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The Do and Don’t List

Living in another country and culture you feel a responsibility to represent your own country and culture properly, well, some of us feel that responsibility. Properly is a highly subjective term, at a minimum you feel the responsibility to not … Continue reading

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Thailand, Modesty & Bikinis: Bikini Ban in National Parks

The Thai Department of National Parks has urged tourists to cover up. Yes, tourists are encouraged to wear respectful clothing when swimming and visiting National Parks. The  newspaper article containing the announcement is titled “Bikini Ban in National Park”, please … Continue reading

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A New Coffee Shop: Re Cafe vs Starbucks- epilogue

My comparison of the new local coffee shop vs Starbucks is not fair, the goals and operations of the local coffee shop and Starbucks are completely different. Re-cafe, the local coffee shop, requires guests to take your shoes off as … Continue reading

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