DO'S and DON'TS in Thailand

DO'S and DON'TS in THAILAND

If you are travelling to Bangkok, Thailand, taking the time to learn about the culture is very important and appreciated by the locals. By watching this video, you are on the right track to understanding Thai Culture!

We are here to give you the most important Do’s and don’ts in Thailand.

In this video we explain you 10 do's and don'ts for when you are visiting Thailand! These cultural tips will get you started when you just arrive in Thailand or your trip to Asia.

by Co van Kessel Bangkok Tours.

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Looking for an authentic and unique adventure? Co van Kessel bike tours and boat tours provides a refreshing alternative to the tired tourist experience. We do not battle the crowds at clichéd destinations promoted in guide books, but turn your attention to quaint local communities and charming excursions into the fascinating lifestyle and culture of real Thai people. Every day is different and every tour is a surprise as we focus not on destinations, but lose ourselves in the enchantment of the journey itself.

Co van Kessel, an innovative and adventurous Dutchman, pioneered bicycle tours in Bangkok more than 30 years ago. As a longtime resident and self-professed lover of Bangkok, he understood very well the picture of accelerated urban development (gridlocked traffic, concrete towers, and choking pollution) that has plagued the recent image of the city. He also had a hunch that this was not what Bangkok or Thailand was all about.

Making it his goal to re-discover Bangkok, Co spent thousands of hours on his mountain bike exploring the vast network of local streets, alleyways, footpaths and canals between the main urban thoroughfares. What he found, lurking behind the facade of modernization, were hidden worlds of peace and tranquility, a picture of “real” Thai life that has remained unchanged for countless decades; an identity of a city that is true to the Thai people, yet largely unknown to outsiders.

Whether it’s the colorful sights and smells of the local markets, the fascinating life of locals along the canals, or the surprising existence of bountiful green belts, Co discovered the essence of what makes Bangkok one of Asia’s most captivating cities. Since then, it has been his mission to share these discoveries with the rest of the world.

What we do

Our mission at Co van Kessel Bangkok Tours is to provide our guests with a singularly unique travel experience in Thailand. All our tours use Co’s extensive topographical knowledge of the greater Bangkok area as well as his keen eye for the interesting to take you where nobody else can or will.

We aim not to bore you with talk, but to immerse you in an experience where your individual fascinations emerge.

Bicycles, boats, and our feet become the tools we use to gain access to the previously inaccessible, behind-the-scenes lifestyle of the Thai. Here the roots of an ancient culture will become evident in a way you never could have imagined.

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This video was recorded at Wat Pho, with a filming agreement licensed to Co van Kessel Bangkok Tours.

[namnaw]

I'm Thai myself and i actually learned something 😂😂

[tjschoenlein]

Having lived and worked in Thailand for 23 years I couldn’t agree more with this advice. Thailand is a wonderful place to visit and see some great people.
A smile and showing respect will open the door to a wonderful culture and people.

[johnpaulmakowski]

I like everything she said.
Just be civil, be polite and have manners.

[gordongekko]

Buddhism - India to Sri Lanka and then Thailand.

Its heartening to see as an Indian that our Thai brothers are still following the tradition of Buddhism even after centuries. And FYI all the things the lady said here are applicable even in India if you are not aware.

[Amarikita]

A major one she missed is : never, ever speak negatively about the King.

[kickyouinhalf]

Everyone should learn about proper etiquette whenever traveling to a country they're not familiar with!

[theenglishlearningchannel]

My first reaction was " Oh my god, so many rules" but as I read your reactions to some really rude comments I see that all you are doing is to make the tourists visits happy! Appreciate your effort! Thanks

[mesmerizingmoments]

The efforts to preserve the Tradition, should be appreciated.
Most of the Rules shown are very much useful for good human relationships.
Good culture.. Good presentation

[nickp]

"don't throw things in someone's direction"

Darn, I guess nobody would want to play frisbee with me😖

[billirvin]

I married a Thai woman and I remember shortly after getting married, (we were still living in Thailand) I was laying on the floor and my wife got up and stepped over me to do something. Her mother was visiting and lit into her with a vengeance. She was so angry I couldn't keep up. I later found out my MIL got mad at her for stepping over me. It didn't bother me but my MIL said she was disrespecting me. I love your country, by the way.

[veyvey]

Lol I am Thai and I don’t really do any of that just say ‘hi’ and smile .

[simonm]

I've been to Thailand 5 times and in this one video alone I've learnt more than I did in those 5 trips. So thank you Ann!

[toulasantha]

Everyone smiles in the same language... ❤️

[ZZFE]

I'm an Asian who have been to Thailand many times over 2 decades. This is an excellent video. Thank you.🙏🇹🇭

[Patrick_Simon_Sanad]

She is just gorgeous. Love the Thai woman and the culture. Lots of love.

[tomkee]

Wow this girl represents Thailand. My wife and I send respect to the channel and thank you all.

[tampazeke]

Thailand is the most beautiful country with the most amazing and beautiful people on earth.

[doorguru]

Wow! Married to a Thai woman for almost 46 years and I broke half those rules that I didn't know about.

[DarylSolis]

I love Thailand and it's people.
Love from Scotland :)
I currently live in Japan but I would trade it for Thailand any day.

[stockjonebills]

I love the people of Thailand and their beautiful smiles.