13/07/2021
Reasons Why Thai People Are Amazing:
There’s a reason why Thailand is known as the Land of Smiles. The people are always smiling when you see them on the street, at restaurants, at the 7-Eleven, and even the police!
You’ll notice right away that most Thai people will engage in friendly conversation with you and take a natural interest in hearing about your travel plans in Thailand.
The great thing is that the people are just as friendly in the big cities as they are in the countryside towns.
I remember an instance where I was riding my motorbike down a remote muddy road near the border of Laos. I wiped out because the road was so slick and a farmer came running out of nowhere to help me. I didn’t speak a lick of Thai and he didn’t speak any English, but he immediately took the motorbike and drove it down the muddy road for me.
As creative professionals ourselves, we totally appreciate other creative souls, which Thailand excels at!
We love how Thai people always put their own spin on everything!
For example, when you think of temples the thought of traditional architecture comes to mind, but several artists in Thailand have come up with spectacular modern designs to suit their creative minds.
Other examples include the endless amounts of artwork and handiwork on display at their sprawling outdoor markets.
After living in Thailand for a full year, along with many extended stays over the past 10 years, the one thing that I fully appreciate about Thai people are just how adaptable they are to anything.
Part of this is that they love hopping on to trends and fully joining in on the ride.
You can see it in all sorts of society such as the artisanal coffee scene, world class dining, street fashion, and acceptance of foreigners.
I wanted to give him something for his help but he just gave me a big smile and waved goodbye! This is why I love Thai people! So friendly and helpful!
Out of all the foreign countries I’ve visited, I’ve only truly felt like Thailand was my second home due to Thai people’s acceptance of foreigners like me.
Ingrained in their culture, Thai people always lend a hand when the occasion arises. You’ll see it everywhere - at the convenience store, street markets, airport, etc.
For example, whenever I get a SIM card at the 7-Eleven, the clerk always goes out of their way to help me set it up since the whole SIM card process is in Thai. It takes about 5-10 minutes to do it and they always patiently help me out (with a smile), even when the store is quite busy.
I would never expect that level of service at the convenience stores in the USA, for example.
If you appreciate all the nuances and complexities of food culture, then you’ll love Thai people. They are obsessed with all things related to food, be it Thai, Italian, Chinese, or French.
It’s extremely evident with the never-ending choices of street food stalls, restaurants, and food markets splayed all over every square inch of the country.
They say food is the universal love language and Thai people got that down!
A land with many types of ethnic groups ranging from Karen tribes to Chinese origins, you’ll encounter so many interesting and exotic cultures while traveling through the country from the southern beaches to the mountainous north.
One thing you’ll notice in Thailand is how cool and hip Thai people are! You’ll especially notice it in the cafes, restaurants, and fashion boutiques how Thai people have assimilated all the latest trends and put their own Thai spin on it. This is some what related to how adaptable they are, as mentioned in the last section!
Through it all, you’ll see the huge variety of food, architecture, and cultures all being mixed into Thai culture.
Part of the Thai culture, you’ll totally appreciate just how patient Thai people are to most situations.
It’s part of why they are so resilient and seem to bounce back from chaotic situations like the military coups/political uprisings that happen every 6-8 years.
But related to your visit to Thailand, you’ll definitely appreciate the patience they show when problems happen be it due to the language barrier or just plain bad luck.
