I will be going to Thailand, and Singapore in the summer. I live in Canada, so do you think I will have a big culture shock? My mother and I are going. My mum grew up in Thailand, so she thinks it will be nice if I can see it. And my good friend lived in Singapore, and she loved it. Also, I have a pretty coach bag and stuff. Would that be a really bad bag to go to dinner with and stuff in Thailand?
Thailand - 2 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Thailand is a nice place. The only slight problem you will encounter is that most of the people here can speak a little English, you're lucky if you can find someone who can speak good english. Weather? This season is very hot, it reaches to 45 degrees specially in Bangkok. Food? spicy. Personally I don't fancy food in Thailand. Compare Singapore with Thailand? I think Singapore is better, but if you want to see mountains, old temples, hill tribes, I think Thailand is the place to go.I was once stayed in Thailand, I suggest visit Chiang Rai & Chiang Mai nice places. Hope this help.
2 :
Singapore is the only fully developed country in Southeast Asia. English is widely spoken and it isn't unlike many Western cities. It is completely unlike the rest of the region. To understand Singaporean culture and way of thinking you may want to read a little about kiasu. This is the defining aspect of Singaporean culture and it is the thing that drives many Singaporeans. The concept of 'face' is widespread in Asia and Thais are very sensitive to losing face. Be careful not to cause Thais to lose face. This is easy advice but the reality is more complex. For example, if you ask a Thai a question to which they don't know the answer, they think they will lose face. To save face, they may just give you a completely wrong answer instead of saying, "I don't know." You can waste a lot of time this way and not understand Thai behaviour. Also, remember that the Thai royal family are held in the highest possible esteem. Always be very respectful towards Thai monarchy. I have lived in Thailand since 2003. I experienced lots of baffling behaviour at first but I have gradually got used to it and understand why Thais act the way they do (most of the time). It also really helps if you get to grips with the language. English is quite widely spoken in Bangkok and the tourist resorts, but it is a different matter outside of these places. Thais are very friendly and accommodating people. I don't think anyone will object to your bag. Be careful crossing roads in Thailand because Thai roads are very dangerous. This is not the case in Singapore where drivers are very courteous and stop at red lights and things.
Read more discussions :
