE Asia to wash your hands before (and after) meals, so I think people compensate for the lack of a strong, sturdy paper towel. Although, we do stock paper towels in our home in Laos (like those I’m used to using in Texas). Good video!
I found Texas to be the Paper Towel Mecca of the World LOL There must be more paper towels there than anywhere else!
Thank you. I always bring a paper towel with me when I go out now.
As regards to the toilet issue make sure that (A) You actually have toilet/tissue paper when you go in for a big dump because many public toilets do NOT have it at all, and (B) The trash can for used toilet paper is IN FRONT of you BEFORE you start dumping for it may be BEHIND you, lol.
Very good points, thank you 🙏🏼
The smell of the drains is not spoken about
That’s definitely going in part 2! I need to research that some more. 🙏🏼
Bum gun is a luxury. When I grew up, we only had a jar and a water dipper with no faucet anywhere afterwards. 😄
I do live a luxurious life 😂
I walked in the darkness unafraid unlike the rest. Whatever life throws at me I will ace the test. I will find my joy escaping the west. Overseas I will have the chance to become my best. Never let others control you living on bended knee. Do whatever it takes to set yourself free. In another country you can create a new life. You can even find yourself a wonderful wife. Walk your path always doing what is right. Never giving up on chasing your light.
Very beautiful words sir 🙏🏼
Haha, the image of a garden hose through the bathroom window, shouting to someone outside "now" to turn on the water, then taking care of business...
Hahaha… that’s golden!! There’s a small part of my that would like to start including bits of scripted skits like that but I don’t think that’s my cup of tea really.
Information>Entertainment
I just got here to Chiang Mai on January 1st and the shock to me was driving on the other side, all the motorbikes, and the poor sidewalks. Other than that, it's great. Im from America.
Congrats and welcome to Thailand!
How are you enjoying Chang Mai? That’s where I thought I would end up living, but the air quality during burning season scares me. It’s been pretty bad in Pattaya this last week. 😔 😷
So true, Pete, especially #3 . I lost count how many times I walked away and had to walk back to the ATM to retrieve my card. #5 Thank You!!
I’ve almost left my card in a machine a couple times. Now I barely ever take it out of my condo.
Hey Pete when I’m traveling and in restaurants some places will have good napkins if so I like to always carry A spare napkin or two they will always come in handy even in the washroom when you realize there is no toilet paper and you just had to go and you realize you have back up or if you chain falls off your bike , it’s nice to be ready cheers
I do take a paper towel or two with me every time I go out. I mentioned it while filming but cut it out during editing. Very good advice and it’s come in hand many times.
Hiya Pete. One thing that I found that I really wasn't expecting was the quality of the sidewalks when there is one supplied. Yes I knew that sidewalks were not a regular thing in Thailand but I wasn't expecting when there was a sidewalk for it to have massive gaps in it, metal sewer/drain covers that are above the height of the sidewalk in the middle of the sidewalk, random tree/flower beds scattered haphazardly over the sidewalk, etc. Basically you really have to watch where you are walking because your safety relies more on YOU in Thailand than the local council in other countries.
OH and a Crosswalk means NOTHING to a Thai driver LOL
Yes after several trips and stumbles , i now walk with my head down 😅
Luckily I was expecting it. I’m pretty sure KeisOne did a video on it. He was my favorite Thailand UA-camrs before I moved here abs for awhile I tried to model his video style with cool music and cut scenes. Now I’ve toned down my efforts to mostly just talking about things.
I’ll add that (and the crosswalks) to future videos though. Thank you for the feedback and leaving a comment 🙏🏼
I defiantly left my card in an ATM in Thailand at the airport and my friend I was with did the same the following day in Pattaya.
Mr. O! So great to see you back!
It’s definitely something that needs to be stressed more to visitors who are used to getting it back first.
@@peteonretreat2023 absolutely! I’ve never heard anyone mention it. Thank you! I was excited to see your post on my feed. I went back to watch the ones I’ve missed. Particularly appreciate the video you posted with the gentleman from my community doing great things to give back to the Thai community.
@@MrOisJustLiving thank you sir 🙏🏼
You’ve always been a great source of positivity and inspiration here in the community. I’m glad the algorithm finally brought you back in. 🙏🏼❤️🇹🇭
The bum gun is a great invention, Americans don't have any idea what they are missing out on. I put them in all my bathrooms once I got back to the USA. Now if I go where it's paper only, I end up ripping my butt up,and have to keep going back to wipe. But mostly I just feel dirty when it's wipe only. Also you save a fortune not buying toilet paper.
I have a couple friends in the states that do wet wipes. They’re nice but I don’t think they’re very environmentally friendly. Bum guns rock!
@peteonretreat2023 Full of alcohol also that drys out your skin those wet wipes.
Keep a microfiber cloth in your back pocket and napkins are no longer necessary.
Ok...#4 & 5...bring wet wipes..."it will all make sense when you get there." Abraham 2019
Hahaha, Abe’s got great advice. Listen to his words of wisdom for sure!
I have been wondering about how the bum gun is used (front or back, technique, etc.)...gonna make me google it, eh? LOL. great content as usual.
Hahaha… it’s kind of like swimming. You can only explain it so well… eventually you’ll have to jump in and get wet!
(why didn’t I say that in the video?!?)
Great advice! Ty!
Always a pleasure 🙏🏼🇹🇭
Another great video mate
Thank you mate 🙏🏼
Honestly, after I learned about the bum gun I thought that they have the West beat for efficiency and cleanliness. Toilet paper is an expensive waste. The lack of napkins/paper towels is something I first experienced in central and south america. I think that they just don't have the forest product businesses in most parts of the world. It's something we take for granted in N. America. Finally, you're correct, one has to be hyper aware when walking around a city as scooters and drivers in general are quite reckless. I had a close call my 1st time in the land of smiles-it's easy to do when you've had a couple beers ha ha!
Walking and drinking here is definitely a hazard and yeah, bum guns are great! Talking it up a couple steps and we get the Japanese toilets. Those things are amazing!
#3 been here 2 years and still forget my card sometimes 😂😂😂 good tip !
It really should be stressed more especially after reading the comments here. 🙏🏼
Shattaff is another name for the bum gun. We got one for the house here. House guests that experiment with it always create a laugh.
Haha, that’s awesome! I came across that name too when researching the video a bit but I wasn’t sure how to pronounce it properly.
You can't get like Scott or Brawny paper towels at the grocery store in Thailand??🤥Very informative vid thank you!!
You can! I’ve got Scott paper towels in my condo. 😊
I had mentioned in my video that I always take a paper towel or two with me when I go out, but it got cut during editing. I guess I should’ve left it in because I’ve now said it in multiple replies to comments today 😂
Good episode Pete...all things I take for granted now. The motorbikes going the wrong way on streets or on the sidewalk still surprise me at times, yet never been hit in 5 years. The napkin thing made me laugh...true of course. Many people carry their own "wipes" and paper here as sometimes there are no napkins at small Thai street side restaurants.... Never bothered me as I don't eat messy foods or fried chicken. Tissues are used a lot as well as toilet paper rolls.... Good subject, but I gave up comparing Thai to US things as I don't want to become one of those angry expats 555.. One thing I hear is some expats still claim being called a "Farang" is derogatory or "bad" yet I totally disagree,. just used by Thais for anyone Caucasian or European as far as I know. Peace, Love, and keep on vlogging
I had talked about how i always put a paper towel or two in my pocket when I go out but I cut that part out. I babbled on about all sorts of stuff when I filmed this video and cut about 6 minutes out to streamline it.
The farang/falang thing is an interesting one because I’ve even heard of some Thais who feel it’s disrespectful. Truth as far as I can tell is that it’s not meant disrespectfully most of the time. Some of the first westerners here were French and the Thai word for France is “Farang Seet.” I definitely don’t take offense to it and use the term myself all the time. Ahaan farang means western food for instance.
Never touch metal railings, poles, or wires when walking around. Every year an unlucky vacationer gets electrocuted leaning against a metal lamp post. GFI protected outlets are not a thing in Thailand.
Great advice! This will go in a part 2 video 🙏🏼
E-cigs are illegal but they sell them on the street corners. (Dont vape in front of a cop = $$$) Cannot buy beer between 2:00pm & 5:00pm, then 12:00am to 11:00am but no problem buying it in the bars. Bars are outdoors...etc...shall I go on? 😅
I knew a couple of those things but I’m not sure if it was from UA-cam. Thanks for all the additions, looks like I’ll be making a series out of this video! 🙏🏼
Great vid once again, Pete. I wish you .. and more YTers .. would do a vid on the "saving face" cultural norm of Thai people .. especially since this is such a big part of their culture .. and unknown to so many of us westerners. Example, there are lots of western men out there who maybe get confused by the Thai women they interact with. Bar girls are there for an obvious reason. But many times Thai women will smile at any western man that smiles at them. Many times, that just means they're being nice .. but the man will think that means the Thai female is interested in them, when they are not. They are simply being nice and trying not to insult your acknowledgement .. AKA .. saving face. Thai people are very nice people. But I think sometimes western people mistake that kindness for "yes" answers to whatever they may be looking for. Do you think I'm understanding "saving face" properly, Pete? Or maybe I need a better understanding too. Thanks.
It’s a great idea for a video and I’ve added it to my list. I’m well aware of it and I know there’s different levels of it (I learned the words for both the lower level and higher level of losing face in Thai school) I still don’t fully understand it all and I should do more research on it. What you were describing sounds very accurate to me, as in kindness being there to save face and Westerners misinterpreting it.
@@peteonretreat2023 Was thinking you could have a Thai friend .. or maybe two or three? .. and you talking about it. That way, there is no misinterpretaion or accusation of the "silly westerner interpreting Thai culture" type stuff. Or maybe just you mentioning at the beginning of the vid that you reviewed this info with Thai friends. in making sure the info you're giving us is accurate. Appreciate the efforts, Pete. :)
The so-called safety deposit box back in your room is not a full proof plan! The staff at the hotel have access to that box. Do you feel comfortable leaving cash in your cards and your passport in a box that anyone in your hotel can access?
Have you heard of any other way of double locking those boxes?
Table napkins :
I noticed the same problem in Cuba the lack of paper products. The next time I went back to Cuba I brought several full-size handkerchiefs. I used the handkerchief tied around my neck to protect the back of my neck from sunburn. Handkerchief something you can carry with you that conserve many different purposes. If you sit down and eat, you can always pull out a couple of handkerchiefs. Use them put them back in your bag take them home and hand wash them in the sink and hang them up to dry not a big deal.
I’m curious Thailand restrooms have a trashcan. do use paper products in the restroom. Can you throw them in the trashcan like in Mexico?
True about the room safes but I honestly feel better leaving cards and passports in there than carrying them with me all the time, especially if I’m drinking. Truth is, I usually hide my stuff in the room rather than use the box. That’s more because I’m paranoid about something happening and me not being able to get into the safe. I have not heard of any ways to make them more secure though.
Yup, there’s a little waste can by every toilet in Thailand and it is for your tissue paper. I should’ve mentioned that in the video lol.
Funny I've been living here 3 years and never ran into the toilet paper issue that you can't flush it, but I've never used a public bathroom for #2. In my apartment it's not a issue...
Staff that steal from rooms are usually easily caught with the CCTV showing who has gone into the room. I place some cash in a small bag that l can put a padlock on and put in the safe so they can't pilfer it, and also lock some more in a seperate bag in the room.
Hey Pete, Im looking at moving to Thailand is there a way we could talk so i can ask you some questions.
Feel free to send me an email, I have it posted in the description of all of my videos.
Pete. hey, sorry to ask, but there was a video you put out .. maybe 6 months ago? .. in which you shared some links on how to edit and what equipment you use to make your vids. I can't seem to find that video. Do you remember which one it is? Looking to start my own channel, so many thanks!
I think it was probably one of my videos where I’m answering viewer questions… I did 3 in total but I think it’s either the first or the second one. That said:
I use Filmora Wondershare for editing. Easy to use and great tutorials on UA-cam. No idea how it compares to anything else because it’s all I’ve used.
I film on a GoPro Hero 9. It’s an old model, overheats in Thailand and has had issues (like random mic changes when I film). Do not recommend. In fact, from what I hear there’s other companies that put out way higher quality cameras. I watched a great video last year that compared action cameras and if I’m going to get another one I’ll get one of those other brands.
I use Canva to do my thumbnails. Again, easy to use and there’s some good tutorials on UA-cam.
@@peteonretreat2023 Appreciate it Pete! Sorry not to respond earlier, but wasn't sure you'd even see this response .. or want to ha since I'm sure you already get more than enough people saying hello and lending comments. Anyway, thanks again! I'm about to watch YT vids on the editing and thumbnail stuff .. and will give my iPhone a try in filming before moving to an actual camera.
@@aaronbux1 I do miss many responses. UA-cam is great about alerting me to initial comments but responses are easily lost. Many UA-camrs use only their phones… most of the new ones have better cameras than my GoPro has. Best of luck!
@@peteonretreat2023 Thanks brother! :)
Hey Pete... Those Bum Guns Seem Like A Real Pain Or Pleasure In The A!!, LOL!😮
Seriously, Though, You Can't Use Toilet Paper Even In Your Own Condo, Apartment, House, etc? Also, Does This Apply To All Hotels And Other Public Establishments? Thanks For The Clarification, And Enjoy Your Vlogging Style!👍
Pain in the A! 😂
Naw, many of the newer buildings and especially bigger hotels and condos are designed for toilet paper to be flushed. I wouldn’t push it, and use as little as I can in my place but it seems fine. A lot of the signs say don’t flush anything except for tissue.
@peteonretreat2023 Thanks For The Clarification!
How much you pull out of your ATM on a normal day? Massage or Bar girls not included? LOL
I only use the atm once or twice a month and make full limit withdrawals but my average daily spending for food, beers, movies and massages is about 600-800 baht. I have a full spending break down video for my first year of living in Thailand.
If they can't use toilet paper, how do you dry your bum after using the gun?
That’s the big question. They will often use paper after but it’s discarded in the waste bin, not flushed.
Complaining about Thailand is pretty fair to be honest as so many things are whacked. Take the brand new pedestrian crossing signs in Pattaya as an example, they are so low that everyone is hitting their head on them and it's not as if drivers obey the crossing laws anyway. Seems everything is done 3 times or more and is still done poorly. I wonder how soi pothole got its name. 555555555
I try my best to acknowledge and laugh at things here as opposed to complaining. There’s so many things that make me scratch my head (soooo many) but accepting it all with a chuckle just helps me enjoy the good things that much more.
Is there any logic to having the supermarket upstairs in the Big C shops. ? The clothes and restaurants are on the ground floor and the food shopping is on the 1st floor ( which in Thailand they call the 2nd floor 🤪) I’m sure there will be a death from someone not being able to hold on to their packed trolley coming down the travelator ❤️🇹🇭🙏
@@stevierug8733really good question. My guess is they put they more impulsive buy shops on the bottom maybe? Maybe it has to do with construction style and they need more walls on the ground floor?
I really don’t know.