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A Foreign Monk in Thailand

This is continuing my interview with Peter Robinson, who is probably better known in Thailand as “Phra Farang”, the foreign monk. (Click here for part one.) Peter spent ten years as a monk before finally disrobing in order to spend more time with his student charity, The SET Foundation (SET) .

Bangkok Air Show

Over this weekend, Bangkok is holding its first Civil Aviation Exhibition and Air Show at Don Mueang Airport. Their aim is threefold: to promote and support Thailand’s aviation industry, the recruitment of aviation personnel, and to promote flying as a sport to Thai people. The exhibition is split into two areas. The first is the exhibition booths in the old departure lounge of International Terminal 2 at Don Muang

Life Under a Microscope

One of the jobs I have to do at the school is to look after the foreign teachers. This term we have four new teachers fresh off the boat. The teachers are staying in a townhouse belonging to the school. Their contract is only for this term though a couple of them will probably stay longer.

Thai Marriage: Tong Mun and Sin Sod

Thai marriage and Thai marriage visa extensions have been the subject of recent posts so today I want to look at two Thai traditions that are associated with Thai marriage. These are not necessarily practiced by all Thai families but don’t be surprised if you come across them in your pursuit of your Thai bride. The two Thai traditions transliterate from the Thai language to something like Tong Mun and Sin Sod.

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