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**Nothatspecial** · 10-04-2007, 11:06 PM

The first time i was in Thailand several years ago I wai'd everybody thinking it was just a greeting.
I soon learned that it was a sign showing respect to monks, elders, and teachers etc.

Every morning the first thing i do after getting out of bed is to wai my mother in-law. Then, as im sitting outside drinking coffee I wai the monks passing by on their morning rounds.

When I encounter someone about to make their first trip to Thailand, I advise them to learn a little about the customs and culture as this will make their trip more enjoyable.

Keep in mind that you are a guest in the kingdom.
Showing a little respect and acting like a civilized human being will take you further than acting like a rich arrogant farang.

10-04-2007, 11:06 PM	#11
Nothatspecial Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 574 Senior Member	The first time i was in Thailand several years ago I wai'd everybody thinking it was just a greeting. I soon learned that it was a sign showing respect to monks, elders, and teachers etc. Every morning the first thing i do after getting out of bed is to wai my mother in-law. Then, as im sitting outside drinking coffee I wai the monks passing by on their morning rounds. When I encounter someone about to make their first trip to Thailand, I advise them to learn a little about the customs and culture as this will make their trip more enjoyable. Keep in mind that you are a guest in the kingdom. Showing a little respect and acting like a civilized human being will take you further than acting like a rich arrogant farang.
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