17 July 2023

what its really like living in Thailand after 1 year

17 July 2023 · 9:55

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Summary

He discusses a livestreamer jailed after an obscene Bangkok hotel livestream, released on bail and awaiting court with passport revoked. After nearly a year, he argues Bangkok’s adult-entertainment districts represent only a tiny fraction of ordinary Thai life. He links society and business to Chinese immigration, while praising Bangkok’s infrastructure, skyline, vibrancy, and normal daily routines.

Insight

He replaces Thailand’s sleaze stereotype with firsthand appreciation of its complexity and modern everyday life.