Tag: video

Bpai Tiao Video: Tat Ton Waterfall

May 19, 2013

In Thailand, a bpai tiao is a trip of any length. I’ve written about some of my more significant bpai tiaos to tourist destinations here, to be used as travel ideas and tips.

School is out, and so that means plenty of English camps being held for all kinds of school staff. After Jessie helped me out with my principals training, I happily returned the favor for her. Her training was held at Tat Ton National Park, where I visited with my host family not too long ago. Being more prepared to go this time, I made a video for you to experience it yourself a bit better.

Bpai Tiao Video: Khao Yai National Park

May 12, 2013

In Thailand, a bpai tiao is a trip of any length. I’ve written about some of my more significant bpai tiaos to tourist destinations here, to be used as travel ideas and tips.

Khao Yai National Park is Thailand’s largest national park and it’s in my home province, Nakhon Ratchasima. After helping out with another volunteer’s camp that was being held near the park, some friends and I decided to make a trip out of it. There’s lots of awesome animals and the guides know all the good spots to go. Check out the video, and visit virtually.

Sounds of Village Life in Thailand

May 5, 2013

When you’re in a new place, you suddenly become hyperaware of everything around you. There are new smells, new sights, new tastes and new sounds. While a lot of these sounds may be somewhat familiar, I’m coming across them in a new context and I wanted to share some of what I hear with you. Check out the video and hear what I do every day.

Thai New Year: Songkran Celebrations 2013

April 14, 2013

Did you know that different cultures define the beginning of a new year at different times? For example, the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, happens around September, while the Islamic New Year moves throughout the Gregorian calendar, and this year happens at the beginning of November. Traditionally in Thailand, Songkran, the Thai New Year, is on April 13th to 15th. Check out the video of some of the traditional celebrations in my village.

Peace Corps Video Blog: Speaking Thai

March 31, 2013

For the two and a half months of Pre-Service Training, I spent four hours a day, four days a week in an immersive Thai language class. No English was allowed. It was not easy, but I ended up with some pretty solid conversational Thai skills. I’m frequently introducing myself, so I have a bit of a script rehearsed. Check it out in my latest video blog.

Peace Corps Video Blog: a Hospital Trip

February 18, 2013

A lot of exciting things happening here in Thailand, included a quick trip to the hospital for a couple stitches. Why did I need stitches? Check out my video blog for the story.

Dtaa Moong Dtaa: A Thai Song

February 13, 2013

As part of Thai Day, we learned the Thai song “Dtaa Moong Dtaa.” It literally means “Eye Sees Eye,” but more loosely translated, it refers to friendship and seeing love in the other person. My friend and language classmate Jessie lead us all to sing it together. Check it out!