I am curious, how is it in Thailand for an American traveler? I ask because I am considering traveling there and would like the perspective from someone who lives there. I have a few friends who have been but it is nice to hear how the people from the country I am visiting perceive Americans. It is a strange world we live in these days. I traveled north of Tbilisi Georgia on the recommendation of a friend and was met with much anti-American resistance all over the place. It was a rough trip when I was in town. However the hiking and boating were fantastic so it was not a total loss. I now try and get opinions from people who would be honest about the situations in the countries I plan to visit. I appreciate you taking the time to let me know...
By the way, that festival you posted pictures of looks amazing. I hope you had fun there!!!! Thank you for posting those amazing pictures. It makes me want to visit even more.