Lion Cubs In Cafes: A Controversial Trend In Phuket

The allure of exotic experiences often draws travellers to far-off destinations and nowhere is this more evident than at the Caf Lion in Phuket, Thailand .

Here, patrons can indulge in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with lion cubs amidst a caf setting.

However, a recent TikTok video featuring a young woman petting a lion cub has ignited a heated debate online concerning the ethics of animal interaction in these establishments.

Shared by user audrey_brgg, the video, which has garnered an impressive 402.8K likes since its posting a week ago, features the caption, Simba in real life ??.

It captures a vibrant scene where lion cubs mingle freely with visitors while a glass barricade separates them, though access to the cubs is permitted.