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Tuk-tuks: Negotiating for a tuktuk
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  • By syllybabe on September 1, 2003
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  • Tuktuk drivers and Yen - Bangkok
    Tuktuk drivers and Yen
    by syllybabe
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    If you're visiting Bangkok, you have to try riding in a tuktuk at least once. It's quite an experience...not something I'd do again but it was fun inhaling the fumes from other cars as the driver sped and maneuvered through the midday traffic from Wat Pho to the Democracy Monument. The real tip is to negotiate. The drivers will try to rip you off if you're an unsuspecting tourist but I was with Yen, who, in the picture, is showing the drivers a picture of where we wanted to go since none of them spoke english.

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    Tuk-tuks: Tuk Tuk
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  • Updated By Jim_Eliason on January 3, 2006
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  • Tuk Tuk - Bangkok
    Tuk Tuk
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    The Tuk Tuk is Bangkok's unique contribution to public transport. One should take at least one Tuk Tuk ride in Bangkok just for the experience. Once you have that experience then take the cabs, they are cheaper and air conditioned. Unfortunately the Tuk Tuks have no meters and the drivers are worse than the taxi drivers , if that's possible, in trying to take advantage of you.

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    Tuk-tuks: Hiring Tuk Tuk in Bangkok
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  • Updated By beebah on January 30, 2006
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  • Tuk-tuks - Bangkok
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    Hiring Tuk Tuk in Bangkok could be fun experience. But in the same time it could be bad experience since it's usually overpriced for tourists. Unfortunately there's no meter attached in Tuk Tuk (wish one day they'll have it to avoid this 'no standard price') It's really hard to guess how much it will cost to go here and there. So, best way to do is asking from Thai people (at your hotel, guesthouse, etc) that how much you expect to pay to go to your destination. If tuktuk driver they ask a little bit more or less what price you know. It's OK (like normal prince is around 60 Baht but he asks for 70..80.. baht it's still OK. But usually if theys see tourists, From 60 Baht could up to 200 Baht. So DO bargain) Normally, to hire TukTuk to ANYWHERE in Bangkok never go higher than 100 Baht this is maximum. If higher than this you should consider using a meter-Taxi. Will be cheaper. (and safer) Anyway, not all of taxi drivers are trying to rip off tourists. some are really honest and just want to earn money to pay their daily rent. These guys earn not so much money each day. (except those they cheat a lot) So,giving them some tip if you are satistied their services is always appreciated. (normally 20-40 baht tip is good already or tell him to keep the change)

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    Tuk-tuks: TRAVEL BY TUK TUK
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  • Updated By mamasan69 on May 13, 2005
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  • ME INSIDE A TUK TUK-BAngkok. - Bangkok
    ME INSIDE A TUK TUK-BAngkok.
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    When you need transport from the airport in Bangkok, the best method I found would be the airport shuttle bus. It runs every half hour up until 1200am, and costs 100bht per person. This bus is air-conditioned and allows people to carry on their luggage, most city buses don't allow this. In the city itself the best mode of travel would probably be Tuk Tuks. They are fast, loud and quite reasonable in price, as long as you can handle crazy traffic, pollution, and driving. (see my comments about scams). After three trips to Bangkok this past year, I now rather travel by taxi, it is generally easier and less stressfull. The only problem is if you happen to get one that doesn't speak english and you are like me, not very good with speaking Thai yet. However if you have never had a Tuk-Tuk ride, it is worth trying at least once while in Bangkok.

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    Tuk-tuks: Hold On Tight !
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  • By dragontml on May 22, 2004
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  • Another taxi-style mode of transport is the tuk-tuk, an open air three-wheeled vehicle unique to Thailand. It can almost take you anywhere in Bangkok. Rate is usually negiotiated from Baht20 for a very short distance to about Baht100 for a further destination.

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    Tuk-tuks: Don't bother
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  • By mrjemm on July 1, 2004
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  • Don't use Tuk-tuks. They are one of the biggest tourist trap rip-offs going. Also with their 2-stroke engines and bad maintenance they surpremely dangerous and polluting. Once they have conned you into believing the meter is useless and that the price they quote is cheap (HA!- usually a good multiple of the taxi fare), they will drive like nutters and often not even get you where you want to go. Like bloodsports, a tradition not needed. Sorry guys, I know you're tryingto make a living, but there are limits.

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    Tuk-tuks: Tuk Tuk
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  • By Unknownsu on May 3, 2003
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  • The Experience Itself - Bangkok
    The Experience Itself
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    Three-wheeled open-air vehicles taking two passengers (three or four at a squeeze), Tuk-tuks offer an 'interesting' ride! Best for shorter trips during off-peak hours. Settle the fare before proceeding. It should cost less than the price of a comparable journey by taxi meter. Minimum fares, for journeys of up to 3 kilometres, are approximately 30 baht. In wet weather, riding in a Tuk-tuk is dangerous and should be avoided.

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    Tuk-tuks: TUK TUK
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  • Updated By vigi on April 20, 2003
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  • Tuk Tuk, Bangkok (THAILAND) - Bangkok
    Tuk Tuk, Bangkok (THAILAND)
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    The "samlor" offers exciting rides within the city. It is IMPORTANT to settle the fare before proceeding. Fare range vary widely depending on your bargaining power. Normally they asked for 80 Bhat wherever you go. I got one ride as cheap as 30 Bhat, the driver brought me to temples in 3 hours, he waited for me while I browse inside the attractions. Why was it so cheap? Because I agreed to stop over some "tourist shops" of his choice i.e. jewellery shops & tailors. I didn't have to spend money on these shops, but the driver got free gasoline as commission for bringing tourists inside these shops. This is a good method to hire your personal driver cheaply, provided that you have plenty of time.

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    Tuk-tuks: Tuk-tuks!
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  • Updated By yen_2 on March 31, 2003
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  • Green Tuk-tuk Taxi in main highway! - Bangkok
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    So, the story is like this: A friend of my hubby talk to this driver and he gave us a very cheap ride for only 50 baht($1). Remember that in taking a tuk-tuk you should look for a yellow colored one not on the white or whatsoever since they will priced you over. Back to my story, after shopping in World Trade Center we decided to take a tuk-tuk to MBK so, we asked this driver if how much it would be for only a short ride he gave us a 100 baht which hubby told him it's only 20 baht but he just insisting that the place is very far and there I told him,Are you okey? Then we left and he started to gave us a lower price but it was late! So, you should try to bargain the prices here in Bangkok since if you will just okay and okay with them..it will not be a cheap travel you will have unless you can spend more! Tuk-tuk Everything from flatulent golf carts to three wheeled tin cans, ubiquitos tuk-tuks still swerve around Bangkok's streets, though truth is much needed to cover short distances in a real hurry!

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    Tuk-tuks: Few reminders before you hop into tuk-tuk
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  • Updated By ahcoln on October 30, 2004
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  • Tuk-tuks - Bangkok
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    Tuk-tuk is definately a fun mode of transport in Thailand. Even if you don't really need a ride, I will still suggest you at least try once. However, there are some reminders before you hop in one. 1. as usual, you have to agree with the fare beforehand. 2. always bargain the fare 3. ask whether they are going to make more stop other from your destination 4. never expect they will return the change, so prepare exactly the amount. 5. better to have a Thai version of destination name, some driver will not know the place even you show them the photo. have fun.

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