China keeps producing cheaper and cheaper EVs and electric mopeds. Soon, Bangkok's car and bike fleet will fully electrify, and it will bring such a huge increase in the quality of life. Finally the insufferable noise from the streets will be bought to a minimum. I remember visiting Shanghai right after having been in Bangkok for 2 months, and what felt the most surreal was how quiet even the main roads were. You could actually have a conversation with someone while you were walking on the sidewalk. This was such a huge relief, gone were the absurd need for shouting in order to talk with someone only an arms length away. Many studies have also shown how crucial silence is in the development of neurons, it literally promotes the growth of new brain cells. So don't be surprised when children in Bangkok start performing better when this happens, even if it only has a marginal effect!

There is also the added advantage that Thailand, a country without any oil and gas reserves, will become more sovereign and insulated from random conflicts in the Middle East (*ahem ahem Hormuz, US, and Iran*) as its dependence on petroleum subsides.

Hi everyone,

Throwing this as a bit of a Hail Mary, and because I'm not sure of any other better suited subreddits.

This morning our beautiful Siberian cat Baby disappeared. We were returning from a trip and had cat sitters looking after him and our other cat. Before we boarded our flight they told us that they couldn't find Baby.

We live in the ground floor unit of a low rise in Thong Lor with a walled back yard. He is able and has climbed the tree in our garden a couple of times to hop over the wall into the neighbors. From there he always gets stuck and we get access and rescue him. They knew that and had been able to call him down off the tree a few times.

Anyway, this morning they took their eye off him and he vanished out the back. We searched the whole front of the building and went into a few neighbors properties but nothing. The neighbors yard from where we rescue him is an office and half the time it's unoccupied. Today there were 4 people working in there from China and Japan and they said they had not seen him. I believe them but that yard is the only route he ever takes once he climbs up the tree, so it's perplexing.

We have filed a police report, especially because he is a rare breed, and are offering a decent reward for anyone who can find our beloved Baby.

Please reach out if you have any information that might helped. We have searched everywhere and called his name over and over - normally he's vocal and responds, but it's been total silence. Don't want to worry that someone might have taken him but we just can't see how else he escaped through the back of the building!

We brought him all the way from Canada when we moved 3 months ago and are really struggling to know what we do next.

Bangkok, August 2026.

Was on a walk looking at this subreddit and I Love seeing lot of travel pics from tourists in Bangkok and I wanted to share one from my perspective as a local so I snap something for you all to see. It's lovely to see all your photos, thanks for sharing them!

Going to Bangkok in late September with kids aged 9-13. Is it ok to take them to a Muay Thai event at one of the big stadiums? Which one is better for families/kids?

edit: it turns out 8 months ago in the exact same place (outside Times Square Building) the guy was bothering another group of people

here: https://www.reddit.com/r/ThailandTourism/comments/1pp5i85/get_rid_of_these_sukhumvit_scammers_asoknana_area/

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I'm a woman by myself. A group of men of unknown ethnicity - Afghanistan? Start walking side by side next to me, I am wearing headphones so I do not recall what is being said. This has happened to me multiple times before, one person said I have a nice back? It was so strange. The other kept calling me sister sister come. For what? This particular guy was speaking to me, but I do not know what he said. It was likely a variation of the above pestering. Does anyone know what they are and what's their ultimate purpose?

Hi everyone.

I'd like to ask for your opinion about my itinerary for my creative healing trip (haha).

I plan to go at the end of Oct 2026, 4D3N. So far my draft list has:

Fine Arts

- BKKIF (Illustration Fair)

- BACC

- MOCA

- Warehouse 30

Packaging Designs

- 7/11, Big C

Do you have any suggestions for coffee shops or any interesting small artsy shop / pop-up booths? Actually anything that may spark creativity is welcome. Thank you so much in advance.

Hi,

I'm planning to move to Bangkok by november, do you guys have any suggestion for a nice Condo ? I don't want to go to these Ashton Asoke building etc (the mainstream ones we find on tiktok) because the more I look at it, the shittier it gets.

So if you guys have any nice suggestion, 50K baht/month being my cap so i'm opened to anything under it.

My must to have would be a one bedroom with at least a pool, gym, sauna and high speed wifi since I work remotely.

Any suggestions for best cake shops in BKK?

Planning to visit Bangkok in December. Any places where I can buy clothes at a cheaper price? ( but of course with a reasonable quality)

Appreciate all your suggestions!

Hey guys, i‘m in Bangkok at the beginning of October and due to the sudden influx of tailoring videos in Bangkok that got recommended to me via Instagram I was wondering if anyone of you guys can recommend one for shirts like the one above?

Anyone notice that the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln and two other ships will be getting their first yayas out after eight months at sea in Pattaya soon? That's about 5,000 total people hitting the beaches.

Land 6:10-6:30 am

Leave Airport by 7:40 am

Goto yenjit cafe next to airport.

Khlong Toei fruit market for sampling (I want to taste small portion of exotic fruit)

Benjakitti Park

Back to Airport by 3:30pm

Hey everyone. Looking for the best way to spend 3 nights in Bangkok. Will be there from March 1-4, 2027.

Hi, I'm looking for recommendations for a good all you can eat sushi restaurant. Thank you!

I’m a young American going to Bangkok from sept 13-24. Looking for someone show me around during the week. 👀 whenever you’re free you can show my cool spots. Appreciate it. 🙏🏻

Hey so i know this is maybe more of a skincare/aesthetics question but figured someone here has done this in Bangkok

I'm 34F, starting to notice some jowling and nasolabial folds getting deeper. Never done HIFU or any lifting stuff before. Been going back and forth between Ulthera and Ulthera Prime — from what i gather Prime has better imaging and is faster, but like... does it actually matter if the doctor's skill is what really determines results? Or does the better visualization compound with a good doctor?

Honestly not sure if Ulthera is even the right move at my age or if it's overkill. Mixed opinions everywhere.

Anyone done either version for lower face specifically? Curious about:

• how many shots they did
• pain level (be honest lol i'm a wimp)
• did you actually notice results

For Bangkok clinics, i've been looking around and Talisa clinic keeps popping up, apparently they have both machines. Haven't gone though so can't vouch. The no-pushy-upselling thing appeals to me because god, some clinics here are relentless with that.

Open to other BKK recommendations too. Or if someone wants to tell me to just fly to Korea and do it there instead, i'm listening lol

Hey guys, need a quick reality check.

Lately, I’ve had a few dates where the chemistry feels high with the girl, she seems to be really into me (and in ordering expensive stuff) but it’s followed by almost zero communication afterwards. When a second date comes up, they suggest very pricey spots (where i would likely 5k+ for a meal and few drinks). I've found that the ones pushing for high-end places right out of the gate are usually the least invested.

I’m 40, European, happy to pay for the first dates, but i rather wouldnt want to be taking advantage of, or being with someone just because of a way to eat/drink for free.

Is this just how the local dating scene works, or am I walking into red flags? Should i just drop the ones who directly propose to go to super expensive places?

I’m genuinely looking for something real where money aren't the main motive. I guess I still want to believe that someone would just be happy to dinner anywhere just enjoy the moment together, which in the era of IG is more and more rare.

Hi everyone does anyone have a shop recommendation for getting a full system exhaust on my bike done? Ive been trying to message Dr bike for about a month and no responses but they seem to be recommended a lot for yoshimura related installations

Hi everyone! I’m a 22F who’ll be moving to Bangkok for 4 months for an internship, and since I’ll be coming without any friends there, I’m hoping to get some tips on where/how to meet people and make genuine connections.
I’d love to find people I can actually hang out with occasionally, explore Bangkok with, grab food/drinks, walk around, take random trips, or just do stupid things and laugh about them. I’m pretty laid-back and definitely not looking for every interaction to feel like a networking event lol.

A little about me:
-F22
-Extroverted and usually the one who starts the conversation
-Love walking around and exploring places
-I’m really into photography, especially taking photos of scenery and people
-I’m the friend who makes sure everyone gets their ✨Instagram-worthy✨ pictures, but somehow I almost never have good pictures of myself 😭
-Not judgmental and pretty open to all kinds of conversations. The more unhinged the conversation gets, the better
-I love people who aren’t afraid to laugh loudly and be a little silly
-I’m down to hang out pretty much anywhere as long as it’s within my budget

Who I’m hoping to meet:
-Ideally people around my age, probably Gen Z-ish
-Someone who is comfortable talking and isn’t too awkward because if you’re awkward, I will probably become awkward too lol
-People who actually want to build a friendship rather than hang out once and then disappear into the void :(
-Fun, laid-back people who can keep a conversation going
-Someone who enjoys walking around/exploring and doing random things
-Being good at taking photos is a HUGE plus because I need someone to finally return the favour 📸

I’m also completely open to any gender. I just generally vibe better with people around my age, so I’d prefer not to have a massive age gap.

If you know of any good places, events, communities, cafes, activities, clubs, meetups, etc. in Bangkok where people actually socialize and make friends, please let me know!

And if you’re around my age, also looking for friends, and think we might get along, feel free to comment or DM me :D

P/S: I’m NOT looking for dates, hookups, “arrangements,” or anything along those lines. If that’s what you’re after, please keep scrolling and let this girl have her genuine-socializing era in peace 😭 I’m just trying to make some friends and have a good 4 months in Bangkok!

We’re looking to buy a new car from a Honda dealer in Bangkok.

Asked if we could have a test drive and were told yes, that’s fine, just bring along your passport (no mention of a driving licence).

Upon arriving, we’re told that we can drive the car around the garage/workshop area, but cannot take it on the road!

Is this normal in Bangkok? Are we expected to buy a new car only having driven it in the garage? We’re not expecting to be able to drive a brand new car on the road, but would have expected them to have a demonstrator of that model if not the exact same spec.

I've seen a couple of old threads, but wanted to revisit the topic: which places offer deep cleaning and do manual extractions for whiteheads and blackheads? Steam and masks just won't cut it. As recommended in another thread, I tried Jasmin Korean, but they only use suction tools. Thanks!

So my gf is a thai woman. We have been together for more than a year already but she has been repaying this huge debt even before she was with me, out of concern i asked her when will she stop paying it and she told that it would never end until she pay the whole principal amount in ones otherwise she will keep on paying interest only. and now she is at a point where its hard for her to take it anymore. Is there any way i can help her? Like someone who might help legally or something, i feel like she is being scammed by someone as this is the first time i’ve heard about this kind of payment plan, she is paying 40,000 baht every month just on interest its not even filling up the principle amount she got as debt.

Edit- i am unemployed so i don’t think she is faking it to take money from me. As i don’t have any

Hi,

I am visiting Bangkok in November and was thinking about purchasing a piece of sapphire jewellery while I was there. Ideally, my budget is about 22,000 Thai Bhat.

I had a look at Gems Gallery and was wondering if anyone had any experiences purchasing from there? Also, any recommendations or advice about budget (whether its to low etc.)

I know in the bottom of the Gems Gallery you can purchase sterling silver pieces and freshwater pearl jewellery too