This has been going on for a while now, but it's the first time I've heard people giving it a name. It refers to the practice of shameless backpackers begging for money to fund their trip. Apparently it's becoming more and more common and not going down too well with the Thais 55.
I personally don't think it's much of a problem, although it's embarrassing. Just when you think the farang image couldn't get any worse. But hey, if you wanna lower yourself to that level go for it, and if fools want to part with their money, let them. How lazy can you be though? At least
try and do something to earn it. Anything! Hit two spoons together and sing out of tune with a sign that says will stop singing for travel money. Still better than sitting on your ass like a bum.
https://www.news.com.au/travel/trave...a5377c208d3dc2