Bangkok
If I had to fault the Thais at all, it would only be to note that they put far too much stock in appearances. And we all know how deceptive those are. You are unlikely to be completely disrespected anywhere in Thailand, but you will also find that the respect you are accorded is in direct proportion to your external get-up. Some of the most standup chaps I know in this world look and dress like the Big Leibowski, but look like that and see if you can get the time of the day in Bangkok.
Thus it is that I no longer go by my former slob-like ways. It is but a small price to pay for the improved treatment at shops and other establishments.
If I had to fault the Thais at all, it would only be to note that they put far too much stock in appearances. And we all know how deceptive those are. You are unlikely to be completely disrespected anywhere in Thailand, but you will also find that the respect you are accorded is in direct proportion to your external get-up. Some of the most standup chaps I know in this world look and dress like the Big Leibowski, but look like that and see if you can get the time of the day in Bangkok.
Thus it is that I no longer go by my former slob-like ways. It is but a small price to pay for the improved treatment at shops and other establishments.
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