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Christmas in Bangkok- How is it different from the USA?

Posted on December 20, 2010 by faranginbangkok

I hear a lot more Christmas music in Bangkok than I ever did in San Francisco. Haircut time- I visit the L’Oreal salon to visit Khun Pen and have my $9 cut and wash. I used to pay $65 for … Continue reading →

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Holiday Decorations in Bangkok- The Palm Tree

Posted on December 7, 2010 by faranginbangkok

Evergreens are not a common site in a hot climate, I never knew Palm Trees would make look so nice all decked out for Christmas….  

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Christmas has arrived in Bangkok

Posted on December 4, 2010 by faranginbangkok

The big mango is decorated…..

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Christmas in Bangkok

Posted on December 28, 2009 by faranginbangkok

The fact there is Christmas in Bangkok speaks volumes about the Thai culture. How, in a country where 92% of people are Buddhist, is Bangkok awash in Christmas Trees, Merry Christmas banners and even Christmas carolers? Simple, if it makes … Continue reading →

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