As Thailand officials urged tourism operators to brace for global economic downturn and fiercer competition, readers shared their problems with the country that is usually vouched as a tourism paradise in Asia.

A parent once proudly told me she still spoonfeeds her 20-year-old son whenever he visits home.

After being accepted into a foreign company, I eagerly replied to the job offer, confirming the salary and bonus. However, instead of writing "I agree with you," I mistakenly wrote "I angry with you."

Hoa, a tenant in my rental house, has lived here for the past 10 years since she was 20 years old. Despite being attractive, she remains single, much to her family's concern, who wish for her to settle down.

English language centers often exaggerate the importance of English, but that does not mean it is the only key to success.

I understand a lot of non-native speakers don't like to hear it. But a lot of you are quite bad at English.

Readers have expressed concerns that the working conditions in Vietnam are exhausting the younger generation, calling for more and longer holidays throughout the year to enhance both physical and mental well-being.

In the early years of my career in education, it was rare to find students scoring 6.0 or 6.5 out of 9 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), equivalent to a B2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

My income increased tenfold in just four years, and I even had the chance to bring my entire family to Europe - all thanks to my English proficiency.

Some readers believe that non-native English speaking teachers are often more qualified and dedicated than their native-speaking counterparts, challenge the notion that native speakers are inherently better instructors.

The government needs to crack down on learning centers, bilingual schools and international schools that are allowing non-native English teachers to teach.

I recently lost a friend because of social media.

I have only a limited amount of time in class and I won't waste it asking the teacher to repeat a phrase a dozen times for me to memorize and have it ready for use.

Many readers find a VND100,000 (US$4) price tag for coffee in Vietnam too steep, with some saying they would prefer to spend a quarter of that amount - or even less - by brewing their coffee at home.

A recent survey put Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi among Asia's best cities for tourists to explore on foot, but readers strongly disagreed.