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Word of advice though - NEGOTIATE the fare BEFORE entering unless you want to be scammed. Fares start from THB10 but should not be more than THB50. Otherwise you're better off taking the cab where its metered at least. Leave a Comment Theme: Motorcycle
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 Tuk Tuk by Jmill42
Only get in tuk-tuk's with a yellow license plate, as these are the ones that are registered. Not that it matters much... Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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 by Mahieu
A tuktuk is a sort of motorized rickshaw and very popular in Bangkok
Taking a tuktuk is a real experience. As tuk-tuks are open-ended, they expose passengers to the high pollution levels in the middle of Bangkok's roads and offer almost no protection in case of an accident. The drivers are going very fast and drive dangerously, but they seem to know what they are doing... Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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The simple Tuk Tuk remains an important mode of transport , however I believe its presence is fading , possibly due to the Skytrain and the new Metro rail system giving better and more efficient transport. The Skyrail and metro only service certain areas and the Tuk Tuk remains prominent in areas where rail has not reached.
It is a refreshing experience if not scary at times to take a journey in these little machines. More often than not the tourist loses control when he enters the Tuk Tuk as the direct route is nearly always via a tailor or jeweller, where the driver earns commision in a petrol allowance should you stay 5 or 10 minutes. Should a sale be made he earns a commission and if he is generous he may not charge you for the journey.
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 scenes from the tuktuk by jenniferchin
Make sure you tell your driver exactly where you want to go and fix the price BEFORE you start your journey. Then its fun all the way :-) Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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driver by trisanna
Make sure you haggle and agree on a price first. Prices in bangkok will be higher than in other Thai cities, such as Chiang Mai. Prices should start around 40 baht to 120- at most. But it depends on time and route.
Warnings-they race around the city, which can be a little scary. I have heard kids love this. Also, if you are stuck in traffic it can be miserable, Since you are seated low on a tuk tuk and right at various car exhaust pipes.
Also-if you need a toy for a child back home, who loves cars. You can get a mini tuk tuk at the international airport. It;s a big hit. Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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Oh, this is the real way to go! You are right in there with all the noise, colours, he stops whenever you see a really nice shop, he can get through gaps that you couldn't walk through on your own, he changes direction on a man hole cover, he stops and waits for you, finds you a particular shopping item. Only drawback is that you end up with a headache from the noise and a sore throat from the pollution, and of course, it's a bit hot unless you are actually moving along.
If you really want to take your life in your hands, try the motorbike taxis. Fast, breathtaking in their daring skills and for the passenger who is totally insane...... They are the cheapest of all Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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 Two tuk tuks by SirRichard
You can hail them anywhere, just remember to bargain BEFORE going in. Just say the address and ask how much. Expect to pay 50-70% of the price they tell you. A normal fare could be between 20 and 100 bahts (40 Bahts = 1 USD). Leave a Comment Theme: Motorcycle
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 Tuk-tuk by muddybok
Tuk-tuk is a good alternative for expensive taxi ride (in comfortable Toyota Altis). Before you use the service, please do negotiate with the tuk-tuk driver & often time can reduce to 40-50% of the initial price.
Avoid jumping into a tuk-tuk at famous tourist spot without negotiating; else you'll be paying too much for the ride. Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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