5 episodes

An Irish mans guide to visiting Thailand. James lived and worked in Thailand for 4 years, and is joined by Thai and “Farang” guests. This easy introduction into Thailand helps you get to know Thailand a bit better before you get there. We’ll talk travel tips, Thai culture, language, food and things to beware of.
Patreon.com/jamesatkinson
Instagram.com/thaibeforeyoufly
Thaibeforeyoufly@gmail.com

Thai Before You Fly James Atkinson

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 3 Ratings

An Irish mans guide to visiting Thailand. James lived and worked in Thailand for 4 years, and is joined by Thai and “Farang” guests. This easy introduction into Thailand helps you get to know Thailand a bit better before you get there. We’ll talk travel tips, Thai culture, language, food and things to beware of.
Patreon.com/jamesatkinson
Instagram.com/thaibeforeyoufly
Thaibeforeyoufly@gmail.com

    Culture & Customs with KK: Buddhism, Festivals, Respect, History, Weddings, Thai Funerals

    Culture & Customs with KK: Buddhism, Festivals, Respect, History, Weddings, Thai Funerals

    I am joined by Khun KK, an old Thai friend who helps me tell you all about Buddhism, Thai festivals and cultural norms to help you travel well in the Kingdom. We chat about the role of religion, respect, monarchy and family in this special episode on Thai culture and customs. Patreon.com/jamesatkinson 

    • 40 min
    Entertainment: Phil Devoy on elephants, island boat tours and ping pong shows

    Entertainment: Phil Devoy on elephants, island boat tours and ping pong shows

    In episode 4, I am joined by my good friend Phil Devoy to discuss entertainment in Thailand. Phil and Amy have just got back from Thailand and they tell us about Elephant trekking, kayaking, island boat tours, Thai food and a mishap at a ping pong show. Enjoy!

    • 31 min
    Thai phrases: walking down the street

    Thai phrases: walking down the street

    In episode 3, I teach you some essential Thai phrases to help you walk down the street, including hello, thank you, water, beer, where is the toilet, expensive, delicious and goodbye.

    • 24 min
    Jinn - favourite Thai food and places in Bangkok

    Jinn - favourite Thai food and places in Bangkok

    I’m joined by an old friend in Bangkok, Jinn, for this interview episode of Thai before you fly. Jinn shares his favourite Thai dishes and talks about some of his favourite places to check out in Bangkok.

    • 46 min
    Arriving in Bangkok: Street Food, Taxis, Scams and Khao San Road

    Arriving in Bangkok: Street Food, Taxis, Scams and Khao San Road

    In this first episode, I introduce you to Bangkok, it’s amazing street food, how to get around in this massive city, scams to beware of and we’ll chat about the backpacker street, Khao San Road.

    • 23 min

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