WONDERFULLY WEIRD THINGS TO DO IN THAILAND
WANT SOMETHING DIFFERENT?

2014-12-24
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Get a massage EVERY DAY!

For $50 HKD you can get a 60-min foot massage, $100 gets you a one hour soothing full body massage with aloe vera and if you throw in an extra $40 you can enjoy a 30-min scalp massage with aromatherapy hot oils.

Recommendations: Koh Samui (hour and half by plane from Bangkok) is known for their top spas and THE place to go if you want to truly relax and recharge.

Would you try a Fish Spa?

This is banned in North America for sanitary reasons but if you dare to try something totally different and can bear with the tickle factor, soak your feet in a tub of nibble fishies. They promise to chew away at rough heels and clean off the dead skin.

Photo credit: Marphotographics

Take a Hike with the Hilltribes:

Head North to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai and go on a trek. Visit the local tour companies and you can book a day trip but I recommend a 2-3 day trek to get the full experience which typically includes a village homestay, cooking with local tribes, learning about plant medicines, elephant riding and bamboo rafting. (Packages start around $15/day).

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Eat and drink out of a plastic bag:

ContentIt’s common when you order takeout like rice and soup to get your food to go in one of these clear baggies. They even put drinks like iced tea, coffee and Coca-Cola in them and serve it with ice and a straw!

Caught red-handed in Patpong:

This is Bangkok’s infamous red light district. With that said, there is more to offer than go-go bars and ummmm ping pong shows as you can find some great street cafes and an outdoor shopping market here. If you do check out the adult entertainment, there is no cover charge but you are expected to buy a drink. Unlike strip clubs in North America, it’s not awkward going in there at all – even if you are female. The girls (on stage and bartenders) speak English and are super friendly.

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Words and images by Hostelling International & The Hip and Urban Girl’s Guide