Bangkok Or Pattaya Decisions, Decisions
Bangkok or Pattaya Decisions, Decisions
I visit a lot of Thailand Forums and very often a newbies will ask if he should go to Bangkok or Pattaya or both. He will also want to know how long he should stay at each place if he goes to both.
As a season traveler to Thailand for over 30 years, I tend to be a bit cynical and advise most to just go straight to Pattaya. But, there are arguments to be made to stop by and visit Bangkok for a few days too.
I have toned down my advice a bit usually...
Day Trip To Koh Larn
Was talking to a girl in a bar and the conversation came around to what other places in Thailand had I visited other than Pattaya. I rattled off a short list Bangkok, Phitsanulok, Nakhon Si Thammaratt, Phuket, Koh Samui, Had Yai, Korat, and a few others. She asked me if I had ever been to Koh Larn. I told her No and she told me she had never been either.
Well that did it. I immediately invited her to go the next day. She was beside herself and, at first, did not believe me. I promised her...
Digg It Or Pligg It?
All I read nowadays is Web 2.0 and social sites - like myspace, digg and del.icio.us. These are sites that are full-blown communities on-line. We have seen the Internet lean this way and it is not going to change. It is only going to grow.
Now, when I post to a blog - I add it to the social sites. When I write an article - I add it to the social sites. I have accounts at the social sites and I add articles there - and then add them to other social sites. It all goes round and round....
Hotels In Bangkok, Thailand
You have decided to visit Asia for your next vacation and have decided to go to Bangkok, Thailand. Your flight is booked but you are still looking for a hotel. But, how do you decide which hotel to stay at?
Your decision should be based on what you plan to do while you are Krung Thep. Will you be spending most of your time sightseeing, shopping or enjoying the nightlife? You dont want to waste valuable time in a Bangkok taxi inching along Sukhumvit Road.
Siam Square area is a good place...
Is Post-Coup Thailand A Safe Place To Visit?
On September 19th, the Thai military overthrew Prime Minister Taksin Shinawatra while he was on an official visit to the United Nations. The coup was quick, bloodless and long overdue. The new government is being installed and democracy will prevail.
So, should you cancel your travel plans to Thailand? Absolutely not. Thailand is still a great place to visit and if you hadn't seen the coup on TV, you would never have known it happened.
Life goes on in the Land of Smiles with the only...
Kill Two Birds With One Stone - Medical Tourism
Medical tourism is a fairly new term used to describe an amazing amount of people globally that travel world-wide for health care. Why these people travel and for what differs, but basically there are two types of medical tourists the regular tourist that adds a visit to the doctor for some minor treatment, as part of his or her holiday, and the tourist travelling primarily for medical treatment.
Before there even was a term 'medical tourism', it was common practice among the well-to-do in...
Pizza In Pattaya?
Can you really get pizza in Pattaya, Thailand? Absolutely. Is it any good? Superb! Does this sound strange to you? It shouldnt. Some of the finest chefs in the world have made their homes in Thailand and have set up shop cooking some of the finest cuisine in the world.
I love Thai food and eat my share of rice and noodles with all the other spicy goodies that go along with them, but I also like to sample food from around the world. Pattaya is the perfect place to do this.
You can go to Don...
Planning A Party In Pattaya?
Many folks go to Pattaya, Thailand and celebrate some occasion while they are there. Whether it be an anniversary, birthday, divorce, or nothing in particular, there are plenty of party venues to schedule your special event.
I have been going to Thailand for over 30 years, have made numerous friends there both Thai and Expat and highly recommend the following venues:
1. The FLB bar owned by Martin and managed by Ricky down on Walking Street past the big tree this is a very friendly...
The Best Plan Is No Plan
I can be fairly anal when making plans. In my job, I live by the calendar in Outlook. Meetings, Conferences, Training and the daily routine are all governed by my calendar. I do the same thing when going on vacation.
I know that a vacation is a time to relax and not watch the clock. But, I still like to have some sort of schedule to get the most out of my 2 ½ week holiday. Planning works well for me everywhere except for Pattaya. I havent quite figured out why I just know that all my plans...
Top 10 Reasons To Book Your Hotel Online
1.Fast. Click, click, click and you are done. You can look at pictures of the hotel and rooms, read reviews, and safely book your hotel room.
2.Secure. As mentioned above, booking online is safe and secure. Just look for the little lock in your bottom toolbar and check that the site is "https". This will guarantee your safety.
3.Compare. It is very easy to comparison shop for your hotel online. Either by taking notes or opening multiple browser windows. Find the best price for your...
Whats The Best Way To Book Your Hotel In Thailand?
Lets look at the available options:
Online with your airline reservation Online form directly with the hotel Phone call or email to the hotel Your local travel agent Online form with an in-country booking agent
If you book your flight online with a company like Expedia or Travelocity, you will be given the option to add a hotel to your airfare. The prices are usually outrageous and the hotels listed are at the very high end.
Booking directly from the hotel online is a good option if...
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