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Weather and Climate Bangkok

11 Reviews When I was in Bangkok, I got caught in a horrible downpour. Having an umbrella didn't help me at all. I was wet up to my waist. Sure my head and shoulders were dry, but that was it. Unfortunately, I...

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Island beaches Phuket

26 Reviews Hi live in Phuket and can appreciate your feeling. Patong is a massive tourist trap, with higher prices, busy, dirty, and not the most spectacular beach. Great for a night out or for a group of young...

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Beaches Ko Samui

14 Reviews My favorite beaches in Ko Samui 01. Thong Tanote Beach 02. Five islands Beach 03. Maenam Beach 04. Taling Ngam 05. Lipa Noi Beach 06. Lamai Beach 07. Chaweng Beach 08. Bophut Beach 09. Big...

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Excursions Chiang Mai

21 Reviews STOP 2 on DOI INTHANON NATIONAL PARK TOUR The Siriphum Waterfall is tall, pretty waterfall. The waterfalls are actually twins, two parallel streams of water, named for His Majesty King Bhumibol and...

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General Street Scenes Hat Yai

14 Reviews In our usual morning walk thru the city, we came across this aerobic session in the open spaces in front of the Robinson Department Store in the vicinity of the Hatyai raiway station... The music was...

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Eating Bangkok

35 Reviews For a question of safety I never eat in the streets in tropical countries. I respected that precaution in Bangkok, but must confess that nowhere in the world the food looked so nice and apettizing....

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Nice views Phuket

12 Reviews Personally, one of the best way to discover Phuket is to hire a car, in my case it was a little jeep, drive around the island and visit every popular beach. It is an interesting experience especially...

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Local People Ko Samui

5 Reviews I would like to share this with you as it blew us away during our visit to Koh Samui. Being South African, we love good quality red wine and having visited Thailand before we knew that if you wanted...

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Hill Tribes and Volunteer work Chiang Mai

17 Reviews STOP 4 on DOI INTHANON NATIONAL PARK TOUR Just up the road from the ranger station is a Hmong market, which sells produce from the Royal Project and Hmong villages around Mae Chaem. Actual Hmong...

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Street Vendors & Hawkers Hat Yai

7 Reviews The way that meat is stored and sold in Asia has always made me feel a little uneasy. In the hot weather there is no sign of ice or refrigeration and flies are common on the produce. However, it...

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Currency Bangkok

13 Reviews There is a very popular foreign exchange that offers the best rates in town (much better than what we have exchange back at home). The rates are significantly higher, so it's worth changing there if...

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Excursions Phuket

12 Reviews good english speaking helpful travel agent in phuket try phuket travel company on soi banzhan english owned and english speaking staff great service and prices on day tours and excursions very...

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Transportation & Getting Around Ko Samui

6 Reviews This is were you can catch ferries to Surat Thani ,Ko Phangan or Ko Tao.Across the road from the Pier you will find a number of tour office ,restaurants,a little market and shops.There are also...

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Jungle Trek Chiang Mai

42 Reviews This is another Jungle Kid, the Little-Pinky-No-Pants. He is good at asking for candies, playing with baby puppy, riding a dog while twisting its ears like riding a motorbike, and playing with knife....

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Religion Hat Yai

5 Reviews One of my fondest memories was finding a small Wat while I was walking around Hat Yai. I sat inside for a while as it was a very peaceful environment and began reflecting on Buddhism and what it meant...

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Thai Massage Bangkok

8 Reviews My second night in Bangkok, I met a few locals at one of the Buddhist Temples. After a few minutes of chatting, they offered to take me to get a traditional Thai Massage, I was very leery of their...

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Health and weather infos Phuket

11 Reviews It may rain during the "dry" season, however, when it does during this time it usually only rains for 15-30 minutes and then stops and everyone goes about their business. And a lot of the times it...

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Waterfalls Ko Samui

2 Reviews I have so many favorite things about Ko Samui. The locals are all usually very helpful and friendly,and the seafood available here is very good and at better prices than Phuket or Bangkok. At night my...

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City activites and events Chiang Mai

15 Reviews In all packed tours we have to visit a few factories clearly prepared tor tourist and guide commissions. In Chiang Mai it looked a little bit different - as we were a small group we were taken from...

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Planes, Trains & Automobiles Hat Yai

4 Reviews Anyone who wants to travel from Butterworth to Hat Yai can book a seat in one of those vans which shuttle regularly between these two towns. At the taxi stand at foot of the stairs (from the Pg-BW-Pg...

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Chao Phraya River Bangkok

43 Reviews I've travelled up and down it by public boat, hotel shuttle, party boat. I've stood on its banks. I've sat in restaurants gazing at the endless boats tearing up and down it. I've sat on my hotel...

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Island activites Phuket

15 Reviews I visit Phuket for three weeks in June 2009 and had a wonderful time. In terms of food, look for the Red Onion Restaurant in Karon Beach (approx 4 km South of Patong) It is REALLY worth it!! A very...

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Wildlife & Nature Ko Samui

7 Reviews I could not pass up adding these pictures of one happy elephant. What was interesting to me was that the Thai helpers set out the bucket of water, but that was it.... the elephant seemed to take his...

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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Chiang Mai

10 Reviews I love the style of the golden umbrellas and the whole setting of Wat Doi Suthep. On most days you can get a nice cool breeze too! It would be a hard bicycle trip up but of course could be done and...

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Weather & Climate Hat Yai

2 Reviews The Thais have some interesting ways of staying dry in wet weather while riding motorbikes. Most popular is wearing a big plastic bag but it is extremely common to see them riding around underneath...

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Money and rainy season tips in Thailand

by bulldogtwo

Really a matter of opinion here I think, as much of VT advice!Thailand has made it really easy with ATM/credit card machines located virtually everywhere. So if you are inclined to carry only that you should not have much if any problems. I always like to carry a few hundred$$ with me for convenience sake and some of that I usually break up evenly into Traveller Cheques. Most of this I use when transiting airports etc...Always check with your bank to make sure how much they may charge you for conversion, and understand that it could change daily with rates. Thailand rates are pretty stable lately so it wont flucuate that much but some banks do charge a hefty price to do a conversion. I'd take at least two cards just in case you loose one. On that note make sure you have international tel numbers handy in case on is lost or stolen. You credit card/ bank should be able to provide you with...

Prescription drugs in Thailand

by bulldogtwo

Yes, you should not have a problem getting into Thailand. I did notice that you did not mention "prescription" but I assume that they are. If so make sure that you have them in their original bottles/containers and any prescription information from the doctor that you have, if not get it.I would add this. You would probably have a lot more problems getting back into the states going through customs with these drugs than getting in and out of Thailand. Isn't it just a joy going through US Customs and Immigration(NOT!)(Sorry, just had to add that)Enjoy your trip to Thailand

Thai nature and culture

by bulldogtwo

It really is up to you and what you want from a trip. As you stated earlier, you want to get out and see some nature and culture. You can get that ijn Laos and Cambodia and Thailand. Staying away from the tourist areas helps you do that better. Vivispy stated that they didn't like Phuket, yeah, you have to get out and travel a bit. Get into the country and see the farms and rice fields and the locals working them. You'll run into tourist traps no matter where you go but you can also get aawy from them. Easly to base in Phuket and day trip on a motorbike to the country and the National Parks. Or as I said erlier stay in or near the National Parks. All along the Andaman coast there are deserted beaches where nobody seems to go, some in the parks some not. One of the reasons I choose Thailand over the other places is that it is so easy (easier) to get around. Intact infastructure and you...

Bangkok Tailors

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There are a couple places that i would recommend. The first would be Raja Fashion located at Sukhumvit Rd and soi 4, No. 130. Almost at the intersection of these streets and directly across from the Nana Hotel. Go to the above mentioned intersection, walk down soi 4 and Raja's is located about 100 yards or less on the left side of soi 4. Raja has been there for decades, reputable and does much of the diplomatic corps. He does good work and his suits last for years. I've never had a problem with any of his stiching, seams, hems, lining or whatever else may go wrong with tailor made clothing.For dresses, Raja's wife has a shop located across the street on Sukhumvit Rd. Don't know the name or address but as I said, it's located across Sukhumvit, go to Raja's, he will either direct you for dresses to his wife's shop or he'll have someone take you across the street.Price wise, yeah, Raja's...

October weather in Thailand

by bulldogtwo

Yes for the most part the rainy season should be over. You will still have rain periodically during the day but only for brief periods. Usually only for 10-20 minutes and at the most maybe an hour. These however don't compare to the torrential monsoon showers that you'd get in July August. These will be mild rains or sprinkles, usually. While travelling around and you get caught in the rain, pull over to a cafe, get a snack and soon enough the rain will have passed. The temp will be warm or hot depending on where you are coming from and humid, although not as bad on the coast as you will usually have a decent breeze. October is a great month to go. Everything will be green and lush, and don't forget to check out the waterfalls that are everywhere. They can be a lot of fun to swim in and cool off, not to mention scenic.Have fun

$1 US Dollar Equals 33.44 Thai Baht

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As of July 24, 20085,000 Baht equals US $149.532,500 Baht equals US $74.762,000 Baht equals US $59.811,500 Baht equals US $44.861,000 Baht equals US $29.91 500 Baht equals US $14.96Paper bills are in denominations of 1,000, 500, 100, 50, 20 bahtCoins are in denominations of 25 satang, 50 satang, 1 baht, 5 baht and 10 baht. Banks are generally open from 9:30am to 3:30pm during the weekdays. Many banks in popular tourist areas are open late in the evening every day to accomodate foreign exchange services.When ordering foreign currency, do not order an even amount ie: 15,000 baht. You will probably receive 15 1,000 baht bills. You will need some smaller denominations. So, order 14,900 baht. Some taxis don't make change so try to give the the exact cost of fare.

back pack vs. suitcase with wheels

by dgunbug

My husband and I are also debating about backpacks. We always take a carry on rolling suitcase along with a small backpack. We have decided that we want to purchase a new backpack (the old one is basically a book back). We are looking for one that has a waist belt that will take the weight off the shoulders. I would personally recommend bringing the suitcase along with a small backpack, giving you the flexibility of leaving the suitcase behind at a hotel in storage if you go on any trecking trips or day trips. Remember, for a day or two, you only need a small pack. Does anyone have any suggestions on particular backpacks? Please email me directly at dgunbug@aol.com. Thanks! - June

currency

by MichaelDovey

With my last two trips, I have not bothered with travellers cheques, or pre-bought currency, and have only used my credit card at ATM's in order to draw money.It is safer and easier, and there are ATM's outside most hotels,and in all major shopping centres. Thailand is truely "The Land of Smiles".Their respect towards their chosen religon, and to the Monarchy is amazing

Baht exchange

by bulldogtwo

No, don't buy Baht in the states. When you arrive at the airport you can change some money at that time. I usually change about 100$, enough to get me into town,taxi, eat etc. You will always get a higher rate changing 100$bills vs 50's or 20's. Once in Bangkok, there are bank kiosks everywhere to change money. The rates may vary, but usually by only a couple of baht. Exchanging is easy in Thailand, don't use US$, no need, and if they exchange will give a poor rate. Credit cards can be used but you will be charged a fee by your CC for the exchange. I will sometimes use my CC for hotel bill and usually when I know it is in US$ over the internet.good luck

Backpacking in Thailand

by bulldogtwo

I agree, backpack all the way. Even if you were staying in the city, wheels just don't work on the side walks. Also, think about scaling back on what you pack. You are going to a hot, tropical country, super light weight clothing is the way to go, that usually mean, Columbia nylon pants and shirt, men and ladies or any other brand. Blue jeans just don't cut it in the tropics. You can also wash clothes on the road and it's really cheap in Thailand. You can get a weeks worth done for a few dollars.As far as the pack is concerned, my advise is "don't go cheap", you get what you pay for. LL Bean has back packs that I have used and travelled with all over the world. They may, or may not, cost a couple dollars more but they are worth every penny. Should anything go wrong with your pack, in your life time, you'll get a full 100% refund, no questions asked, or another pack. They come in all...

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