‘Mai Pen Rai’ – The dangerous driving mentality plaguing Pattaya
[Pattaya Mail] - 02/2/2025
PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya, a city known for its vibrant nightlife, stunning beaches, and bustling tourism industry, also has a reputation for something far less appealing—chaotic and reckless driving. At the heart of this issue lies a deeply ingrained cultural mentality: “mai pen rai.” (…)
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