Thai girls are popular in Southeast Asia due to their attractive and innocent appearance. On average, Thailand has a population of about 22 million women. Thai girls are generally slim and shorter than Western women, and many maintain their slim figures into their 40s. Unlike in other cultures, Thai girls rarely smoke or drink alcohol. Their polite, generous nature stems from traditions of Buddhism in Thailand. Marrying or retiring in Thailand is an option for foreigners interested in the country's exotica and flexible lifestyle.