'A silent struggle for freedom in the streets of Bangkok'
Fon, a young student, is about to cross a border. As sirens come her way, she feels fear and anger boiling inside her, a burning desire to defy the system that has silenced her for generations. For the first time, she realizes that her ideals are stronger than the threat hanging over her.
'The Impossible Rescue of a Woman Who Doesn't Want to Be Saved'
A regular customer thinks he can save Lek from a shady bar in Bangkok, but she has her own ideas about freedom and safety. In a sharp conversation, the true intentions and desires come to light, in which help and compassion unexpectedly collide. Not everyone wants to be saved.
Dog's life
My story begins in a ditch along a dusty road, where I, as a pup, struggled to survive with my siblings. Mother was gone, her milk dried up, and we were left, half-alive, fighting an inexorable fate. What followed was a journey of loss and strength.
'The magic of Loy Krathong, a ritual of light and remembrance'
In Chiang Mai, the night comes alive with an age-old festival of water, light and symbolism. Loy Krathong and Yee Peng bring together legends, with floating krathongs and floating lanterns carrying sins and wishes. A tale of transience and hope, inviting travellers and locals to pause and reflect on what passes and what remains.
'Trapped in a world of debt and threats'
Jintana, a young mother, finds herself trapped in the clutches of a ruthless loan shark. With debt hanging like a noose around her neck and no way out in sight, she decides to travel to Bangkok, where she sells her body in a desperate attempt to give her daughter a chance at a better life.
Anong, who once left everything behind for love, struggles with homesickness and loneliness in a remote Dutch village. While her boyfriend works, her days pass in silence and cold. The emptiness grows, as does her longing for home. But how do you tell that the dream he worked so hard for is slowly swallowing you up?
Naree, the other side of the truth
When I first set foot on Dutch soil, after a long flight and a mix of emotions, I realized how different life would be here. The warm welcome, new impressions and unexpected confrontations with old memories set the tone for an adventure full of contrasts. While I tried to adapt, my heart still pulled me home.
'A Flemish person looking for a second life full of simplicity and beautiful moments'
Jules swapped the Belgian rain for the sun of Pattaya, looking for a second life full of simplicity and beautiful moments. Every morning he sits under his familiar parasol on the beach, enjoying coffee with a dash of whisky and the casual conversations with other pensioners. But behind his smile sometimes lies a touch of melancholy.
'A living echo of a tradition on the verge of disappearing'
Sakda, a Thai fisherman, continues to go to the sea every morning, but the water gives nothing back. His nets fill with trash and empty promises, while the ocean swallows his last hope. In a world that is slowly abandoning him, he waits, a living echo of a tradition on the verge of disappearing.
Naree, a deep look into the heart of a young woman from Isaan
Naree tells her story, from a childhood in a remote village in Northeast Thailand to her adventurous journey to the Netherlands. With dreams of studying and ambition to become a doctor, she is confronted with drastic events that change her life. Love, loss and perseverance form the common thread in this special path to a new future.
'He promised her a future but left only empty words'
Nok thought she had found the one in a Dutch man who gave her attention, love and promises for three weeks. But as soon as he returned to the Netherlands, it remained quiet. What started as a promising adventure ended in deceit and a bitter lesson about how some people only look for themselves in someone else.
The beachcomber who donates to the sea
The sea attracts and repels, a mysterious force that invites without promising. For a moment I did not become an adventurer of the water, but found myself in the rhythm of the waves. Here, at the edge of the ocean, I felt a connection, a place for forgotten thoughts and unexpected peace.
'Lost in the backstreets of Bangkok'
When an unsuspecting tourist takes a wrong turn, he finds himself in a dark, unfamiliar part of Bangkok. Amid shadows and silent faces, he is rescued from his predicament by a woman who offers him a glimpse of human warmth in a city known for its harsh side.
'Hopeless colonial in Pattaya'
In bustling Pattaya, with a glass of wine in hand and a touch of irony, a man of the world tries to impress. But as he sips, he observes a scene that is both hilarious and uncomfortable. What begins as an evening of bravado ends with a painful lesson—literally and figuratively—in culture clashes and self-awareness.
'Looking for a better future in Bangkok'
With a child in her arms and a broken heart, she leaves Isaan in search of a better future in Bangkok. But in the concrete jungle of the city, she discovers that not all dreams come true. While she fights to survive, the distance to her son and the loneliness that slowly surrounds her grow.
'Hidden desire and ultimate temptation in the streets of Bangkok'
In the nighttime streets of Bangkok, a Dutch tourist gets caught up in a seductive encounter. While his wife stays behind in the hotel, the city draws him into its shadows. A simple massage turns into an inner battle between desire and fidelity, where his conscience and lust collide. In the end, the flesh wins and he is left with a guilty truth.
'About failed harvests, lost hope and a youth in a hurry'
In the twilight of Isaan, Khun Somchai and his neighbor Suriya sit together by their hut, staring at the disappearing sun. Their conversations, full of melancholy and restrained humor, are about failed harvests, lost hopes, and a youth in a hurry. As life goes on and the countryside falls silent, they realize that the old times are slowly fading away.
'A game about survival'
In the shadow of Pattaya’s neon lights and stifling heat, Nok plays a game of survival. Every night is a repetition of desire and disappointment, until she encounters a mysterious client who tests her limits. What begins as a routine encounter quickly turns into a dangerous game of cat and mouse where escape is not an option.
'In the shadows of Bangkok in search of freedom and pleasure'
In the shadows of Bangkok, a 54-year-old Dutch man searches for freedom and pleasure, from one willing woman to another. But when the symptoms of an STD worsen, it becomes clear that his boundless desire is not without consequences. As he struggles with his choices, the bitter price of his lifestyle dawns on him.
Herman, fishing for happiness in Thailand
While I was quietly enjoying my diet coke, an unknown gentleman came to stand at my table with the grace of an older panther. Before I knew it, he had taken a seat and turned out to be a loyal reader of Thailandblog. He wanted to share his special life story with me, from his departure to Thailand to the ups and downs of an adventurous existence.
'A smile as an echo of a lost dream in Isaan'
In the vast, dusty landscape of Isaan, a traveling farang meets a young woman whose smile touches him deeply. Their shared moments are fleeting and fragile, with language barriers barely broken. As time slips away, a fleeting connection forms that makes him realize that some encounters are as mysterious as they are unforgettable.
'Down in the dumps in paradise'
Jan once thought Pattaya would be his escape, a new beginning in the sun. Now he’s stuck in a cheap guesthouse, with an expired visa and barely any money for the next day. His dreams of freedom have faded, replaced by a struggle to survive in a city that’s going crazy.