Thursday, January 8, 2015

Top 5 Best Beaches in Thailand alternative

During my initial list of the most beautiful beaches in Thailand, a large group of travelers used this list is different. This is for those who do not like big crowds and a lot of development, commercial clubs and tons of strong beer for the views and unexplored areas had, even if it meant spending a little more time, or do not find many Getting other people who speak English. There is nothing second rate on these beaches (both in the original list), they are just not as popular, and for some, making it even better.

What currency is used in Thailand?

Question: As used slogan Thailand?

Answer: Thailand's currency is Baht and is usually represented by a capital B with a slash through it.

During the last decade, the baht has fluctuated 30 baht to the dollar and 42 baht to the dollar.

In Thailand, there are 1 baht baht 2, 5 and 10 meeting Baht Baht and 20 Baht, 50 Baht 100 baht and 1,000 baht notes. You can also occasionally October 1 baht, but that can not be printed.

Satang Baht is divided, and there are 100 satang baht. These days there are only 25 satang coins and 50 satang. Satang are seldom used for most transactions.

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Beaches in Pattaya

Pattaya The beaches are great, but not as clean, quiet beaches and other parts of the country. They offer great value and are very handy if you only Bangkok. If you go to Pattaya, but want to relax a quiet beach, the best bet is one of the stations between the beaches of Pattaya and Jomtien Beach. Many have their own private beaches.

Chiang Mai in 2 days

The area of Chiang Mai has many other attractions, including the breathtaking hikes through the mountains of northern Thailand. If you plan to be more than a few days in the city, here are some other things to see and do:

  • You temples outside the old town - Wat Suan Dok, Wat Bupparam, Wat Umong, Wat Saen Fang and Wat Ket Garam are just some of the many remarkable temple in Chiang Mai most. Hire a tuk tuk or taxi and spend the day in this wats if you have time.
  • The National Museum of Chiang Mai - Chiang Mai Despite feels like a living museum, you have a better understanding of the Lanna Kingdom visit this great collection, well organized and artifacts in the north of the old art. Plan to spend a couple of hours.
  • Because the markets - markets in Chiang Mai are among the best in Thailand. If you are in Chiang May for the weekend, spend a few hours walking through the market weekend or head to one of the many local markets in the city.
  • Dinner at the River Ping - Ping River flanking the east side of the old city and has to eat many small charming restaurants. There are also night river cruises that leave from the east side of Nawarat bridge.

Credit: Photo author Suzanne Nam

Sunday, January 4, 2015

Bangkok in two days

If you see only a few days to Bangkok, try, in an area to stay close to places of culture and good food. These hotels in Bangkok Best Touring temple is near the river and very practical.

Enjoy the public transportation in Bangkok. It may seem counterintuitive, but usually take taxis is not the fastest way to get around. The traffic can be terrible, and if you ruin a limited amount of time your plans!

Credit: Photo author Suzanne Nam

Friday, January 2, 2015

Bangkok skipper

Boats and ferries to get a convenient and interesting way to Bangkok. You can be intimidating at first, but once you understand the routes and the rules are very easy to use.

  • Bangkok has two systems boat - the ferry system in the Chao Phraya river and canal system ferry. River ferry is operated by the Chao Phraya Express Boat Company.
  • The Chao Phraya Express Boat Company published the calendar and map on the website, but there is no card in the channel ferries or program available online.
  • River Run express and local or within the inner city and beyond boats. Flags of different colors that allow the rider to know what the boarding of vessels.
  • There is also a tourist boat that Saphan Thaksin Sky Train Phra Athit goes near Khao San Road. The tourist boat only columns with the main attractions and is an advertiser tells the journey. Excursion boats are more expensive but also less crowded than nearby boats.
  • Most boats leave from 5 hours to about 19 hours on the Chao Phraya River, the last ship is on every track a black flag indicates that the boat service time is over for the day. No night ferries.
  • Boats run as fast as every 10 minutes during peak times and as slow as every hour during peak periods.
  • Canal boats, boats Khlong also run on major canals of Bangkok. The most popular way is the San Saeb channel ferry, which runs parallel to Petchaburi all the way to the Mont d'Or.
  • Barges and river boats make stops very quickly, so not much time to put on and off. Move fast and follow the example of those around you!
  • Most trips on the river or river boats cost less than 30 baht. The collector will come to sell a ticket.
  • Rivers and canals boat stops are well marked. Stops canal boat can be difficult to find because the channels are not always visible from the street.
  • Bangkok Airport Travel

    Bangkok International Airport is 19 miles from downtown Bangkok. With the new rail link from the airport and many other transportation options, is the quick and easy access to the airport in the city, even if traveling during peak hours. If so, you should take a train connection or by taxi or bus to the subway or a convenient Skytrain station for the rest of the trip.

  • Airport Rail Link. The Airport Rail Link, which was opened only in August 2010, is the cheapest and quickest way to the airport and downtown Bangkok shape. The price is 150 baht (at least until 2010), and you can take the train in the basement of the airport. The express train will take you directly to Makkasan station in about 15 minutes to complete. From there you can Phayatai from the station, where you take the Skytrain to connect with the town line (local train Airport Rail Link), two stops.
  • Taxis. Metered taxis are the best way out of the airport and your hotel. After customs and immigration, head down to the first level, there are a number of taxis outside. We stop at a table and tell the clerk your destination and then he or she will be assigned to the next controller. You can help explain where to go, but if your goal is to have better written in Thai (ask at your hotel or guest house to give instructions). You have to pay extra 50 euros on the meter fare plus tolls. The fastest way to reach the city is on the tolls will be an additional 70 baht or cost more, depending on where you go. Most taxi drivers are honest, but some will try to give you a flat fee that you will to your hotel. Insisting on the subway!
  • Airport Limo Airport. Sedan costs about three times the price for a taxi, but are very comfortable and usually drivers speak English well enough to get to where you need to go without confusion. If you have a large number of people or things, you can also take a minibus airport limousine. If you decide to go this route, there are limousine office in the baggage claim area of the airport, and once you. Customs and immigration
  • Express bus to the airport. There are express bus to the airport which runs on four different routes in central Bangkok including Silom Road, Khao San Road and Sukhumvit. Buses run from 5.00 bis 00.00 clock clock and you can get tickets (150 Baht per person) at the counter airport bus to the airport.
  • Public buses. Public buses run 24 hours a day from the airport cost 35 € each way. To catch one bus from the terminal to the transport hub. There are 12 different routes from Suvarnabhumi Airport in different parts of greater Bangkok. There is also a government bus will take you directly from the airport to Pattaya (130 baht).