Tourist's Tirade at Bangkok Hotel Sparks Online Backlash
Bangkok, April 25, 2025 — A tourist’s angry outburst at the Holiday Inn in Bangkok has triggered a wave of criticism online after a video of the incident went viral. The man, who was vacationing with his family, was caught on camera berating hotel staff over what he believed was a billing error.
Indian tourist has an insane freakout after being charged twice at a hotel pic.twitter.com/W7cbzPY78b
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The footage shows the barefoot man, dressed in a “Greatest Dad Ever” t-shirt, unleashing a stream of verbal abuse at the hotel’s front desk. He accused the staff of charging him twice, shouting phrases like “bloody fools, bloody thieves, bloody rogues,” and appeared to aggressively bang on the counter. At one point, he even seemed to lunge toward a female staff member, prompting concern from bystanders.
The dispute reportedly stemmed from a common hotel policy: the front desk had placed a temporary hold on his credit card during check-in, while the actual payment had already been made by a relative. Unaware of the procedure, the tourist misinterpreted it as a double charge and erupted into a tirade. “We’ve already paid the bill! Are you stupid? It’s already done, can’t you understand?” he shouted at staff.
Despite the team’s efforts to remain calm and explain the situation, the confrontation escalated. Witnesses, including other guests, attempted to defuse the tension. “This kind of shouting isn’t acceptable. It’s completely out of line,” one person was heard saying, echoing the sentiments of many online.
The video has since gained traction on multiple social media platforms, with netizens condemning the tourist’s behavior as disrespectful and aggressive. Comments ranged from “People like this are unbearable” to “Some people really don’t deserve wealth.” Observers also noted the visible discomfort of the man’s own family members, who were seen trying to de-escalate the situation.
The incident has reignited discussions around travel etiquette, with many calling for greater awareness and patience when dealing with cultural or procedural differences during international travel.
