Tourist Behavior

      In the 1950s The Ugly American was both a popular book and concept.  Americans beginning to travel abroad often did not bring their best manners and needlessly violated the cultural norms of the places they visited.  Some still do.
    In Thailand it's now the Chinese who often offend.  Many Chinese are now affluent enough to afford cheap group tours to Thailand, in fact millions will visit this year.  Unsophisticated in the nuances of a foreign culture they often cause offense.  It's bad enough that the government is sponsoring educational events to help ameliorate the problem.  In some establishments signs are posted, in Chinese of course, "NO CHINESE ALLOWED".  In the resort where I'd staying signs are posted in Chinese and English "KEEP SILENCE.''  I find it bit ironic because Thai are often very loud.

Sign in the hallway and café,