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Apps for Bangkok traveller
Hi, I'm an iphone user and travelling to BKK next month. Wondering what kind of apps will be useful for me while I'm in BKK later.
Will I be able to receive FREE WIFI services at the hotspot?
Where could I find hot spot in Bangkok? Any settings for my iphone?
Thanks.
Re: Apps for Bangkok traveller
Allmost everywhere in Bangkok you can use True wifi, you have to register first (easy on a computerb but also possible with ipod/iphone)
http://www.truewifi.net/en/promotion/green_bangkok.htm
There are a lot of other places with free wifi (some without the need to register).
Re: Apps for Bangkok traveller
Here is another link for info on free wifi:
http://www.stickmanweekly.com/WiFi/ThailandFreeWirelessInternetWiFi.htm
You can also bring your laptop to one of the many internet shops in Bangkok. For about 1 baht a minute you will have the choice of using your laptop or the internet shop computers.
Re: Apps for Bangkok traveller
As an iPhone user, I'm sure you're already familiar with the iTunes App store. I recommend that you browse the apps available for Thailand (search under "Thai" and "Thailand" and "Bangkok" and "true move"). Best of all, a number of the apps are free or $0.99. Amongst the choices, you'll find apps for maps, dictionaries and hot spot locators. I realize it isn't cheap, but consider purchasing the $5.99 Lonely Planet app guide for Thailand, if you'd normally travel with a guidebook.
Insofar as Internet access is concerned, if you plan to be on the move most of the time then I would recommend you purchase a pre-paid plan from True Move or DTAC, since they both offer 3G service in most of the Bangkok area and both are iPhone retailers. IMO their plans are cheap by most standards. Here is the tariff page for wi-fi and 3G service packages from True Move: http://truemove.com/en/banner-wifi-edge-gprs-pre.html Certainly DTAC also offers similar packages, but True will have most areas covered with wi-fi whereas DTAC does not have its own wi-fi network.
You do not have to change settings on your iPhone if you use a SIM card from True Move or DTAC. Your handset will automatically register, connect, etc.
As mentioned in a previous reply, Bangkok does have quite a few free hot spots. Many are in cafes and restaurants where all you'll need to do is make a purchase (e.g., Coffee World). Hotel lobbies are good places to search for a free signal. If you plan to only use free wi-fi, then you don't even have to purchase a local SIM card (but make sure to turn off your network or you may incur roaming charges from your home telco).
Your iPhone is a great tool to travel with. I wish I had one. Enjoy.
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Shopping and Touring
We just got back from BKK last Sat and the weather is truly hot. You will surely lug around bottles of water aside from the stuff you bought along the way.
I agree with bkk kd, it pays to do Chatuchak half day in the AM. AM to ensure less humid temp plus less people. Mo Chit is a good jump off point if you will use BTS. I suggest bring the stuff you bought back to hotel and do a leisurely lunch then head off to airconditioned MBK. We did the jogathon and only felt the fatigue as soon as I plopped on my airplane seat back to MNL. Slept 1 whole day to compensate for the running-around-like-a-headless-chicken.
BTW, make sure you are dropped off by tuktuk/cab in NaPhraLan road when doing the Grand Palace tour or risk being approached by touts scouring the palace walls for tourist. You'll be informed that Grand Palace is closed and they will suggest many more interesting places that are open. Entrance fee per person is THB350 for Grand Palace. Glorious food available all around the city 24/7.
Muang Boran ~ Viharn at Wat Phra Si Sanphet
The Viharn at Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Ayutthaya
The Phra Sri Sanphet Wihan was built in 1499 during 8 the reign of Ramathibodi II to house a standing Buddha image.
The statue, called called Phra Sri Sanphet, was originally cast in bronze and then gilded with a total of 346.5 kilograms of fine gold. This gold Buddha statue remained the city's principal image until 1767 when the invading Burmese built a fire around it in order to remove all the precious metal; all that was left was a shapeless lump of bronze.
Thai Pork Sausage
Thai Pork Sausage which are similar to Chinese pork sausages. Best as topping for Asian Fried Rice or an ingredient to chop suey or even as topping for fried or wet noodles. Available everywhere in Bangkok, I Bought This is Foodland Supermarket in front of my hotel for 40 Baht (1.23 USD).
Packing List
When I travel I always take my Backpak which zips up and becomes a suitcase. Great when you go thru customs cause it looks just that little bit more respectable - (do we really care)-now I can't get that song outta my head - you've gotta be respectable, respectable.
The pak I've got also has a zip off daypack, good to take on the plane to store your most valuable bits in & for day trips. Take as little as possible.
I always like to take a few pairs of shorts that I feel comfy in & a pair of long cotton trousers & a long shirt, a T-shirt & Singlet top, that's about it. Your own underwear is a must pack item and also bathing gear. Don't take anything white - best to stick to darker colours (less washing, he, he) as you can get rather grubby. Throw in a lightweight jacket, hat, sunnys & slip on shoes (sandles/thongs).
If you plan to visit the Grand palace or other sacred places pack a pair of shoes that conceal your toes too.
If you are larger than a size 10 take a few extra clothes. Although there is a lot of cheap copy designer clothing ie nike, quicksilver, billabong most of it is one size (size 8-10)- men's T-shirts can be the way to go. You can however get good buys on traditional clothing - baggy cottons, nice and cool over there.
As I said you can get T-Shirt over there and they are very cheap - singlet tops are nice and comfy and tend to be in bigger sizes too. A Medical Kit is a MUST - the smallest cut can get easily infected and I know this from first hand experience. An infection can set you back days if not treated straight away.
Take some alcohol swabs to clean wounds, anteseptic cream, cotton swabs & tape(can be expensive to buy there), bandaids.
Take a roller bandage in a freezer bag then if you have a nasty fall/accident pack the bag with ice and bandage it on -good for niggly ankles, bike falls etc.
Take lots of suncream,lip balm & DEET strength mozzie repellant, very expensive there.
Panadol for those late nights/early mornings.
Some gear to fix Thai Belly is important too. A Sarong can be a great item to pack - it has many a use.
Bedding, to keep off the sun, to wear around the pool.
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