Live webcams Bangkok

For a long time, much to my regret and unfortunately everyone to see Bangkok online using webcams, the city was only one interesting web camera with good video quality. And only a single camera in full could be called a live webcam, ie, a camera which provides a truly live video, rather than a slideshow display with update time from 1 minute to 15 minutes. I do not know what it is connected, but my tedious searching for many months did not allow to find a really interesting webcams, worthy of attention. Almost all found on the internet – it is described camera slideshow, most of them to the same or does not work at all, or only rarely provides a changing image with low resolution, that looking at which there is no pleasure.

Of course, in comparison with other towns and resorts in the country – Phuket, Koh Samui or Pattaya – the number of online webcams in Bangkok and is now very low. And this in situation, when interesting places in the capital of Thailand is much more than all the resorts of the country combined. Therefore, a bit strange that at such a high concentration of architectural or other interest in Bangkok, there is still a shortage of interesting camera, which could further increase the interest of foreigners to the country and its colorful culture.

For your convenience, a list of webcams Bangkok now and in the future will be built on the basis of popularity. At the top of the list are the most popular online cameras that are pleasing to full streaming video and high resolution. And later in the list will be added Bangkok webcams that broadcast information with a certain delay and web cameras that transmit images in high resolution, but not in the video format, as well as a slide-show format. Of course, this does not mean that specifically for you are only interested in the first camera in the list. It is possible that webcam near to some attractions eventually attract your interest and will in the process of planning your trip to Bangkok add some objects for subsequent visits.

[ad#avia]

Due to a slight increase in the number of webcams Bangkok, this page has been slightly modified. In order to loading the video more fast  and in order to save traffic, all the cameras were placed on separate pages. For opening any of them you can be using links below. Also for the convenience of visitors i organized ring principle: by going to any of the Bangkok webcams online at the links below, you will be able to move quickly to viewing the following web cameras via a single click (the arrow at the top of the page). Also on each page of the web-camera (a text describing a location) has a link to this page where you can select any of Bangkok webcam from the list available for viewing online.

LIST OF LIVE WEBCAMS BANGKOK  (2018)

1. Live webcam Bangkok – Sukhumvit Road 

This live webcam Bangkok installed on one of the busiest streets of the city – Sukhumvit Road. It is no exaggeration to say that Sukhumvit Road is not just one of the main streets of Bangkok, but the most important street in Thailand. This is due to the fact that the length of the street Suhkumvit is more than 400 kilometers: the street starts in the center of Bangkok, passes through many cities and towns (including Pattaya, Rayong and Trat) and ends in the south of the country y border with Cambodia. With this online Bangkok webcams you will be able to see only a small section of the famous street, but even this allows us to understand how important this street for city life. From the positive features of this webcam can be noted natural colors and work around the clock.

1a. Webcam Bangkok – view to the Chao Phraya River 

One of the earliest and still one of the best online webcams Bangkok, which is installed in a high-rise hotel on the Millenium Hilton building. As you can see at a glance, the place of installation of the webcam is the Chao Phraya river embankment where the building is set. It takes only a few minutes to look at Bangkok bird’s-eye view to ensure that the invaluable importance of Choa Phraya River for this Asian metropolis. The flow of passenger transport, large and small private boats, barges and other large water transport does not stop even for a moment – in whatever time you have not opened this webcam Bangkok to view. Chao Phraya and connecting with her channels (Klongs) – the major transport arteries of the city, to quickly move around the city during rush hour.

2. Live webcam Bangkok – Skyline of the city

New web-camera in Bangok, which allows you to see the vast panorama of this huge metropolis in real time. The location of this camera is the facade of the five-star The Continent Hotel Bangkok. The hotel is a very beautiful and ultramodern high-rise building of glass and concrete and is located in a very good location – in close proximity to the Asok station of the BTS SkyTrain city overground metro. For those who do not yet represent the location of the BTS stations in Bangkok, you can clarify that this is the Sukhumvit highway – the main highway of all of Thailand, which runs through the entire eastern part of the country. Since the webcam is fixed on the facade of the building very high above the ground, it is best suited not to inspect nearby buildings and streets, but to view the panorama of a large part of the city and the horizon line with the numerous skyscrapers of the business center of the capital of Thailand.

3. Sathon Road – Bangkok live webcam

The page shows the current webcam Bangkok, which is located in one of the most modern areas of the capital of Thailand. As you can see at a glance, just behind the wide city highway are dozens of high-rise buildings whose architecture is very original and proves that Bangkok is developing very rapidly these days, and this city, like many other Asian megacities, is growing not only in breadth , but also in height. Bangkok’s webcam with a view of Sathon Road and the eponymous city quarter allows you to see the weather in real time in this part of the country’s capital, because the image quality is very good, and the online webcam is placed high above the ground, so we can see a very large territory of city. In general, the Sathon area occupies a large territory, and its northern border is located near the central part of the city.

4. Live webcam Bangkok – Yodpiman River Walk

This city webcam installed on the facade of one of the most original malls of Bangkok – Yodpiman River Walk. A feature of this shopping center is its location near the historic part of the Thai capital, and Yodpiman River Walk is located directly on the waterfront of the river Chao Phraya (Chao Phraya). This arrangement of the shopping center made it a popular place not only for shopping in Bangkok, but also for walking in the evening and at night, when the heat of the day gives way to a more comfortable temperature for walks in the open air. As is the case with other shopping centers of Bangkok, Yodpiman River Walk, there are cafes and restaurants. However, in this case it is not just a place where visitors and employees of the shopping center can eat, but also a place with a very beautiful views of the river and the old building, part of which can be seen and with the help of the webcam Bangkok.

5. Webcam Bangkok – view to Wat Arun Temple

New online webcam of Bangkok, which is installed in the central part of the city, to be exact – in the historical part of the capital of Thailand. As you can see at a glance, the place of installation of the webcam is the Chao Praya river embankment. Here you can see the river not only directly, but also objects which are located on both banks. First of all, this webcam is interesting because it allows on-line to see one of the most beautiful temples of Bangkok – Wat Arun. Translated from Thai temple name sounds like the Temple of Dawn. By the way, the majority of Bangkok residents and travelers believe that the best time to visit Wat Arun – that morning when the morning sun’s rays are reflected off the porcelain exterior finish of the ancient temple.

6. Webcam Bangkok – entertainment complex Asiatique

New online webcam installed in the shopping center Asiatique in Bangkok. Due to the fact that the webcam is working around the clock (same as as all other live webcams Bangkok in the list), even in the dark you can see perfectly what is going on in front of the lens of webcam. This is very important, because entertainment complex Asiatique  is considered night complex and start work at 17-00, ie about an hour before dusk. And thanks to the fact that commonly used bright colored lights (on buildings, on the Ferris wheel, the trees, just on the waterfront), rapidly upcoming tropical night does not prevent all consider – bright artificial light near the webcam makes it a viewing comfortable even after midnight in Bangkok.

7.  Live webcam Bangkok – Rangsit district

Live webcam Bangkok, which is located in one of the suburbs of Bangkok, which is called Rangsit. This area is located about 30 kilometers north of the center of Bangkok and about 15 kilometers to the northeast of Bangkok’s Don Muang airport. A distinctive feature of this district is that educational institutions are mainly located here. In other words, Rangsit is a university suburb of Bangkok, home to students, teachers and people working in the service sector. Studying at universities in Thailand is paid and not available to every resident of this country. In addition, Rangsit University itself is the second most expensive among all universities in Thailand.

8.  Live webcam Bangkok – Mahanakhon Tower (Inactive)

Live webcam of Bangkok, which is installed in the immediate vicinity of the new attraction of the capital of Thailand – a high-rise building Mahanakhon. Official opening Mahanakhon Tower in Bangkok was held in late August 2016, so a little unusual view of the tower after six months no longer shocking to locals as was before. Since the inauguration of the tower Mahanakhon is the tallest building in Bangkok and throughout the Kingdom of Thailand, as its height is 314 meters. The construction of such a grand building with an unusual “pixel” facade was carried out for five years, but in the coming years in Bangkok, construction will be completed even more large-scale and high buildings. New webcam of Bangkok is located very close to the high-rise buildings, so it is inclined relative to the level of the horizon so that we could see maximal part of the building Makanakon (name of the tower with the Thai language means “Megapolis”).

9. Webcam Bangkok – best panoramic view (inactive)

Webcam of Bangkok with panoramic view, which transmits high-resolution image from the top of a high-rise hotel Peninsula Bangkok. Your attention is invited to look not just at certain fixed portion of the capital of Thailand with a bird’s-eye view. Due to the fact that the webcam has a pivoting system, you have the opportunity to see a very vast area of the city. This webcam is not simply rotate the right and left, as often happens in such cases, but also periodically brings the individual objects in the frame for a more detailed examination of them. Due to such effect, watch the panoramic webcam of Bangkok does not get bored at any time. Bridge over the river, facades of hotels on the opposite side of the river, the water surface with river transport – all of this can be seen in Bangkok online.

1. Live webcam Bangkok – Sukhumvit Road 

This live webcam Bangkok installed on one of the busiest streets of the city – Sukhumvit Road. It is no exaggeration to say that Sukhumvit Road is not just one of the main streets of Bangkok, but the most important street in Thailand. This is due to the fact that the length of the street Suhkumvit is more than 400 kilometers: the street starts in the center of Bangkok, passes through many cities and towns (including Pattaya, Rayong and Trat) and ends in the south of the country y border with Cambodia. With this online Bangkok webcams you will be able to see only a small section of the famous street, but even this allows us to understand how important this street for city life. From the positive features of this webcam can be noted natural colors and work around the clock.

P.S. In September 2017 were added two more live webcam Bangkok. If you have problems viewing the webcams from this list, I suggest you read the options for addressing typical issues, which are discussed on the page “Best thai webcams: cities and resorts.” I would really appreciate if someone knows more some interesting webcam Bangkok online and report it in the comments to this article. Enjoy watching!

The post The Best Webcams Bangkok (Thailand) first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Live webcams on the Koh Phangan has only recently appeared in the public domain, so i sure that the interest in them is high, not only for me, but also for the many visitors to the site. Starting today, everyone from those who have not yet  visited personally Koh Phangan, are able to get a visual representation of the some of locations of this tropical island. The first collection currently consists of five online web cameras that are located in different parts of the island, which gives a broader view of what is happening on Phangan at the current time.

Koh Phangan in Thailand is currently experiencing rapid growth in popularity, but this island still fully maintains the spirit and the atmosphere is very clean and still unspoilt by civilization tropical island. All this makes it one of the best destinations for those who want to first of all take a break from the noise of modern cities, urban smog, bustle of everyday life. However, this does not mean that you need live on Koh Phangan in huts of palm leaves. Currently, the island has many hotels, from the budget guesthouses to five-star luxury hotel with the cost of living in several hundred USD per night.

However, the natural beauty of Koh Phangan, its beaches of white sand, clean sea water in the region with rich marine life and colorful tropical vegetation are equally accessible to all, regardless of where guests spend the night of the island. And the use of special online service Hotellook, who is also looking for the best prices for hotels once all reservation system, and offering always the best final price (without any additional fees and commissions) will allow you to select a house on Phangan at the best price, taking into account all your preferences. At placed below the map you can see how many hotels and at what price you can pick on Phangan for short-term and long-term holiday on the island. Immediately you can use the price range by moving the slider at the bottom right.

Map of Koh Phangan hotels with the best prices for you

Now directly about live webcams of Koh Phangan. For your convenience, more faster downloading images and save traffic, each webcam placed on a separate page. It allows everybody to go directly to the camera, which is the most interested in at the moment. To do this, simply select one of the cells and click the link next to it. Also carousel principle organized for the convenience of visitors: a single click on the arrow above the webcam, go to the next one. And for those who do not want to view all webcams on the pages there is a link to the page where you can choose any from the list immediately.

Currently, all online webcams Phangan operate on the principle of a slide show, ie to view the video stream is not granted, and constantly successive individual frames. This frequency change images on each of the web camera is slightly different and is set by the service provider – SeeItLiveThailand, for which i expresses my gratitude for the large number of web cameras and install them in interesting places on the island and the periodic addition of new web camera from Koh Phangan. I hope that this will be continue and we can see more and more interesting webcams Koh Phangan soon.

Live webcams Koh Phangan – find your favorite!

Haad Rin Beach – Full Moon Party (Кoh Phangan) live webcam

With the help of this live webcam of Koh Phangan, you can see the most popular beach of this island – Haad Rin. This beach is world famous thanks to the Full Moon Party – monthly open air discos in Koh Phangan. It is on the full moon that tens of thousands of foreigners and local residents come to Haad Rin Beach on Koh Phangan to participate in the largest regular open-air disco in Thailand (and, possibly, throughout Southeast Asia). Using a webcam on Haad Rin Beach, we are also able to see everything that is happening on this beach in real time. Since this Koh Phangan live webcam is located in close proximity to the venue of the famous beach party, we can see all the preparations on Haad Rin Beach just a few days before the disco begins.

Koh Phangan live webcam – sea view and sunset

Since August 2020, it has become possible to see a part of Koh Phangan and a magnificent sea panorama using the new online webcam Koh Phangan. The location of this camera is the luxury hotel Bluerama Resort in the southeastern part of Koh Phangan. When you see this gorgeous infinity pool overlooking the sea in front of you, it’s hard to believe the hotel is in the 3.5 star category. But this is true and the cost of living in a very clean and pleasant bungalow is very democratic for such a place. Bluerama Hotel is located about 2 kilometers from the island’s ferry pier in Thong Sala village. Those. you can get to the hotel by taxi or motorbike from the pier in just a few minutes.

Koh Phangan Webcam – View of the of Thong Sala village

This original Koh Phangan webcam allows you to see in real time one of the most popular streets of the main island village of Thong Sala. As you can see, the street is very wide and even dozens of motorbikes that are parked on both sides of the street do not create problems for traffic. The location of this webcam is the Mandolino Pizzeria, where you can find a large number of types of pizza and other Italian dishes (pasta, bruschetta, etc.). And if you want to dine exclusively on traditional Thai food on vacation, you can visit the famous Pantip Night Food Market. You can also see the entrance to the market using this Koh Phangan webcam.

Webcam Koh Phangan – Hotel Bayshore Resort and Spa (–)

The original webcam of Koh Phangan, with the help of which you can see one of the most popular and famous beaches of the resort – Haad Rin Beach. This webcam installed in Phangan Bayshore Resort and Spa Hotel, and this webcam is located almost in the center of this beach, which in turn formed a beautiful bay in the south-eastern tip of the island. For those who do not know, I remind – exactly on Haad Rin held monthly of famous evening party of the full moon – Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan, which make this beach the most grandiose Open Air Disco in Thailand.

Webcam Koh Phangan – Maehaad Bay Resort

New webcam on Koh Phangan is located in the northwestern part of the island. Webcam mounted high above the ground, so in the lens gets large enough portion of the bay, located close to the sea Koh Maa island, covered with tropical greenery and beautiful palm trees on territory of Maehaad Bay Resort Hotel, where this web camera located. Also, in the foreground you can see the pieces of colorful and natural harmony with the surrounding landscape of the hotel buildings roof, under which there is a comfortable 4-star hotel rooms, a restaurant and other facilities, which are designed to meet the highest demands of hotel guests.

Webcam Koh Phangan: Thong Nai Pan beach

One of the best webcams on Koh Phangan is located in the north-eastern part of the island. Webcam installed in the Panviman Resort Hotel, which is located in the central part of the Thong Nai Pan beach,  which formed by the homonymous bay. Due to the fact that the beach is the most distant from the ferry piers Phangan, this part of the island ideal for a relaxing, secluded and romantic getaway. With this webcam, you can absentia to make sure that the place is really beautiful: beautiful horseshoe-shaped beach of white sand, bright blue clear water, coconut palms and other tropical vegetation on the shore – all this natural beauty will not leave anyone indifferent and forever will remain in the memory.

Webcam Phangan: Chao Phao beach and sunset

Another webcam on the island of Koh Phangan, this time located on the west coast of the island resort. Webcam installed in the three-star Hotel Sea Garden Resort, which in turn is located on the Chao Phao beach. Despite the fact that the mainland from Phangan distance is not too great, with the help of a web camera, you can only see a narrow strip of land on the horizon. A western disposition webcam allows you to admire the bright almost daily sunsets over the sea, as well as the moonlight on the waters of the Gulf of Thailand at night. One of the advantages of inexpensive Hotel Sea Garden Resort is its swimming pool, which can be seen on the front webcam plan.

Webcam Koh Phangan: Thong Sala ferry pier

With this Phangan webcam you can see the main on the island ferry pier – Thong Sala. This place is not only the arrival of a small passenger boats, but also the pier for large passenger ferry from the mainland, that provide the necessities of life on the island. To the right and left under the round roofs placed track, on which the passengers move to the pier or from it, and in the center of the screen – a platform for transport, waiting for their turn to steam. And of course, a little further you can see directly ferry that are approaching and push off from the pier to Phangan Thong Sala at the certain time. Given the fact that the local population knows the schedule of ferries, occasionally there are moments when, after the departure of the next ferry at the pier becomes a quiet and almost deserted.

At the moment it is all of available webcams of Koh Phangan, which good working around the clock.  As the search for new, they will be added to your collection. Also I must recall that on the page of each camera has a description of the place where it is installed, as well as some features of functioning, that were seen during my test for pages with Koh Phangan webcams. I wish you all a pleasant view and a memorable holiday on the tropical island of Koh Phangan in the Gulf of Thailand!

The post The Best Live Webcams of Koh Phangan (Thailand) first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Webcams Koh Samui

For your convenience, I have placed the windows with online broadcast Samui webcams in the following order: first there are cameras that are aimed at any natural attractions: the beaches of Koh Samui, the beautiful views of the sea, palm trees, mountains, etc. Rounding out the collection of a few webcams that allow watching live the life of people on the island: on the resort’s streets, in bars, hotels etc. On this page I have tried to gather all the best webcams in Koh Samui available today that offer an acceptable image quality and stable operation around the clock.

Webcams Koh Samui – you can see island’s street online

Also, I want to warn you that the island’s webcams, like most other live webcams in Thailand, during the night can not boast of high image quality due to insufficient illumination. In addition, in the dark, many of Koh Samui Web camera switches to black and white mode that makes viewing them with even more uninteresting. Therefore, all those who would like online observe the life on the island, I recommend to keep in mind the possible differences in time and that the sunset on Samui comes early enough. And you must remember that after sunset this island almost immediately plunges into darkness.

Somewhat better is the case with Web cameras, which are installed in places with good artificial light, for example, on the streets of Koh Samui, on the territory of some hotels on the island and in certain entertainment establishments. Recent often allowed to observe the life at the resort after dark without any discomfort for you. On the page of each of the webcams directly under the window of broadcast, you can find a brief description of the location on the island, where the camera is installed. There you can see the information on working time of this webcam Koh Samui, and some features of a particular camera.

Map of Koh Samui hotels at the best prices!

I draw your attention that the broadcast video stream with most cameras begins immediately after loading a new page. At the same time, in some browsers to enable viewing, you should press the virtual button “Play” (triangle). After it  video mode will begin uploading, and after a short time (usually a few seconds), you can see live video from the island. If for any reason it is not activated window, I recommend to refresh the page and try to start the event with the selected Koh Samui webcam again. If this does not work, you can try a different browser. Often problems play video from web cameras facing the owners of mobile devices (smartphones and tablets). working on the latest versions of Android, which by default does not support playback of Flash-Videos. For myself, I have this problem successfully solved, so anyone interested – please, i can help.

Also i want recall you that the majority of webcams with free access number distorts the image. This is especially noticeable in the daytime on the cameras, image transmission from the beaches and panoramic images of terrain. Usually, there is some loss of brightness, making even a sunny day at the spa appears darker than it really is. In some situations, such as when you want to see the weather in Thailand is now, using a web camera, a distortion of the brightness is able to mislead you when you do not know about the characteristic features of a web camera.

For your convenience, almost all webcams Koh Samui you can expand to full screen by clicking on the bottom right of the player on the corresponding virtual button. With the lack of high speed internet connection, you may need to wait up to a minute to load the video stream, because now all the webcam Koh Samui work in high-resolution mode.

Webcam Koh Samui – see the palm trees and beaches of the island!

Important Information about webcams Koh Samui 

Now directly about live webcams of Koh Samui. For more faster downloading video and for save traffic, each webcam placed on a separate page. It allows everybody to go directly to the camera, which is the most interested in at the moment. To do this, simply select one of the area and click the link next to it. Also was organized carousel principle for the convenience of visitors: a single click on the arrow above the webcam, go to the next one. And for those who do not want to view all webcams, under each webcam has a link to this page, where you can quickly select any of live webcams Ko Samui from the list. Thank you for the organization of broadcasting samuiwebcam!

List of the Best Webcams on Koh Samui (2023)

Crystal Bay Beach Resort – webcam Koh Samui

The most popular webcam Koh Samui is set in the hotel’s Crystal Bay Beach Resort and this live webcam broadcasts an image of one of the island’s best beaches – Laem Nan Beach, which is located in a small bay between the more well-known tourist destination Chaweng Noi and Lamai Beach. A good place web cameras installed in hotel Crystal Bay Beach Resort allows everyone to enjoy the beautiful views of the traveling waves on the shore. By the way, the special structure of the bottom of the beach allows you to see a rather rare phenomenon for the island, when the waves begin to curl and foam at a distance from the shore.

Crystal Bay Yacht Club – webcam Koh Samui

This webcam is installed on territory Crystal Bay Yacht Club, which is situated on one of the cleanest and most beautiful beaches of Koh Samui. At this beach only three hotels, but only Crystal Bay Yacht Club has its own swimming pool where you can swim in the rare days, when on the beach is too great waves for swimming in the sea. Webcam installed in the southern part of the beach, however, the lens gets almost all the territory of the beach. This means that in real time you can see not only the wide beach next to the hotel Crystal Bay Yacht Club, but also the central part of the beach area in front of a low-cost hotel Silver Beach Resort (I lived just in it). And in the background you can see buildings Crystal Bay Resort Hotel and huge fragments of rock on the shore, which makes the beach so picturesque.

View of Bangrak Beach and Ferry Pier – Koh Samui Webcam

New webcam Ko Samui, which is located in the northwestern part of this Thai island – in the area of ​​Bangrak beach and the ferry pier of the same name. The webcam is located near the small island of Ko Phan, on which one of the main cultural attractions of Ko Samui is located – the Big Buddha statue. But this particular webcam is directed in the opposite direction (east), so you can see almost the entire panorama of Bangrak Beach and the small green mountains that separate this part of the island from the Bophut beach area. You can see the area on the other side of the webcam (including Ko Phan Island with the Big Buddha statue) using another Samui webcam, which was added earlier.

Big Buddha beach – Live webcam Koh Samui

New live webcam of Koh Samui, which is located in the northeastern part of this Thai island – in the area of ​​Bangrak beach and near the Big Buddha statue (because of which this beach is also often called Big Buddha beach). is located almost on the beach, so with it you can see part of the coastline and the sandy beach itself in this area of ​​Koh Samui. Despite the fact that this online camera is not too high above the ground, we can see a large section of the Gulf of Thailand and a hilly peninsula in This small peninsula forms the natural border between Big Buddha Beach and Bophut Beach to the east. Separately, mention should be made of the installation location of this Koh Samui live webcam.

Samui West Coast and Nathon Pier – live webcam

New webcam Samui, which is located in the northwestern part of this island. This arrangement of the webcam allows us to see in real time the panorama of the west coast of the island. Given the fact that the webcam is set high on a hill, we can see about half of the entire west coast. The closest beach to the webcam is Bang Mahkam beach. A bit further is Nathon beach. In the middle part of the webcam, at the maximum distance from its location, is the northern part of Lipa Noi beach. Due to the large number of hills on the island and some rocks in the sea, we can see a very picturesque landscape at any time of the day. The location for this Samui webcam is EJBV Villa, which is located on a hill near Bang Makham beach.

Lamai Walking Street– webcam Koh Samui

One of the newest webcams Ko Samui, located in the area of Lamai Beach, which by its popularity and infrastructure in present time second, but only little bit less popular than more crowded and noisy Chaweng beach. This webcam is installed not simple on one of the streets of the village of Lamai on Koh Samui, but its very busy street – Walking Street. As with other resorts in Thailand, Walking Street this place is the main nightlife: bars, discos, shops and nightlife in general the center of all the nightlife on Lamai Beach. On the front plan web camera Lamai Walking Street  can be seen the popular convenience store Family Mart network in Thailand.

Beer bars in Lamai Beach – Koh Samui Webcam

Another interesting live webcam Koh Samui, located on the street with numerous bars near the village of Lamai on the eponymous beach of the island. The webcam is set near the nightlife center of this beach outside the east coast of Koh Samui, so it’s always interesting to watch what is happening. Most of the day with this webcam you can see that this area of ​​the island is quite busy – there is a road and there is always traffic, as well as many pedestrians. At night, due to lack of natural light, you can see in detail only what is happening near the web camera, but in the light time of day you can see much more. For example, on the right, in the foreground of this webcam, you can see one of the convenience store of the most popular in Thailand shopping network Seven Eleven.

Panoramic webcam Koh Samui – Lamai Beach Area

This is one of the most interesting live webcams of Ko Samui, which was added to our selection in March 2021. The webcam has three important features. Firstly, it is located high above sea level, and this location always provides the maximum view of a large area of ​​the island. Secondly, this webcam is not static. You can see that the webcam turns from right to left and back and according to a special algorithm to show interesting places on the island in such a way that you can see the many kilometers of coastline of Koh Samui. Third, the webcam periodically zooms in on certain objects so that you can better see the details of a particular place.

Live webcam Lamai beach – Panoramic view!

A new webcam on the east side of Koh Samui, which allows you to see one of the most popular beaches on this island in real time. The big advantage of this Samui webcam is that it is located directly on the beach of light yellow sand, and you can see the sea just a few meters from the webcam. And during a turbulent sea, the waves reach the place above which this Samui webcam is located on Lamai Beach. In addition, the webcam rotates slowly, and you can see almost the entire panorama of Lamai Beach, the total length of which is about 4 km. This webcam is located on the territory of the famous Baobab restaurant, which many guests of Samui consider to be one of the best restaurants in this resort.

Live View of Lamai beach – Koh Samui webcam

New webcam on the east coast of Koh Samui, which allows you to see in real time most of the popular Lamai beach. This is the second most popular beach of Koh Samui, which is located south of Chaweng Beach and has a length of about 4.5 kilometers (taking into account the section of the beach that is located behind the Grandmother and Grandfather rocks. This Ko Samui webcam is located directly in the beach area and is slightly turned to north, so we have the opportunity to see the entire coastline of the island from the center of Lamai beach to a small promontory in the north, which is the natural border between Lamai and Chaweng beaches. The location of this webcam is a popular establishment – the beach cafe Richie Beach.

Koh Samui Chaweng webcam – Hard Rock and Hooters

Another webcam on Koh Samui, which is located in the popular Chaweng Beach area on the east side of the island. This is the northern part of Chaweng Beach, which is located close to Samui Airport and the island’s largest inland water reservoir, Chaweng lake. On the right you can see a busy road, on which cars and motorbikes drive 24 hours a day. There are a lot of tourists here, because this street is called Chaweng Beach Road – the beach street of Chaweng. Those. This is the first street from the sea, where there are many hotels, shops, cafes and restaurants, including the famous ones. First of all, it’s about Hard Rock cafe and Hooters.

Tropical Murphy’s pub – webcam Koh Samui

The webcam provides live broadcast from Irish bar-restaurant called Tropical Murphy’s. In 2016 view from webcam was replaced. Earlier in the foreground were several round bar tables, which usually employed-European visitors. Also earlier you could see motorcycle parking along the street at the bar and part of the roadway, traffic on which in the evening is enlivened considerably. And as visitors in the bar during the day was a little, watch this webcam Koh Samui was more interesting only after dark. But in present time you can see a lot more at any time of the day. Moreover, this is one of the few webcams of the island, which can be viewed around the clock and at any time of the image will be clear and detailed.

Koh Samui live cam – Tropical Murphy’s bar 2

Koh Samui webcam, which is located in the Irish bar-restaurant Tropical Murphy’s, is very popular with viewers even during the low tourist season. Therefore, a second webcam from this bar was recently added, which has a lot in common with the first. The main difference is that the webcam is turned in the opposite direction, so you can see the part of Chaweng Beach Road that runs south from the Tropical Murphy’s bar. As a result, you can quickly switch between two webcams and see everything that happens next to this Irish pub. The convenient location and good street lighting allow you to watch this webcam at any time of the day and in any weather.

Panoramic webcam Koh Samui – Banyan Tree Samui Resort

The newest webcam on Koh Samui (Thailand), which will allow us to see in real time a stretch of coast on the south-east coast. The main distinguishing feature of this webcam is its rotary mechanism. Thanks to that, we can see much more, because the webcam Samui periodically changes the camera angle and make zoom. Banyan Three Samui Resort it is five-star hotel has a large private area and a small detached beach in the northern part of Lamai Beach. The beach is not very big, but very picturesque and its size is enough for all hotel guests and rare guests from outside. Since the webcam is installed on a hill, it can see almost the entire hotel area and the site of the Gulf of Thailand in this part of Koh Samui.

Live webcam Koh Samui – Choeng Mon beach

The original webcam of Koh Samui, which is located in the Choeng Mon beach area. This beach is formed by a small lagoon, which, in turn, is located on a large promontory in the northeastern part of Ko Samui. Koh Samui International Airport is located just a few kilometers to the southwest and separates this large headland from the main part of Koh Samui. The webcam is placed directly in the beach area, at a low altitude from sea level. This allows you to get some beach feeling and more enjoyable viewing. Choeng Mon beach is one of the most convenient on Koh Samui for families with children, because because of the relief of the coastline, there are rarely big waves here.

Webcam Koh Samui – view of the Green Mango Club

A new live webcam on Koh Samui, which allows you to see in real time one of the largest and most popular nightclubs – Green Mango. This nightclub is located in one of the main nightlife centers on Koh Samui, so the entire street on which this nightclub is located is also called Soi Green Mango. However, nearby there are other nightclubs – clubs and beer bars, which are also very popular with tourists and local residents. At the same time, many nightly establishments on Soi Green Mango have very original interiors and unique concepts. For example, in the interior of the Green Mango Club on Samui, the idea of ​​this large tropical tree is traced, surrounded by several bar racks and dance floors on several levels. This webcam Samui is located on the facade of another popular holiday destination – a cafe with the original name of Sweet Soul.

Webcam Koh Samui – View of Galaxy A Go Go (Chaweng)

Another new webcam in Thailand on Koh Samui, which allows everyone to see in real time a small street of Green Mango and entertainment facilities located on it. The webcam is installed on the facade of the Sweet Soul nightclub (you can read about this club in the description of the previous webcam) and is turned towards the main resort street – Chaweng Beach Road. Soi Green Mango is very narrow lane and, as a rule, it is used only as a street for pedestrians and motorbikes. However, cars that serve nightlife on the street, can also be seen with this webcam Koh Samui in the daytime. By the way, unlike a number of other online cameras on the island, webcams on Soi Green Mango are better to watch after sunset on Koh Samui, or even better – after 22:00 hours in Thai time.

Webcam Koh Samui: view from the hotel Vikasa Yoga (inactive)

The original webcam Koh Samui, located in a complex of villas Vikasa Yoga on the rocky shore between Chaweng and Chaweng Noi. This webcam is installed high above sea level, so with it you can see a very large part of the eastern coast of the island. Also, with this webcam, you can quickly and easily assess the weather situation at the resort. More precisely, you can only see the weather on the east coast of Koh Samui, because the weather in different parts of the island can be quite different and you have to get used to it: it is often somewhere in the rain and on a nearby beach the sun shines brightly. I really like this webcam Koh Samui. I can even say that it is one of the most beloved.

Amazing view from the Santi Thani hotel (inactive)

New webcam Koh Samui, which is set high on a hill in a gray-western part of the island, the hotel Santi Thani. Scenic view, which opens out, comprises a large portion of the Gulf of Thailand, including located nearby Koh Samu but not yet lived-and a not yet so popular island of Koh Phangan (Thailand). By the way, on the pages of Thai-Rest.com  you can also find the best webcams Ko Phangan. In the foreground of the Samui webcam can be seen beautiful villas and bungalows on the slopes of a steep hill, steep footpaths, and that is the norm on the tropical island of Koh Samui, a lot of coconut trees and other exotic trees.

Chaweng Buri Resort – webcam Koh Samui (inactive)

Very quality webcam Koh Samui, installed in Сhaweng Buri Resort Hotel, allow online to enjoy the territory of the said hotel, which is located in a very convenient location on the island – on the first line in the center of the most popular and large Chaweng Beach. On the front web camera plan can be seen the original form pool, which is located practically on the beach. Next to the pool – comfortable chairs and umbrellas, where you can comfortably relax in the periods when the waves on the beach is too dangerous for swimming, as it happens in the rainy season in Thailand on the island or temporarily there is not very good weather.

View to Koh Phangan – webcam Koh Samui

Another webcam Koh Samui is located on the north coast, one of the highest hills of the resort. Such an arrangement does not allow to enjoy the beaches and located directly on the coast of tropical trees, but it allows you to enjoy the magnificent sea view and picturesque villas and bungalows, immersed in the greenery of the island. Thanks to high-quality color reproduction and good resolution web camera, it can help to see the weather on the island in real time, as well as to evaluate the amount of precipitation during the rainy season in Thailand on Koh Samui, which starts on the island towards the end of the year.

View to Bangrak and Big Buddha – Samui webcam (Thailand)

This new Samui webcam is located in the northeastern part of the island, in the Bangrak beach area. The main part of this beach is located a bit to the west, on the other side of one of the main attractions of Koh Samui – the Big Buddha statue. You can see this gilded monument with the help of this webcam in the left part of the playback window. Since the webcam is directed to the north-west, with its help we can see a large portion of the Gulf of Thailand in the Samui region, as well as part of the mountain range in the northern part of this island. In addition, there are small islands located a few kilometers from Samui, which are also visible on the horizon. To start the broadcast, you must click on the arrow in the center of the screen. The place where this webcam is installed is Tango Lux Beach Villa – 4-star hotel on the first line.

View from Villa Moon Shadow – webcam Koh Samui

This web camera installed on the territory of Villa Moon Shadow, therefore  webcam provides a broad overview of the Gulf of Thailand and the coastline of Koh Samui. Webcam installed in the area of Chaweng Noi, but at some distance from the sea – on a high hill, which is completely overgrown with coconut palms and other tropical greenery. I added a broadcasting of this web camera to the site due to the fact that it provides a fairly clear idea about the weather on the island of Koh Samui. After all, a webcam has good color and demonstrates not only the state of water in the Gulf of Thailand, and the sky over the eastern part of the island. If you look closely, at the foot of the hill you will notice the road that runs through the entire beach of Chaweng.

Webcam Koh Samui – view of the Green Mango Club

A new live webcam on Koh Samui, which allows you to see in real time one of the largest and most popular nightclubs – Green Mango. This nightclub is located in one of the main nightlife centers on Koh Samui, so the entire street on which this nightclub is located is also called Soi Green Mango. However, nearby there are other nightclubs – clubs and beer bars, which are also very popular with tourists and local residents. At the same time, many nightly establishments on Soi Green Mango have very original interiors and unique concepts. For example, in the interior of the Green Mango Club on Samui, the idea of ​​this large tropical tree is traced, surrounded by several bar racks and dance floors on several levels. This webcam Samui is located on the facade of another popular holiday destination – a cafe with the original name of Sweet Soul.

Webcam Koh Samui – View of Galaxy A Go Go (Chaweng)

Another new webcam in Thailand on Koh Samui, which allows everyone to see in real time a small street of Green Mango and entertainment facilities located on it. The webcam is installed on the facade of the Sweet Soul nightclub (you can read about this club in the description of the previous webcam) and is turned towards the main resort street – Chaweng Beach Road. Soi Green Mango is very narrow lane and, as a rule, it is used only as a street for pedestrians and motorbikes. However, cars that serve nightlife on the street, can also be seen with this webcam Koh Samui in the daytime. By the way, unlike a number of other online cameras on the island, webcams on Soi Green Mango are better to watch after sunset on Koh Samui, or even better – after 22:00 hours in Thai time.

Chaweng Beach live webcam Koh Samui (1080p)

New original webcam of Koh Samui island in Thailand, which allows everyone to see in real-time the most popular beach of this tropical island – Chaweng beach. The webcam is located in the eastern part of Samui, about one kilometer from the airport. Since the webcam is located almost on the beach, it allows you to admire the beautiful Chaweng Beach. You can see beach chairs, soft white sand and beautiful sea in the area of ​​Koh Samui. And since this webcam is located on Chaweng Beach, i.e. on the east coast of Samui, the camera is perfect for watching the island dawn in real time. Unlike some other Samui webcams, this camera does not always work around the clock, sometimes only during daylight hours (from dawn to dusk in Thailand).

Unfortunately, some interesting webcams Ko Samui stopped broadcasting at the beginning of 2016. It was webcams from several hotels in the north and east of the island, the webcam from the popular Chaweng Beach. Also now you no longer find Samui webcam from Starz Cabaret, with which previously it was possible to see a beautiful show of transvestites on the island.  Therefore I removed the inactive webcams from the page. I hope this is temporary. Also in the near future you can find here webcams Koh Samui from Lamai Beach. Stay tuned and enjoy!

The post Webcams Koh Samui – best selection! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

The essence of the Pattaya Move On scheme is the possibility of foreign tourists arriving at the Pattaya resort from countries with a low incidence of Covid-19 and who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 with a certified vaccine. At the same time, it is planned to establish a maximum vaccine validity period of no more than 12 months from the date of the last injection. Children under 12 years old will be able to come to Pattaya without any additional conditions, but they will have to stay with their parents at all times. And children between the ages of 12 and 18 will need to provide a negative Covid-19 certificate based on a test taken no later than 72 hours before departure to Thailand.

The second rule, causing the maximum number of questions, is the place of residence of foreign tourists. It is assumed that they will only be required to reside in the Sattahip and Bang Lamung districts. In this case, we are talking about a limited list of hotels that will have a SHA (Safety and Health Administration) certificate. For 7 days, foreigners will be able to participate in a limited number of activities, the list of which will include a visit to the beach and some other activities permitted by local authorities. On the fifth day of stay in Pattaya, every foreigner will be required to take a new test for Covid-19. If the test result is negative, foreigners will be able to visit other areas of the province from the 7th day of their stay in the country until the end of the vacation.

An important element of the plan is the mass vaccination of local residents, which should reach 70% by October 2021. Currently, the vaccination rate in Thailand is not very high, but from June 7, it is planned to accelerate the rate of vaccination many times over. According to the plan, this requires the use of about 900 thousand doses of the vaccine. Another condition for the approval of the Pattaya Move On plan is the success of a similar plan for receiving foreign tourists in Phuket. On this tropical island, the tourist season is planned to open from July 1, so in 3 months it will be possible to draw the necessary conclusions about the effectiveness of such a plan and make some adjustments.

Covid-19 Vaccination Center in Pattaya

It should be noted that this plan is not final and can be changed at any time (which has already happened several times since the beginning of the pandemic). Also, such important questions as the movement of tourists remained unanswered. For example, will foreigners be transported from airports by special transport or will they get there on their own? Will foreigners who own real estate in Pattaya be able to stay in their own apartments for 7 days or will they also be required to stay in hotels? Finally, the list of events and places that foreign tourists will be able to visit during the first 7 days in the Kingdom is not clear.

In most of the thematic forums, foreigners were disappointed with the current plan. According to the authorities, the Pattaya Move On plan will eliminate the mandatory quarantine for foreigners. But in fact, foreigners will not be able to use the hotel search at the best price and will be required to stay in special hotels from a limited list. And, most importantly, foreigners are convinced that the cost of these hotels will be as high as the price of expensive hotels for a 14-day quarantine at present. In addition, it is not yet clear whether tourists will be able to move freely or will be limited to visiting the beach and hotel grounds. In the latter case, it is very strange to talk about the abolition of quarantine, because we are not talking about any freedom of movement and choice of place of residence.

Finally, the likelihood of new outbreaks of infection after the arrival of thousands of workers from remote provinces in Pattaya, who will certainly come to the resort after its opening for mass tourism, is a serious concern. If such workers are found to be unvaccinated, this will greatly reduce the overall vaccination rate in Pattaya. And with the next outbreak of the virus, strict quarantine measures may be introduced again for everyone, including tourists. Do you like the current Pattaya Move On plan or do you find it too strict and unacceptable for foreigners? Write in the comments.

The post To Pattaya without quarantine from October 2021 first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Of course, it is not difficult to find flower delivery services in Bangkok on the Internet. Search engines offer dozens of local and international flower delivery services. But I was unpleasantly surprised by the cost of the bouquets, which turned out to be much higher than I expected. I am not a wealthy person and I always try to choose goods and services with the best value for money, so for several hours I looked and compared all the options available.

The highest prices were found for international flower delivery services. Probably due to the presence of intermediaries and high advertising costs. A bouquet of 12 red roses, which I wanted to order for the anniversary of my acquaintance with a Thai girl, was priced from 2090 to 2693 THB. At the same time, some bouquets were made of small roses, and when choosing larger flowers, the cost became even higher. And about half of the options found did not include the cost of flower delivery in Bangkok. And this is an additional 150-300 THB.

Gallery of bouquets on the flower delivery site Flowers-Bangkok (photo from the store’s website)

The only option that stood out favorably from the others I found at the local flower shop Flowers-Bangkok.com. This store offered a bouquet of 12 roses for just THB 1,680 and included free shipping in the city. According to the description, Flowers-Bangkok uses large premium roses with long stems to create the bouquet. Since the price seemed to me very attractive (compared to other stores), I began to carefully study the reviews. The bouquet of 12 roses was in the bestseller category and all the reviews were positive.

After a short correspondence with the managers (I wrote to e-mail in English and received answers in the same language), I decided and ordered a bouquet of 12 roses for my girlfriend. I was assured of safety by the fact that the store accepts Paypal and in case of any problems I could dispute the payment and return the entire amount. It’s worth noting here that I was counting on free shipping in Bangkok as stated on the store’s website. But it turned out that the area where my girlfriend lives and works (near Don Muang Airport) belongs to the suburbs of Bangkok and I was forced to pay +149 THB for delivery.

So my advice is this: choose girls who live or work in the central areas of the city :). In my case, the distance from the store to the place of delivery exceeded 30 km, so the flower delivery cost was quite adequate. The total cost of the bouquet with delivery turned out to be 1,829 THB and this is in any case a lower price than the other options I studied. The quoted price also included a greeting card with my message, which I added during checkout. The process was simple and required me to provide my name and email address, as well as the delivery address and recipient’s phone number. By the way, most international flower deliveries charge an additional fee for the greeting card.

Lovely bouquet for my lovely girlfriend in Bangkok

During checkout you can choose a delivery date (there is delivery on the same day when ordering before 15:00) and a convenient time for delivery. Ferrero Rocher chocolate could be added to the bouquet, but in my case it was superfluous (the girl doesn’t like it). If we talk about the bouquet, the girl was delighted. The flowers were really fresh and large, and the bouquet looked very expensive and solid. I don’t know what I would get when choosing a bouquet for 2600 THB in other stores, but I don’t think I could get a better result. By the way, this photo was sent to me from the store before sending it to the recipient. In fact, the bouquet is larger than it appears in this photo.

After successful delivery, I received an email from the store with a 6% discount coupon for my next order. Since I was completely satisfied with the service and the result, I will definitely use Flowers-Bangkok’s services in the future and such a discount will be a pleasant bonus. To make my review as objective as possible, I can point out a small drawback of the Flowers-Bangkok flower delivery service. Unfortunately, they only deliver bouquets and gifts in Bangkok and the nearest neighboring provinces. Therefore, I could not send flowers to my another good friend who lives in Phuket.

Also, some may not like the choice of flowers: the store specializes in large roses, but the choice of other flowers is limited. In the shop page I saw only gerberas, sunflowers and bouquets of some small inflorescences, the names of which I did not remember. On the other hand, roses are the most popular flowers. And I am sure that many men prefer to order roses for their beloved Thai girls or wives. Therefore, I can safely recommend the flower delivery service in Bangkok Flowers-Bangkok to get the maximum result at the lowest price.

The post Affordable flower delivery in Bangkok first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Live webcams Pattaya

I draw your attention to the fact that the duration of daylight in Pattaya due to the resort’s location in the tropics is much smaller than many of us are used to. The quality of the pictures online in night-time webcams Pattaya is not as high as during the day, especially when the objects which are subject to the camera, poorly lit. Also, be aware of the possible and the difference of time zone between Thailand and your current location. Those, if you live eg in the Europe, USA or Canada, an attempt to assess the situation at the resort with one of the webcams Pattaya in the evening may fail due to the fact that in this time already deep night in Pattaya.

A detailed description of each of Pattaya live webcams can be read directly under it. I try to post on this site, only those cameras that transmit images of acceptable quality and are working around the clock, or a strictly defined schedule. If you do not yet have an accurate picture of the major urban areas of Pattaya, I recommend to read the article Districts of Pattaya. Map and description. Also, in order to better represent the location of each of the online web cameras, you can see a selection of city maps indicating New maps of Pattaya with areas and hotels.

Nearly all webcams are automatically started when you open the page. Occasionally it is necessary in some browsers to run the broadcast click on the icon “Play” (triangle) in the player’s window. Also, the image from some webcams you can expand to fill the screen, but it can lead to an increase in load time video stream. If play does not occur, or is issued a warning about the absence of the required plug-in, I advise you to get acquainted with ways of solving the problem on the page “Online webcam in Thailand”. The most common problem is solved by installing Adobe Flash player in your browser.

UPDATED:

With the increase in the number of webcams Pattaya, the organization of the page has been changed. To speed up the loading of web cameras in order to save traffic, most of them were placed on separate pages. Go to any of webcams which available for viewing, you can clicking on the links below.  When you opened any of the first 9 Pattaya webcams at the links below, you will be able to move quickly to viewing the following web cameras via a single click (the arrow at the top of the page): This carousel principle organized for the convenience of visitors. Also on each page of the webcams pattaya you can find a text describing and showing the location of the resort.

As well  on every page of Pattaya webcams you can find a link to this page, where you can choose the webcam Pattaya from the list available for viewing online. Finally, I want to warn at once that webcam at Pattaya Walking Street (2 pcs) and the webcam overlooking the Bay of Pattaya (3 pieces) – available only on direct links (at the bottom of the page).

List of live webcams Pattaya (2020)

1. Pattaya webcam – Jomtien Beach and Pattaya park

★ New live webcam in Pattaya is set in one of the skyscrapers in the southern part of the resort and allows to survey the terrain in the area of one of the cleanest beaches in the city Pattaya – Jomtien beach. In 2016 field of view was markedly enhanced by the fact that the webcam Pattaya has been turned over to the sea. Therefore, in addition to the trees on the coastal street and the sea with the islands, you can see the tower of the hotel Pattaya Park, where, if desired, you may come down on bungee for a fee. Also with the help of the online camera as before you can watch the sunset, when yellow sun disk quickly sliding down behind the horizon to islands, located close to Pattaya (previously it was possible to make with the help of a web camera to Jomtien, which now does not exist, and that was established in the southern part of the beach and the title also turned towards the sea. at night, the web camera switches to black and white mode.

2. Live Webcam Pattaya – Central beach and Beach Road 

★ New webcam Pattaya, set in the famous Pattaya Beach Road.  This webcam also on a separate page of my website because of the impossibility of correct broadcast together with other cameras of this collection. The camera operates around the clock and provides an overview of Pattaya Bay, directly Beach Road and the nearest hotels. With high-quality color reproduction, this webcam can not only see what is happening in the central part of the Beach streets of the city, but also get an idea of the weather in this area of Pattaya. Yes, I happened to mention it was part of the city, not the resort as a whole, because the weather in Pattaya is very original, and if in the north of the city is a little rain, and in the central Pattaya – tropical downpour, near the main pier Bali Hai you can see the sun can shine. Do not believe me – see for yourself, and leading online broadcasting webcam Pattaya will help you with this.

3. Live Webcam North Pattaya – hotel and beach

★ Interesting online webcam installed in the northern part of Pattaya, in the territory of the high class hotel – at Long Beach Garden Hotel & Spa, which has 4 stars and is located in Wong Amat beach. Due to the fact that the area of the hotel stretches to the beach, one of the purest in Pattaya, and thanks to modern rooms and a high level of guest service, you can be sure that the hotel has a high average rating of guests reviews.  And given the fact that in it the price is quite democratic, all who wish to settle in the Naklua area of Pattaya advise necessarily look at it in more detail. Incidentally, the availability rooms and the cost of living on your dates, you can quickly check using special widget placed below. This pattaya webcam situated high above the ground level, therefore using this webcam Pattaya online you can see quite a vast area (not only hotel, but beach and sea too).

4. The Zign Hotel webcam – North Pattaya (Live) 

★ Another new online webcam in North Pattaya, on the territory of 5-star hotel  – Zign Hotel, which is situated in the most northern beach of resort – Hat Wong Phra Chan (Wong Phra Chan beach). You can find more information about  this beach, which is especially good at high tide, in a separate article – All of Pattaya beaches – Detailed description. Due to the fact that the territory of this hotel is located directly at the border of the beach, and also thanks to comfortable rooms and a high level of guest service, hotel has a high average rating of 7.2 points out of 10. And given the fact that the price is quite democratic for a hotel of this class , all who wish to settle in The Zign Hotel advise necessarily look at it in more detail. Incidentally, the availability rooms and the cost of living on your dates, you can quickly check in using a special widget which placed below.

5. Bali Hai Pier – Pattaya live webcam

★ Good webcam in Pattaya, situated at the beginning of the main boat pier in Pattaya – Bali Hai Pier. The camera broadcasts around the clock, at the same time thanks to the fairly good coverage even at night, all the surrounding panorama of the pier and the Gulf of Thailand in Pattaya area clearly visible. Webcam Pattaya pier begins to play a video stream automatically, without the need to press any buttons in the player window. In the foreground of this webcam Pattaya City can be seen a long pier with moored to it speedboats that periodically sail to nearby islands and sea fishing. Incidentally, the details about the order of use, and cost of pattaya speedboats you can find in the article How to quickly get to the island of Koh Lan from Pattaya. At the far the plan where the Bali Hai pier in Pattaya goes left, much more than the accumulation of massive ships: there is big passenger ferries.

6. Central Pattaya Bay – Live webcam

★ On the page is represented by one of the new webcams Pattaya, which allows you to watch the central part of the famous Thai resort, regardless of where you are now: in Thailand, or at the other end of our planet. This live webcam located so that in the field of her vision gets a very significant portion of Central Pattaya, as well as almost all area of the main bay of the resort, including the city’s main Bali Hai Pier, which is used by locals and tourists for visiting the coral island Ko Larn in the Gulf of Thailand. New webcam perfectly complements the previously added to the Thai-Rest.com live webcams in Pattaya. A placement of this live webcam – is a area one of viewing point of Pattaya, which you can find near the  famous glow in the dark colored inscription “Pattaya – City”. When you watch this webcam, you have the opportunity to see in real time almost 90% territory of the Pattaya Bay.

7. Sea view from Siam@Siam Design Hotel Pattaya

★ OThis webcam in Pattaya allows to admire the water area of the Gulf of Siam in the central part of the resort and its surroundings. Live webcam located at the Siam @ Siam Design Hotel Pattaya, which is located close to the northern part of central Pattaya. In the foreground – the hotel pool located on the roof of the building and allows guests not only to sunbathe and swim, but also to observe the surroundings at the same time for many kilometers away. Even looking at the picture with a webcam, you can make sure that the views are truly spectacular and exciting. Because of the location, the best picture with the new Pattaya webcam achieved in the morning in Thailand, when the sun stains the water in the Gulf of Thailand in the vibrant colors and at sunset, when the sun slips below the horizon right in the center of the web of the playback window chamber.

8. View of the Wongamat beach – webcam Pattaya

★ This webcam is mounted on a high-rise hotel Cape Dara Resort, located on the shores of the Gulf of Thailand near the northern part of Pattaya. The camera focused on Wongamat beach, and provides an excellent overview of the coastline, including the entire area for swimming, a small pier, green areas on the beach and a chain of modern high-rise buildings. A distinctive feature of this web camera in Pattaya is a periodic change of perspective: general view of the beach can be replaced by a more detailed view of the central part of the beach. For more detail review of beach, you have to wait 1-2 minutes. Then you will see Wongamat scourge from all its angles.  Confirmation that the camera broadcasts online, is located in the upper part of the image information line with the current date and time.

9. Live webcam Pattaya – Central beach

★ Like the previous Pattaya webcam, this is broadcast from the top floor of Cape Dara Resort Hotel, but this camera rolled in the opposite direction – to the main beach of Pattaya-City, having a length of about 3 km. You can admire the rolling waves, multiple high-speed boats, banana and jet ski, ride on which prefer active tourists. With this live webcam you can also see lovers admire the sea and the central beach of the resort from the air, hovering above the water surface by parachute. In the background can be seen the city’s main pier in Pattaya, where you can quickly get to the island of Koh Lan, the outlines of which, in turn, can also be seen on the background of the resort’s webcams. With the widget you can less than a minute to check the availability of rooms in a luxury hotel Cape Dara Resort, which has a rating of 8.5 points out of 10, based on more than 3,500 responses.

10. Pattaya webcam – view of the sea and Koh Larn island

★ A new live webcam in Pattaya, which is located in the southern part of this resort town. Thanks to the installation of the web camera at high altitude, we can see the extensive panorama of Pattaya in the vicinity of the Pattaya Park hotel. It is in this area that the a boundary between Pratamnak and Jomtien ranges. The hotel itself is known as one of the tallest buildings in the resort and, in combination, a small water park with an amusement park. However, the main feature of this webcam is that. that with her help we can watch the sun go down over the Gulf of Thailand. Despite the fact that Pattaya is located in the tropics, the duration of daylight hours differs in summer and winter. This means that the place of sunset over the horizon is also different. However, the location of this webcam allows you to see the sunset at any time of the year.

11. Soi Buakhao Pattaya webcam – The Queen’s Arms bar

★ A new street-based live webcam in Pattaya, which is located in the central part of the resort. The place of installation of this camera is the sports bar The Queen’s Arms, which belongs to the network of sports bars Retox Group. The new sports bar was opened in 2017 and it is located on the famous Soi Buakhao (Soi Buakhao), which is located between Second Rd and Third Rd in Pattaya. This area is known primarily among those foreigners who live in Pattaya for a long time and prefer to live in inexpensive hotels and private apartments. As you can see with this Pattaya webcam, Soi Buakhao is an important transport artery of the city, therefore, almost at any time of the day and night, there is an active traffic movement, consisting not only of private cars and motobikes, but also public transport – passenger pickups.

Webcam Pattaya – Soi LK Metro (live camera №1) (inactive)

★ Live webcam in Pattaya, located in the alley LK Metro (Soi LK Metro), which in a relatively short time become a competitor of the famous pedestrian street of the resort – Pattaya Walking Street. In an alley a large number of Go Go bars, with prices on drinks and other services more democratic than in similar establishments on the Walking Street, so that experienced travelers are increasingly choosing just the specified alley for a pleasant stay in the resort. This webcam Pattaya is broadcast around the clock overlooking the popular Go Go Sugar-Sugar. Soi LK Metro comes alive after dark, but during the day it quite lively too. Also in the foreground can be seen a small parking under the awning – place for taxi- motorbikes. The image from the webcam is of good quality, both in detail and in color. Enjoy watching this webcam Pattaya!

 Webcam Pattaya – Soi LK Metro (live camera №2) (inactive)

★ In the aforementioned alley LK Metro, there is one more web cam in Pattaya, but a joint broadcast images from both cameras on the page is not entirely correct, so that all who wish to observe the active life on the other side of the alley can do it on a separate page. For those who have not yet visited the alley LK-Metro and who still not knows: what it is and where it’s, i try  briefly explain what this not big, in general, the  alley over the past few years has become a real center of nightlife in Central Pattaya (You must remember that the famous Walking Street is already South Pattaya, which is described in the article “Districts Pattaya: description and location on the map”). When you open this Pattaya webcam, you can see the A Go Go under the name Champagne. At the forefront of the online webcam Pattaya, ie One of the most popular and well-known institutions of the alley. The camera operates around the clock, but in the afternoon it is common Pattaya street, and only after dark alley transformed, illuminated neon signs and the number of pedestrians increases manifold.

Soi Lengkee – live webcam Pattaya (inactive)

★ On the page you can find new webcam Pattaya online, which operates around the clock and starts automatically when the page loads (in some browsers to run you must click on the button “Play” (the triangle in the center of the screen). This webcam Pattaya located on Soi Lengkee – a small side street near the new center of nightlife resort -. LK Metro and Soi Buakhao. Specific placement of the camera – at the Retox Sport bar and is directed to the side street so that in the field visibility most of Soi Lengkee. You can see the roadway, narrow sidewalks and buildings. I am think, every Pattaya tourist must know: Soi Lengkee is very popular with budget travelers, because most of the buildings there, almost directly adjacent to each other on the whole length of the alley, which are small hotels and guest houses that delight very affordable prices with a pretty good living conditions.

The post The best Pattaya webcams on one page! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

I’ll note right away that if your child is very small, then like in all other resorts of the world without exception, the kid will have to entertain either on his own or you need use special animators for small children. If the children in Pattaya are a bit older, i.e. age of three years or more, then you should not worry about relaxing with kids in this resort at all. Moreover, in all of Thailand there is no other resort where the issue of relaxing with children would be thought out as carefully as in Pattaya.

Holidays with children in Pattaya: visiting excursions

The excursion program in Pattaya can be envied by many other popular world resorts, especially since many such excursions not only allow you to look at exotic animals, fish, butterflies, birds, but also become witnesses of fascinating theatrical performances and performances in which all kinds of animals are involved. Going to Pattaya with your kids, you can be sure that they will like the performances of elephants playing football and basketball, like giraffes and little cubs, which your kids can not only stroke, but also hold on your lap, feeding milk from a bottle.

Children of a slightly older age are likely to be interested in shows with snakes and crocodile shows, a visit to the butterfly park and an orchid park, a visit to the Pattaya dolphinarium and the oceanarium, which contains interesting inhabitants of the deep sea. In order not to repeat myself, in this article I will not describe where and what is described above: in more detail you can read about this in a separate article, “The Best Excursions in Pattaya: Description and Prices”. I can only add that you can save up to 60% of your money on entry tickets, excursions and transportation in Pattaya and other countries of the world if you use the Klook service and order everything online in your first language.

Pattaya has many shows with animal for children

In addition, there are a number of excursions that may be of interest to both kids and adults. For example, an excursion to the Kwai River, which includes such interesting places for children as swimming in the crystal clear Erawan waterfall with exotic fish and rafting in special vests along the river (for children from 5 years old). Children in Pattaya can also be taken to the grandiose Safari World Zoo in the vicinity of the Thai capital, the tiger zoo in Siracha (Siracha Tiger Zoo), the Khao Kheo Open Zoo and other interesting places in the vicinity of Pattaya and Bangkok.

To Pattaya with a child: adventures parks

Almost all children in Pattaya will certainly beg you to visit one of the amusement parks that they are likely to hear about from other children vacationing with you in one of the family hotels in Pattaya. With the amusement parks in Pattaya, everything is also in order, more precisely not in Pattaya itself, but closer to Bangkok, but even small children can endure the hour and a half bus ride, not to mention the older children. Going on vacation with kids to Pattaya, you should be prepared for the fact that you have to take them to the Dream World, which is rightly called the Asian Disneyland.

In addition to the attractions for children of all ages (and adults too), this park constantly hosts performances for the youngest, theatrical parades with the participation of cartoon characters, performances of stuntmen, dynamic scenes from real action movies, etc. Discounted Dream World tickets can also be bought at Klook. By the way, in the vicinity of Bangkok there is another amusement park called Siam Park Adventure.

This park is known for its huge water zone, one of the largest swimming pools with artificial waves in the world, as well as attractions that are designed more for older children, so if you are going to Pattaya with a child older than 10-12 years old and you want to not only entertain him, but also to get vivid impressions for yourself, I advise you to choose this particular park. Whatever recreation park you choose, I advise you either to go there yourself and as early as possible, or choose excursions where you are guaranteed a greater amount of time to visit the parks, because most likely the children will not want to return to Pattaya, until they will finish watching everything and tryed every rides.

Large amusement parks are located near Bangkok

If the bus crossings do not attract you or are poorly tolerated by your children, there is an alternative option with attractions that has already been appreciated by many children in Pattaya and their parents. I immediately warn you that despite the lack of the need to move to another city, you won’t save much, because the attractions in the Pattaya Royal Garden Plaza shopping center are the most modern, so they are not cheap. However, when buying tickets for the whole family through Klook service, you can save a lot of money. In this article, you can clarify the location of the Royal Garden Plaza shopping center in Pattaya, find out the cost of tickets and get an idea of ​​the attractions there.

Water Parks for kids in Pattaya

In cases where you do not want to spend the whole day visiting any excursions and want to spend as much time as possible in the sun by the water, it makes sense to visit the water park in Pattaya, located on the territory of the Pattaya Park Hotel. Entrance to the water park is paid for everyone, including tourists living in the hotel, but it is very democratic and is only 60 baht for children (growth below 1 meter) and 100 baht for adults. The water park is known for its high water slides as well as a large ring-shaped pool.

The territory of the water park is well ennobled, and in addition to the slides and pools on the territory there are a sauna, a jacuzzi, a fitness center, jogging paths, a diving center and other entertainments. As a result, both adults and children can relax there and use their health benefits. If rest with children in Pattaya has already tired you a little and you just want to relax a bit from them, sunbathe and swim – the water park of Pattaya Park Hotel is a great place for this. While the children frolic on the water slides, you can sunbathe and relax under the umbrellas on the sun loungers by the pool, drinking Thai beer or chilled soft drinks in Thailand, tasty and healthy.

If you are going to Pattaya with children and want to visit real modern water parks in the Pattaya area, I recommend the ultra-modern Ramayana water park for this, which was opened in April 2016. This water park is located just 15 km from Pattaya and amazes with its grand size, a set of water slides, as well as other water attractions for adults and kids in Pattaya. Of course, its cost is much higher than the cost of Pattaya Park water park, but it should be borne in mind that huge amounts of money are invested in the object and the result at the exit is impressive.

A big advantage of the Ramayana water park in Pattaya is the relatively small number of visitors. For this reason, there are almost no queues on the water slides and you can use them as often as you want. An alternative to the Ramayana water park is Pattaya’s second major water park – Cartoon Network. It was built before, but is still an interesting holiday destination for children and adults. You can also buy entrance tickets to both water parks with a good discount using the international service Klook.

Beach holidays with children in Pattaya

If you live away from the sea, rivers or lakes suitable for swimming, your kids in Pattaya will be very happy to have the opportunity to swim in the warm sea and play on the beach of soft sand with other children under the warm sun of Thailand. Since the sea in Pattaya itself cannot boast of the highest transparency and cleanliness, it is better to relax with children not in the city itself, but on the coral island of Koh Lan, nearest to it, where the conditions are much better: there is no city noise, more warm and clean water and etc. In addition, you can get from Pattaya to Koh Lan island by ferry for only 30 baht per person one way, which is less than $ 1.

This is not the only way to get to the island. If you want to slightly reduce the travel time, you can buy tickets for 150 baht (round trip) and get to Koh Lan by a large boat, which immediately goes to the excellent Samae Beach. Finally, there are high-speed speedboats that will take you to any of the island’s beaches for 300 baht. Read more about this in the article “How to quickly get to Koh Lan Island from Pattaya.” The truth is that on a child’s speedboats it can be rocked, which is not very useful during a vacation, therefore, when choosing this option, individual characteristics of the child should be taken into account.

Pattaya and Koh Lan have many good beaches for children

It should be noted that the island of Koh Lan is not uninhabited and secluded and there are really a lot of people there. But even at the peak of the season there are always plenty of free places, because many beaches of the island of Koh Lan have over 500 and more meters, and such beaches on the island, despite its not too large size, are many. Given the fact that many people come to the island for just a few hours, the best time to relax there is in the morning and after five in the evening, when most tourists leave the island. The latter circumstance allows us to think about not just relaxing with children on this island in the midst of, but also arranging for ourselves a long vacation in a hotel on the island of Koh Lan, which has many advantages.

If you do not want or do not have the opportunity to leave the city during your holidays with children in Pattaya even to visit a nearby island, good quality entertainment can also be found in the city. Earlier, I did not recommend going to Pattaya with a child to the central beach, since there is murky water and very noisy (a busy street nearby), however, after reconstruction in 2019-2020, the beach became several times wider and the water can be quite clean, especially in northern part of this beach. Therefore, a vacation with not the smallest children in Pattaya there may also be normal. But for young children, it is better to choose beaches in the north or in the south of Pattaya, because on the Central Beach there is now great depth already a few meters from the coast and there can be big waves.

In the article “All Pattaya Beaches: Overview and Detailed Description” you can find out the location and main features of each of them, their main advantages and some disadvantages. Ultimately, this should help to choose the most suitable for families with children in Pattaya hotel. Many of the resort’s beaches are not so bad in reality, as you can read about it on the Internet, and almost every one of them has a standard set of necessary beach activities that all children in Pattaya will be happy with. However, I still advise at least once to go to Koh Lan Island, because you will get your own idea of ​​the differences between city and island beaches only by visiting both of them. Just remember that you need to sunbathe in Thailand correctly, otherwise your vacation will be ruined.

To Pattaya with a kids: which hotel to choose

Going on vacation with your kids to Pattaya, you must take care of a suitable hotel in advance. Many hot tours, which can be purchased shortly before departure, do not at all correspond to a family vacation with children, because their location in the city center and the absence of their own territory greatly complicates the vacation, especially for parents of children in Pattaya. To understand where it is better to relax with children in Pattaya, I advise you to read the article “Which area in Pattaya to choose for living and relaxing” by clicking on the link.

The best choice for a family holiday would be hotels that have their own territory with a landscaped garden and pool (with a children’s section). As a rule, this ensures that in addition to you and your children, the hotel will also have other couples with children, with whom your children will be interested to play together, which will allow you to take a break from them. To be guaranteed to settle in a good hotel with a swimming pool and its own territory, you should take care of finding it in advance. To do this, you can either book a pre-arranged tour, or book a hotel yourself, using the list of the best family hotels in Pattaya.

Holidays with children in Pattaya: precautions

When planning to relax in Pattaya with a child, it should be remembered that children have less immunity and stamina than adults, so when you relax in hot countries, including Thailand, you should be careful about their health. Ultimately, this will save you from many problems and allow you not to spend precious days of rest on the treatment of completely unnecessary diseases and the consequences of improper rest. By the way, I advise adults and especially children to take out travel insurance abroad, which in many cases allows you to feel more secure, because according to the “law of meanness” all kinds of troubles happen to those who do not have such insurance.

If we talk about other precautions, be sure to take care of the availability of medicines that can be useful for your children in Pattaya and you doubt that you can buy them in Thailand. In general, I advise you to read the article “What medicines to take to Thailand”, which will allow you to collect a balanced and not too heavy first-aid kit, and also warn against possible problems at the border when transporting certain medications.

I think it’s not even worth reminding that for most of the year children in Pattaya will be hot, because Thailand is a country of eternal summer. Therefore, children’s clothing should be light and breathable. The ideal option is to bring along clothes made from natural cotton and linen. By the way, all kinds of cotton t-shirts can be bought in Pattaya at ridiculous prices, so you should not get a lot of them from home. Details about what clothes, shoes and other useful things should be taken with you on vacation can be found in the article “What to take to Thailand for relaxation,” so I will not dwell on this issue.

The issue of food while relaxing with children in Pattaya is one of the most important. Even in the process of choosing a hotel, I advise you to clarify the issue of the presence of European cuisine familiar to children. I think in 95% of cases the answer will be yes, but it never hurts to check. Of course, you should not deprive children of the opportunity to try real Thai cuisine, whose dishes with not too many spices are tasty, nutritious and healthy.

Just do not let the children eat a lot of everything at once, because in this case you will not be able to understand what exactly the child’s body is not quite willing to accept (if this suddenly happens). By the way, this also applies to the fruits of Thailand, many of which do not mix well with each other, so it is better not to try many new species at once. If you are resting in Pattaya with a child, carefully monitor that he drinks plenty of water and other liquids, which will protect him from dehydration under the hot sun.

Going on vacation to Pattaya with young children, there is no need to purchase a large number of baby food, diapers and wet wipes – all this is easy to find both in large stores in the city and in many small stores in Thailand, for example, in the SevenEleven network. I hope this article gave you the necessary answers to questions about relaxing with children in Pattaya and now you know for sure that you can and should go to Pattaya with your kids, because children in Pattaya will certainly find interesting entertainment for themselves. And after reading this article and other articles on this site, you will help them with this. I wish you a pleasant and memorable vacation in Pattaya with your kids

The post Holidays with Kids in Pattaya – Useful Tips first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Best kayaking spots on Koh Chang

If you come to Koh Chang island and want to take a sea trip on a kayak, you can be sure that even on the smallest beaches, which have at least 1-2 hotels, you will find such a service as renting a plastic kayak for an hour, 4 hours or all day. And if your hotel on the island of Koh Chang is located on one of the popular beaches with developed infrastructure, then you will certainly find kayak rents every 100 meters of the beach. In other words, in Koh Chang has no problem finding a kayak for a sea trip.

But if you want to take an interesting walk to the uninhabited islands, and not just go kayaking along the shore of Koh Chang island by sea, then the best option is to rent a kayak on the beaches of Kai Bay or Lonely Beach. Kayaking in the southern part of Koh Chang, where there is also a group of islands, can also be interesting. But very few tourists get to that part of the island, and several times I took a kayak trip from Kai Bay beach, so I can tell you about such a sea adventure in detail and based on personal experience.

Kayaking on Koh Chang – sea trip map

On the map above, you can see the coastline of Koh Chang Island and the beaches of Kai Bay and Lonely Beach. You can also see a group of uninhabited islands, which are indicated by numbers from 1 to 4. As you can see, it is most convenient to rent a kayak in the southern part of Kai Bay beach or from the northern part of Lonely beach (marked in yellow on the map). In these cases, you will have to spend less time and effort to get to all the islands, spend some time there and return the kayak to the rental point on time, without overpaying for extra hours.

The cost of renting a kayak on Koh Chang

To rent a kayak on Koh Chang, you do not need to fill out an agreement and leave your signature, but in most cases you will have to leave a deposit. It can be a sum of money or your passport. In such cases, I prefer the idea of a cash deposit, especially since the amount is not too high and amounts to 1000 THB. The standard kayak rental prices for Koh Chang Island are:

★ 100 THB per hour

★ 300 THB in half a day (4 hours)

★ 500 THB per day (8 hours)

The price is for renting the entire kayak, while kayaks are most often 2 or 3 seater. For example, the first time I rode a kayak to the islands with two friends, and each of us paid 100 baht for 4 hours. And the second time I was alone and paid 300 baht for a double kayak for the same time. It should be noted that I did not see full-fledged triple kayaks on Koh Chang. As a rule, on the beaches you can find plastic kayaks for three passengers, but with two double-sided oars and two full places. The third place in the central part of the kayak is not very convenient and is more suitable for a child than for an adult.

Kayaking on Koh Chang – places to visit

Ko Yuak Island

Before going on a kayak boat trip, I recommend buying plain white bread for toast at any 7Eleven or Tesco Lotus Express store (you can find all of these stores in the Kai Bae beach area). This product comes in handy when visiting Ko Yuak Island (No. 1 on the map). Depending on the direction of the waves and their height, you will need to spend 40 minutes to 1 hour on the way to the island (about 3 km). A feature of this island is a small sandy beach on the east coast (which is closest to Koh Chang), clear water of emerald color and a huge number of bright striped fish.

View of the small beach of Ko Yuak (far away – Koh Chang)

It is for feeding fish that I advise you to take white bread in the store, because this is an unforgettable experience – feeding fish directly from your hands! In the morning, you can sunbathe on the beach, but closer to noon and in the afternoon time the sun hides behind the high coast of Ko Yuak Island. In addition to relaxing on a small beach with swings, swimming in the clear water and feeding fish on the island of Ko Yuak, there is nothing to do. You can try to climb the rocks island, but the jungle is very dense and there can be poisonous snakes, so entertainment can be dangerous. After all, there is not always a speedboat with tourists on the beach, on which you could quickly get to the shore to get medical help.

Hand feeding fish on the island of Ko Yuak

Ko Pli island

The second island you can visit during a kayak boat trip is called Ko Pli. It is the smallest island, but it is located very close to Ko Yuak and may be interesting to visit. Its main feature is the coast in the northern part, where it is most convenient to moor in a kayak. Small beach covered with a thick layer of dead corals. Because of this, while walking along the coast, an interesting sound is created. There is a small shady meadow where you can have a picnic (please do not leave trash after yourself). But you cannot completely to be alone there, because From time to time, other kayaks will moor to the island. It is impossible to approach to other sides of Ko Pli due to sheer smooth cliffs and reefs (from the open sea side).

Coral coast of Koh Pli island near Koh Chang

Ko Man Nok island

The third island you can visit is called Ko Man Nok. This island is about 2 times larger than the island of Koh Pli, but you can also carefully moor on one side only. In other places, the shores of this rocky island are too high and formed by not very high, but steep cliffs. I did not go ashore on Ko Man Nok, but I saw that even during a high tide, there was the opportunity to carefully go down into the water near the shore and pull the kayak to land. I think there’s nothing to do on Ko Man Nok either, but if you are kayaking with your soulmate, you can have a little picnic. The main thing is to carefully look under your feet so as not to meet with poisonous snakes or scolopendras.

Ko Man Nai island

This island (No. 4 on the map) is located closest to Koh Chang, and you can visit it even as part of a 1-hour kayak rental. The size of the island almost coincides with the island No. 1 (Ko Yuak), but for a number of reasons this island may be the most interesting to visit. From the sea side in the rocks there are several grottoes where you can see many large crabs. The water in the grottoes has a bright blue color, which in combination with light cliffs makes such grottoes very picturesque (you will definitely get beautiful photos). It’s difficult to land on a kayak and go ashore in this part of the island because of = high rocks and reefs in the water. The reef area on the map is marked in red and you must sail very carefully so as not to damage the kayak or oars. And at low tide due to the shallow depth, you won’t be able to swim at all near this part of Ko Man Nai.

Beautiful grottoes on the west side of Ko Man Nai

But in the north-eastern part of the island is the most picturesque beach, which you will see during a boat trip on a kayak on Koh Chang. The beach has a length of more than 50 meters and consists of fine sand. This makes it easy to moor in a kayak and get a good rest. On the beach, tall coconut palms grow and the relief of the island in this part is more or less flat. There is only one drawback at the beach – a shallow depth. It is very important to choose the tide time for visiting Koh Man Nai when you get the most out of swimming here. During low tide, the water level drops rapidly and during swimming you can scratch your knees against stones in the water. Most of the stones are small in size and rounded in shape, but there are also sharp stones, contact with which will be unpleasant.

The island of Ko Man Nok is convenient to visit last, because the distance to the coast is only about 600 meters. At the same time, the distance to the nearest stretches of Kai bae and Lonely beach is approximately the same, approximately 700-800 meters. This means that you can overcome this distance on a kayak in 20 minutes without any problems. In other words, you can stay on Ko Man Nai for as long as your kayak rental time allows. And then go to Koh Chang 25-30 minutes before the end of the lease (the nearest rental points can be reached in 15-20 minutes).

Picturesque Coconut Beach of Koh Man Nai Island

Tips Before Kayaking on Koh Chang

As with any outdoor vacation in Thailand during daylight hours, be sure to use sunscreen (even in cloudy weather). At the same time, even when using a cream or spray with a protection factor of 50+, you need to reuse the cream every hour. Read more about this in the article “How to sunbathe in Thailand correctly.” I also recommend using hats and glasses that will help you avoid heat stroke and help keep your eyesight.

As I mentioned above, to visit the island of Ko Yuak it is better to grab white bread (the usual price is 35 baht or 20 baht for half). ALWAYS take water with you, at least a liter for each (with a tour duration of 4 hours). On the islands there are no high cliffs with waterfalls and springs, so it will not be possible to replenish the supply of water. While working with oars, you will spend a lot of energy, which will need to be replenished with food. Bring something tasty and high-calorie with you (also take a garbage bag, as there are no garbage containers on the islands).

Dangers during a kayak sea trip in Koh Chang

When going out on the open sea, be sure to use the life vest that you will receive at the point of rental of the kayak. Make sure the vest is properly worn and fastened. While driving on a kayak, it is better to be in a sitting position and not swing the kayak. For this, it is also important to work the paddle evenly on the right and left sides of the kayak. Speedboats and yachts that sail near your kayak are a danger. Large motor boats create a high wave, which can cause the kayak to roll over. In fact, a kayak should not drown, and you, being in a life jacket, also. But it’s better to deploy the kayak perpendicular to the big wave and wait until wave passes under you.

Reef Zone of Ko Man Nai (Koh Chang)

The design of kayaks allow ensure that water can easily penetrate under your “fifth point”. To protect your clothes and phone from sea water, I recommend using a special sealed bag. I was kayaking in swimming trunks, and my things and clothes were in the OCEAN Pack – a yellow sealed bag. You can order it online or buy in Thailand. Sealed compartments in the kayak can also be used. During my first trip in a triple kayak I kept clothes in such, but in a double kayak such a sealed compartment seemed to me very uncomfortable.

Use extreme caution when using a kayak near the islands. As I wrote above, the shores of uninhabited islands near Koh Chang are 90% rocky, while sharp stones are in the water off the coast. Therefore, when maneuvering around such islands, move in a kayak slowly and carefully so as not to pierce the bottom of your boat against another sharp stone. Remember that a kayak, even with a few passengers, can easily be thrown by a wave. For this reason, try to keep a distance of several meters from the rocks. And while approaching the rocky shores, it is better to carefully descend into the water and pull the kayak ashore. Also, be careful with plastic oars – they can break when actively pushing away from stones in the water or the bottom.

Thus, a kayak sea trip on the island of Koh Chang is actually an interesting active entertainment that will appeal to both adults and children (accompanied by parents). This is one of the good ways to have fun and interestingly spend several hours on Koh Chang, see beautiful places and feed bright sea fish with your hands. I hope the information on this page will be useful to you and you can be well prepared for your swim and enjoy the safe and interesting kayaking around the islands near Koh Chang. Have a nice trip!

The post Kayak rental on Koh Chang and sea trip! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Left luggage location at Bangkok Airport

Until 2019, there were 2 luggage lockers at the Bangkok airport, which you could find on the 2nd and 4th floors of the airport under the sign LEFT LUGGAGE. But in 2020, both left-luggage offices operate under a new brand: Bellugg Left Luggage (see photo). The first left-luggage office is located on the 2nd floor of the airport, not far from the escalator and exit No. 4. This is the arrivals area, so I advise you to use the left-luggage office on the 4th floor, because it is there that you will check in for the return flight and it is in the departure zone that buses from resorts, taxis from Bangkok and taxi transfer to Bangkok airport arrive.

Luggage storage at Suvarnabhumi Airport (4th floor)

Finding a luggage room in the departure area (4th floor) is not difficult. It is located in the area between gates 7 and 8. Having entered one of these gates, you must cross the airport building, i.e. walk past the check-in desks in zones P and Q. Another landmark is one of the huge statues of a demon with a sword from Ramayana, behind which you should notice the signature sign of the luggage storage and the Bellugg logo in the form of an elephant with a suitcase.

Bellugg Left Luggage lockers work hours – around the clock and seven days a week (24/7).

Luggage Storage Rates at Suvarnabhumi Airport

Depending on the size of your backpack, bag or suitcase, you will have to pay a different amount for storage. As you can see in the photo, the cheapest price to store things is up to 55 centimeters (or 22 inches) in size. The first day of storage of your luggage, the size of which does not exceed this limit, will cost you 100 Thai baht (about 3.1 USD). After the end of the first day, a 12-hour tariffication starts, and for each next 12 hours of storage you will be required to pay 50 THB. A bit more expensive storage a luggage, the size of which is in the range from 22 to 28 inches (from 55 to 71 cm). The first day costs 120 THB, and for the storage of each next 12 hours you will be required to pay 60 THB.

Baggage storage fares at Bangkok Airport

Finally, for storage of baggage that is larger than 28 inches (71 cm), you will be required to pay 150 THB for the first day of storage and 75 THB for each subsequent 12 hours of storage. Payment for luggage storage is not made immediately, but at the time of baggage claim, so do not forget to leave the right amount of money. For some reason, in February 2020, you could only pay in cash, but perhaps by the time you use these service at the Bangkok airport, the option to pay by credit card will already be added.

How is luggage checked in for storage

The luggage check-in process at Suvarnabhumi Airport is very simple. There are tablets in the service room with which you enter all the necessary information: your name, country, email address, phone number and, most importantly, passport number. To receive baggage, you will need to show not only a printed receipt with a QR code of your baggage, but also the passport that you specified during the registration process. In the photo below, you can see how the receipt for luggage for storage looks like. I left my main backpack and suitcase in the luggage room, so I had to pay 100 + 120 THB for the first day, although my things were stored for only 7 hours (the departure from Bangkok was at 2 a.m. and I decided to spend time after my eviction from the condo in Pattaya in Bangkok).

Tablets for filling in luggage owner details

What can not be stored at Bangkok Airport

There is a list of things that are forbidden to be left in the luggage storage of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Firstly, these are fruits like durian, which have a persistent unpleasant odor. This category also includes food products that can deteriorate during storage and smell unpleasant. Secondly, it is forbidden to leave weapons, ammunition and explosives in the storage room – for obvious reasons. For some reason, sharp objects like scissors and knives, including folding ones, have been added to this category.

Bans and restrictions for left luggage to the baggage room

Thirdly, it is forbidden to leave valuable items, money, expensive jewelry and consumer electronics in the form of laptops, cameras, phones, tablets, etc. The same category includes alcoholic beverages and glassware. I think you can leave it, but as always: the left-luggage office is not responsible for the safety of this kind of thing. Finally, it is forbidden to take luggage to the storage room, in which there are representatives of the fauna – animals and birds. Thus, there is a whole list that significantly limits the use of lockers at Bangkok Airport.

However, as often happens, the severity of the rules is compensated by the non-bindingness of their implementation. For example, in my luggage there were a lot of fruits, alcohol and several knives. However, none of this was forbidden to be left, although the entire baggage was checked with a scanner. Perhaps because I immediately said that I would pick up my things the same day. On the other hand, if you just flew to Bangkok and want to leave your belongings for a long time, you probably will not have any fruits, no alcohol, or other items that are forbidden to be left in the storage room.

Receipt for Bellugg Left Luggage

Thus, luggage storage at the Bangkok airport is a convenient service, but the cost of storage is not low, especially when used for a long time. And if your trip to Thailand lasts for two weeks, then the minimum fee for storing one piece of baggage will be 1400 THB (45 USD). Accordingly, if you flew for a month travel, then luggage storage will cost 3000-3600 THB (or 90-115 USD). This is not a small amount of money, and in some cases it is more reasonable to leave things in the country of departure (if the fee for luggage storage at your airport is lower) or even use old clothes and shoes, which will not be a pity to throw away after arriving in Bangkok.

The post Luggage storage at Bangkok airport – prices and rules first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

The construction of the second terminal at Utapao Airport is part of a large-scale state program for the development of the Eastern Economic Corridor. At the same time, Utapo Airport will become the main airport in the eastern part of the country. In the coming years, this airport, which serves two cities at once – Pattaya and Rayong – will have to be connected to two Bangkok airports using the high-speed railway. After the construction of the new terminal, Utapao Airport should attract even more local and foreign airlines, which will be able to operate regular and charter flights here.

Second Passenger Terminal at Utapao Airport (Pattaya)

Currently, flights from Utapao are made by 15 airlines, which perform a total of about 40 flights on 33 routes daily. It should be noted that even before the commissioning of the second terminal, Utapao Airport was able to significantly increase passenger traffic in just a few years. If in 2015 this airport served about 180 thousand passengers, then for 11 months of 2019, 2 million passengers used the airport. Given the beginning of the high season, the airport director is optimistic about the figure of 2.5 million people by the end of this year. At the same time, airport services can serve up to 1,500 passengers per hour.

It is hoped that with the development of the Utapao airport, inexpensive transport will also appear, with the help of which it will be possible to get to Pattaya and from Pattaya to Utapao Airport. For example, regular buses or minibuses. Because at the present time it is still much easier and cheaper to get from Pattaya to Bangkok airport, although it is located much further.

The post The second terminal opened at Utapao Airport (Pattaya) first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Sai Kaew beach (Blue Lagoon) – general information

Sai Kaew beach is not accidentally called the Military beach. Once an USA army base was located here, and today the place is taken by the Thai army. In particular, not far from the beach is the Royal Thai Navy School. As a result, there is access control, and the beach is open to visitors only until 18:00 (with some exceptions). It is the military that keeps the beach clean and tidy, so this beach should remain a place for a long time without large hotels and too developed infrastructure, which does not make it worse. In general, there is everything that is required during a vacation on the beach, and the closed territory has its advantages. For example, annoying merchants and food peddlers do not go along the beach.

Blue Lagoon Beach (Sai Kaew beach) in the morning (tide)

A feature of the beach is its location on the peninsula between the green hills that form the lagoon. Such an arrangement makes the beach picturesque and to some extent protects from large waves. Visually, the Sai Kaew beach in Pattaya resembles some of the beaches of Phuket: width, vegetation and landscapes. The length of the beach is small – its length slightly exceeds 400 meters, but due to not too many visitors there is enough space for everyone. Before visiting the Sai Kaew beach, I saw his photos on the Internet, but during my visit (2019) the sand was not as white as I was in the video in the photo. Rather, it is light yellow, but this color of sand goes well with the azure water in the Blue Lagoon.

Even in cloudy weather, the water on the Sai Kaew Beach has a nice color.

There was a high tide during my visit, and the width of the beach was not too big. Also, because of this, already 10 meters from the coast there was a great depth (more than 2 meters). Swimming areas on the Sai Kaew beach are fenced with buoys, located not very far from the coast. The best place for swimming is the central and left parts of the Blue Lagoon beach. There is a more gentle entrance to the water and there are no stones in the water. During my visit, some work was carried out on the right side of the beach using a bulldozer, so I personally could not evaluate the beach in that area. In the central part of the beach there is a beautiful sign with the name Sai Kaew beach and two points with heavy machine guns directed towards the sea.

The central part of Sai Kaew beach – beach machine guns

Separately, it should be told about the transparency and color of water on the Sai Kaew beach in Pattaya. I was a little unlucky with the weather, and most of the day in the sky was cloudy. However, even without a bright sun, the water had a pleasant azure color. Of course, in bright sunny weather, the beach looks brighter and more beautiful, because the color of the water is very dependent on the sun’s rays and the color of the sand (on the Sai Kaew beach it is light sand). The transparency of the water was also very good. Perhaps the water is not as crystal clear as on the island of Koh Lan. But it is much more transparent than on the city beaches of Pattaya. And even for this reason alone, it is worth visiting the Sai Kaew beach at least once.

Sai Kaew beach has many flowers and beautiful trees.

In addition to clear water, the Blue Lagoon or Sai Kaew beach is a place with a very beautiful territory. There are a large number of flowers, paths for pedestrians, benches. Closer to the central part on the right there are special compositions, next to which you can get beautiful photos. For example, a bench and a flower frame in the form of a heart around, etc. I recommend a walk in this area after 3 p.m, before returning from the beach. At this time, the number of visitors to the Sai Kaew beachh is rapidly decreasing and no one bothers to enjoy the walk.

After 14-30 the number of visitors on the Military Beach has significantly decreased

Sai Kaew Beach – Infrastructure

I did not see classic beach umbrellas on the Sai Kaew beach, but this is not a drawback. Deciduous trees grow on almost the entire perimeter of the coastline, the crown of which protects vacationers from sunlight. If you prefer to be in direct sunlight and sunbathe – you will also find several open areas. In addition, there are many small gazebos with tables. Under the roofs of the gazebos you can also find a shadow, relax and eat your food.

Beach bed and the life ring can be rented very cheaply

There are also no plastic loungers on the beach, but in the central part of the Sai Kaew beach there is a rental point for small wooden deck chairs and other beach equipment. You can rent a beach bed for as little as 30 THB (1 USD), while you can choose your own place to relax in any part of the beach. In the same place where sun loungers are issued, you can pay for other equipment and entertainment:

Kayak rental – 100 THB (3.3 USD) per hour (+ deposit THB 100):

Rent a beach mat – 20 THB per day (+ deposit THB 100):

Rent a life ring – 10 THB (0.33 USD) per hour (+ deposit THB 100):

Riding a banana boat – 600 THB (20 USD) in 30 minutes or 1200 THB (40 USD) per hour;

Jet ski – 1000 THB (33 USD) in 15 minutes or 1500 THB in 30 minutes.

The cost of dishes in one of the cafes on Sai Kaew beach in Pattaya

No one will remain hungry on the Sai Kaew beach, because the local cafes offer a wide selection of dishes and drinks. The main part of the cafe is located to the right of the main entrance to the beach. There you will find a number of cafes with Thai dishes, seafood, freshly squeezed juices, ice cream, fruit necks, snacks and cocktails. Nearby there are outdoor tables overlooking the beach. Further to the right there is a large cafe with tables under the roof. To the left of the entrance there is also an indoor cafe where coffee lovers can enjoy a latte, cappuccino or other type of coffee.

Freshly squeezed juices and cocktails on Sai Kaew beach – from 40 THB

To the left in the far part of the Military Beach there is also a cafe with a very large selection of dishes from 60 THB (2 USD) for a portion of a hot dish. In some establishments, the names of dishes are indicated only in Thai, but there are also those where English and Chinese names are added. Even if you don’t know some indicated languages, large photographs of all dishes will always help you choose what you want. To the right of the entrance there is a small souvenir shop where you can buy T-shirts, caps and other accessories with the Sai Kaew beach logo.

Outdoor shower and toilets at Sai Kaew beach (Military Beach)

On the right and left sides of the beach there are free showers (open) and toilets. Toilets are made in Thai style, so there is no toilet paper in them, only a hygienic shower. On the beach you can find a massage parlor (Thai massage), as well as a special smoking area (smoking is strictly prohibited on the beach!). Walking along the beach, you can see small wooden bungalows. These houses are for rent (from 1000 THB (33 USD) per day) and only persons living in the bungalow can stay on the beach after 18:00 and enjoy the sunset on the Sai Kaew beach.

Sai Kaew beach – warning about allowed time on the beach

Sai Kaew beach in Pattaya – how to get

The easiest way to visit the Sai Kaew beach (Blue Laggoon) as part of an organized excursion from Pattaya. You can easily find offers on the Internet for 300-350 THB per person. Such an excursion includes a transfer from the hotel or condo to the beach, an entrance ticket to the beach and a return transfer to the hotel or condo. Given that the cost of admission is 100 THB for adults (and 50 THB for children), round-trip fares cost 100 + 100 = 200 THB. This is a good deal, because the cost of a taxi ride even in one direction is much higher (the distance from the center of Pattaya to the Sai Kaew beach is about 30 km).

The driver shows the time of departure from the beach and the minibus number

The advantage of an organized tour is that you do not need to worry about the availability of documents proving your identity (passport, ID or driver’s license). You just ride in an air-conditioned minibus and don’t worry about a few roadblocks, about buying tickets and making passes. In my case, the bus driver simply asked the passengers to line up when we arrived at the parking lot near the beach. After that, he photographed everyone and asked not to linger and be ready to leave the beach at 16:00. This is almost the standard tour time – from 08:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Considering the travel time, I arrived at the beach at 09:20, and I returned to the condo in Pattaya after 17:00.

The route from Pattaya to the Military beach (Sai Kaew beach) on the map

A trip to Sai Kaew beach on your own is a little more complicated, but everything is feasible. As you can see on the map, the main part of the route passes along Sukhumvit Road – the main street of Thailand. The route runs along the coast of the Gulf of Thailand and the cheapest way to do it is on a white passenger pickup truck that travel along Sukhumvit. Be sure to check with the driver if he is ride near turning onto Sai Kaew beach (some began to drive only to the Ambassador City Jomtien hotel and this is sad). Right before the right turn (to the beach) there is an elevated pedestrian crossing through Sukhumvit.

Turn right onto Sai Kaew beach from Sukhumvit Road

From turning to the beach directly to the Blue Lagoon, more than 7.5 kilometers and several checkpoints. If you are going to use a motorbike taxi from turning to the beach, or if you were traveling to Sai Kaew beach on a rented motorbike, you must present a passport or other identity document in a special booth based on which you will be issued a pass to the beach. A small booth is located near the turn to the beach, and after another 60 meters there is a barrier where you must present the pass. Next, you should go several mimutes straight ahead and turn left at the fork in the road (there is a road sign). Continue on the narrow road and after a few minutes you will find yourself in a parking lot, next to which there is a building with a ticket office.

To visit the Sai Kaew beach in Pattaya you need to buy a ticket at the box office

After purchasing tickets, you must leave your car or motobike in the parking lot and take a free passenger pick-up to the beach. The winding road to the beach passes through the green hills and sometimes you can see wild monkeys on the road. The return trip should be done in the same order. When you leave the territory of the military base, do not forget to pick up your passport or other document that you left at the entrance. Thus, an independent trip to the Sai Kaew beach is also possible, but without a rented transport it is easier and cheaper to use a ready-made day excursion.

Sai Kaew beach  – my video review

In the end I will add that during my visit to the Sai Kaew beach there were most of the Russian-speaking visitors. At the same time, in my opinion, about 70% of visitors are people of retirement age and children. Because of this, the Blue Lagoon beach was somewhat noisy. In general, the Sai Kaew beach made a good impression and someday I want to visit it again (during sunny weather). Also keep in mind that this place is popular with locals. On weekends and holidays, they massively visit Sai Kaew beach (Military Beach) in Pattaya and arrange noisy picnics there, so it is better to visit the Blue Lagoon on weekdays. Have a nice rest!

The post Sai Kaew Beach (Pattaya) – Big overview + Video first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

How to get to the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya

The Sanctuary  of Truth is located on the shores of the Gulf of Thailand in the northern part of Pattaya.

Address: 206/2 หมู่ ที่ 5 ถนน Pattaya-Naklua, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand.

The working hours of the Sanctuary of Truth: from 08:00 to 18:00 (8 a.m. – 6 p.m.)

You can visit the Sanctuary of Truth on your own (without an excursion). To do this, you must go to North Pattaya (Naklua District). The easiest way to use local passenger pickups, the route of which runs along Pattyaya Nalkua Street. For 10-20 Thai baht (depending on the place of landing) you must drive to Na Kluea 12 Alley and go along this street without turning anywhere (see map below).

How to get to Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya easy (click to enlarge)

The indicated street makes several bends and along the way you will see wasteland and even a small dump on the left. There are signs to the temple along the way. You can also use the navigator on your smartphone so as not to make a mistake on the route. Move on the right side of the road. There are no sidewalks in many streets of Pattaya, so be careful. If you look at the map of Pattaya, you might think that there is a great distance from Naklua Rd to the temple. But in fact, the high white wall and the entrance gate to the territory of the Sanctuary of Truth are much closer. You will see them without any problems in 6-8 minutes on foot from Pattaya Naklua.

Entrance gate to the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya on Na Kluea 12 Alley and the Family Mart store opposite

One of the landmarks is the Family Mart store, which is located almost opposite the entrance gate. By the way, if you want to save money, you can buy water or food in this store (there is a cafe and restaurant in the temple, but the cost of dishes and drinks is not the lowest). You can also use a taxi from Pattaya Naklua Rd (40-50 THB per person). From the famous roundabout with dolphins to the Sanctuary of Truth can be reached by taxi motobike for 70-90 THB. From most areas of Pattaya can be reached by taxi for 200-500 THB. The taxi option does not make sense in terms of economy (it’s cheaper to book a tour that includes a transfer from the hotel to the temple and back to the hotel).

Route to the Sanctuary of Truth on an interactive Google map

Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya – features

The construction of the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya was started in 1981 at the expense of Thai millionaire Lek Viriyapan and is still ongoing by his son (the businessman himself died in 2000). Construction is expected to be completed in 2025. At the same time, the Sanctuary of Truth, which is entirely built of precious wood and will always require ongoing restoration. A feature of construction is that all the connections of the parts to each other are made using wooden dowels without the use of nails. This applies both directly to the walls and roofs of the temple, as well as all internal decorations, and statues. You can see in the temple nails that are not completely clogged and must be removed before the official completion of construction.

After checking the tickets, you should go down to the main territory of the Sanctuary of Truth

The Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya has a height of 105 meters and is the largest wooden temple in Thailand and the second tallest in the world. Only the Tianning Pagoda in China has a more impressive height (153 meters). Even if you have not been to Pattaya or Thailand, you must have seen the Sanctuary of Truth in a photo on the Internet or on TV. This is really a very beautiful temple, the enormous size of which can be estimated only nearby or being inside. For example, I swam on the beach near the Temple and saw it at a distance of about 100 meters, but still did not think that it was so big and tall.

The Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya needs constant restoration

The Sanctuary of Truth is not a traditional Buddhist temple or an exclusively religious building in general. According to the plan of Lek Viriyapan, the temple was originally built as a cultural attraction, which should show an oriental view of our world from the point of view of 4 cultures at once: Thai, Khmer, Hindu and Chinese. Therefore, while maintaining the overall architectural style, you may notice some differences on the facades of the temple. And inside the temple you will visit 4 large halls, each of which is dedicated to the 4 indicated cultures and philosophies of life (mainly Hindu and Buddhist).

The Chinese Hall of the Sanctuary of Truth is easily recognizable by octagonal columns

For example, in the Indian hall you can find statues of the gods of the 4 elements: water, earth, fire and wind. You can easily identify the Chinese hall by octagonal columns and bas-reliefs with naked women (although you will see them almost everywhere). In the remaining parts of the Sanctuary of Truth, the columns have a more traditional appearance. By the way, all columns are made of solid trunks of centuries-old trees and decorated with carvings. Each centimeter of the temple is the result of many hours of work by Thai masters, who still continue to work on the territory of the temple. The oldest tree from which a large column was carved and in front of which a small altar with gifts is more than 700 years old.

Altar in the center of the Sanctuary of Truth and columns of centuries-old trees

In the Thai room, you can see large statues of avatars, each of which is dedicated to a specific day of the week. There you can use special tables to calculate your day of the week (although using a smartphone is easier to do). And the main attraction of the Khmer Hall are the statues of the family – a wife with her husband and their three children. There is a ritual that promotes the conception of a child. To do this, you need to rub the child’s hand (you will recognize the right place by shine). By the way, you can ask for a child not only for yourself, but also for other people. And for the health of parents, you should rub the knee of the husband or wife.

Statues of family with children in the Khmer part of the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya

Only in the central part of the Sanctuary of Truth there are several altars where you can pray or just think in silence about life. In general, each element and statue in the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya carries a certain semantic load and there are no random elements that fulfill only a decorative role. But it is not easy for a not specialist to understand all eastern religions and rituals. Therefore, if you want to not just look at the beautiful temple inside and out and take beautiful photos or videos, I advise you to use the services of guides (there are inside the temple, including English or other languages speaking ones).

View from one of the viewpoint to the Sanctuary of Truth (Pattaya)

The cost of visiting the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya

The standard price for admission to the Sanctuary of Truth is THB 500 when purchased at the box office. The standard price for a child ticket is 250 THB. If you do not want to get from your hotel to the Sanctuary of Truth and then back on your own, you can book a tour for 600-700 THB (possibly even with a guide). But if you want to save as much as possible, buy entrance tickets to the Sanctuary of Truth online here (the price can be shown in the currency of your country). As a rule, you can buy an entrance ticket for adults for 385 THB (or at a discount of 23%). And the price of children’s entrance tickets is only 180 THB when buying online (28% discount). You can show the voucher received after payment by e-mail (on a smartphone screen or in paper form) at the box office of the Sanctuary of Truth and get a paper entrance ticket for access to the territory. In the same way, you can buy online at a discount other entertainment available on the territory of the Sanctuary of Truth (about them in the next section).

Over 50 thousand people booked this excursion at a discount

Other attractions in the Sanctuary of Truth (Pattaya)

The entrance ticket to the Sanctuary of Truth includes not only access to the temple territory and inside the building, but also viewing a national Thai show. It includes traditional dances (performed by men and women in Thai national clothes) and a classic sword fight of two fighters. Such performances are usually held twice a day: at 11:30 in the morning and at 15:30. The performances are not very long and you can watch it once. After the show, you can take a picture with the artists (you should give a small tips).

On the territory of the Sanctuary of Truth you can ride an elephant and horses

At the ticket office of the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya, and when buying entrance tickets online, you can add some other entertainment. The most popular are horseback riding on special routes, riding in an old horse-drawn cart, riding an elephant, riding a quad bike, a boat trip along the Gulf of Thailand in the area of ​​the Sanctuary of Truth (you can take beautiful photos on the background of the building). As in the case of entrance tickets, buying online through the Klook service (link to the Sanctuary of Truth) makes it possible to save money (the price difference is especially noticeable when buying entrance tickets for several people). You can choose options that include one or more additional entertainment that is available on your date.

Tips Before Visiting Pattaya Sanctuary of Truth

Despite the fact that the Sanctuary of Truth is not a traditional temple (religious building), there are altars inside and many Thais come to the temple to pray. Therefore, a rule has recently been introduced whereby visitors must adhere to a dress code. Your clothes at the entrance to the temple should cover your shoulders and knees, and the neckline of the girls should not be too open. Somewhere in the territory there is a special cape to rent, but it is better to immediately come in appropriate clothing. Also during the tour you should be in a construction helmet. It is issued at the point immediately after the descent along the wooden steps to the territory of the temple. Throughout the temple it is forbidden to smoke and use quadrocopters (drones) for video shooting.

Wear a hard hat when visiting the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya (Thailand)

I spent about 1.5 hours visiting the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya and it was enough for me. At the same time, I spent about 50 minutes inside the temple, took a lot of photos and shot a video. I arrived at the Temple after 16:30 and did not have time to watch the show. Also, I did not buy additional entertainment and did not go to a cafe on the territory. If you read this article, you have some idea what to expect outside and inside the Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya. I went somewhat unprepared and only after that I read about what I saw inside the Temple and what I could pay attention to.

If I went to the Sanctuary of Truth again, I would do it at about 15:00 to have time to watch the show, see the Sanctuary of Truth under various lighting levels, take more time to walk around a beautiful area that exceeds 10 hectares (there are beautiful bridges and several viewing platforms). If I were not alone, I would use the services of a guide, because much of the inside of the temple remained incomprehensible to me. When visiting with children, you can spend some time examining the animals at the local mini-zoo. There are horses, ponies, goats, etc. in it. And, of course, I would save on entry tickets and buy from online.

Statues at the place of fulfillment of desires in the Temple of Truth

A wish-fulfillment ritual in the Temple of Truth (Pattaya)

Near the entrance to the Temple of Truth (from the sea), there are two large wooden statues that hold a wooden crossbar on their shoulders. A bell and a large gong are suspended on the crossbar. And in the hands of statues are special mallets. with which you can hit the bell and gong. On the Internet you can find outdated information that the ritual of fulfilling desires consists of three stages. 1) You need to hit three times on the metal triangle (in order to wake the Buddha). 2) You need to hit the bell three times (to clear your karma). 3) It is necessary to make a wish and hit the gong three times with a large hammer (at this moment you must imagine how your desire is being fulfilled).

During my visit to the Temple of Truth, I noticed that the statues were moved to another place and on the wooden crossbar there are only two objects: a bell and a gong. Accordingly, if you also do not see the iron triangle, the ritual of the fulfillment of desires should immediately begin with blows on the bell. Probably, due to the large number of visitors, the Buddha cannot fall asleep and you no longer need to wake him up. You can see the location of the statue with the gong in this video, which is posted below.

I hope the information about the Sanctuary of Truth was useful for you and now during your vacation in Pattaya you can go to this amazing place by buying a ticket at the lowest price and with an idea of how much time you need to visit, how easy and cheap to get to The Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya and what additional entertainment you can find there. Have a good rest and interesting visit!

[ad#end]

The post Sanctuary of Truth – the main Attraction of Pattaya! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

About 2.5 million tourists visit Samui Island annually, of which 60% are foreigners. This is not a very big figure, because Phuket Island, which is comparable in size, annually receives more than 5 times more tourists. But it is tourists who bring more than 63% of all revenues of the province of Surat Thani, which includes the islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. Therefore, local authorities and representatives of the business community are interested in several times more tourists on the island. And the construction of a bridge that would connect Koh Samui to the mainland would make the island more popular.

Bridge to Koh Samui – new project of 2019

The main problem that hinders the development of tourism on the island is the transport problem. Currently, Koh Samui piers receive ferries from several ferry companies and the number of daily ferries is not very large. And at night, you can get to the island only using a special boat. All this makes the path to Koh Samui more expensive and takes tourists too much time. Koh Samui has its own airport, but it is private. Therefore, the Bangkok Airways airline, which is the owner of the Koh Samui airport, has monopolized flights to the island and the cost of flights is very high.

The chief physician of the local island hospital also advocates the construction of a bridge between Koh Samui and the mainland. Currently, if necessary, to deliver the patient to the mainland, ferries to Koh Samui are used for emergency care. On average, 1 patient needs urgent delivery to the mainland daily. With the help of ferries, this is difficult to do and the transportation of each patient takes several additional hours. And at night, due to strong waves in the Gulf of Thailand, such transportation may not be possible at all. When using a conventional road bridge, the delivery time of patients to the mainland would be only 15-20 minutes.

Bridge to Koh Samui – project of 2012 with tunnel

In the 2019 layout shown, the bridge between Koh Samui and the mainland includes a road, pedestrian paths and bicycle paths. It should be noted that 7 years ago, the idea of building a bridge on Koh Samui was also discussed. The first project was more complex and included an underwater tunnel between the mainland and the small island of Koh Tan (Ko Katen), which would ensure the unhindered movement of ferries and cargo ships between Koh Samui and the mainland (see picture).

Currently, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports does not give official comments on the possible construction of a bridge on Koh Samui. The issue will be thoroughly and comprehensively considered in the coming months, and only after that the more reliable information will become known to the press. At the same time, the implementation of such a large project in any case will take at least several years. This means that we can get from Koh Samui to Krabi or get from Phuket to Koh Samui as before – using ferries. Have a nice rest!

The post Bridge to Koh Samui can become a reality first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Hotel S44ROOM – Location in Bangkok

S44ROOM Hotel has a very good location in Bangkok. It is located on Sukhumvit 44 Alley. It is just 120 meters from BTS SkyTrain Station Phra Khanong. You can get here from Phaya Thai BTS Station (where trains from Suvarnabhumi Airport arrive) for 44 THB (1.5 USD). At the same time, you have to drive 10 stations and this will take you only 18-20 minutes. The proximity of the hotel from the BTS SkyTrain station makes it easy to get from the hotel door to the metro station in just 2 minutes and go to any area of ​​the city and not be afraid of traffic jams.

S44ROOM Hotel – how to get from BTS station

And if you buy a day pass on SkyTrain at a discount, then quick trips around the city will bring you real pleasure and will save time and money. The second feature of the S44ROOM hotel’s location is the proximity of the East Ekkamai Bus Terminal in Bangkok. To get to this bus terminal from the door of the hotel, you need only 7-8 minutes. And you should not use public transport or taxis for this, because the hotel is located just 650 meters from the BTS Ekkamai station, next to which is the bus terminal of the same name.

It is very important that the Ekkamai Bus Terminal and S44ROM Hotel are located on one side of Sukhumvit Road and you do not need to use elevated pedestrian crossings (it’s a “big pleasure” when you have a backpack on your back and a heavy suitcase in your hands). In the picture below, the arrows indicate the Ekkamai bus station and the S44ROOM hotel (the picture is clickable).

S44 Room – distance from Ekkamai Bus Terminal is about 650 meters

Hotel Features and Room Overview S44ROOM

Hotel S44ROOM (link to the smart search for available rooms in this hotel at the best price) is a new city hotel, since it was opened in 2018. Behind a large glass door there is a lounge with a reception desk and comfortable soft chairs. A little further is another hall with chairs, a soft sofa, a dining table and chairs. Given that the rooms do not have a large table, you can have breakfast, lunch or dinner in the lobby. There is also a microwave where you can reheat cooked food. This is a small hotel and has only 14 rooms, so the hall was always quiet and calm. At that time, due to the small number of rooms on the dates you have chosen, there may not be rooms available.

At S44ROOM you can book rooms of various classes: standard rooms, rooms with a balcony and family rooms. All of them are decorated in light (almost white) colors and therefore the rooms seem clean and spacious. I stayed in a 2-bed room with a balcony and I had pleasant memories of being there. The room had everything you need: a wide and comfortable bed, quiet air conditioning, a large LCD TV, a large refrigerator, a wardrobe with hangers, a mirror with a small table and 1 chair. A safe with a combination lock and a small drawer with a lock are fixed in the cabinet. And in the table drawer was hidden hair dryer.

Room with balcony at S44ROOM Hotel in Bangkok

Each room at S44ROOM has its own bathroom with toilet, sink and shower. At the same time, the shower has a special tap for washing feet, and the shower area is separated from the toilet by a partition. The room was equipped with a balcony overlooking a quiet courtyard, so the room was quiet at any time. The price of the stay included drinking water (2 bottles of 0.5 liters), 2 bags of instant coffee, 2 bags of tea and several bags of sugar. An electric kettle and cups are provided for making hot drinks in the room. There were also 2 glass glasses for cold drinks or water.

Infrastructure near the hotel S44ROOM

The Sukhumvit Road area is one of Bangkok’s busiest areas. Therefore, along this street there are a large number of shopping centers. For example, Terminal 21 at a BTS Nana station or Tesco Lotus at a nearby BTS On Nut station. The nearest 7Eleven store is located 4-5 minutes from the hotel (towards the city center, just under the elevated pedestrian crossing). Another mini supermarket is open around the clock on the opposite side of the S44ROOM from Sukhumvit Road. Look for the pink Max Valu sign under the platform area of ​​Phra Khanong Station. Several ATMs are also located there.

Shop for cheap food at Phra Khanong Station (entrance marked with arrow)

If you want to buy ready-made meals for breakfast or lunch inexpensively, there is a TOPS Daily store near the other exit from BTS Phra Khanong Station. This store has a large selection of simple, ready-made meals that can be reheated in the microwave right in the store or in the S44ROOM’s lobby. For anyone interested, see the assortment and prices in a short video review of the hotel. The store entrance is almost under the escalator leading to the FITNESS 24 SEVEN gym. Store Hours – from 06:00 to 24:00.

Video review of the S44ROOM Hotel

My impressions of the S44ROOM hotel in Bangkok

I stayed at the S44ROOM hotel for two nights and can give this hotel 9/10 points. In various reservation systems, the hotel also has a rating from 8.5 to 9 points out of 10. The main advantage is its excellent location 2 minutes from the overground metro, clean and quiet rooms, new furniture and the availability of some nice bonuses (hot drinks for self-catering in the room). Friendly staff worked at the hotel during my stay. I arrived at the hotel at 10:30 in the morning and left my suitcase and backpack at the reception without any problems and went for a walk around the city. Perhaps someone needs information: the hotel is allowed to bring guests. I lived with my Thai girlfriend and she did not need to leave an ID at the reception.

Of the shortcomings, I can only note that the floor in the shower area is made at the floor level in the toilet. Because of this, part of the water did not drain into the drain hole and a small puddle formed at the entrance to the bathroom. It is possible that this is the problem of my number and in other rooms this is not. If it speaks about the price of this three-star hotel, then it is very adequate for such a good location and condition of the rooms. I recommend this hotel to all categories of travelers and plan to stay there for a few nights during my next visit to Bangkok.

The post S44ROOM Hotel in Bangkok (Sukhumvit) – My Review first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Transfer Bangkok – Koh Kood

This is probably the easiest and fastest way to get to Koh Kood from Bangkok without worries. Transfer Bangkok – Koh Kood consists of three stages. The first one – is moving from Bangkok in a comfortable minibus to the ferry pier in the province of Trat. The second stage is a ferry to Koh Kood on a modern speed catamaran. The third stage is delivery to the door of your hotel on the island of Koh Kood by local taxi. All connections are guaranteed and you don’t have to worry about being late for the ferry. Koh Kood Island is the farthest Thai island on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Therefore, the whole journey from Bangkok to Koh Kood takes 7-8 hours (depending on the departure time).

As a rule, there are three transfers daily from two transport companies. The first option is offered by Boonsiri. The first branded minibus of this company leaves Bangkok at 05:00 in the morning and allows you to arrive at Koh Kood at noon. Boonsiri’s second minibus is more suitable for those who prefer to sleep longer in Bangkok. In this case, the minibus leaves from Bangkok at 07:30 in the morning and allows you to arrive on Koh Kood island until 16:00. The transfer fee does not depend on the departure time from Bangkok and is 900 THB. This price includes water and snacks. The current transfer schedule, its cost and availability for your dates, you can always on the website of the smart search for transport in Asia (link to the desired route, English version of the service).

Minibus pick-up point in Bangkok to Koh Kood

The Boonsiri minibus boarding point in Bangkok is The Street Hostel, located on 62 Ta Nee Road (see map). You will receive the detailed coordinates of the landing point in the voucher after payment. This street is located in the historical district of Bangkok, in the area of ​​the famous Khao San Rd. Given that there are no underground or surface metro stations in this area of ​​the city, it is easiest to spend the night somewhere nearby. I could recommend the same The Street Hostel for the night before the transfer, but it is very popular and it is not easy to reserve places in this hostel. At the same time, there are always many other options for budget housing in the area and with the help of a smart hotels search  you can always choose the best option.

Comfortable high-speed catamaran to Koh Kood

The second transport company is called SuperJet and allows you to get from Bangkok to the island of Koh Kood for the same price – 900 THB. At the same time, the landing place on the minibus is Victory Monument Square (southeast corner). On the one hand, this place has good transport accessibility thanks to the nearby BTS SkyTrain station. But since the minibus from Bangkok leaves at 05:00 in the morning, and you must arrive at the pick-up point earlier, you can’t use the SkyTrain because it doesn’t work at night. As a result, you must either use a taxi or spend the night in the Victory Monument area. By the way, in my previous article Santiphap Park in Bangkok I just gave links to good hotels, because this park is located 5 minutes walk.

SuperJet minibus boarding point to Koh Kood Island

The rest of the transfer is very similar to the previous one: a minibus to the pier in the province of Trat, a 45-minute ferry ride to Koh Kood island and a taxi to the hotel door. All connections on the route are guaranteed and you will arrive at your hotel on the island at 13:30 (the best time to check into your room). This option has only one drawback – it is very popular and there are no empty seats for many dates. Therefore, when using the smart search for transport in Asia, you can only see an option from Boonsiri (for a trip from Koh Mak Island to Bangkok for some reason there is no such problem).

How to get from Koh Kood to Bangkok (2 options)

Getting to Bangkok with Koh Kood is also easy. For this you can use return transfers from Boonsiri and Superjet. In the first case, your path will also consist of three stages and will not cause problems. A taxi will pick you up from any hotel on the island of Koh Kood and take you to the pier of this island. Next, you will make your way to the mainland pier on a high-speed catamaran. Finally, the Boonsiri minibus takes you to the Khao San Road area in Bangkok. If you wish, you can leave the bus along the way if it passes by the area of ​​interest to you in the capital. The transfer fee of Koh Kood Bangkok is also 900 THB. At the same time, the departure time from the hotel on the island of Koh Kood is at 08:00 and 10:00, and the duration of the trip is 8-9 hours.

Cabin of SuperJet speed ferry to Koh Kood Island

The second option to get to Bangkok from the island of Koh Kood is to use a transfer from SuperJet. This option also includes a taxi from the hotel, a ferry to the mainland pier and a minibus to Bangkok. But there are differences: not a catamaran is used, but the proprietary SuperJet high-speed ferry. Despite its large size, the ferry is very modern and has a high speed. Due to this, the transfer duration is also 8 hours. This option has an advantage: in Bangkok you will be delivered to Victory Monument. Nearby there is the BTS SkyTrain underground station of the same name. About 750 meters away is Phaya Thai BTS Station, from which City Line trains leave for Suvarnabhumi Airport. The cost is the same – 900 THB, and you can check the availability of seats using the smart search for transport in Asia (link to the Koh Kood – Bangkok route).

Thus, you can use several transfers daily from Bangkok to Koh Kood and back. Alternatives include a trip from Bangkok to Koh Chang and the use of local boats to travel to Koh Kood. The option is more complex and more long in time. You can also try to get to the city of Trat, use local transport to the pier on the mainland and buy a ferry ticket at the pier. Given that a regular ferry ticket costs 500 THB one way and does not include taxi transfers to the hotel (+100 THB per person), the option is complicated and disadvantageous. Enjoy your trip and have a good rest on Koh Kood.

The post Getting from Bangkok to Koh Kood and back first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Santiphap Park – location in Bangkok

Santiphap Park is located in the Victory Monument BTS SkyTrain station area. The distance from the exit from the BTS station is just over 500 meters, so you can easily walk to the park in 5-7 minutes. On the Bangkok map below, you can see that there are two ways to get to Santiphap Park from BTS Station. A simpler option is the one marked with blue dots on the map (along Rang Nam Alley). The area of ​​the park is only 8 acres. At the same time, the park has the shape of a very narrow rectangle with sides of 420 and 90 meters.

Location of Santiphap park in Bangkok (and way from BTS station)

Features of Santiphap Park in Bangkok

Santiphap park in translation from Thai means Peace Park. It was opened to visitors in August 1998 and quickly became a favorite vacation spot for locals. As noted above, the park has a small area. But the space for walking is even more limited by several artificial reservoirs in various parts of the park. In one of the ponds you can see a bronze sculpture of a dove with an olive branch in its beak. It is a world-famous symbol of peace. Also at the entrance to the park you can see several quotes from the famous pacifist, philosopher and Buddhist monk Buddhadasa Bhikkhu.

Santiphap Park Hours in Bangkok (park closed at night)

The park is open daily from 05:00 a.m. to 21:00 p.m. Entrance is free for everyone, but there are restrictions. Santiphap Park is a place free of smoking and drinking alcohol. It is also forbidden to ride a bicycle and roller skates, walk animals and feed pigeons. The main visitors to the park are local residents who prefer to play sports on simulators and run in the morning and evening hours. Since there are many cheap and expensive hotels near Santiphap Park, you can also see foreigners in the park.

Exercise machines and horizontal bars are located not in one point of the park, but in several places around the perimeter. The length of the track for running in a circle is about 700 meters. In the central zone there are playgrounds that are more suitable for middle-aged children (not the smallest). These are various hills, ladders, bridges, etc. A large number of benches are located around the perimeter of the park and in the hot time of day they often remain free. At 18:00, free aerobics classes are held in the park for everyone (45 minutes in Thai, but everything is clear). You can find in Santiphap Park free toilets as well as many trash cans.

The 700 meter track around the park is good for running

Locals use Santiphap Park not only as a place for playing sports, but also as a resting place. Many people come with their products and have picnics on the lawn, near artificial ponds or among trees. Moreover, in the area a huge number of 7Eleven shops and picnic products can be bought on the way to the park and not taken from home. Santiphap Park is in very good condition as It is constantly attended by workers who monitor the order (mow the grass, remove fallen leaves, water the flowers and add new plants). For security and to maintain order, surveillance cameras are installed at various points in the park.

In the morning hours in the park there is a lot of shade and not too hot

I stayed at the small but inexpensive and comfortable Platinum Villa Hotel, which is located just a few minutes walk from Santiphap Park. But next to the park there are other hotels with a good price and a high rating of guests. For example, the Picnic Hotel is located to the right of the park, and three hotels with a rating higher than 8/10 border on the left at the park: Le Tada Residence Hotel, Le Tada Park View hotel and Royal View Resort. You can check the best hotel prices for your dates using the links.

Video review of Santiphap Park in Bangkok

Thus, Santiphap Park is a good place to relax in sports if you live in hotels near the BTS Victory Monument station or if you have free time in the city in this area. For example, when you want to visit the observation deck of the Baiyoke Sky Hotel before sunset and you need to spend about 1-2 hours before climbing to this high-rise. I hope my short overview of the park was useful to you and now you know exactly what you can expect from Santiphap Park in Bangkok. Have a nice rest!

The post Santiphap park in Bangkok – My Review! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Transfer Bangkok – Koh Lanta

The direct distance between the capital of Thailand and the island of Koh Lanta in the Andaman Sea is about 700 km. However, due to the lack of an airport on the island, you cannot overcome this distance with an airplane. This means that when traveling from Bangkok to Koh Lanta, you must use several types of transport and make transfers on the route. Sometimes it’s not easy to plan your movements correctly, given the fact that vehicles may be late. Therefore, in Thailand it is more convenient to use transfers, which include all stages of the route. The most important advantage of such transfers is guaranteed connections. This means that you buy one ticket and get a guarantee of delivery immediately to the end point of the route.

As I wrote above, the island of Koh Lanta is not a very popular destination, so today you can find only one transfer per day on the route Bangkok – Koh Lanta. Using the transport search service in Asia (link to the English version and the desired route), you can check the availability of seats for the date you need. You can also see that the offer includes four stages: 2 moving by big bus + moving by minibus + passenger ferry to Koh Lanta. Due to the large distance and a sufficiently large area that you must overcome by sea, the trip cannot be called too short. The total duration of a trip from Bangkok to Koh Lanta is about 18 hours. At the same time, the cost of moving is 1250 THB (or 40 USD at the current rate).

Special transfer from Bangkok to Koh Lanta (3 modes of transport)

The departure point for a large bus from Bangkok is Hua Lamphong Main Station. The landing point is located in the square in front of the station building. You can always find the map fragment and the exact coordinates of the bus boarding point in the voucher that you receive by email after paying for the transfer (see the example with Phuket in the photo). The service recommends arriving at the boarding place 30 minutes before the departure of the bus. In practice, delays sometimes occur and the bus arrives late in 10-30 minutes. This is not always pleasant, but it’s not worth worrying, because in any case, you must arrive on Koh Lanta on time. And your journey by bus will be shorter.

Departure after sunset and expect a bus on the street is not too hot. You can spend this time eating, as Near the station there are many cafes and street points with food. The large Paradive Travel bus, which takes passengers from Bangkok to Surat Thani, is not very new, but still comfortable enough for a long trip. I advise you to take a warm sweater or light jacket to the salon, as it can be cold at night due to the working air conditioner. Some experienced tourists take thick paper and scotch tape into Thai buses, which can be used to seal ducts over the seat.

Map and coordinates of the bus boarding point (example)

At the small bus station in the city of Surat Thani, you must change the bus and do the next leg to the city of Krabi with another large bus. To ensure that none of the passengers get lost and continue their journey in the right direction, bright stickers on clothes are used (from it do not leave marks after removal). By the end of the journey, you will have several such stickers on your clothes, because in Krabi you must again change the large bus to a minibus and make a short stretch of the way to the ferry pier. There you will board a ferry that takes you directly to the pier of Koh Lanta. Between several modes of transport there is free time, sometimes lasting more than an hour. As a rule, in places of transplant there is an opportunity to buy snacks and drinks.

The above method to get from Bangkok to Koh Lanta only seems complicated. In fact, logistics has been tested many times and such a transfer has been used for many years. The main thing is not to panic and try to trust the drivers and employees of the transport company, and they will already do everything to deliver you to the island on time. To get from the main pier of Koh Lanta (in the northern part of the island) to your hotel, you can use passenger pickups. You should focus on the price of 100 baht per person for delivery to the main beaches on the west coast of Koh Lanta.

From Bangkok to Koh Lanta – flight + minibus

The second way to get from Bangkok to Koh Lanta is by plane + minibus. In this case, you must separately purchase a ticket from Bangkok to Krabi, and then use a special minibus to the island. Here you can read how cheap and fast it is to get from Bangkok to Krabi. Considering that the cost of airplanes to Krabi when buying tickets early can be very low (for example, I flew on a morning flight for 620 THB), this option allows not only saving time, but also money.

Minibuses to Koh Lanta leave from the bus station in Krabi and from Krabi Airport. At the same time, there are many buses every day and if your plane arrives early and your bus leaves for Koh Lanta in a few hours, you can leave in the nearest minibus of this transport company without extra pay if there are free seats there. Travel from the bus station costs 359 THB, and from the airport – 500 THB. It is very important that the minibus not only takes you to the island of Koh Lanta, but takes you to the door of your hotel on this island.

Minibus options from Krabi Airport and Bus Station

If before you travel to Koh Lanta you want to spend a few days in Ao Nang or on the Railay Peninsula, you can use another transfer option – from any hotel in Ao Nang or Krabi to Koh Lanta. The cost of such a trip, which includes a taxi to the pier from the hotel and a ferry to Koh Lanta – 550 THB. The trip takes about 3 hours. This option does not include delivery to the hotel in Koh Lanta, so the total cost will be higher.

From Bangkok to Koh Lanta – the cheapest way

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Koh Lanta is to use a bus and minibus. In this case, you must purchase the cheapest ticket to night bus from Bangkok, which arrives in Krabi in the morning. The best option – buses from the southern bus station in Bangkok to Krabi, which depart at 17:30 or 19:30. These buses cost less than 750 THB and arrive in Krabi at 06:30 and 08:30 respectively. The rest of the way to the hotel on Koh Lanta, you can do on buses for 359 THB, which I wrote about above. In total, your journey will take less time than a ready transfer from Bangkok and will cost about 1100 THB. But there is a negative point: you will probably use a taxi to the South Bus Station in Bangkok (250-300 THB), which is located very far from the city center (in the southwestern part of the capital) and near which there are no BTS or MRT stations.

Thus, you have a choice of several options that allow you to get from Bangkok to Koh Lanta and further to your hotel on this island (which is easiest to find at the best price using the smart hotel search). At the same time, each has its advantages and disadvantages in terms of price, number of transfers and travel time. You can decide which method you prefer and use it for your trip to Koh Lanta and back. I wish you a pleasant trip and a good rest!

[ad#end]

The post How to get from Bangkok to Koh Lanta – Ways and Prices! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Advantages of car rental in Phuket
  

• Where you can rent a car in Phuket

• The advantages of car rental in Phuket online

• Rent a car in Phuket: practical tips

• Terms of rental car in Phuket and order of booking

Advantages of car rental in Phuket

If you are flying to Phuket as part of a group tour and you will travel for free by shuttle bus to the hotel from the airport and back. If you plan that all the time you will move around only near your hotel and in the area of nearby beach, it mean that rent a car in Phuket you definitely should not. Also, this service will not be available to you in the event that you or your companions do not know how to drive a car. But if you are an active tourist who wants to visit all the interesting places in Phuket to visit the most beautiful beaches of the island with a minimum number of tourists, or go on a fascinating trip by car to the neighboring resorts – for example, to the Krabi province – you definitely should think about renting a car Phuket. Especially that this service not only makes the vacation more complete, but also saves a lot of money.

One of the main disadvantages of Phuket – the presence of the local “mafia” of taxi drivers and tuk-tuk drivers. Local authorities, which every year promise to solve the problem of unreasonably high tariffs for travel in a taxi, in reality, nothing can change (I think they are interested in financially that nothing has changed). As a result, taxi drivers and tuk-tuks want to take from you about 8-10 USD for a ten-minute trip to the nearby beach and the same amount for the return journey. And this in a situation where the cost of renting a modern car with automatic transmission is 20-30 USD per day. Those. even for small trips to the nearby beach is more profitable to rent a car than to use local transport. And if you are going to visit the viewing platforms, lonely beaches, markets and shopping centers of the island – rent a car would be much cheaper than using a taxi for this purpose. Of course, in some cases it is convenient to use a motorbike, but there are also some nuances, which can be found on the page “What is better for rent in Phuket – car or motorbike.”

Where you can rent a car in Phuket

It is possible to rent a car in Phuket as in large international companies and small local offices for car rental. In general, car rental service is very popular in Phuket and in general in Thailand, so in the country are almost all global companies in this area: Hertz, Avis, National, Budget, Europcar, etc. Typically, most offices are located in the airport and on popular beaches also. Rent for a day is an average of 900 THB or more (depending on the vehicle class), and may be slightly reduced during long-term lease. The advantage of this option is a big fleet of modern vehicles with automatic transmission (and this is very good for the right-hand drive vehicles, especially if in the your country car steering wheel on the left side ), the availability of insurance against theft and accidents and good technical condition of vehicles.

Rent a car in Phuket – rental services in airport terminal

The second option – rent a car in small private offices, which are located on the popular beaches. The cost of renting here will be similar or even higher (possible bargain), and the technical condition of the car can be both good and bad. Among the possible problems – fraud when you return the car, when the car owner requires the  money to repair the alleged new scratches on the body or increased compensation for repair costs in case of accident. Also, some shortcoming is registration of the contract only in Thai. I do not discourage you to use a lease option in small local firms, but I advise you very carefully inspect the car before renting and fixing even minor damage on a special form (especially on the bumpers, sills, wheels and tires), carefully examine the insurance and the availability of the franchise, as well as in any case do not leave your passport as a deposit.

When renting a car on the island in large rolling offices, you can avoid most of the problems identified. It is important that rent a car in Phuket, you can immediately after arrival to the island, because the major car rental companies have offices at the airport. Think for yourself: a taxi ride to the beaches of Karon and Kata will cost you 900-1000 baht in the one direction and the same fare back. In the same amount would cost you to rent a car for a day, ie, Two days rent to some extent can be considered for free. Unlike private companies, which concerned about the maximum benefit for themselves one times, major car rental companies strive to provide the highest quality service and making you a regular customer (not just at the time of rental in Phuket, but also in other countries).

The advantages of car rental in Phuket online

The main advantage of renting a car in Phuket in large rolling offices – the possibility of online booking and big discounts for long-term lease. Also is better to book a car in Phuket Airport are not directly in a particular company, and use the services of a special broker, which has information on all available cars on your dates. That broker is an international service “Rentalcars”, through which you can in a few minutes to check the presence of vehicles on the dates you have selected at once in all rolling offices, choose your favorite model, to quickly compare prices and terms of the car rent Phuket. Using online search car rental service, you can use a number of important advantages of this service:

★ Automatically receive significant discounts on long-term lease (just check the price of rent for a day or for a week and you’ll see it);

★ An important advantage for the foreign customers – service support more than 40 popular languages and you will sign the contract for your native language. Even if you know good English, to understand some of the technical issues in their native language will be much easier and faster.

★ The ability to choose the car with full insurance with no deductible (more on this – see below);

★ Free cancellation of booking cars in Phuket (if the trip to the island fell through or otherwise);

★ The lack of limits on daily mileage;

★ The absence of a ban on travel outside of Phuket;

★ Save time – you have an opportunity for a few minutes to check the prices and conditions at once all existing rolling offices, without having to visit the office of each of them;

★ Possibility to read reviews and see ratings of car rental companies on various criteria;

★ Saving of money. Early booking allows you to select a car at the best price, while on arrival at Phuket your choice will be severely limited by the remaining cars are not the best price. In addition, lower prices than under the direct renting in a car rental company online.

★ The ability to pre-book a car with one or more children’s seats from 100 baht per day;

★ professional counseling and service in your native language.

You can trust the Rentalcars during rental car in Phuket!

Rent a car in Phuket: practical tips

As I wrote earlier, it is best to use an online service for booking Rentalcars, which has been operating for many years and is the most authoritative in the field of car rental in the world. However, you should know a few nuances, which are listed below.

The price of rent cars in Phuket is very dependent on the length of rental

Do not look for a car for one day – it’s not too rational, and you will be pleasantly surprised when you see the price of a long-term lease. For example, rent a beautiful new SUV Honda BRV with an automatic transmission for a day will be 55-60 USD, but if you rent this car for 5 days, you will pay only $ 40 per day. If the four of you, it’s only about $ 10 per day per person! If you rent this car for a month, the price will fall below 35 USD per day. The situation is similar to the low-end cars. One day rental costs about 30 USD, and when renting for at least three days, the price is reduced to 24-25 USD per day or up to 18-19 USD per day when renting for a month.

Pay attention to the presence of the franchise and its size

Almost all the cars, that you can rent in Phuket, presuppose the existence of the franchise, ie, the minimum amount that is not covered by insurance. As a rule, the amount of the franchise is from 4,000 to 10,000 Baht (or from 110 to 290 USD). This means that the insurance company reimburse all damage just over specified in the contract amount, and smaller damage of a car you must to reimburse from your wallet. Given the fact that the most frequent vehicle injuries are scratches on the body or broken lights, this is for you is not very favorable conditions. However, there is good news: if you carefully read the terms of the lease, you may notice that some car rental companies in Phuket offer insurance at “zero deductible”, ie absolutely all the damage paid by the insurance company. I recommend that you use such the lease option, even though it will cost 10-20 USD per week more.

Rent a car in Phuket – look carefully the conditions of the deductible

If the selected vehicle can not be booked without any franchise, you can choose a company with a minimum deductible. And remember that the franchise is not in order to get from you as much money as possible. Rather, it is an incentive for a more responsible and careful use of car and maintain in good condition for the next customer. Therefore, it is not a reason to avoid the rental car in Phuket (unless, of course, this is not a small private hire firm with questionable quality cars and a deductible in the amount of 10-15 thousand baht). When using the recommended service online booking of cars, the presence of a franchise can be seen in the chapter  “Ts &Cs”, which can be found next to the car rental company under the photo of the selected car. By the way, for some reason most often rental without deductible available when renting SUVs.

Use your smartphone as a road navigator

Most car rental companies will offer you rent navigator. It would seem very convenient in travel to another country thing, if it were not for one circumstance. Often (but not always) rental price of this equipment is almost half the cost of renting a car, all that defies any logic. More cheap for you to buy a navigator and take it than to rent. Therefore, if you want to save money and to use this device while resting, set the mobile road navigator  on your smartphone and upload useful maps (in this case, map of Phuket or full map of Thailand). To date, there are free maps, but you can use generally Google Maps if you wish, though it will have to use the mobile Internet in Thailand.

[ad#end3]

Better to book a car rental at Phuket airport and advance

As has been described above, early booking increases your chances of finding the right car class with attractive price. Moreover, when you try to book a car for a few days before the flight to Phuket, you can see in the search results for you sad phrase, “We’re sorry, but the companies we work with in Phuket don’t have any cars available.” By the way, almost all rental companies offer a free cancellation of the reservation 48 hours before the commencement of the lease, so you need not worry about losing money when, for whatever reason, you can not to be on holiday in Phuket or a rental car on the island.

Specify the point of receipt and return of the vehicle when searching

Although it is possible to return the car in a different place, such a possibility is often charged extra. In the case of Phuket it is possible to rent a car at the airport and return it to another location (for example, in Patong) at no additional cost. This option is useful in cases when you rent a car in Phuket is not the whole period of leave, but only for a few days. It is not always for free, so you need compare prices and decide exactly what is more important and more convenient (car return in a different place or to save money). Please note that online car booking system, the standard error may be present in some browsers. When you do not specify the item return of the car, then on any date, even in half a year, you may see a message about the lack of cars on the selected day or period. When filling out all of the search form, the cars on the same dates miraculously appear :).

Rent a car in Phuket – do not forget to put a tick or select point of return

Use a credit card to rent cars in Phuket

International experience in the field of car rental includes the use of credit card. Please note: not debit or prepaid cards, namely credit card. Of course, just the amount for a rental car in Phuket you can pay the usual bank card over the Internet. But when you show the usual banking debit card in the process of registration of the lease at the rental desk, if even on the balance of this card will be the amount of money which would be enough to buy a car entirely, you can be denied in car rentals and even pay a fine of 1-2 days car rental.

Therefore I recommend to learn the offers of banks in your area and choose a credit card with the best terms and conditions. A rental car company usually “freezes” a certain amount in the account (for example, $ 200 or $ 500) to the end of the lease. Therefore, it is desirable that your bank is not charged for such a temporary “freeze money” commission. When you return the vehicle the deposit amount is returned to the account, but this procedure sometimes takes more than a week. In some cases, you can negotiate and make a deposit in cash. In this case, immediately after the return of the car, amount will be refunded to your wallet.

Terms of rental car in Phuket and order of booking

Since each car rental company offers its own conditions for car rental in Phuket, it makes no sense to dwell on this question in this article and waste your precious time. You can get acquainted with such conditions on the corresponding tab in the search results (see. Figure). There are painted in detail the requirements for documents, credit cards, fuel policy, rules for obtaining and return lists included and not included in the price of cars in Phuket services, etc. In general, the rules are almost identical, but you can find some differences too.

Rent a car in Phuket – detailed lease terms

Once you have chosen a car that you are satisfied with the cost and terms of the lease, you must click on the button “Book Now” and select additional options if necessary. For example, you can get additional insurance with full coverage on everything damage (including glass and wheels) and theft, but in my opinion the cost of this service is too high, especially if you already have chosen cars with zero deductible. About rent road navigator I wrote above, but at rest with children in Phuket rent a baby seat will not be superfluous. On this same page, you may notice that additional options are payable in cash when receiving the car.

Next, go to the booking page and write your contact information: name, surname, email address, etc. and click on the button “Book Now”. After payment to your email arrives your full contract with the service description (with using your native language). All documents, it is desirable to print and take with you to Phuket, but can simply be stored in electronic form on the smartphone. Then you arrive at Phuket and go with the documents (passport, driving license, credit card etc.) to the selected car rental companies. Please note that vehicle inspection and final clearance is required from 30 minutes to an hour.

During the inspection (and it happens even at zero franchise) note any damage and test the air conditioner, window washer, headlights, brake lights and other lighting devices (as is done in front of safety standards). And when you will be return the car, make sure that an manager of office wrote in a sheet inspection by the fact that you returned the car without new damage (if they were not in reality), and with a full tank. This will be an additional guarantee that your deposit amount not will be written off after no “to compensation for damage”, which was not in really. However, such cases of fraud usually occur only with small private offices for car rental.

I Hope, the information in this article will allow you to cast aside all doubts and use in practice all the advantages of car rental in Phuket, raising their vacation on the island on a completely different level. Observe the traffic regulations, do not drive drunk, and enjoy your holiday. And if you’ve rented a car in Phuket before, your feedback can be left in the comments to this article. Wish you enjoyable and safe journeys!

[ad#end2]

The post Car rental Phuket – fares, advices, best places first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

Distance Pattaya – Hua Hin

Both resort cities are located in the northern part of the Gulf of Thailand, however, on different sides of Bangkok. As a result, the distance by the land between these cities is more than three times higher than the direct distance on the map. And this makes it somewhat difficult to move from Pattaya to Hua Hin, but mainly when using road transport – buses and taxis. But the use of sea transport – high-speed ferries – fully reduces both the distance and the trip time. More details about each type of transport are below on the page.

Pattaya – Hua Hin – distance and location on the map of Thailand

Bus from Pattaya to Hua Hin – schedule and prices

Traditionally for Thailand, the most budgetary way to move between cities is a regular bus. The Pattaya-Hua Hin route is no exception. Today, there is only one bus in each direction, but the bus schedule is very convenient. As always, you can see the current schedule and availability seats in a bus on your dates in advance using the transport search service in Asia. The bus leaves from Pattaya at 11:00 in the morning and arrives in Hua Hin at 17:00. This means that if you wish, you can swim in the morning in Pattaya and slowly check out of the hotel. And after arriving in Hua Hin, even before sunset, get to your hotel and, possibly, also visit the beach.

The cost of a VIP-24 class bus ride (with soft wide seats) is 510 THB (about 17 USD). The duration of the trip is indicative and, as a rule, the bus arrives in Hua Hin ahead of schedule. Please note that the bus leaves from Pattaya North Bus Station, and arrives at the New Bus Terminal in Hua Hin. This terminal is located near the city airport. To get to your hotel, you must additionally use local transport (pickup), which will cost 100-200 THB depending on the distance (bargaining is always appropriate). The return trip can be done in the same way (you can order a transfer to the bus station in almost any hotel).

VIP-24 bus from Pattaya to Hua Hin and back

Hotels in Hua Hin are quite good and there are many inexpensive options for those who want to save money. And if you want a 5-star resort on the first line, these offers are also available in Hua Hin and the resort town of Cha Am, which is located about 15 km north of the bus station. Using this direct link to Hua Hin hotels, you can find a large number of hotels costing up to 15-35 USD per day. Some of these hotels and guesthouses are located on the first line and these are really attractive offers.

How to get from Pattaya to Hua Hin by ferry

As I noted above, the duration of the trip from Pattaya to Hua Hin by bus is no more than 6 hours (usually less). However, there is a much faster and more interesting way to get to Hua Hin from Pattaya, or to make such a journey in the opposite direction. We are talking about modern ferries, which daily make sea voyages between these cities. If you had a rest in Pattaya and visited the main city pier – Bali Hai pier, you probably saw the necessary ferry there. In this case, we are not talking about old ferries with open decks that take tourists to Koh Larn and which cover a distance of 8 km in 45 minutes.

Modern closed ferries with soft seats run from Pattaya to Hua Hin and back. And these are actually high-speed ferries, because they cover a distance of about 110 km in just 2 hours. The ferry schedule from Pattaya to Hua Hin and back is as follows:

Pattaya to Hua Hin Ferry: 13:00 (01:00 p.m.)

Hua Hin to Pattaya Ferry: 15:45 (03:45 p.m.)

As you can see, the return trip is somewhat longer in duration due to the direction of rotation of our planet. And the ferry that departs at 15:45 from Hua Hin arrives at the Bali Hai pier in Pattaya at 18:00. A ferry from Pattaya arrives at the main city pier of Hua Hin city, which is located in the southern part of the city, next to a very picturesque rock. Since the arrival time is standard, you will not have problems with local transport to get to the hotel in any part of Hua Hin. The return transfer from the hotel to the pier is also not a problem.

Hua Hin to Pattaya Ferry at Hua Hin Pier

The cost of the high-speed ferry Pattaya-Hua Hin and the ferry Hua Hin-Pattaya is 1250 THB (about 41 USD), and this is about 2.5 times higher than the cost of a bus ticket. In general, a sea trip can be very attractive if you are willing to pay more for it than a trip on a VIP bus. But if speed is your priority, then there is no faster way to get from Pattaya to Hua Hin (you can order a helicopter, but this service is many times more expensive).

Taxi from Pattaya to Hua Hin – when is it profitable

You can order a taxi transfer from Pattaya to Hua Hin and back using the transport search in Asia or find a taxi directly in Pattaya. The cost of a trip to Hua Hin from Pattaya will be around 3300-3500 THB. It’s not cheap when it comes to one passenger. But if you divide the cost of the trip by 3-4 passengers, then the price for each of them will be quite adequate (from 850 THB). After all, a taxi transfer is a trip from hotel to hotel at no extra charge. While using a ferry or bus you have to pay extra for a trip to the bus station or to the pier, and then from the bus station or pier to the hotel in the second city. A taxi ride takes about 4-5 hours.

Also do not forget that you can always use various types of transport to travel from Patatya to Hua Hin and back. For example, you can go from Pattaya by high-speed ferry or taxi, and for the return trip use the VIP bus (or vice versa). Such a scheme will make your trip more original and memorable. I hope the information on this page was useful for you and now you can easily plan your vacation in Thailand with a vacation in Pattaya and Hua Hin. Have a nice trip!

The post How to get from Pattaya to Hua Hin Fast and Cheap first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

In the article How to get to Bangkok from Suvarnabhumi airport I already described the advantage of trains from Bangkok airport to the center of Bangkok. It was about buying a special token at the airport for 45 THB. That method is still relevant, but not without flaws. Today it is possible to buy a train ticket online from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok. This method is not only more convenient for passengers, but also allows you to save. You can buy a train ticket online with Klook. This service is used by all experienced tourists to save not only on transport, but also on entertainment, because entrance tickets and excursions purchased through Klook are always sold at a pleasant discount.

This is what Klook at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport looks like.

If we are talking about a train from Bangkok airport to the city, then Klook allows you to buy a ticket for only 40 THB instead of 45 THB when buying a token through a machine at the airport. This is actually the most affordable way, but saving 5 THB is not the main point. When you descend to the lower level of Suvarnabhumi Airport, you will surely come across a large line to the token vending machine. Especially if you arrived in the daytime, when every hour the airport receives several dozen aircraft.

Buying a train ticket online can save you time. Such a scheme works as follows. Initially, registration for the Klook service is required. It is very simple and you only need to provide an email address and come up with a password. The address is needed in order to receive your electronic ticket (voucher) after paid. On this page (link to the English version of website, but you can choose a different language if necessary), you select the desired date (1), the desired direction (2) and the number of passengers (3). Next, click on the “Book Now” button and choose a payment method convenient for you (see the screenshot).

Buying a Train Ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok

After you pay for the ticket, you will receive a voucher with a QR code on your email. You can print the voucher, but you can just save it on your mobile phone. After arriving in Bangkok, you go down to level “B” at the airport (you should go down along the escalators and blue signs “Train to City.” By the way, this is where you can find currency exchange points with the best exchange rate, because in the arrivals area the VERY disadvantageous rate. Read more about this on the page Currency exchange in Bangkok – The best points in Bangkok. At the Klook company counter you show a voucher (printed or on the phone). A Klook representative quickly scans your unique QR code and issues a small paper ticket for a train to Bangkok. the diagram below you can in go Klook rack location at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Unlike a token that you can buy at a vending machine for 45 baht, you should not use an automatic turnstile to enter the station. You just show the ticket to the ARL (Airport Rail Link) employee and it opens the door to the station at the airport. In the same way, you give your ticket at the exit at the Phaya Thai station in Bangkok and go out into the city (or go to the BTS Phaya Thai station). If you plan to live in Bangkok near the MRT (Bangkok Subway), then you can take the blue ARL train from the airport only to Makkasan Station and go to the MRT line.

Location of Klook rack at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

In fact, this is the best way to get from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok cheaply and not lose time in traffic jams. I also remind you that you can use the Kiwitaxi transfer from airport for trips to Bangkok or Pattaya at a fixed price (on the highway without traffic jams). It is also possible to buy a return ticket to Suvarnabhumi Airport from Bangkok. You can exchange a ticket voucher at the Klook counter in the Siam Center at BTS Siam Station.

The post How to get from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok for 40 THB first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• How to quickly get from the airport to Bangkok by train
  

• How to get from the airport to Bangkok by bus
  

• Taxi from Suvarnabhumi airport to Bangkok city
  

How to quickly get from the airport to Bangkok by train

As the largest and one of the most modern airports throughout Southeast Asia, Suvarnabhumi is only on the 4th year after its opening, got rid of the main disadvantage. Until then, passengers that’s had the opportunity to fly to Thailand cheap, did not have the ability to quickly and cheaply get to Bangkok city from the airport. Only in 2010 for the convenience of passengers, launched special railway lines – Airport Rail Link. Moreover, all who arrived at the airport and fly away from it were able to select from two type of trains, each of which has its advantages and disadvantages.

Externally both trains look the same, but the first train, called the City Line, painted in blue color and runs between the railway airport and the final station, which is called Phaya Thai  with all the stops along the way. This train makes a stop on every station along the route. This means that if you eat to the final station, then you need to go to the seventh stop. However, the total time on the blue train on the road is just over 20 minutes, so this form of transport from Suvarnabhumi Airport can be attributed to rapid transit. The fare from the airport to the last station is 45 THB (data 2017).

City Line and Express Line trains – best way from airport to Bangkok

Train of Express Line with red stripes on the side, comes up to the fifth station in the course of the movement called Makkasan and as it is clear already from the name, make this way in non-stop. The cost of express trains is already 150 baht. Is it worth it to pay more than three times in order to get from the airport to Bangkok just for 10-12 minutes faster – you decide. Personally I do not use the express train line, as I do not care a somewhat larger number of passengers in the train “blue” line. But it is often referred to as the main drawback of the cheaper trains: the locals often use it City Line for commuting and in other cases, and during peak hours in these trains can be crowded.

Usually my planes arrives in Thailand in the morning, and the morning trains City Line from the airport go half-empty, and there are always free seats, and back to the airport I get on other modes of transport. Here it should be noted that the endpoint of cheaper trains City Line – Phaya Thai – is also the Bangkok Skytrain station (BTS), so if your way forward involves moving in the Bangkok by BTS, the choice of City Line is even more justified. Another incentive that can tip the scales in favor of Citi Line is to save 105 baht – this amount is more than enough to quickly get from Bangkok to Pattaya. Hopefully, you have already read the article “How to get from Bangkok airport to Pattaya: all options“ and you know that to get to the popular resort of this is possible directly from the airport without having to move to the thai capital, from which to Pattaya farther than from Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Map of City Line and Express Line trains in Bangkok

If you plan to use the underground line of the Bangkok, you have to go to Makkasan station and it can be done by using both types of trains from the airport. By the way, there is information that in the coming years the Makkasan station will be a place, where everyone will be able to do the registration for your flight, and even deliver your luggage for subsequent loading into the aircraft. Generally, the metro in Bangkok is a big separate topic, so if you want to know how fast and for little money to move around the capital of Thailand, I advise you to read the article “BTS Skytrain in Bangkok: secrets of use” and “MRT – Bangkok’s underground metro”.

If you decide to use one of the following trains to get from the airport to Bangkok, you have to go down to the ground floor of the airport. Pre-advise to walk on the information stand in the arrivals area (2nd floor) and take at least one good map of Bangkok, which will help you in the further movement in the capital of Thailand. Speaking of the ground floor, I mean not the first, and zero, ie, located below ground level. When you will go down to the first floor, you need follow the big blue signs that say «Train to City» with train icon.

Blue sign of the way to City Line and Express Line trains in Suvarnabhumi airport

Code you go down the escalator, you will need to purchase a ticket to ride. If you come to Thailand for the first time, it is precisely at this point you have to get used to the fact that tickets need to be purchased using special terminals, which are installed near the turnstiles. No special difficulties should arise. Choose a route to the final station of the screen, the number of passengers and tuck notes in 50 or 100 baht, then get your ticket and change. A small tip: on the way to the train at the bottom of the airport you can find the exchange office with the best exchange rates (currency exchange in the arrivals hall is very unfavorable).

If you do something wrong, you can always ask for help from local residents or other, more experienced tourists. I recommend also to get used to the fact that the chips and cards on the subway in Bangkok must be maintained during the trip, because they need to be lowered into a turnstile at the entrance and at the exit of the subway (in Bangkok everywhere used differentiation fare system based on distance ). Perhaps it may not seem particularly important given the short distance, but if my article is intended to be complete lighting issue, I can say that both types of trains are well air-conditioned. In the Express Line carriages are installed the soft seats, and on top there are luggage racks. The train is City Line a low plastic seats and luggage will have to place on the floor of the railway carriage.

The main drawback Airport Rail Link – its operating time. To get from the airport to Bangkok by train and back is possible only with 06:00 am to 00:00 nights, ie if your plane arrives at Suvarnabhumi after 11:00 pm, or your plane departs from Bangkok 08:00 earlier in the morning, you will either have to wait long at the airport, or to use other modes of transport, about which you can read below. On this page you can find detailed instructions that allow you to buy an online train ticket from the airport to Bangkok for just 40 THB and without queues at the airport.

How to get from the airport to Bangkok by bus

You can get from the airport to Bangkok by bus

I want to just remind you that you can get cheaply from Suvarnabhumi Airport by minibus to the famous Khaosan Road, in the historic part of Bangkok. For information about this method can be found on page: How to get from Suvarnabhumi to Khao San Rd. To get to one of the points you are interested in Bangkok by bus or Mini Bus, you need to initially get to the Public Transportation Center, which is close to the airport. You can do this on a free airport bus (shuttle-bass), which departs from Gate №5. Next, you need select one of the routes of public transport, interpretation of which is shown below.

Bus № 549. Suvarnabhumi – Min Buri;
Bus № 550. Suvarnabhumi – Bang Kapi;
Bus № 551. Suvarnabhumi – Victory Monument;
Bus № 552. Suvarnabhumi – On Nut;
Bus № 552A. Suvarnabhumi – Sam Rong;
Bus № 553. Suvarnabhumi –Samut Prakan;
Bus № 554. Suvarnabhumi –Don Muang Airport;
Bus № 555. Suvarnabhumi – Rangsit;
Bus № 558. Suvarnabhumi – Central Rama 2;
Bus № 559. Suvarnabhumi – Future Park Rangsit.

All of the routes of buses and minibuses go in the day time from the bus terminal at intervals of about 20 minutes while reaching a final stop for 1-2 hours. The exact time when it is difficult to predict the arrival, as their speed is highly dependent on current road conditions and availability of traffic jams. Personally for me option with the buses did not seem especially attractive when there is a fast and comfortable trains. But if you are interested in a place at Bangkok, which can be direct access to the buses and Mini Bus from the airport, the option can be considered. Also recall that the bus terminal (Public Transport Center) sent and several intercity buses (in Trat, Pattaya, Nong Khai, Rayong, etc).

Taxi from Suvarnabhumi airport to Bangkok city

For those who are afraid of some difficulties ordinary taxis in Bangkok, I can recommend an excellent international service Kiwitaxi. You can order and even (if you want) to pay online (fully or partially) a taxi in advance, after coordinating the entire itinerary and price. When you arrive in Bangkok, taxi driver will meet you in the airport arrivals area as a VIP person, with holding a sign, where it will be your name. Then you just go with the driver to the car and get to the destination (not necessarily in Bangkok, by the way). As you can see, option simple and convenient, at any time of the day. But in some cases, this taxi will be slightly more expensive than ordinary taxis.

In any case, taxi from Suvarnabhumi airport will be the most expensive and in combination with one of the fastest way. The second safe way to find a taxi on arrival at the airport is the descent from the arrivals area (2nd floor) on the first floor of the airport and follow the signs for «Public Taxi» to the official taxi reception, which produces an extract of the receipt showing your destination. When at the same time with you to Bangkok arrives a few more flights, taxi at the counter may be a little queue of passengers, but it moves quickly and does not need to be afraid to get stuck in the queue for a long time.

You can get from the airport to Bangkok by taxi

During the ordering  of taxi sufficient basic knowledge of the English language, but I think if you just say the name of your hotel or the street in Bangkok, where it is located, problems with understanding will not. And the amount that you need to pay, you can see on a piece or a calculator. By the way, in the article “Money in Thailand. Exchange rates in Thailand today, “I described in detail why it is not necessary to change large amounts of money at the Bangkok airport (who wants to save – you can read). The receipt, which you will be given at the front desk, you need give to taxi  supervisor outside the airport building. He will take it from you and exchange the receipt to another, in which all the details of the upcoming trip will be listed.

Also, do not be surprised and do not be afraid that the taxi driver may ask you to pay special airport fee, amounting currently 50 Thai Baht (the amount you pay for a taxi driver from entering the airport’s arrival area). When you planting in a free taxi car, taxi driver can ask to look with one eye to your a ticket. But do not give it for him forever, because it is a guarantee that you will be able to find a taxi driver in the event of any trouble (for example, when forgotten in a taxi that one of the things). I remind you that the official taxi service must use during the counter movement (METER taxi). Usually, taxi drivers from the airport official stand is not necessary to remind you to turn on the meter, but if you notice that the meter does not work, you should remind the driver about it.

You can order a taxi from the airport of Bangkok advance

The tariff for landing at Bangkok’s taxi is 35 baht, while the amount included in the first 2 kilometers. During the taxi ride from the airport in Bangkok you will have to pay more and travel on toll roads. But there is a small amount (from 25 to 45 baht depending on the distance and time of day), and you are virtually guaranteed to avoid the traffic jams that occur on free roads. This toll will have to pay twice (two points), and the necessary amount will be shown to you on the electronic scoreboard and printed on the check after you pay the fee.

As a result, the cost of travel from Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok will cost you between 300 to 500 THB given directions on the toll road, a 50-baht fee in the airport and a small tip the taxi driver (the last item is not mandatory, but if the service is like, and you can thank a taxi driver in a small amount of 10-20 baht). I advise you to change money at the airport to ask in the exchanger at least a few small denomination banknotes (20-50 baht). By the way, you can change your large bills into smaller ones at points where payment is made for travel on the toll road. You need have small banknotes, because sometimes the taxi driver can use a famous trick with the lack of change.

[ad#res2]

Slightly more complicated way to get from the airport to Bangkok is moving on a free airport bus terminal in the aforementioned article, Public Transport Center, where you can always find a free taxi. This method saves already due to the fact that the airport did not have to pay a fee of 50 baht. I hope my work will be in vain and you will not after reading this is not a small article will clearly understand all of the ways that will allow you an easy access from the airport in Bangkok, where you plan to rest for a few days or go from the capital to other resorts of the country.

[ad#end]

The post How to get to Bangkok from Suvarnabhumi airport first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

Way from Phuket to Koh Phangan on the map

From Phuket to Phangan – flight + ferry

The easiest option is a direct flight between the islands, in this case it is impossible due to the lack of an airport on the island of Phangan. Therefore, if you want to take advantage of domestic flights in Thailand, you will have to initially choose a flight to Koh Samui (which is about 10 km from Koh Phangan), and then travel by local transport or taxi to one of Koh Samui piers, and use a ferry or catamaran to Phangan Island. The disadvantage of this option is the high cost of the flight, because the airport on Koh Samui is owned by Bangkok Airways and low cost airlines do not fly there.

As a result, the cost of the flight Phuket-Samui is about 75-100 USD (2300-3000 THB). Next, you need to take a taxi to the Samui ferry piers and pay extra for the ferry to Koh Phangan. The nearest pier is Bangrak, which is located in the northern part of the island, near the main local landmark – the statue of the Big Buddha. In the article How to get from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – schedule and fares, I already described this route in detail, so I won’t repeat myself. I can only add that you can use the transportation in Asia search and buy a ready-made transfer, including a flight from Phuket to Koh Samui, a minibus to the pier and a ferry to Koh Phangan. All connections are guaranteed, but because of the expensive flight, this option is not budgetary and you may notice that it is unexpectedly long in time due to the long wait at the airport.

Best Price to flight from Phuket to Koh Phangan (Jetradar)

It turns out that it is easier to buy separately through Jetradar the cheapest ticket from Phuket to Koh Samui (see screenshot) and then travel on your own, without wasting time waiting. Another plus in favor of such an independent trip is the ability to choose a pier on Koh Phangan. For example, if you plan to take part in the Full Moon Party- the famous open air disco in Phangan, you can get from Samui Airport to Bangrak Pier and then use the boat directly to Haad Rin Beach on Koh Phangan. Ferries arrive in the opposite part of Phangan (Tong Sala pier) and you will need extra time and money to get to Haad Rin. That is, under the best of circumstances, your journey from Phuket to Phangan will take only about 3 hours.

Transfer Phuket – Koh Phangan – convenient and cheap

A much more interesting option from the point of view of costs – ready-made transfers between Phuket and Phangan Island. Since the island of Phuket is connected to the mainland by a road bridge, the Phuket-Phangan transfer includes a bus transfer to the ferry pier in Surat Thani province, and then a ferry or a large catamaran to Koh Phangan. Using the transport search service in Asia (link to the finished route) you can see that the transfer price starts from 550 THB, and this is 6-8 times cheaper than the flight option. All transfer options include morning departure from Phuket. This is no accident, because the ferries to Koh Phangan operate only during the day. There are also options for transfer to Phangan from Phuket Airport.

Transfer Phuket – Koh Phangan includes a bus + ferry ride

An important advantage of some options is the ability to pick you up at any hotel of the three popular beaches of Phuket – Patong, Karon and Kata. This means that you do not need to get to the bus stations in Phuket Town on your own, because this path is not entirely simple, especially in the morning hours. The cost of transfer at the same time increases by 50-200 THB. If you still want to save a little, you can try to get to the bus terminal number 2 in Phuket Town on your own for 30 baht, using my instructions. But keep in mind that you will have to leave the hotel very early and it will actually be difficult to get cheaply to Phuket Bus Terminal 2 by 08:00 in the morning.

Please note that various carriers operate on the route, including the Samui ferry companies directly: Seatran Discovery and Lomprayah. The former use older ferries in which you can be on deck during the sea route to Phangan or inside an air-conditioned room with rows of soft seats. Lomprayah uses newer high-speed catamarans, which have only one drawback: some passengers may feel motion sickness due to the speed of movement along the waves. If you are prone to motion sickness, do not forget to buy special pills. I also advise you not to forget to pick up your things from the luggage compartment of the bus before boarding a ferry or catamaran.

Cheapest transfer Phuket to Koh Phangan from Phantip

Phantip, a transport company, is also partnering with Seatran Discovery, whose ferries are more likely to make an additional stop on Koh Samui. However, the travel time for different carriers is almost the same and you should be prepared for the fact that on the road from Phuket to Phangan you will spend almost all of the daylight hours and arrive on the island at best after 17:00 in the evening. The only option that allows you to arrive on the island 1.5 hours before sunset and in daylight to get to the hotel in Phangan is the morning transfer from Phantip (at 08:00 from Bus Terminal No. 2). If you are not alone, then this is a good option, because the cost of a taxi to the bus station can be offset by the lowest transfer cost Phuket-Phangan (550 THB)

In this case, I do not consider the option of renting a car, even if you can find very good prices for car rental in Phuket. I hope the information on this page was interesting and useful for you and now you know what options are available to get from Phuket to Koh Phangan, what are their advantages and disadvantages. Also, you can always check the relevance of the schedule indicated in the article and the cost for the date you need, using the transportation in Asia search and planning all your transfers and flights during your holidays in Thailand.

The post How to get from Phuket to Koh Phangan – ways and prices first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

A visit to the Legend Siam park in just a few hours will allow you to easily get information about the past of Thailand and the present days of this Asian country. The park’s director general during the park’s opening ceremony admitted that there was initially a plan to create another Thai national style water park in the vicinity of Pattaya. However, marketing research unexpectedly showed that Western tourists are more interested in meditation and spiritual practices, and many tourists from China are more interested in the Thai culture. Therefore, the plans were changed and now anyone can find in the park a wide range of cultural entertainments and master the art of meditation.

Entrance gate to Legend Siam Park in Pattaya

Entrance to the park takes place through a giant gate, which guards by a huge statues of demons from Ramayana. Then visitors get into the first zone of the Legend Siam theme park, called the “Siam Village”. In this area of ​​the park you can get acquainted with the history of ancient Siam and see with your own eyes the significant architectural monuments of that time. Also here is represented the life of the people of ancient Siam and objects of culture of that time. For example, in this zone there are buildings from the time of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya – the ancient capital of Siam. And one of the main objects is the elephant Erawan and the statue of the deity Indra on his back. Also in the Siamese village a grand parade of elephants is held.

Statue of an elephant Erawan in the Legend Siam park (Pattaya)

The second zone of the Legend Siam park is called Araya Thai. There is also a large number of recreated ancient temples, including from Ayutthaya. This area of ​​the park has a traditional floating market and a market with a large selection of local produce and Thai fruits. The highlight of this part of the park is the selection of products and souvenirs from all 77 provinces of present-day Thailand. However, this is not just another large market or open-air museum. Widely used modern technology and special effects. You will see interesting scenes recreated using 3D technology, and you can also take part in interactive entertainment (some of which will definitely cause an adrenaline rush in the blood). Here you will see the reconstruction of the battles, including sword fighting and hand-to-hand combat with stuntmen, explosions and other special effects.

Entertainment area and houses of Ayutthaya in Legend Siam Park

The third zone of Legend Siam park is called Bhumi Pan Din and details the revolution in agriculture, authored by the late King Rama IX. It immediately details the achievements of modern Thailand and the development of the Thai economy. Tourists who are interested in local spiritual life can find out more about this in the Bhumi Pan Din area. An interesting feature of the park is the opportunity to visit in a national Thai costume. Currently, there are about 5 thousand costumes, and the planned attendance of Legend Siam Park is up to 20 thousand daily during the high season in Pattaya.

Temples of Ancient Siam in the Legend Siam Park (Pattaya)

The construction of the park cost investors 4 billion baht (more than 130 million USD). Currently, a simple admission ticket will cost only 350 THB. You can pre-pay for transportation by cpecial train, boats, buffet and some carousels, which are available only for a fee. In any case, even a simple admission ticket allows you to see a lot and it’s better to plan a full day to visit the Legend Siam Park, because in 5-6 hours you can only get around it without watching the show, food and other entertainments. Have a nice rest!

Location of Legend Siam Park on the map:

The post Legend Siam – a new theme park in Pattaya! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• The distance between Bangkok and Krabi

• Flights from Bangkok to Krabi – schedule and fares
  

• Bus from Bangkok to Krabi (route bus and tourist bus)
  

• Train from Bangkok to Krabi – how to use
  

• How to get from Bangkok to Krabi by taxi or car
  

The distance between Bangkok and Krabi

As has been described above, the direct distance between the capital and the center of the Thai province of Krabi – Krabi town, 650 km (406 miles). However, we can not just cover this distance in a straight line on the map. Therefore, a more useful to know the distance that must be overcome or that transport between the two cities. Distance between Krabi Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok and is 650 km (406 miles), between the airport and Krabi and Bangkok Don Muang airport – 665 km (414 miles). Given that all these airports are not located in urban areas, but only in the suburbs, the total distance that you must overcome, is increased by about 30 – 40 kilometers (18-25 miles).

The distance between the center of Bangkok and Krabi town center by road even more and is 783 kilometers (489 miles). In this case, the starting point in Bangkok is the Democracy Monument and in Krabi Town – urban municipality. The same distance will be between the Krabi Bus Station and South Bus Station in Bangkok (which is best used for travel on this route). But if you decide to use the bus, whose route begins at the North Bus Station in Bangkok – Mo Chit Bus Terminal – the distance to Krabi will be even more – 792 km (795 miles).

Distance from Bangkok to Krabi – it depends on the type of transport

If we talk about the distance between Bangkok and Krabi on the train, then you should remember that in Krabi no railroad. Therefore, choosing the train, you have to be ready to overcome part of the way from the capital to the province by bus from the town of Surat Thani or Trang (it centers adjacent to Krabi). Thus, using the trains the distance between Bangkok and Krabi will be at least 960 km or 600 miles when traveling through Trang, and not less than 795 km (497 miles) at a trip through Surat Thani. Read more about the use of trains and their value – see below.

Flights from Bangkok to Krabi – schedule and fares

Flights on the route Bangkok – Krabi are the best option for those who have a limited time of rest and does not suffer from budget constraints. Approximate flight time from Bangkok to Krabi – 1 hour and 20 minutes, ie, between takeoff and landing it takes very little time. Option is most convenient for those who arrive in Bangkok at the main  airport of the country – Suvarnabhumi –  and later use the local airline flight, flying from this airport to Krabi Airport (Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways). The disadvantage of this option for a long time there was only one – a sufficiently high price for domestic air travel tickets. But now you have the opportunity to buy air tickets from Bangkok to Krabi cheap and from Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Using the search form posted above, you have the possibility to buy cheap flight tickets from Thai Smile airlines – from 30 USD for the flight in one direction. I draw your attention that tickets for aircraft of this airline is often not available when searching with using the popular world aggregators (eg Jetradar that I normally use and would recommend). Also i want recall that the cheapest flights Bangkok – Krabi flights usually morning and evening, and afternoon flights are more expensive.

Those who value every minute of their stay in travel and can not afford to waste time on a long trip by train, by bus or by car from Bangkok to Krabi, but and at the same time you do not have the possibility to buy cheap flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport, i can recommend to search flights of Thai low-cost airlines: Thai AirAsia, Lion Air and Nok Air. The cost of tickets for the route Bangkok – Krabi in this case also will be very  democratic and almost not differ from the price of the ticket on the VIP bus, which overcomes a route for a much longer time.

Using flight search form above, you can see that on the same date of the cost of the flight various airlines on the route Bangkok – Krabi vary significantly. So, while flying one way low cost airlines want fare for the air ticket of just $ 29- $ 40 (or 27-38 euro), while the more expensive – from $70 to $130. If we are talking about the flight in both directions, that Thai AirAsia and Lion Air will transport you for the amount of $ 50-80, while the price of tickets from Bangkok Airways and Thai Airways starts at $ 100 and $ 210 respectively. Depending on the day, fares can be changed, but their order remains approximately the same level. During searching for flights from Don Muang Airport in Bangkok, you can also use Jetradar. Sometimes, but not always, it saves $ 3-5. It’s not a lot of money, but for them, you can buy a 2-3 bottle of delicious Thai beer – for yourself and for your friend (or your girl).

Flights from Bangkok to Krabi – fast and inexpensive!

The apparent disadvantage here you can select only one: when you buy low cost airline ticket from Don Muang airport in Bangkok, you must spend more time in thai capital and you can not immediately transfer to another plane at the Suvarnabhumi airport after arrival in the country. But if you plan to visit the province of Krabi and its famous island not immediately after arrival in Thailand, this disadvantage not so serious, because you can get from Bangkok easily in any of the capital’s airports. And when you have arrived at Suvarnabhumi, always have easy access to Don Muang Airport using the free shuttle bass or other modes of transport, as described in the article “How to get from Bangkok airport to Pattaya.”

There is also a some flights to Krabi from Bangkok with one or two changes (on the islands of Phuket and Samui), but personally I see it is not quite reasonable idea to transplant whenever possible to make a direct flight for 1 hour and 20 minutes at a good price (indirect flights are more expensive, and their total duration is almost identical (and sometimes more) than the journey by bus to Bangkok – Krabi. Upon arrival in the province of Krabi, take some time to just get to the coast, where you can stay and where you can catch a boat or ferries to the islands. Transportation from the Krabi airport and the cost of any transport are considered in the article: “Krabi airport – detailed review”, so I will not repeat here.

Bus from Bangkok to Krabi (route bus and tourist bus)

A considerable number of tourists despite the high speed and low fares (in the case of budget airlines) flight from Bangkok to Krabi prefer to use a regular bus service. Option more accessible for the money, because the cost of an ordinary bus ticket first class (not VIP) is about 680 baht. Travel time such buses is about 12 hours, ie, after leaving the Bangkok from six to eight o’clock in the evening (standard time of departure of buses), you can arrive to the bus station in Krabi at six or eight o’clock in the morning respectively.

In addition to saving on the cost of travel, bus from Bangkok to Krabi you can save on lodging at the hotel, which for some is also important. Arriving early in the morning in Krabi, there is a great opportunity to use slowly and relatively cheap local transport to Ao Nang and to the some islands of Krabi province, while still just have a lot of time to find a good variant of stay. Of course, if you’re not one of those travelers who prefer to plan ahead and find the best hotels with the best prices using the search form below.

[ad#hotels]

The drawback of options with a bus from Bangkok to Pattaya just one: not all easy to endure long bus journeys. But honestly buses in Thailand quite comfortable, even when you travel in the usual first class, not to mention the VIP areas. The spaces between the seats is enough (at least for people of average height, as I – 183 cm). During the path to Krabi, every bus make a several of sanitary stops, where you can stretch your legs and have a snack. Speaking of a snack: at long distances in the Thailand, bus company usually give for passengers a little dry rations in the form of cookies or biscuits with the package of juice or a small bottle of drinking water in Thailand.

In the all of buses 1st class in Thailand have a air-conditioned, so people who do not tolerate cool better take care of the presence of more warmer clothing than a T-shirt and shorts. However, the buses free give small plaid, which are often enough to escape cold and get some sleep. Currently buses from Bangkok to Krabi depart from the two bus terminals of capital: the North Bus Station Mochit (Mor Chit) and the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok (in Thai sounds Sai Tai Mai). A detailed description of bus terminals capital of Thailand and bus schedule, and ways to easily and inexpensively reach them, see through the links in this article.

The big number of flights on the route Bangkok – Krabi goes from the southern bus station, so if you can not buy a bus ticket in advance (a few days), or when in Thailand the high season – it is better not to risk it and go immediately to the Southern Bus Terminal, since probability of availability of one of the four flights still higher. And arrive at the bus station, it is desirable at least two hours before departure of the first bus, ie, about 16:00 – 16:30, to ensure to leave on that day. Regular buses to the terminal in the Talaat Kao (Talaat Kao) which is located a few kilometers from Krabi Airport and is connected with the latest low-cost public transport.

Bus from Bangkok to Krabi – not very fast but cheap!

You can get to Krabi from Bangkok not only at route bus from the bus terminals, but also on tourist bus, which you can find on the bus station on famous Khaosan Road in Bangkok and other popular places in the capital. Tickets for these buses can be purchased at many street travel agencies, and the fare can be either lower or higher than the price of the trip bus. If you read the article “The main methods of fraud in Thailand”, then you already know that the use of such travel buses is little bit risky.  I want to remind you that at the present time to buy tickets for the buses in Thailand is very easy online. To do this, you can use the search form and choose the buses that suit your schedule and price.

Big advantage of farang.12go.asia service also in the fact that you can always see the point fit on the bus at Bangkok map and the point, where the bus will take you to Krabi. You can also read the reviews of people who have already used the bus from Bangkok to Krabi and then you can choose the bus company. that you liked more. During the sanitary stops, try do not lose your bus! As a rule, in the parking lot many similar buses, and do not always have labels in English. Therefore you need try remember the bus number and coloring of its sides.

Train from Bangkok to Krabi

In this case, you just need have an idea of what to get to Krabi from Thailand’s capital or any other city in the country will not make easy for the simple reason that in Krabi no railroad, and in the coming years it there will not. This means that in any case the route will be combined, i.e. train + bus, train + minibus or train + taxi. Additionally, in this case may be need using local transportation too, since the bus and railway stations can be located at some distance from each other.

Nearest big railway stations from Krabi, whither you can purchase a train ticket from Bangkok, a located in the main cities of neighboring provinces: Surat Thani and Trang. Buy tickets and board the train should be at the main railway station in Bangkok – Hua Lamphong Station. In order not to mislead you about the exact departure time and fares (because schedules and prices may change depending on the season and the Thai baht exchange rate against foreign currencies), I will not post on this page schedule of trains from Bangkok. Instead, I advise you to use the added below search form. You can just see the train schedules and fares, and also you can buy tickets online.

Train from Bangkok to Krabi – not fast and sometimes expensive way!

This is very important, because even on the official website of the Thai railways you can not buy train tickets online. In addition, you do not need to worry about how, after leaving the train in Trang or Surat Thani to find the right bus to Krabi. Using this search form, you can just buy the complex ticket train + bus. In this case the cost is not too high. In any case, you should know that the train in Thailand is not very cheap, and flying a plane can be even cheaper than a trip on the train from Bangkok to Krabi, even without an additional bus.

If you do not want to buy an integrated ticket and if you’ve never used the railways in Thailand and have no idea of what classes of trains and carriages used in the country (and it is necessary to know when buying a ticket), I advise you to read the article “Trains Thailand – detailed review”. To find trains to Trang and Surat Thani and then bus to Krabi, you can also use the search form on this page. As a rule, each day from Bangkok to Trang is sent 2-3 trains of different classes, and the travel time is usually longer than the bus (15-17 hours). At the same time on the road from Trang to Krabi will have to spend another 2 hours by taxi or 2.5 hours by bus. Train to Surat Thani daily sent about a dozen, and not only at night, which can be more convenient. travel time also does not very small and ranges from 10.5 to 12.5 hours depending on the class of the train. But to get from Surat Thani to Krabi longer: from 3 to 4 hours, with a bus ticket will cost 200 baht. The most convenient VIP sleeping trains are usually bought in advance, because there are not many places, and the Thais very love their night trains.

Thus, it can be concluded that the choice of train to bridge the route Bangkok – Krabi not entirely successful version: once all the long, difficult and expensive (if you take a normal sleeping place). Add to this the terrible train punctuality in Thailand (2-3 hours late for such a distance is not uncommon), and you finally realize that the options to buses and airplanes are not so bad. But if you are afraid to fly, and the night crossing on the bus you think hard labor, the train can be considered good idea, because its main advantage – relative safety and the ability to sleep (or just spend time) in the supine position. Also you can use train from Bangkok to Krabi when your travel budget quite small, and the cost of travel in third class carriage (without air conditioning) seems to be very attractive.

How to get from Bangkok to Krabi by taxi or car

Thailand is a country with a well developed domestic air traffic, therefore use of taxis for long distances is usually impractical. The situation with the route Bangkok – Krabi is no exception. So if you want to reach the Krabi province with using a taxi, you should be prepared for the fact that the cost of transport in most cases will be higher than the cost of the most expensive ticket. The exact price is difficult to call, because the taxi-meter at a distance of over 800 km is unlikely to agree to use even one metropolitan taxi driver, but the approximate price range is known.

Depending on your ability to trade, from the airports of Bangkok taxi to Krabi would cost about 9000 or 10,000 THB ($ 270-300). Taxi drivers in Bangkok can tell you little bit less crazy price, but even in this case, you can not wait an amount of less than 7500 baht  – it would be naive. Therefore, it makes sense to use taxi from Bangkok to Krabi if there is a lot of baggage with which you do not want to go by bus or plane, as well as in a situation where you have at least 3 passengers, and the fare is not too important to you.

Much more interesting and cheaper option for those who prefer car travel and those who are not very concerned about the need to drive almost 800 kilometers on thai highways – rent a car in Bangkok. By use service Rentalcars you can rent a car of any class at the best price in Bangkok and travel to Krabi on it. Car rental offices in the capital city of Thailand a lot, including directly offices rental companies at the airports. The roads in the country is very good quality, but you must  get used to left-hand traffic in Thailand (if in your country on the roads right hand traffic). And in any case, be careful.

The route by car from Bangkok to Krabi next: leave the capital on the road №4 and move toward the province of Chumphon 470 kms. Generally, you can simply go on this track №4 to Krabi, because it passes through the Krabi, and goes further to the south of the country, but from Bangkok it goes to the west and runs along the coast of the Andaman Sea in Chumphon district trail passes near the island of Phuket and only then back out to the east side near Krabi. As a result, the route is much longer – is above 1000 km.

Way from Bangkok to Krabi by taxi or by car for rent

Therefore, in the area of Chumphon is better to turn to a more optimal and shortest route: continue driving south on highway №41, passing through the province of Surat Thani. After 195 km, at the intersection with the highway number 44, turn at the roundabout to the right and drive 97 km to the district Au Luek, where there is a crossing with the familiar route number 4, in which directly to Krabi will drive about 30 km (highway passes near airport). The distance from the center of Bangkok while driving on this route will be about 780 km (from Suvarnabhumi Airport – a little over 800).

By the way, it is not necessarily the way back from Krabi prodelyvat similar way by car. If you take a car in a hire well-known international companies, it is possible to leave the car in Krabi and get back to Bangkok by bus, by train or by plane. Hopefully, after reading this article, you no longer have questions about how to most quickly and most cheaply get from Bangkok to Krabi. I wish you successful travel and Godspeed!

[ad#end]

The post How to get from Bangkok to Krabi – fast and cheap! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

Dongtan Beach in Pattaya

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Location of Dongtan beach in Pattaya
  

• How to get to Dongtan Beach in Pattaya
  

• Overview of Dongtan Beach beach plots
  

• Hotels on the Dongtan Beach (Jomtien, Pattaya)
  

[ad#res]

Location of Dongtan beach in Pattaya

All the confusion with the location of Dongtan beach in Pattaya is due to the relief of the coastline: the coast of the resort from the alley Soi 5 Pratamnuk stretched for tens of kilometers to the south and is a practically homogeneous sandy strip that does not have any significant bends. There are also no natural and man-made objects such as sand capes, rocks, boulders, ferry piers, etc., along which it would be possible to establish a specific point where one beach ends and the next beach begins.

Even on the most recent maps of Pattaya in English, you will not find the exact boundaries of the three beaches located in this area (Dongtan Beach, Jomtien Beach and Na-Jomtien Beach). Therefore, you can often find information that Dongtan Beach begins near a police post in the Jomtien Beach area and ends already at the famous Pattaya Park Hotel. In reality, Dongtan beach does start at the indicated place (next to the police booth), but it extends further north to Soi 5 Pratamnak, and the Pattaya Park Hotel is located in its central part.

The beginning of a shady alley along Dongtan Beach (Pattaya)

How to get to Dongtan Beach in Pattaya

If you do not live directly in one of the hotels on Dongtan Beach, then you can get there by using various modes of transport in Pattaya. The easiest way is of course to get to the southern tip of the beach. To do this, you can use inexpensive local transport: the route of tuk-tuk (songthaew) in Pattaya passes directly next to the police booth already mentioned in the article. If you are traveling from Jomtien beach towards Dongtang Beach (ie north, towards central Pattaya), you must leave the songthaew in the point, where the route turns from the main street along the sea (Jomtien Beach road) and leaves to the right.

A small cafe on the alley at the beginning of Dongtan Beach

Well, respectively, if you decide to get to the southern tip of Dongtan beach from central Pattaya, you need to stop the songthaew as soon as it turns left and travels along Jomtien beach (you will also see a police post at the corner). If the southern part of the beach is not of interest to you (and perhaps frightening – but more on that below), you can use the Pattaya Park Hotel Tower or Southern Pattaya Bus Station for a landmark, and get down there closer to the central part of the beach and sea. The truth of the time it will take even more than if you had reached the police post.

The tower of the Pattaya Park hotel is an excellent reference point for Dongtan Beach

If you need to get to the northern part of the beach very fast, you can leave the route mof tuk-tuk (sonthaew) at the intersection of Thappraya Rd and Pratamnuk and descend along the long alleys of Soi 5 or Soi 6 directly to the sea. Diostance about a kilometer, so going back this way is not very convenient, because on the way back you will have to go up the hill, and the shadow that can save you from the heat is not special (if it’s a light time of day). In this case, you can use motorbike-taxi in Pattaya, which quickly drives you to the street with route of cheap public transport in Pattaya.

The road from Dongtan beach to Pratamnak street

In cases where you need to get to your hotel in the area of ​​Dongtan beach, for example, from the airport, it is better to see in advance its location on the resort map (links to many maps were higher) and choose the optimal option of transport. By the way, the road from the airport will be more simple if you choose the already mentioned south bus station of Pattaya or an option for 249 baht, which includes a shuttle to your hotel’s doors from Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok. More information on buses, their cost and the timetable from the airport can be found on the page “How to get from Bangkok airport to Pattaya – all options”. Back to the airport is also more profitable to get from the southern bus station of the resort.

Overview of Dongtan Beach beach plots

A characteristic feature of Dongtan beach is a fairly clean sea: the water here is somewhat more transparent than on neighboring Jomtien, although the border between them is conditional. And compared to the Central Beach of Pattaya, you can swim in relatively comfortable conditions. Almost the entire length, and it is about one and a half kilometers by the Dongtan beach, the entrance to the water is quite gentle, at least near the shore, which is convenient for tourists with children. Of course, for fans of crystal clear water and snow-white sand, I recommend trips to the beaches of Koh Lan Island (for a detailed description vith the photo and video you can click on the link).

In the central part of Dongtan beach

Also, the distinctive feature of the beach is the pleasant paved path along the entire length of Dongtan Beach, 50 meters from the water’s edge, which is closed for traffic during the daytime: you can move on foot or by bike). Yes, and night time here is rumored very calmly: occasionally motorbike will pass and that’s all. Those. We can say that the hotels located here are on the first line from the sea, which is not too typical for the resort (almost everywhere between hotels and the beach there is a wide road with traffic).

Casuarina trees on Dongtan beach in Pattaya

Dongtan beach does not presuppose any official division into sections, but it is better for you to have an idea about this. And now more about each of the three parts. I’ll start with the southern part (the one that starts nearby the police post). The length of this site is about half a kilometer, and it is about this part of the beach that rumor goes that Dongtan Beach is a place for rest of people of non-traditional orientation (both gay and lesbian). Apparently, this is so: walking along the specified stretch of beach you can see elderly Europeans in thongs and young Thai guys.

Figured footpaths on the Dongtan beach (Jomtien Pattaya)

At the same time you can see a more young contingent from among the tourists, as well as several families with childrens, for whom you can not say that they are adherents of same-sex love. Rather, it shows that there is no debauchery on the beach and many people may not even know that this part of the beach has such fame. No one will find it shameful that a young Thai guy makes for pensioner or a cute muscular foreigner an ordinary massage in the shade of palms and other tropical trees.

Sunbeds at the water’s edge in the central part of the Dongtan beach

Infrastructure in the southern part of Dongtan Beach is not very developed: there are no cafes and restaurants, except for a couple of small cafes on the alley along the beach), there are no sun loungers with umbrellas, as well as water attractions. Those, this is one of the quietest and quietest places among all the beaches of Pattaya, where people can relax in the shade of trees. Of course, there are peddlers of fruits and drinks, so you will not die of thirst if you rest here. So all those who are not afraid of encroachments on their honor (and apparently are not need afraid of this), you can safely choose this beach area for a relaxing holiday without crowds of tourists and with excellent transport accessibility.

At the beginning of the central part of the beach. The man swallowed whole watermelon ))

The central part of the beach of Dongtan Beach begins in the Rabbit Resort area, and ends at Ban Hard U Thong Condominium. Almost at the center of this stretch of beach is the popular Pattaya Park hotel, the white tower of which has long time been the tallest building in the resort and is still visible from a distance (also available on one of the Pattaya live webcams). Unlike the southern part (“gay beach”), there are everything is arranged for family rest: there are umbrellas and sunbeds, popular water activities (aquabike, banana, boats). There are places for windsurfing. There is also a public toilet (can be visited for 5 baht) and shower (at a price of 15 baht).

A site with water attractions and beach volleyball at Dongtan Beach

Opposite the vast territory of the hotel Pattaya Park with an aquapark and attractions, right on the beach is equipped with a beach volleyball court. Judging by the number of vacationers with children, this is one of the main places for recreation in Pattaya with a child, i.e. In addition to the convenient beach and water park, hotels in nearby restaurants have playgrounds and, perhaps, a more comfortable for babies kitchen in hotel restaurants. By the way, despite the crowded day, in the evenings this area of Dongtan beach becomes quiet and peaceful, so lovers of traditional romance can quietly retire on the beach and enjoy the sunset and the rustle of waves in silence.

In the northern part of the beach is a gently sloping entrance to the water. On the horizon – Koh Lan island

The northern part of Dongtang Beach is the shortest (about 300 meters) and starts next to that place, where Pratamnuk Soi 5 fits almost to the beach itself and ends with a stony mound in the north. By the way, the northern part of Dongtan beach was adapted for rest only a few years ago, but in my opinion, not even to the end (the tracks are laid somehow not qualitatively, there is some rubbish and stones, and on the beach umbrellas and sunbeds were absent). On a rocky ridge in the northernmost tip of the beach, local fishermen like to stand with a fishing rod, and in the evenings it is in this area of ​​the beach that local youth gather and may be a bit noisy.

The northern extremity of the beach is rocky coast and fishing

Hotels on the Dongtan Beach (Jomtien, Pattaya)

If you carefully read everything written above, then, I think, you already know where you need or do not need to settle on Dongtan Beach. If you are not gay, then it’s better not to choose hotels in the southern part of Dongtan Beach. After all, you may experience some misunderstanding with the neighbors in rooms and staff. In general, during the day there should not be any problems on the entire beach, there are a lot of senior citizens of both sexes, families with children. But if you are a natural guy or girl, it is better for you to settle on the Dongtan beach in the central or northern part. But the choice, in any case, is yours.

For example, at Pattaya Park Hotel, especially if you are with children. By the way, the water park and attractions of Pattaya Park are available not only for the guests of the specified hotel, but also for all the guests of the resort (of course, for a small additional fee). Above is a map of this part of the resort with markers of surfing, clicking on which you can see the cost of living in them (the service allows you to find the best price by comparing the cost of the same number in different reservation systems). In this search service you can read reviews about the hotel you are interested in. Also in the area of ​​the beach, but not on the first line, you can find affordable guesthouses, from which to the sea just  5-10 minutes of walking.

Aquapark and attractions of Pattaya Park Hotel

Therefore,if for you very important for saving money and such walks to the sea do not intimidate, I advise you to book the hotel in advance only for 2-3 nights, then to choose on the spot the suitable guesthouse and move into it without problems. Also note that in the beach area between Soi 5 and Soi 6 is the Tesco Lotus store. Of course, this is not a hypermarket, but many products and alcohol, including beer, are cheaper there than in the popular 7Eleven and Family Mart chain stores.

Thus, the Dongtan beach is not such a dangerous place for beach recreation and at least once there you can relax (I myself first visited it only during the 4th visit to Pattaya). Those. The beach can be visited and even live there, just knowing some of its specific features. And the absence of noisy transport by the sea and the presence of an aquapark make this place one of the most successful in the resort for recreation with children. A little later on the page will be added a video from the beach of Dongtan Beach. Have a nice rest!

[ad#end]

The post Dongtan Beach (Jomtien, Pattaya) – big overview! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Distance between Bangkok and Chiang Mai
  

• How to get to Chiang Mai from Bangkok (video manual)

• Flights Bangkok-Chiang Mai – prices and buying tips
  

• In Chiang Mai from Bangkok by train – travel features
  

• Bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai – schedule and fares
  

• A trip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in a rental car
  

Distance between Bangkok and Chiang Mai

The direct distance between Bangkok and the city of Chiang Mai is about 580 kilometers (for convert to miles, you must divide by 1.6). Absolute value in this case is not easy, because the capital of Thailand is one of the largest cities in Asia and occupies a very large area. Therefore, the distance between the center of Chiang Mai and the northern part of Bangkok is 570 kilometers, and if measured to the southern tip of the country’s capital, the distance will approach 600 kilometers. Given that there is no direct highway between the cities, the distance increases by more than 100 kilometers: up to 688 kilometers (when traveling on the road with paid sections) or up to 708 kilometers (by free road). As a result, traveling by bus or car will take you from 8.5 to 11 hours.

If we talk about the distance between airports, then it is much easier to measure it. For example, if you fly to Chiang Mai from Suvarnabhumi Airport, which is located to the east of Bangkok, the direct distance is 593 km. And if your departure from the capital of the Kingdom of Thailand will be from the airport of Don Mueang (which is located to the north of Bangkok) the distance will naturally be less and will be 565 km. Of course, aircraft routes also do not pass strictly along the line with a minimum distance, but in any case the distance from Don Mueang will be smaller. More details about flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and back – in the next section of this article.

The road from Bangkok to Chiang Mai goes to the north through the picturesque western provinces

How to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai from 19 USD

For those who prefer to watch a video rather than read an article. Below on the page you can watch a short video manual on how you can quickly and easily find train tickets, buses and flights (from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and not only). What films can you use during such a search and how the ticket is paid.

Flights Bangkok-Chiang Mai – prices and buying tips

Flight to Chiang Mai from Bangkok is the fastest and most comfortable way to overcome the distance between these cities. Almost an ideal way of moving between cities for those who value time on vacation and are not ready for long night trips by bus or train. And taking into account the possibility of using low-cost airlines, it is also a relatively inexpensive way. For domestic flights in Asia it is better to use the local vehicle search engine in Asia  – farang.12go.asia. The average cost of the flight from the airport of Don Mueang is 1000 – 1200 baht ($28-33), which is comparable to the price of a VIP class bus between cities. The flight duration is from 1 to 1.5 hours (usually 1 hour and 15 minutes). Just in case, you can check the price of Bangkok-Chiang Mai in my favorite search mashine – Jetradar, where sometimes you can find an option for 700-800 THB.

If you want to choose the main airport of Suvarnabhumi as a starting point in Bangkok, then you can expect a flight of almost the same duration, but the cost of air tickets to Chiang Mai will be much higher – from 1,700 THB ($ 48) and above, up to 4,500 baht . Therefore, if you want to save money, it’s easier to use the free shuttle bus from Suvarnabhumi to Don Mueang Bangkok Airport and fly cheap, especially since local low-cost airlines usually allow free baggage allowance. How easy and inexpensive to get to the former main airport of Thailand from different parts of the city you can find on the page “Don Mueang Airport of Bangkok”.

Thai Lion Air is one of the low-cost airlines that flies from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

As with most other case with local airfares, the cost of air tickets immediately in both directions does not lead to any significant benefit, and sometimes even more expensive than two separate tickets. Therefore, taking into account the large number of flights between cities (which is 30-40 flights daily) – you do not need to worry about the availability of air tickets for your dates in advance: places will almost always be. The only exception is the days of the Thai New Year and the Loi Krathong holiday in Thailand. To guarantee to fly these days and at the right time to Chiang Mai from Bangkok or vice versa, it is better to buy air tickets in advance. It also makes sense to take care of an early purchase on sale days, when air tickets for domestic flights can be purchased from 3 to 10 USD.

In Chiang Mai from Bangkok by train – travel features

A very popular way to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is by rail. Daily from Hua Lamphong railway station in Bangkok on the route to Chiang Mai several trains are sent, each of which includes several types of wagons. As you can see with the help of the already mentioned search of transport in Asia, the option with the train practically does not allow to save, because the price of the trip starts from 780 baht, and the most popular trains can cost more than flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. And at the same time the specified price for seats in railway carriage of the 2nd class (the first class is even more expensive). In addition, you may notice that the duration of the trip is from 11 hours (day trains with seats) to 14 hours and above (night sleeping cars). And if you know about the constant late arrival of Thai trains, then you must understand that the trip can be longer for a few more hours.

Thus, the train for a trip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai can be advised only for those who like to travel by train (and there are many such people) or those who do not like long bus trips (after all the train is safer and more comfortable, especially at night). Also the option with the train is perfect for those people who are not particularly in a hurry and want to sleep in the trip without spending money on a hotel the night of the trip. Finally, the train can be a good alternative for those who are afraid of air transport. For this category of travellers, by the way, I advise to get acquainted with the information on the page “How to overcome the fear of flying on airplanes”. As a rule, during the train trip you will be offered a “dry ration” included in the price of the ticket (usually rolls, cookies, juice or water), so with such a long trip it is better to buy a little food, that will not be spoiled without a refrigerator.

The cost of traveling from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train and the types of wagons (picture clickable)

I want to recall that a trip in wagons that are equipped with air conditioning (marked with AC in the results table) can cause discomfort for fans of heat, because they cool the air very effectively. Perhaps it is better to buy a ticket for the Bangkok-Chiang Mai train or back to the carriage, which is cooled by conventional fans (in the English version it is marked as fan – see a screenshot). If you are a girl and do not want to fall in the same wagon with Thai men or men from other countries, you have the opportunity to choose a special wagon for women – Ladies Only or Female Wagon. Direct distance from the railway station in Chiang Mai to the central (historic) quarter of this city is about 2.5 km, so if you have not only a good travel backpack, but a suitcase, it is better to use inexpensive local transport.

Bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai – schedule and fares

A bus ride to Chiang Mai from Bangkok is also very popular, because this is the cheapest public transport between these cities. So, you can easily buy a ticket for the regular bus Bangkok-Chiang Mai at a price of 530 THB (or $15). Every day more than 10 bus routes to Chiang Mai leave from Bangkok. Therefore, you have the opportunity to choose between day and night buses, as well as between regular seats and VIP seats. Since more comfortable VIP seats are more expensive than regular ones for just $3, I recommend that you buy these places. Travel time is from 9.5 to 11 hours, so it’s better to spend them on wide comfortable seats with good leg support, with your own multimedia system and a socket for charging your mobile gadgets.

The timetable and online booking of Bangkok – Chiang Mai or Chiang Mai – Bangkok bus tickets can also be made using farang.12go.asia (English version, but you can choose a different language, too). When you view the schedule and prices, pay attention to the departure point of the bus from Bangkok. As you can see, most buses leave from the Northern bus terminal in Bangkok (Morchit Bus Terminal or Chatuchak bus terminal). However, below in the table you can find buses of the Sombat Tour company that go to Chiang Mai from a small private bus station in the northern part of the city, which is somewhat harder to reach than to the big bus station (unless you use a Bangkok taxi, which is very cheap).

Location of the Northern Bus Station Chatuchak and the Sombat Tour Station in Bangkok

In any case, I recommend choosing the options based on your personal preferences for the time of departure and arrival, the duration of the bus trip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, the bus class and its cost. Since bus services to Chiang Mai from Bangkok are performed by several transport companies, I advise you to read reviews of real passengers who have made a similar trip earlier. Also you can see the rating of the bus companies directly on the page with the search results of the bus Bangkok-Chiang Mai for the date you need. The rating is also based on the feedback of passengers and allows you to save your time on reading reviews, many of which in other languages. As with the train, night buses to Chiang Mai from Bangkok allow you to save your time on vacation and money for hotel accommodation.

A trip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in a rental car

Despite the long distance, many travelers travel to Chiang Mai from the country’s capital by car, which can be rented at Bangkok airport or directly in this city. For car booking in Thailand and instant comparison of prices and rental conditions in all offices, it is best to use the international broker Rentalcars. The roads in Thailand are of good quality, and the traffic is not too intense, especially when you are away from the capital. At the same time, during a trip to Chiang Mai, you can see interesting views are opened on the nature of Thailand, which you can admire at the every stop according to your desire. Using a rented car for a trip, you can get to know much more about the culture of the country and the life of small towns on the route. You do not need to move along high-speed roads, because in Thailand there are almost always quieter and picturesque roads of local importance, going in the right direction for you.

Alternatively, you can rent a car directly in Chiang Mai (at the airport or city center). In this case, you do not need to spend 8-10 hours on a long self-relocation in the country, but you can move on a rented car on the most beautiful roads in this region of Thailand. For example, to make an exciting trip to the northern city of Pai, which  connects with Chiang Mai one of the most beautiful roads in the country, which almost never goes in a straight line. In general, there you can choose between several options, but the most interesting is the western road, which is slightly longer (about 170 km), but the most picturesque. The mountains nature are simply amazing, and the road itself has more than 770 turns, while the condition of the roadway is excellent, and traffic is minimal.

Dawn on the scenic mountain road from Chiang Mai to Pai – over 750 turns!

Detailed instructions for renting a car in Thailand and practical advice on using the service Rentalcars – on the page “Car rental Phuket – fares, advices, best places”. In Chiang Mai, everything is the same, except that a rental office with a zero deductible is more difficult to find. On the other hand, in the north and the traffic is not as active as in Phuket, and drunk tourists, who manage a car or motobike, it’s difficult to meet here, and in fact they are the main potential source of problems in Phuket. In the vicinity of Chiang Mai, there are many interesting attractions, which are also convenient for getting on a rented car. For example, you can make an excursion to the majestic White Temple, which is simply amazing with its beauty and is located next to the neighboring city of Chiang Rai.

I hope, after reading this article, you have no doubt that it’s quite easy to get to Chiang Mai from Bangkok and it can be done inexpensively. And the route schedule and cost of transport Bangkok-Chiang Mai will help you more competently plan your trip to the north of Thailand. Pleasant trips!

[ad#end]

The post From Bangkok to Chiang Mai – transport, schedule and fares! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

The fact is that the vast majority of webcams Thailand Phuket only conditionally possible to name online web cameras, because they do not transmit the video stream, for which Thailand’s lovers and this resort island in particular and go online, and the usual slideshow. At the same time the image refresh interval may be different, and as much as 10-15 minutes. Personally, I watch the slideshow is not very interesting, because in this case it is easier to search for a network of beautiful and vivid photos of the resort, made with high-quality photographic equipment lighting quality.

In my understanding online webcam Phuket should offer the opportunity to admire the rolling waves, palm trees swaying in the wind, reflected from seawater by solar flares, beautiful hotels on the coast, comfortable beach, etc. Such cameras, which allow a maximum way to achieve the effect of presence, I tried to collect on this page. Unfortunately, these cameras are not very many, but the search continues, and I hope that in the near future their bude much more. In the meantime, on the web page contains the camera, which broadcast the video stream and the ones that allow you to see online the island with the help of a slide show of pictures with frequent change – every few seconds.

Map of Phuket hotels at the BEST PRICES

Due to the increasing number of web-cameras in Phuket, the organization of the page has been changed. To speed up the loading of web cameras in order to save traffic, most of them were placed on separate pages. Go to any of webcams available for viewing, can be placed on the links below. by going to any of the first 11 webcams online at the links below Phuket, you will be able to move quickly to viewing the following web cameras via a single click (the arrow at the top of the page): Also carousel principle organized for the convenience of visitors. Also on each page of the web-camera (a text describing a location) has a link to this page where you can select any of Phuket webcam from the list available for viewing online.

LIVE WEBCAMS OF PHUKET ISLAND (THAILAND)

Webcam Patong beach (Phuket) – See online!

New online webcam Phuket, which is located in the southern part of Patong Beach. Unlike many other webcams from this part of the resort, which are mostly not transmit full-motion video (only online slide show), the current webcam is real live webcam.  This means that using this Patong webcam you have the opportunity to observe the life on the island of Phuket in real-time, and full-motion video broadcast is always more interesting and informative than a slideshow. The timer at the top of webcam window confirms that this webcam is broadcast in the online mode. And if you click on the appropriate virtual button in the bottom right corner, you can deploy webcam Patong beachto full screen for an even more comfortable viewing.

Patong Tower webcam — Phuket live

The third webcam Phuket near Patong Beach – perhaps not the best on the island, but definitely the most popular beach on the resort. The camera does not broadcast the video stream, and a slide show, but due to the rapid renewal of the pictures – every few seconds – indicated webcam Phuket can be attributed to the category of online cameras resort. Especially as high-grade cameras with a video stream, which is located in Patong Beach area, there is still no, and it is this, and a few new cameras on the list given at least some idea about the state of the sea and the weather in Patong. A good overview of the camera due to the place of its installation, which acts as the tallest building in the area of the beach – Patong Tower. As has been written above, the picture at this Phuket Patong webcam updates every few seconds, allowing you to see what the sea in Thailand at this resort (the excitement on the beach, and the color of the water), the presence of clouds in the sky in the center of Phuket, the absence or the presence of precipitation.

Online webcam – Phuket Town

New webcam on the island of Phuket, which is not installed on one of the beautiful beaches of the resort, but in the central part of the island, in the area of Phuket Town – Phuket’s administrative center and all of the homonymous province. This webcam gives a better idea of what Phuket is not only a tourist island with white sand beaches and located in the hills of the bungalows in the shade of coconut palms, but also an important city in the country with good infrastructure. So how to get from the airport to the beaches of Phuket Island is inexpensive and not difficult, a large part of the guests in Phuket usually chosen only the island beaches and they never visit to Phuket Town. On the other hand, take the city tour is really nothing, and only the most budget vacationers or those who came to Thailand for a long time, for example, in the winter, stay in the city because of the more affordable options for long-term stays in a comfortable environment.

Phuket Old Town — online webcam

The original webcam on the Phuket island, with which you can travel back to the area of Phuket-Town, or rather in its oldest and most picturesque district. Neighborhood “Old Town” in Phuket is located in the eastern part of the main island settlements, which in turn is placed on the eastern coast of the island, which is bordered by the Bay of Phang Nga. Before the lens webcam is fairly quiet narrow city street with modern cars parked on both sides of the street. A distinctive feature of the Old Town in Phuket is a unique blend of Chinese and Portuguese architecture, which can be seen in the appearance of the buildings in this part of town. Mixing styles observed due to active trading, which led the Chinese merchants with the Portuguese and the Dutch. It was an important strategic location of Phuket on the west side of the Malay Peninsula has led to the fact that more than a hundred years ago, there…

Phuket Old Town — online webcam №2

Another webcam on the island of Phuket, located in the Old Town district administrative center of the island. Webcam is placed on one of the buildings on the Thalang Road, which together with the Deebook Road, Phang Nga Road, Krabi Road, Yaowarat Road and small alleys and form mainly Old town Phuket. As with the first webcam from Phuket Old Town, here you can see the long narrow street with houses, the facades of which are adjacent to each other, and parked on the side of the road cars. At various times of the day the activity in the street changes. If in the morning and after dark all quiet enough in the middle of the day there is a actions – passing a lot of cars, tourists pass through the narrow sidewalks. The latter, by the way, there are many, because in the old town are a number of inexpensive but colorful guesthouses. For example, 43 Guesthouse, which is the sign can be seen at the bottom right of the screen.

Karon Beach — live camera on Phuket island

The second webcam of Karon Beach in Phuket, presented on this page is located in the western part of the island, directly on Karon Beach, ie on the border of his sandy strip. In contrast to the first webcam from this beach, which offers a panoramic view of almost the entire length of Karon Beach and turned it to the shore, a second webcam is not as impressed as she rolled out from the shore, that is, in the direction of the Andaman Sea in Thailand. That is why the lens gets only low tropical vegetation on the beach – young coconut palms, beach own sand and endless stretch of sea. Karon Beach in Phuket is very popular, it is not only one of the longest beaches on the island, but also to some extent unique beach. The sand on the beach in Karon is very light and soft, but, most importantly, it crunches under your feet like snow, and it’s an incredible feeling. in contrast to Patong Beach, located in the heart of Phuket parties, there is very quiet, even though all the water sports if you want you can always find.

Webcam Phuket: the southern part of Patong Beach

Interesting online webcam Phuket from Patong Beach, which was added in September 2016. As with several other new webcams of resort, this camera is placed in close proximity to the sea boundary, ie, in this case, right on the beach of Patong. Due to the high resolution (camera transmits images in HD quality), it became possible to examine in detail what is happening in this part of the resort. Firstly, in the web camera lens gets large plot of Patong Bay and almost the entire perimeter of the beach. And as a webcam directed towards the coast (north-east), even in the most clear sunny day the sun does not blind, but on the contrary – well covers all the territory, which can be seen. In the foreground a webcam you can see the waterfront made of concrete with a metal parapet, which was established recently for security purposes.

Webcam Phuket – Patong Beach nearby Dolphins circle

Another interesting new webcam Phuket, placed in the area of Patong Beach, nearby to the famous ring road with a fountain and sculpture composition “Dolphins” in the center. At about this point and extends boundary between the Patong beach and Kalim beach on Phuket island. Those. it can be said that the webcam is placed on the northernmost tip of Patong Beach. From this point begins exploring the beaches of the island for most visitors, which get to Patong Beach from Phuket Airport or from Phuket Town. A little further from the road you can see the set on the border of the beach large letters that form the phrase “PATONG BEACH”. This place is often the object against which the guests of the island like to take pictures for their home photo album, and for travel album in social networking.

Kalim Beach – webcam Phuket online

New online webcam Phuket, which is located near the beach Kalim and removed from the waterfront line just a few meters. Despite the fact that the webcam sends no full-motion video, but only video in a slide show format, changing pictures is very fast, so this webcam allows get a good assessment of the situation in Phuket, in the Kalim Beach area. And given the fact that the beach is a continuation of the most popular in the resort of Patong Beach, the new webcam Phuket allows you to evaluate the weather conditions in Phuket real time including Patong Beach. As you can see, in the webcam lens gets almost the entire Bay of Phuket Island, and is located in a Patong village and the same name beach. In the background can be seen a few buildings on the beach of Patong. First of all, you can easily learn Patong Tower – the tallest building of Phuket island

Webcam Phuket: beach in front of Diamond Cliff Resort

Another new online webcam Phuket, which is located on the area between Kalim and Patong beaches. Webcam is mounted directly on a highway that runs along the coast and separates the beach in this part of the island and the territory of hotels. Since the boundary between the beaches of Patong and Kalim conditional enough, most of the hotels in this part of the island declared as located on Patong Beach. Geographically, it is the most southern part of the Kalim beach, which begins a little south of the small stone ridge. The direct distance from the place of installation this online webcam to another webcam Phuket (at the road ring with dolphins) – only 350 meters. Given a bit of a winding road, the actual distance is slightly higher – about 400 meters. This means that from the territory of the Diamond Cliff Resort hotel to Patong Beach can be reached on foot in less than five minutes.

Webcam Phuket: view from the Patong Lodge Hotel

Interesting online webcam Phuket, which was set in the popular area of Patong Beach in October 2016. At first glance, you may notice that the new Web camera placed high above the ground – about the level of the 4th floor or coconut palms kroons. Achieve this was possible thanks to the camera installed on the roof of the hotel Patong Lodge, which is classified as a three star and has a very high score on the basis of more than three hundred guests reviews 7.5 points out of 10 possible. For those who would like to not only enjoy the scenic views by using this web camera, but stay for a few days at the Patong Lodge Hotel, under a video you can see special widget of this hotel, with which you can find the best prices for accommodation in this hotel, comparing them in all the world reservation systems. When using a mobile device (smartphone or tablet) is more convenient to use the widget in a horizontal orientation.

Center Point Karon beach – Phuket live webcam

According to numerous requests from visitors to the site, added another online webcam Phuket, which is located in the central part of the popular Karon Beach. Location of the camera is called: Center Point Karon. This popular with tourists from around the world beach of Phuket has the greatest length on the island, however, and its central part takes a big area with many hotels, including directly Center Point Village – hotel on the seafront with a very low cost of living for such a place ( about $ 30 per double room, per night) and guests rated – 8.1 points out of a possible 10, which were not in every hotel in which I ever live, but which left the most pleasant experience.

Phuket webcam – Chalong Bay and fish restaurant

The number of online webcams Phuket is growing rapidly, and this can not fail to please all of us. Moreover, the new online camera appear not only on the popular beaches on the west side of the island but also in the south-east coast, which is less popular among tourists, but also enough interesting for viewing with a Web camera and a real visit during your holiday in Phuket . One of the newest webcams in this part of the island, which at the same time allows you to enjoy the scenic views, a webcam in the area of Chalong Bay, close to the famous fish restaurant of the island, which is called: Phuket Fish Market Restaurant. Like many other web-camera, this cam is provided by thai service  SeeItLiveThailand.

Nakalay Beach – Live Webcan Phuket

The only one currently online webcam Phuket, which is set on the Nakalay beach on the west coast of the island. The place of installation of the webcam is a five-star hotel Thavorn Beach Village & Spa, which is located directly on this beach. Nakalay Beach not very well known among tourists (because in some way is kept private for the hotel Thavorn Beach Village & Spa and neighboring hotel), but it is located only 4 kilometers from Patong Beach. This means that to get from the hotel to the lively and bustling places of the island, if desired, may just 5-7 minutes by taxi or rent transport – car or motorbike. Due to the fact that you can not find among hundreds of hotels on the island, a lot of Phuket hotels, which are located on the beach (not across the street), Thavorn Beach Village & Spa is included in the list of the best Phuket hotels with a private beach, which can be found at a separate page.

East Coast of Phuket – online webcam

This live webcam located in the southeastern part of the island of Phuket and allow to see interesting view to the Ao Yon Bay. Because the camera is installed at a fairly high altitude, you can well see the overall plan of the Gulf and two beaches with the same name – Ao Yon, which are considered among the best in this part of the island and separated by a small rocky cape. A distinctive feature of the beaches – absence of strong waves even during storms, due to the relief of coastline. On weekends on the Ao Yon beaches like to relax of the Thai family. But in weekdays you can see that this beaches almost deserted. Near the sea located plantations pearls, and a picturesque view from webcam supplement go to sea fishing boats and yachts sailing along the coast.

Webcam in Royal Phuket Marina (Thailand)

Another webcam from the east coast of Phuket Island, which is located on the territory of the main yacht marina of this tropical island in Thailand – Royal Phuket Marina. Despite the fact that the view from this web camera is not much different from another yacht clubs in other parts of the world, to watch this webcam Phuket is always very pleasant, especially during nice sunny weather on the island. Many beautiful yachts is always very picturesque. On the site you can find other webcams overlooking the yacht marina, but Royal Phuket Marina but even on their background looks especially interesting. After all, you can see not only luxury yachts big and small, but also very bright environment: beautiful harbor, the green hills and lots of bright green coconut palms that grow directly on the yacht marina. It is no secret that most people love yachts and almost everyone would like to be the owner of one of the white yachts and periodically make long or short interesting sea trips.

Sarasin Bridge – live webcam Phuket (Thailand)

A new webcam Phuket, which is located on the northernmost tip of this tropical island. Perhaps for some it will be a surprise, but the island of Phuket, popular with tourists from all over the world, is only 400 meters from the mainland, and at one time was not an island at all, but a peninsula. The main tourist place that you can see in real time with this Phuket webcam is the Sarasin Bridge. This bridge more than 50 years ago (in 1967) for the first time connected Phuket with the “big earth” (until that moment there was only a ferry connection between the island and the mainland). The bridge was named after the famous Thai-Chinese family, which since the 19th century played a crucial role in the business and politics of the region. Multiple increase in the number of cars in Phuket led to the fact that the Sarasin Bridge stopped coping with traffic and at the beginning of this century (in 2011), a new bridge was built near this bridge – a broader and more modern one.

Live webcam Phuket – Bang Tao beach

New live webcam of Phuket Island, which is located in the Bang Tao beach area. This beach is not the most popular vacation spot on the island, but it is this circumstance that makes Bang Tao so calm and cozy for those who prefer to live some distance from noisy parties and mass gatherings. In addition, the Bang Tao beach in Phuket is not so far from the entertainment and nightlife center of the whole island – Patong Beach (between these beaches about 9 km in a straight line.) The webcam is located in the famous beach club-restaurant Catch Beach Club. The place is located in the southern part of Bang Tao beach, from which you can easily get to the beach of Surin, one of the most picturesque and clean beaches on the island (the distance to which is less than 2 km on the road through the village, so you can walk even on foot). However, directly Bang Tao beach is also quite good, as you can see with this live Phuket webcam.

Webcam Catch Beach Club – Bang Tao beach, Phuket

New webcam Phuket, which is installed in the area of ​​Bang Tao Beach – one of the best beach on the whole island. The location of this original webcam is the famous club-restaurant Catch Beach Club, which, as you can guess by name, is located in close proximity to the sea, on the beach of Bang Tao in the western part of the island of Phuket. Several years ago on the island there was already one webcam that was installed on the territory of this beach club-restaurant, and for some time it was included in the list of webcams of the island of Phuket. However, it was old webcam and it was a slide show with a very rare update of photos, the quality of which was not very good, to say the least. The details were terrible. The quality of the new webcam with a similar perspective on the Catch Beach Club is much higher, which you can see for yourself while watching it.

Webcam on Kata Beach, Phuket — live

This  Phuket webcam is installed at the Kata Beach Resort, which is located on the first line of the famous beach of Kata. The beach itself is composed of fine white sand, located in the northwestern part of the island of Phuket, south of the no less famous Karon Beach. According to many tourists and locals on the beach of Kata is the cleanest sea in the whole island. It is believed that starting from May until mid-autumn on this beach is impossible to swim because of the strong waves that surfers love – more on that I wrote in the article “The rainy season in Thailand: visit or not to go.” Of course, a strong wind, and it caused them to wave at this time is not uncommon, however, as shown by including this online webcam Phuket, even at this time of year, the beach may be quite suitable for swimming and the breeze makes a stay at the resort even more comfortable . However, you should never forget about the dangers of underwater currents, the victims of which are sometimes too careless tourists.

Perhaps some permanent site visitors notice the absence of some of Phuket webcams that were previously present on the page. This was done due to time problems in translation, which can be corrected in the near future or may not occur again. I hope that in the near future will add to the broadcast page with a few interesting new online Phuket webcams. In the meantime, you can explore the island with the help cameras which already you can see on the page. Stay tuned and enjoy watching webcams!

Best webcam Karon beach (Phuket, Thailand)

One of the best online webcams Phuket Island, set in Marina Phuket Resort Hotel together with the famous tour operator, whose logo can also be seen in the window of the video stream transmission. The camera is mounted closer to the southern part of the beach, so will monitor in real time for everything happening on the beach. With this webcam, you can watch the weather in Thailand is now in Phuket, because the camera coverage of a sufficiently broad and in addition to direct beach and the sea will allow to see the surrounding west coast of the island mountain ridge, as well as on the beach tropical vegetation. Perhaps, in comparison with other island beaches, Karon is not as picturesque plant, but white sand that crunches underfoot as snow causes many people to return to court again and again, especially when they know how to fly in Thailand cheap.

Kata Beach Resort — Phuket live webcam

The second webcam of the Hotel Kata Beach Resort and Spa Phuket, which offers a bit of a different angle to enjoy the beach section of the hotel, a small island near the shore and just a beautiful area a comfortable 4-star Beach Resort and its original pool, located practically on the beach . Broadcast the second webcams from this beach provides the company Sayama Travel, for which she thanks a lot! Unlike the previous one, a webcam is stationary, ie, in the frame constantly the same objects, but the image is passed to this webcam, more clear and sharp, so I’m sure it will be popular with fans of Phuket and Thailand. Broadcast from the webcam will start automatically after the page loads, but in some cases, after a few minutes of viewing the image disappears and is visible only black screen. If you are faced with such a phenomenon, just refresh the page and continue browsing. Unfortunately, on a web camera without a timer, which would allow to make sure that the image is actually transmitted online.

Webcam in Foto Hotel on the Kata Noi beach (Phuket)

The original webcam on the island of Phuket, located in the western part of the island, close to its southern tip. The hotel itself is situated on a hill above the sea, so the webcam Foto Hotel is set high above the ground, and allows you to see quite an extensive stretch of coast, which includes almost the entire length of the Kata Noi beach, hotels and other buildings on the first and second lines of sea, as well as acting in the Andaman sea, a hilly promontory, which is the natural southern boundary of Kata Noi beach in Phuket. Foto Hotel, which is set this webcam Phuket, is a design hotel, which is positioned as a place for a romantic getaway. At the same time on the romance adjusts not only a great surrounding panoramic views, which including can be seen with the help of the web camera, but the bedrooms, even from photographs which it is clear that over their finished work by professional designers with good taste.

Webcam Patong Beach (Phuket, Thailand)

New webcam installed directly on Phuket’s Patong Beach. Despite the fact that this beach is in many ways not the best in Phuket, Patong Beach is the most popular and popular with tourists. This is due to the fact that the beach area is concentrated a lot of hotels to suit all tastes and budgets, large shops and shopping centers, massage parlors, beauty salons, cafes and restaurants, travel agencies, etc. Finally, it is on Phuket’s Patong Beach takes almost all the night life of the resort, because it was there after dark the lights are lit numerous pubs, night clubs, discos and clubs A Go Go. Webcam Patong beach on Phuket is working around the clock, but the best time to see – during the daylight hours.

[ad#avia]

Webcam Patong beach — Bangla Road online

Another new webcam Patong on Phuket Island, established in the beginning of the famous Bangla Road – the most famous and popular tourist destination not only in the outside area of Patong Beach, but also on the island of Phuket. Almost 100% of the tourists coming to the island be sure to visit the said street. A considerable number of foreigners and did not arrive at Phuket for a beach holiday, namely the nightlife of the island, and most of which focused on Bangla Road. Due to the fact that the new webcam Patong works round the clock, it can be seen as a function of time of day changing lives in this part of the resort. Since its late night all the stops here until morning, when the first of the awakened tourists go to the beach or go on trips, and local residents are engaged in cleaning and preparing for another stormy evening and night.

The post Phuket Webcams – TOP-25 Live Webcams Phuket! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Buses from Airport Suvarnabhumi (Bangkok) to Pattaya
  

• Transfer from Bangkok airport to Pattaya
  

• Taxi from the airport Suvarnabhumi (Bangkok) to Pattaya
  

• How to get from Don Muang Airport (Bangkok) to Pattaya
  

How cheap to get to Pattaya from Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Due to the fact that the main airport in Thailand is between Bangkok and Pattaya, it makes sense to get to the resort right after the arrival in the country, without visit the capital (unless, of course, her visit is not included in your plans for the first few days of rest). So you’ve arrived at the main airport of the country, saving a lot of money due to the fact that you read earlier article How cheap to fly to Thailand and now you know where you can find most cheap airplane tickets. After passport control you can use two main and repeatedly proven ways: by bus or taxi from Bangkok airport to Pattaya. The plane I do not even consider because distance between Suvarnabhumi and Pattaya only 110 km.

From  Airport Suvarnabhumi (Bangkok) to Pattaya by bus

The easiest way – after the arrival and passage of all procedures you must go down to the first floor Suvarnabhumi Airport (Level 1). Between the outputs of the street №7 and №8 you can find ticket office where you can purchase tickets for a comfortable bus from airport to Pattaya. Costs of this bus – 134 thai baht. The journey time is about 2 hours, and a final stop of this bus from Suvarnabhumi – small bus station on the south Pattaya (crossing of the Thappraya Road and Thepprasit Road). Bus service on the specified route are carried out by Airport Pattaya Bus company. Landing to blue bus of company №389 and disembarkation of it, is near the exit №8, under a canopy in Bangkok airport Suvarnabhumi. Personally, I have used this bus some times in the opposite direction. I made the journey from Pattaya to the airport and I liked it.

Bangkok Airport Bus Schedule – buses from bangkok airport to Pattaya

Bus timetable Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya – from the official website of the company (picture is clickable). The site also states that the buses from the Bangkok airport to Pattaya with departure time in 21-00 and 22-00 comes to North bus station, not the South. On the website you can see also actually cost of ticket – Just 120 THB in 2019 year (sometimes prices change, so I remember 132 THB and 124 THB also in previous years). I draw your attention that the schedule may be change (during the low season not 16 flights a day, but can only be performed 10 buses from airport, ie the interval between flights in both directions is increased). The major disadvantage of this method to get from Bangkok airport to Pattaya by bus is the fact that in the desired for you time this specified bus can be full (without free places) and you must buy a ticket on the next flight and wait 1-2 hours (depending on time of day).

Also you can use big bus of another company – Bell Travel Service Co. Buses of this company not less comfortable and with this option you get a one big advantages. Firstly, the price includes delivery not only to the Northern Bus Station in Pattaya (near the intersection of Sukhumvit highway and North Pattaya Road), but also on the delivery by minibus directly to the entrance of your hotel. This is very handy when you have oversized baggage and you already know where you are going to stay in Pattaya. Transplant from a large bus to minibus carried out directly on the Northern Bus Station in Pattaya and pay extra at the same time do not need anything. You should not be afraid that because of flight delays or long passport control is likely you can miss your bus. The company promises that in this situation, you can easily get to Pattaya on the first next next bus from Bangkok airport to Pattaya.

Unfortunately, the bus transfer of this company from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya in 2019 became much more expensive. If earlier the transfer cost was 240-250 baht, now you can buy a ticket online for such a bus for 400-420 THB. Maybe it’s still a good option if you are traveling alone. But if you have two or three passengers, it is more profitable to order a taxi transfer from airport and get to Pattaya faster and with great comfort. If you didn’t buy your ticket online in advance, you can try to find free places for the nearest bus to Patatya. To do this, you can contact the representative of the bus company, which is located near gate No. 8 of Level 1 of Suvarnabhumi Airport.

At present, the company said buses depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport from 8-00 am to 18-00 pm, every two hours, ie, in the 08-00, 10-00, 12-00, 14-00, 16-00 and 18:00

The landing place on the bus to Pattaya In Suvarnabhumi Airport

Another way to make way from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya – public buses departing from the bus terminal near airport. If you want use this way, you can take a free shuttle bus in airport and go 10 minutes to bus station. Bus services to Pattaya performed several companies, so the cost of one ticket ranges from 106 to 250 baht. The first flight to Pattaya goes to 06-30 in the morning and the last – at 21-00. At the same time you must know that cheaper buses with red stripes on the sides, will take you to the North Bus Station in Pattaya, and on the way will make frequent stops, picking up passengers for free. Most expensive as buses for 230-250 baht dovezut directly to the chosen hotel (with a transfer by minibus to Pattaya). I think, more easy way to use Bangkok airport to Pattaya Bus from Gate №8 in Suvarnabhumi.

Transfer from Bangkok airport to Pattaya

The easiest and fastest way to get from Suvargabhumi Airport to Pattaya is by car transfer from the airport directly to your hotel door. As a rule, this service can be ordered on the website of many large hotels in which you have booked a room. The cost of such services for hotels of different classes can vary significantly, so you need to clarify in advance. When you ordered a transfer, after all the necessary procedures at the airport, you can see your taxi driver (when leaving the arrivals hall (2nd floor of the airport), he should have a sign in your hands with your name (surname). You can also always use the best car transfer from the airport, which allows you to pre-book a transfer from Bangkok airport to Pattaya.

You will be spared from long negotiations with taxi drivers at the airport, because you will know in advance the cost of the trip between Bangkok and your hotel in Pattaya. Another advantage of this option is a full-fledged 4-seater car with a roomy trunk. This means that you can make a comfortable trip by dividing the cost by 3-4 passengers, and the price will be the same at any time of the day. Finally, using an international car transfer, you can pay in advance online (partially or fully). This will allow you to avoid exchanging your money for Thai currency at an unprofitable exchange rate at the airport (unless, of course, you have read my article on how you can exchange currency at a good exchange rate at the Suvarnabhumi airport).

Taxi from the airport Suvarnabhumi (Bangkok) to Pattaya

Due to the fact that you can use the buses from Suvarnabhumi (to overcome the distance of Bangkok – Pattaya) only 6-30 am to 22-00 pm, every arriving at night tourist must wait in airport first bus to Pattaya or use other ways.  At first, you can spend the night in the capital (the article How to get from the airport to Bangkok: all ways). But you can find a taxi to Pattaya and sometimes it most smart way. The latter option is more beneficial if you eat in Pattaya not one, but a company from 3-4 people. By the way, because of the placement in the luggage compartment the gas cylinder, some taxi drivers do not take more than 3 passengers with big baggage.

The fare from the airport to Pattaya now stands at 1000-2500 baht. If you want to get there as cheaply as possible, it is not necessary to order a taxi on the counters in the arrivals area (2nd floor), as it is the most expensive option. You can go out on the same floor and negotiate with a taxi driver on their own – a reasonable price in this case 1000-1500 baht (depending on time of day and your bargaining skills). But the most sensible option is -you have to climb to the 4th floor of the airport (departure zone) and try to catch a taxi at the entrance, which was arrival by tourists from Pattaya. Stay long time for taxi there prohibited, therefore the driver will be the most accommodating and the probability to take you by for 1000 baht is real.

Taxi in Suvarnabhumi airport for way Bangkok airport – Pattaya

Deciding to take a taxi from the airport to Pattaya, you need to agree on the amount in advance or go strictly by the meter. In the first case you need to immediately specify not only the taxi driver fee for delivery, but also to clarify whether the sum includes travel expenses for the toll road (about 100 baht). If you want to go by taxi meter, also check about the payment of toll road sections and remind to the taxi driver did not “forget” to include the counter (taxi meter). Taxi must arrive take you to the door of the selected hotel.

How to get from Don Muang Airport to Pattaya

Despite the fact that Don Muang now can not boast such passenger traffic as the main airport in Thailand, many tourists come to the country it is through this airport, because here you can buy cheap online flights from neighboring countries. Since a direct bus connection between this airport where almost all the budget airlines (loukost) and Pattaya is not have, you need or just take a taxi (the scheme is similar to that in the Suvarnabhumi Airport, only slightly higher price), or to get cheap way, but with transfers.

Firstly, it is possible to make way from Don Muang Airport on the North Bus Terminal in Bangkok, called Mo Chit. Just do not confuse it with the metro station, to which the bus station about 1.5 km. You can go to bus station from airport by bus A1, which can sit on near the Gate №6. The cost of the trip a little more than 30 baht, only you must say to conductor that you want leave bus on Nothern bus station, because bus stops only at the request and in the final he stop on metro station Mo Chit. Later you go to the ticket office and buy ticket on next bus to Pattaya (costs 134 baht.) The journey takes about 2.5 hours. Buses on this route with 5-00 am to 19-00 pm.

Shuttle bus Suvarnabhumi airport – Don Muang airport in Bangkok

Another option, which allows inexpensive to make way from Don Muang Airport to Pattaya is the following: you must initially go to the main airport (Suvarnabhumi), and then – one of the methods described above. The easiest way to travel between airports are free shuttle bass who work with 5-00 am to midnight. The journey time is 40 minutes, in the shuttle bus have good air-conditioned. Shuttle bus departure from Don Muang is from the arrival area, and Suvarnabhumi Airport shuttle bus comes into the departure zone. Another option: a bus № 554 between the airports. Interval 30 minutes – 1 hour, fare from 34 to 40 baht, the journey takes about 50 minutes (the distance between the airport 50 km).

I hope, the information contained in the article has convinced you that to get from Bangkok airport to Pattaya not be a problem even for the beginner independent traveler with minimal knowledge of foreign languages. If you decide to initially see the sights of Bangkok, and only later to go to Pattaya, I advise you to read the article How to get from Bangkok to Pattaya, where I described the most convenient and inexpensive options.

The post How to get from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya – all options! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

The famous Walking Street Pattaya – is known far beyond the borders of Thailand, therefore view from online webcams Pattaya Walking Street will be interested all those who would like to at least virtually look at what is happening on this street, as well as those who have already visited Pattaya and left there part of their soul. Broadcast from the two new webcams that are installed directly on Walkking Street, began recently, but they have successfully replaced the one camera, which worked before on FLB bar. I sure, new live webcams will be popular for those who at least once watched the city with the help of them.

The first new live camera is installed at the entrance to one of the thematic institutions Walking Street, this street brought worldwide fame. We are talking about an institution Sweethearts A GOGO. The camera is mounted directly above the central part of the street Wolking street, so you can use it all happens on it pretty well see: the glittering signs of neighboring establishments, passing tourists and locals (although in most it is more a thai girls) and city transport Pattaya during daylight days. Depending on the speed of your Internet connection, broadcast from webcams Pattaya on Walking Street starts after 15-30 seconds after the page loads. And the broadcast will start automatically, press do not need anything.

1. Online webcam Pattaya – Walking Street near Sweethearts A Gogo

Like other Webcams Pattaya, new cameras also carry broadcast around the clock webcam Pattaya (with some exceptions). This is the main difference from the previously posted on the web page of the camera FLB bar, which had a limited operating mode: broadcast images began after 01-00 p.m London time (or 08-00 a.m. in California), when approaching the sunset in Pattaya itself, ie, was made by the webcam only in the evening and at night, when the legendary pedestrian street of the city – Walking Street, on which the majority of the most famous nightlife Pattaya clubs, night bars, exotic shows, and A-Go Go, becomes a pedestrian and becomes one of the main epicenters of the night life of the resort.

By the way, during his visit to Pattaya i am specially went FLB bar (the benefit is it is next to Club Insomnia) and noticed that the webcam, which hung over the entrance, do not exist. Those. I hope that maybe it will work a later, but many sites still write about the fact that this camera is just temporarily disabled. The second new Walking street live webcam is located at the entrance to Walking Street Guest House – a place where you can cheaply to stay right on the famous street for a very good for this location price (the central part Walking Street, next to the famous disco Lucifer) . For the price of less than 14 euros for two you get a large clean room, big bed, normal bathroom and free WiFi). Check availability can be placed using the window below the search form Web camera.

2. New webcam near Pattaya Walking Street Guest House

Go to the general list: The best online webcams Pattaya

The post Webcams Pattaya – Walking Street online first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Thong Lang beach on the island of Koh Lan near Pattaya is not too large beach and not particularly noisy. But it has an excellent transport accessibility. In this particular article provides an overview of the small beach – Thong Lang and posted a several of fresh photos from the beach of the island, made by me during the last visit of the thai resort in 2015. Also, a small video clip from this beach you can find in the end of review, allowing to better assess the situation, the state of the water and the sand on the Thong Lang beach.

How you can get to Thong Lang beach very cheap

In big article Detailed description of all the beaches of the Koh Larn island I have already described the location of the Thong Lang beach on the island and told about the main ways to get to it from the mainland and other beaches of Ko Lan. Therefore, the following will describe only the most budgetary and popular option. This option popular especially among western tourists, because most of the Chinese swim at Thong Lang beach in groups of 12-15 people in speedboats and they also swim away from the Koh Larn beach to Pattaya resort.

Thong Lang Beach on Koh Larn – clear water and white sand

Slightly less fast and comfortable, but much less expensive way is to use the passenger ferries and costs 30 thai baht (just under $1) to one side. Just choose from two ferries should be the one that goes to the pier Tawaen, rather than Naban village on the other side of the island. Read more about the ferry, their routes and timetables can be found on the page How to get from Pattaya to Koh Lan on the ferry.

When you reaching the desired Tawaen pier, you should go ashore and take a left, going along the beach Tawaen beach. It mean you need going about 800 meters, but as the path runs past the original beach cafes and numerous souvenir shops, clothes and all sorts of beach things, the distance does not seem so great. However, this is not the end of the road to the Tong Lang beach. Later you must go on new excellent concrete road along the rocky shore.

Start of new concrete road to the Thong Lang beach

Until recently, this section of track was in very poor condition, as older concrete road was badly battered by storm. Lots of the old road can still be seen next to the new one. Now you can go fast and without any problems, but it is way almost without shadow, therefore you need to accelerate the pace and be sure to use sunscreen (see.article How need to sunbathing in Thailand). However, this way still shorter than the previous and after about 400 meters you will get to Thong Lang beach.

Review of Thong Lang beach (Koh Larn)

The first difference Thong Lang beach from Tawaen beach (which is located near the same name pier and have more length) – a much smaller number of guests. As in the previous beach, the main contingent here – Chinese tourists of different age and physique. However, even in the high season you can easy find a free places on the beach. Number of sunbeds for sunbath is not very much, but i can say that they are all on the front line – the second there is simply no have.

Thong Lang Beach – view on the right side

Sandy strip on the Thong Lang beach narrow enough, and just behind the line of sun beds and umbrellas begins raising relief and are located tables of beachside cafés. Choosing a place for swimming better in the beginning and in the middle of the beach, as right side it is often used as a place of mooring speedboats and space for planting-disembarkation of passengers. Several funny to see how the Chinese team are cost in a row, and in turn are loaded on their speedboat. At the same time, tourists from some groups all are numbered like sheep or other animals and sometimes they have number on the nude chest, written marker.

The water at the Thong Lang beach very clean and clear, in spite of the numerous waterways. Log into the water by a pleasant white sand is not very flat, ie, depth is reached fairly quickly. However, in this, there are some advantages: the boat and speedboats, which are moored at some distance from the coast almost the entire length of the beach, do not interfere with swimming. As well, do not interfere with swimming and choose to relax the beach Chinese tourists. In his last visit to this beach, I stayed there for about 4 hours and almost all of that time I am swam alone (almost all of tourists from China just makes photos on the beach or in water near bank).

Central part of Thong Lang Beach on Koh Larn in noon

If anyone still does not know, I want to explain why. The fact that the Chinese almost never bathed. Those. they go into the water, and may even dip fool around (from this so noisy on the beach Tawaen beach at Koh Lan). And all this is far from the coast, usually no deeper than a meter. The rest of the water space of the beach is totally free space. In fact, many Chinese tourists and does not dip: a bit like the water. But be photographed love: it is their main occupation on all the beaches of Thailand. Therefore, if your goal – to swim well – the Chinese are not a hindrance. Is that when entering the water.

Photos on the background of the sea – a favorite occupation of Chinese tourists

I can not say about the cost of the deck chairs on the Thong Lang Beach. I am sure that it is in any case not exceeding 100 baht per day, but worker of beach not take money from me for some reason. I sure that he really saw when I came to the beach and then helped to find my slate, which disappeared at the time, while I swam (it turned out that they washed away into the sea out of the lounger wave from a passing ferry and washed ashore elsewhere beach :)).

Summarizing descriptions of the beach, I can say that quite a pleasant place for a quiet holiday far from the pier Tawaen. The minimum cost of the road, the presence of cafes with the average prices for drinks and snacks, clean sea, nice color of water, soft white sand. Among the shortcomings, which can be put up, I will mention the noise from the boats and waves along the island ferries and not too much space for swiming (eg, compared to Samae beach on Koh Lan). Also keep in mind that the sunbath is not too convenient, as this beach in the north of the island and the sun is shining from the shore. Enjoy your vacation!

Video from Thong Lang beach (Koh Larn)

Here you can see a little video from the Thong Lang beach on Koh Larn

[ad#res2]

[ad#end]

The post Thong Lang beach (Koh Larn island) – my review first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

How to get from Pattaya to Koh Larn?

You can read my article The long vacation on Koh Larn island, where i describes in detail all the benefits of both short-term and long-term stay on the island. On the Thai-Rest.com you can get information about all the most popular options which allows to reach to the Koh Larn island,  costs, advantages and disadvantages of these some options. Information contained in the article is based on the personal experience of repeated trips to Koh Larn from Pattaya. Now more about the different modes of transport on the route Pattaya- Koh Larn – Pattaya.  You can use ferry, big boat and speedboats. Originally, I planned to write just one article. but the material turned out voluminous, so for convenience I have divided it into three parts. In this part I will tell you how to get from Pattaya to Koh Larn Island by ferry. Other ways – in others articles of this website.

Where you can find ferry to Koh Larn in Pattaya

Whichever method you choose, your path will initially be based on the Bali Hai Pier, located in the southern part of resort, near the end of the famous pedestrian street – Pattaya Walking Street. (How to get to Walking Street, from different parts of Pattaya and Jomtien, see the corresponding article). After passing the arch with the name of the said street (left to MIXX disco), you need to turn right (to the sea) at the first fork, and a minute later we are on the pier at the base of the building is built with beautiful turquoise roof (see. Photo). In this building you can find ticket office, where you can buy tickets for different modes of transport to the island of Koh Larn.

Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya. Ticket office

This ferry is the most affordable option, and costs only 30 Baht one way. Although ferry tickets can be purchased at the ticket office, I personally do not recommend, because cashier are interested to sell you tickets to a more expensive mode from transportation and get the most commission from the transport companies. So, if before the departure of the ferry there is little time, cashier can say to you that the free places for the next ferry is not. Therefore, you will be offered to buy tickets for 150 Baht at big boat, which go to the others beaches of the island. I must say. that great boat for 150 baht – not a bad way and has many advantages. But as this article is about the ferry, I’ll write here about ferry to the island of Koh Larn.

In reality, the best choice would be to ignore these ticket office, because you can purchase a ferry ticket for 30 Baht directly near ferry which takes passengers on board and ready to sail. Just go straight for Bali Hai Pier (which can be seen via a webcam Pattaya online posted on this site) and closer to the end to see the moored boat, which is landing. Near ferry you will see several transport company employees, which sell tickets (In fact just take the money and skip the passengers on board). It should be noted that the ferries to Koh Larn usually depart on strictly to the approved schedule, but a delay of 5-15 minutes still happen. Therefore, you can catch a ferry even if the schedule he had set off. But it is better to arrive a little in advance to get the best seats (in the shade or in the sun, as you like).

In addition, in the high tourist season in the morning often organized extra ferries that do not adhere to the schedule and go to the island of Koh Larn as required. Typically, the signal for the rapid departure of the ferry are drifting with his long beeps. Usually a little further there is one more steam, which will soon also begin planting, and you can manage to get the best seats (who do not not care where to sit for 40 minutes). Depending on the strength of the wind, the waves and the particular island pier, the ferry arrives at Koh Larn after 35-50 minutes (usually 40 minutes). It should be borne in mind that to get to Koh Larn on the ferry can be on one of the two piers, which are located in different parts of the island and the distance from which the beaches somewhat different. Therefore, you should remember the information placed below:

★ Ferries to Koh Larn, which go to the Naban Pier in the same village on the east coast of the island (the closest to the Pattaya) is called in Pattaya – Koh Larn. Title ferry (more precisely, its route) on the sides can be read (including the ferry schedule placed there), but also on a large board, which is typically mounted on the roof top of the deck in front of the ferry. Near the pier Naban no beaches for swimming, so you have to get to them using one of the modes of transport, as described in the article Transport on the island of Koh Larn: Practical Tips.

Ferry from Pattaya to Koh Larn island

★ Ferry from Pattaya to Koh Larn, which is approaching the Tawaen beach (northern  side of island) called Pattaya -. Tawaen. On the board of some ferries on the same way you can read Pattaya – Hard Tawaen Pier. This pier  is located near three beaches that are described in the article Detailed description of all the beaches of the Koh Larn island. If you do not afraid some of the nuances these beaches, you can stay to rest directly on them. If not – at your service motorcycle taxi, songthaew (passenger pick-up) and a lot of motorbikes for rent.

Small update: Thailand – it’s Thailand. Therefore will not be superfluous to ask the person who passes the passengers on board, which is a ferry from Pattaya, even if on the sides and in front of the clearly readable final destination. Personally, I once in 2015 reached the pier Naban on the ferry, which was called Pattaya – Tawaen beach, I began to ask this point (destination) separately from ticket sellers (or rather the persons collecting money for travel) close to the ferry. True more such “substitution” was not. Tickets to return way you can also purchased at the pier before boarding. In this case, there is no alternative in the form of ticket office, as well without tickets – just a pass to board the ferry after payment again. Be sure to grab a life vest at the entrance to the ferry. This question is not only safety but also comfort: personally, I usually use a vest as a soft backrest (benches on the ferry from wood and they a few hard for seat).

Schedule of ferry Pattaya – Koh Larn – Pattaya

Below the photograph submitted ferry schedule from Pattaya to Koh Larn and back as of January 2015. Note on the right side of the table in the schedule of the ferry pier Naba, and the left – to the pier Tawaen. The number of ferries to the first of the piers more during the day. You can also note that the last ferry from the island as it sails from the pier Naban later.

Schedule of ferry Pattaya – Koh Larn – Pattaya

The ferry schedules true for January 2015, but Thais could make some changes according to the season. As a rule, the current schedule can always be seen in offices building at the entrance to the pier in Pattaya, on the stands near the site of the ferry mooring at the pier and directly on the ferries themselves. Also you can check ferry schedules in new maps of Pattaya, which can be found on this site by clicking on the link, or take for free at the resort (which is done once again painted in detail in the article above). Just remember that the card should be fresh, otherwise a ferry information may not be completely accurate.

Previously, landing on the ferries going to the pier Naban, carried out on the right side of the pier in Pattaya, and ferries to the pier Hard Tawaen – the left side of Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya. It was very convenient, but currently (January 2015) a similar distinction for some reason is not observed (ie, ferries to the desired island pier can be sent from both sides Bali Hai pier in Pattaya).

Advantages of ferry Pattaya – Koh Larn – Pattaya:

★ The most budget option. Day trip from Pattaya to Koh Larn will cost only 30 + 30 = 60 Baht (if to move around the island on foot or swim at beaches with walking distance of the pier (first of all, it concerns the pier Tawaen).

★ Ability to meet fellow travelers (cute girls or boys) during the voyage;

★ Ability to spend more time on the island (the last ferry to the mainland leaves at 18-00 (06-00 p.m.));

★ The ability to take a walk through the village. The epicenter of life on Koh Larn is located exactly in the village next to the pier Naban, there are many cafes, shops (including is the only one on the island of Seven Eleven), massage parlors, hotels and interesting Buddhist temple. For longer stays on the island ferry is the best option due to the mainland.

Ferries to Koh Larn near bali hai Pier in Pattaya

Disadvantages of ferry Pattaya – Koh Larn – Pattaya:

★ If you have come to the pier in front of the departure, the ferry can be completely filled. As a result, it may not have enough life jackets, and you must have to sit on the sunny side (if you not have a protection cream for sun, you can get a little bit burn).

★ The last ferry from the island in 18-00 (06-00 p.m.) also often overloaded with passengers. I’m sure many have heard that it was the cause of the flooding of one of these ferries and the death of 15 tourists from Europe and Russia, in November of 2013. Tragically it ended up swimming in the first place for those who did not get the life jackets.

[ad#trans2]

★ If you wish to visit a beach, except Tawaen (and two located near the beach with him), will have to pay extra public transport or motorcycle taxi (30 to 50 Baht). As a result, the cost of travel may increase from 60 to 160 baht and the option does not seem so budget. For get more information about traveling to the island (about transport on the island and about all of beaches of the island of Koh Larn)) you must read other thematic articles (special links you can find  find in the text above).

I hopefully, after reading this article, you will no longer have a question: “How to get from Pattaya to Koh Larn on the ferry?” I advise you to also read about more convenient (and in some cases more cheap) the way the ferry to the island in the article How to get to Koh Lan from Pattaya on big boat.

The post How to get from Pattaya to Koh Larn on the ferry first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

The method, which is described in this article will allow you to get to Koh Larn from Pattaya on big boat. And this method in some cases much more convenient than using the ferry, described in the previous article. And you should be aware that the fare is only at first glance seems to be higher because a large boat has obvious advantages. I do not know why it’s way called speedy, but if you want make a way from Pattaya to Koh Larn on the big boat, you have to be ready to travel  40-50 minutes, and not 30, which typically promise in advertising leaflets. But in contrast to the ferry for 30 baht, which spend similar time on the way to the east coast of the island, the boat will have to overcome a greater distance, because the boat allows quick access to Samae- Beach  – one of the best beaches on the west coast of Koh Larn island. 

When you reached the Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya (more on this in the article How to get from Pattaya to Koh Larn on the ferry, you must likewise ignore the box office in a building with turquoise roof and moving along the pier. If your goal – big boat for 150 baht (price includes the path to the island and back), then the best option is not go through the entire pier by walking, better you  trust your body to one of shill motorcyclists who “hooks” customers at the entrance to the pier. Just stop one of them (Just stop one of them (if he self does not stop you first) and say “Samae Beach” After he says “OK”, just sit on the motorbike behind him (can be two passengers) and he quickly carries you to the landing place on a large boat. Paying such a transfer on the pier is not necessary, the price of the boat remains unchanged – 150 baht for a ticket to both sides. But this will save you time and mediator earned his commission from the shipping company.

How to get from Pattaya to Koh Larn. Sticker of transport company

Larger boats usually depart from Pattaya at intervals of 1 hour. The first boat for 150 Baht to Koh Larn from Pattaya departs at 09:30, the last – at 13:30 (data as of 2015). When you buy a ticket for the boat to the island, be sure to specify the time of return trip too. Because the price includes travel in both directions at once, and you will be given a return ticket too. The last flight from the island at 17:00 (05-00 p.m.) Prior to this, there are still two flights: at 15:00 and at 16:00 (03-00 p.m. and 04-00 p.m.). You must carefully stored your return ticket , or to return to the mainland may have problems. When you buy tickets to a large boat to Koh Larn, on your T-shirt will be pasted bright sticker (poisonous orange logo of company Koh Larn Transport Co.). Sticker is no trace on clothes, so you not need worried for her safety. At the entrance to the boat better grab a life vest, which lie directly on the deck of a large boat or near boat on the pier. Then you have to take free seat on board the boat and enjoy the sea journey.

All the big boats on which I have made his way from Pattaya to Koh Larn and return way, had two decks. The upper deck is mostly open or semi-open, but the lower deck – closed, sometimes (if you’re lucky) with tables, fans, soft seats (see photo.). As a rule, 95% of passengers choose place it on the upper deck. Whether for security reasons, or wanting to breathe the sea air. But for me more liked to get to Koh Larn from Pattaya on big boat and back is on the lower deck, where sometimes other than I did not have anyone. Perhaps it is not entirely safe, but sometimes only by boat to the island of Koh Larn and back, I was able to sleep very well during the holiday in Pattaya. A great option to sleep for 40 minutes, with his head resting on the soft seat, a life jacket or a beach bag with a towel.

How to get from Pattaya to Koh Larn – the lower deck is a large boat

However, in the very first time of my trip  from Koh Larn to Pattaya I was a little nauseated after sleep. Even now, I know not whether it was the result of the big waves, ie, I was an easy motion sickness while I was sleeping, or such an impact on my body had a certain amount of exhaust gases penetrated from the engine compartment of the boat, also located on the lower deck. The boat has a toilet (or more correctly latrine), also on the ground floor, next to the stairs, and on the way the stewards, Thais  offer chilled drinks: water, cola, beer. Price is about 2 times higher than in the store, so wishing to save can buy a cold drink at one of the 7/11 near the pier, or grab a drink out of the hotel refrigerator at or condo, wrapped them in a towel (so your drink will be cold long time). Currently, when you will use big boats to Koh Larn from Pattaya, you will get  free soft drink (of course, it will be small bottles or cans). A year ago, this was not, apparently, competition from ferries for 30 baht forced to resort to such innovation.

During a trip on a boat You will pass by picturesque cliffs and several beaches that are described in the article Detailed description of all the beaches of the Koh Larn island. A 40-50 minutes later (depending on the sea waves and wind power), the boat arrives to the Samae Beach (on the hill behind the beach will be seen a lot of wind generators (most of which are not rotating), and to the left of the beach (when viewed from the side sea) you will notice a building of unusual shape with lots of solar panels on the roof) and a viewing platform a little higher. However, this is not the end of your journey. The last 50 meters from the boat to the pier from plastic blocks, you must  overcome in the longtail boat. On the stern of this longtail boat you can see on a rotating platform old motor that transmits torque to the smallest screw, mounted on a long shaft (see posted the video below)

Longtail boats  moor to big boat at least filling and everything happens quickly, so do not climb over the heads of other tourists in the hope of winning the extra five minutes of felting on the beach. After a colorful boat with no less colorful boaters will moored to the pier, you can go with the boat leaving at the pier life vest (can be left on the boat) and go to the beach. Since the beach is one of the best on the island, you not need need get to other beach yet, but if you wish you are always can to use local motorbike taxi. More information can be found in the article Transport on the island of Koh Larn: Practical Tips. To ensure that you have time on your return flight, it is better to come to the pier for 20-30 minutes before return departure.

Return to the pier can only be for make a return trip to Pattaya. At the beginning of the pier, you must show a return ticket on the big boat. When you give a ticket,  you can not to go back to the beach, therefore you must go to the pier only before your return  to Pattaya. Then the familiar steps, but in reverse. Move to the end of the pier, put on a life vest swims on a longtail boat to the big boat, and after 40-50 minutes after departure on leave Bali Hai pier in Pattaya. Back at Bali Hai Pier (which you can see in real-time using one of the webcams Pattaya online) will have to walk or just hire a motorcycle taxi that will take you to the hotel. Since my hotel is always within walking distance of Pattaya Walking Street, i prefer to stretch your legs and go on foot, admiring the rapid end of the day, when at dusk lights up a lot of neon signs.

Floating restaurants at Bali Hai Pier – a favorite vacation spot of Chinese tourists

Advantages of big boats Pattaya – Ko Larn – Pattaya for 150 Baht:

★ Less travel time (meaning that for 40-50 minutes will take you directly to a great beach with crystal clear water and not too many tourists).
★ Ability to sleep on the lower deck;
★ Ability to purchase a some popular cold drinks;
★ Free soft drink on board included in the ticket price;
★ Ability to ride on colorful longtail boat;
★ Beautiful views of the cliffs of the island during the trip.

Disadvantages of big boats Pattaya – Ko Larn – Pattaya for 150 Baht:

★ The last boat in 17-00 generally overloaded with passengers. Once we swam for about 10 minutes boat ride around it, while we still have not taken on board. Vest is not enough at all, so slept with difficulty :);
★ Due to the slightly higher rate on the upper deck with a strong wind and waves are not too comfortable to sit (fly water spray and wind in your face). But this many people even like it, so the disadvantage is not obvious;
★ If you wish to visit other beach, the cost of travel increases from 150 to 250 baht (due to additional payment motorcycle taxi services).
★ Bright sticker on his chest is visible in the photographs. We must not forget or temporarily peel it before photographing process, or delete after in Photoshop :).
★ Lower frequency flights compared with the ferries. Arriving late on just who quit from the boat pier, the next will have to wait an hour (although in this situation easier to take the ferry for 30 baht).
★ When near Samae beach sea with big waves, landing on/from a big boat is carried out on the nearby beach – Thien beach on Koh Larn island.

In the next article “How to get to Koh Lan from Pattaya as soon as possible,” I’ll tell you more about a few other ways to get from Pattaya to Koh Lan, their advantages and disadvantages. And I wish you pleasant trips in the event that you decide to make way to Koh Larn from Pattaya on big boat!

[ad#end]

The post How to get to Koh Larn from Pattaya on big boat first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok – advantages and disadvantages
  

• Transfer Pattaya-Bangkok – easy, quickly and comfortably
  

• Bus from Pattaya to Bangkok – cheap and comfortable!
  

• The most budget option: Pattaya-Bangkok by minibus
  

[ad#trans]

Taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok – advantages and disadvantages

I just want to clarify, just in case that this article describes ways to get from Pattaya to Bangkok-city, not to one of the airports of thai capital. For more information about how to get to the Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang, using taxis and other modes of transport, you need read another detailed article How to get from Pattaya to Bangkok airports. One of the easiest ways, allowing all independent travelers to get from Pattaya to Bangkok is a classic taxi in Pattaya. The disadvantage in this method, only one – the higher price, especially if you are traveling alone and are not able to find fellow travelers with whom it would be possible to share travel expenses. Find a taxi in Pattaya is easy, even if you did not know English and, especially, the Thai language.

Firstly, you can order a taxi car in most hotels and guesthouses of resort. Even if you do not live in a luxury hotel, which have is near the parking with a lot of free taxi cars, just tell at the reception about your  need.  You can say three little words, “Taxi to Bangkok” and in 99%  cases you will be offered this service. As a rule, the cost of travel from Pattaya to Bangkok airport, from Pattaya to the BTS SkyTrain line or from Pattaya to one of the bus stations (mostly Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai) – will be 1,000-1,500 baht. If from you require more – you can bargain, or look for a taxi elsewhere.

Classic Taxi on the Jomtien Beach Road in Pattaya

Also you can find free taxi car in a typical places for this. I mean parking near one of the shopping centers of Pattaya, for example, Royal Garden Plaza or Central Festival, where passengers usually expect a number of taxis or you can order taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok in one of the numerous street points, offering taxi service. In the first case also need to specify in advance the cost of travel and who will pay for toll roads, and the second most often used for trips to the airport and has a fixed cost (but sometimes you can bargain too).

Of the advantages of taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok may be noted his speed (although not much faster than a normal bus), a slightly higher level of comfort and the ability to make way from Pattaya to Bangkok at any time of the day, because you can not use the minibuses and buses from Pattaya to Bangkok at night, when your flight can be early in the morning or in the middle of the night. Keep in mind that taxis in Thailand are usually running on liquefied gas, and gas bottle takes a lot of space in the trunk. Therefore, more than three passengers, especially with luggage, taxi drivers do not want to take.

Transfer Pattaya-Bangkok – easy, quickly and comfortably

Transfer Pattaya-Bangkok may be one of the most convenient options in the event that you are accustomed to plan in advance for all of your expenses and when you are not traveling alone, but with family or a group of several persons. Wanting to use the shuttle Pattaya-Bangkok, you can know in advance the cost of way and cost of additional services. Unlike a taxi in Pattaya, all the cars of the best international Service Kiwitaxi have at least four seats and have full size luggage department for your suitcases or for your backpacks for travel. It is important that when you are traveling in a big company or a family of 5-6 people, you can pre-order the minivan. And it will cost you much cheaper than if you ordered two taxi cars in Pattaya to bangkok or to other place in Thailand.

Transfer Pattaya – Bangkok by Kiwitaxi. You can select any class of taxi car

If we talk about the additional services that you can order via the website of the company Kiwi-taxi, it is, primarily, children’s car seats – the key to a safe trip for your child. It is also possible to order a car for transportation of oversized baggage (eg bicycle or surfboard). You have the opportunity to order is not a simple budget car, and the car business class or even a limousine. An important advantage is the fact that pay for the service on a transfer Pattaya-Bangkok can be made online – using your debit or credit card. This fact will allow you to avoid extra costs to exchange your currency for money in Thailand.

Benefits of Kiwitaxi does not end described above. You can add the ability to cancel the booking without any loss of money, the ability to change the date or trip time and so on. I sure, one of most important benefits of transfer Pattaya-Bangkok – it is possible to specify your destination. As a result, the driver in advance can to prepare for the trip and he will choose the fastest and most convenient route. Because drivers of classic taxi in Pattaya often people from the Thai provinces and they do not know the streets of Bangkok very good. Therefore you can lose a very long time in the metropolitan traffic jams.

Of course, the use of the best international Service Kiwitaxi is just one of the options that allow you to easily organize shuttle Pattaya-Bangkok. Often, you can order a transfer by this route directly in your hotel. Service fee in this case often depends on the respectability of the hotel, your bargaining skills and the tourist season.

Bus from Pattaya to Bangkok – cheap and comfortable!

One of the most affordable, fast and practical way to get from Pattaya to Bangkok without intermediaries – conventional buses, which from early morning until evening run between the capital and the resort bus stations. In the article “Pattaya bus stations – detailed review” I have already given a description of the objects and methods to quickly and cheaply get to them from different areas of the resort. Therefore, below, in order not to be repeated, i just will give you some advice about  which of bus stations is better to use in a particular situation and the cost of travel from Pattaya to various destinations in Bangkok.

North Pattaya bus station (Bus Terminal to Bangkok)

If you are going to get to one of the Bangkok bus terminals from Pattaya by bus, your unconditional choice – North Pattaya bus station, where buses depart at once to all of bus stations in Bangkok. You just have to explore any Bangkok map with hotels and attractions, and understand how the area you are interested in most of all, ie, from which of the bus station in the capital, you will be faster and more convenient access to the booked hotel, shopping centers or other object. If not much difference and would still need to use the local transport – the easiest way to get to the Ekkamai Bus Station (Eastern bus terminal in Bangkok), because next to it is the same name BTS Skytrain Station. Some distance by taxi or motorcycle taxi would have to do to get to the BTS Skytrain or subway from Bangkok’s Northern Bus Terminal (Mo Chit bus station).

Ticket offices on North Pattaya bus station (buses to Bangkok and to Koh Samui)

Also, this way can be done on foot, having a little along the motorway and going through a rather big Chatuchak park in Bangkok. Southern metropolitan bus station is located in the western part of the city, very far from all subway lines, but the bus station is the best choice when you want to go out from Bangkok to one of the southern resorts in Thailand – Krabi province, on the island of Phuket or coconut island – Koh Samui.

Arriving at the bus station in North Pattaya, you should buy a ticket to one of the three window under a canopy (see. Photo above). Each ticket office sells tickets only to one of bus station in Bangkok, but sometimes one of the banks does not work, then you can buy tickets in the next. As a rule, near the window you can see fare of  bus, as well as the departure time of the next bus, on which by default, and sells tickets. So if you’re ready to go – just give money and specify the number of tickets. If you want to buy a ticket at a later time or on another day – tell about it to the cashier.

The waiting room at the north bus station in Pattaya and buses from Pattaya to Bangkok

The fare on the bus to the Ekkamai bus station and to the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok –  is 124 baht, while the price of the ticket for the bus to Mo Chit bus station – 133 baht. More higher price in the latter case due not only to the large distance of Pattaya, but also travel on toll road (by the way, is now part of the road close to Pattaya reconstructed and expanded, so the movement speed drops significantly). Most of all I like to travel to the Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai bus station)- the fastest way and metro nearby, great saves time on vacation.

You can remember that the last bus to Ekkamai Bus Station in Bangkok go in 23-00, bus to the Mo Chit bus station – already at 21-00, and last bus to the Bangkok southern bus terminal – altogether in 19-30 (in latter case i not sure, see table next to the cash register ). By the way, on the same bus station, in the 4th window, which  called Mukdahan (name of the bus company), you can purchase a ticket for the yellow bus to Samui (in the article “How to get from Pattaya to Koh Samui: all options” –  you can read about this bus, about his fare and about his schedule for more details.

One of the ticket office of north bus station in Pattaya + 2 tickets to Bangkok

When you have a bus ticket Pattaya to Bangkok, you can wait for a bus in the waiting room, which is located a little further to the right and under the same roof. There you can buy drinks and snacks for the road, and also you can eat some food as a snack on site (there are a few tables and chairs). Given the fact that the buses run very often, the wait will not be long. Planting is carried out with the platforms to exit gate opens to buses as the latest arrival. In the hall you can see a large electronic scoreboard, which shows information about the departure time of buses, their final destination in Bangkok and side number (the latter is usually imprinted in the ticket).

Electronic display at the bus station. You can see time of next bus to Bangkok from Pattaya

The buses have a luggage compartment, but the distance between rows of seats is large enough for the free placement of the feet and medium-sized backpacks. To avoid confusion (and in my experience they happen almost every time), remember one rule: in Thai bus the seat numbers indicated on the backside. Many foreigners are not aware of this and take someone else’s place, then the confusion begins. For example, in the photo below, you can think that I’m with my girl takes the place №5 and №6. In reality, we are sitting on the seats №9 and №10, (numbers written on the backside of the back of our seats).

The distance between the rows of seats and the numbering of seats in buses Pattaya – Bangkok

The most budget option: Pattaya-Bangkok by minibus

The most budget way to get from Pattaya to Bangkok alone (not including walking and hitchhiking)  – minibus with price 98 Baht. This type of transport is actively used by local residents, so go to such route minibuses very frequently – every 20-30 minutes. At the same time begin to walk the white Toyota minibus with yellow license plate in the 06-00 am and ends at 20:00 PM. Landing on a minibus Pattaya-Bangkok carried out at the beginning of Walking Street in Pattaya, in the area of South street between Pattaya Walking Street and Second Rd (second street), as well as on the very second the street near a jewelry store Tharuthong Gold Shop. On the map below points of landing respectively marked in red, blue and green.

Map of landing places of minibus Pattaya-Bangkok

Unfortunately, I can not say which of these points is final point, because i used this minibus just in the opposite direction and go out on the Second Road. Logically, it is the ultimate Walking Street, but because the latter is blocked to traffic at 18.00, better to look for minibus to Bangkok in the evening on the other points. Minibus arrives at a small bus station in Bangkok, near the metro station Victory Monument. The location of the bus station, I have already described in detail in the article “How to get from Bangkok to Pattaya: all ways.” Ibid describes the main disadvantages of this transport, because of which I am now prefer to use regular buses, although they are slightly more expensive.

Minibus Pattaya-Bangkok on the Second road in Pattaya

I hope that you read this whole long, but informative article and now you know exactly all the options of how to get from Pattaya to Bangkok, the price of these options, their main advantages and disadvantages. Enjoy your travels!

[ad#end]

The post How to get from Pattaya to Bangkok – all options! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

Railway station Hua Lamphong in Bangkok

[ad#trans]

Directions from the railway station Hua Lamphong

Bangkok and its main railway station are the link railroads in the country with a total length of over 4,000 km. Therefore, with the Hua Lampong you can get almost anywhere in Thailand, where the paved railroad. In the northern direction is the ancient capital of Siam Ayutthaya, Lorburi city, Chiang Mai and Sukhothai. Trains in the north-east direction (towards Laos) follow in the city of Khon Kaen, Buriram, Surin, Nong Khai, Udontani, Ubon Ratchatay and other cities Isan province.

If you choose the eastern branch of the railway, you can reach the border with Cambodia (Aranyaprathet). Also, the eastern branch is used by those who choose this rather exotic way to get from Bangkok to Pattaya – by train. South is a branch of the railway, which also begins at the railway station in Bangkok Hua Lamphong, is very extensive in the country and passes through such an important city like Hua Hin, Chumphon, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Surat Thani and ends in the south of the country, on the border with Malaysia (railroad goes on, so from Bangkok you can get to Kuala Lumpur by train).

Map of railways in Thailand in high resolution

On the map of railways of Thailand, which posted above this text (click to enlarge) you can see a lot of cities, which can be reached by rail. Also, for convenience, all areas are marked with different colors. Separately, you can mention the historical line of the Thai railway. Tourist trains plying on the “Road of Death”, are one of the most important attractions in the province of Kanchanaburi, where the famous Bridge on the River Kwai (much of tourists from Bangkok and Pattaya depart daily to see this bridge). By the way, the railway platform and the bridge can be seen with using one of the online Web camera of Kanchanaburi.

Getting to and from Hua Lamphong Train Station in Bangkok

Hua Lamphong Train Station is located in the central part of the city, near Pathum Wan (Rama IV street). The distance to the downtown area – Silom district – about 1 km. A similar distance to the Chao Phraya River. In walking distance from the train station is located in Bangkok’s Chinatown, a little further – Indian quarter. Those who are not afraid of walking a few kilometers long, can without any problems to reach the main shopping centers of Bangkok – MBK, Siam Paragon, etc. Also nearby is a picturesque Lumphini Park in Bangkok, where I personally like to walk during each visit to the Thai capital .

Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok – top view

This arrangement allows the train station to get to him almost equally convenient from many areas of Bangkok. However, it is necessary to use different modes of transport. The most convenient way – underground subway MRT Bangkok, because one of MRT station is located directly at the train station and even the name is similar – Hua Lamphong MRT. Due to the fact that the underground metro line intersects with the subway lines BTS SkyTrain, we can choose the fastest route from any area of the city, where there is such a transport.

So when you need to get from the airport Suvarnabhumi to Hua Lamphong Train Station, you must use the Airport Rail Link (station on the lowest floor of the airport). More information about this transport can be found on the page Getting to and from airport in Bangkok: all ways. At the same time you do not need to go to the terminal station (Phaya Thai), and you have to leave the train at Makkasan Station where there is a transition to a line underground metro (MRT Bangkok), and which will take you directly to the train station Hua Lamphong. The process is the quick and convenient, but it also has disadvantages associated with limited time working Aeroportovskaya trains and metro lines (trains do not go at night). In such cases, as well as when you do not travel alone, it is advantageous to use a taxi in Bangkok with a counter.

Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok – the main hall

Getting from Don Muang airport Bangkok to Hua Lamphong Station, also not difficult, because there is a direct part of the railway, on which a plurality of northbound trains runs between them. Trains depart from the airport station practically every half hour. There is also a special train between this station and the airport. You can also use a taxi with the meter (fare is around 200 baht). Finally, you can use the bus №29, which will take you from the airport to the train station inexpensive. By the way, one of the stops of the bus is located at the Victory Monument, where many inexpensive Mini Bus goes to various cities in Thailand.

Get to Hua Lamphong from famous Khao San Road in Bangkok  also not difficult. Firstly, there are buses №25 and №507. But due to the fact that Bangkok often suffers from traffic congestion, better use of water transport in Bangkok. To do this, you need to walk from the Khao San Road and get to the nearest pier and catch a boat to the southern direction. You need to go to the pier Marine Dept. From the pier to the train station is less than 1 km away, so you can either walk or a short ride on a motorcycle taxi for 20 baht. Finally, you can stay in one of the nice hotel, which is located near the railway station Hua Lamphong (cm. Card with a lower price) and easily reached on foot if necessary.

Hotels near Hua Lamphong in Bangkok

In the central part of the map you can see Hua Lamphong Station in Bangkok and nearby – a lot of green markers. Each marker – it a hotel, which located near the train station in Bangkok. If you click on the marker, you can immediately see the value of staying at this hotel, and its average rating based on feedback from visitors. You can also see the number of stars in the hotel (if this parameter is important for you). For more information about the hotel, you must click on the button “Show price” and select the desired date. In Bangkok, a lot of hotels, and you can always find a good hotel at a low price, especially when using my favorite Hotellook service, which has provided this map hotels close to Hua Lamphong train station.

Review of Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok

Train station  Hua Lamphong is a real architectural monument, because it was built in 1916 and in 2016 already marks the 100-year anniversary. Over Hua Lamphong project worked by Italian architects Annibale Rigotti and Mario Tamagno, so its appearance is somewhat different from other buildings of the city. The railway station building built in Neo-Renaissance and is decorated with stained glass. If only the building was not decorated with the Thai national flags and a large portrait of the King of Thailand on the outside, as well as Buddha statues inside the station it could be mistaken for a beautiful european building.

Passing through the main entrance, you find yourself in a large hall under the arched roof, where 26 ticket offices are located. All ticket offices are divided into two categories. In the first type you can buy tickets “today for today” and this  ticket offices works around the clock. While the latter are intended for pre-sale tickets, and during their work with 08-00 to 16-00. Cashiers understands English, therefore problems with the purchase of tickets should not be. At the opposite side of the main entrance hall are located on the sides of large electronic scoreboard with a schedule of trains flights, and almost all the inscriptions on the station are made in Thai, and duplicated in English.

Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok – view from the second floor to the lobby

On both sides of the hall there is a large number of plastic chairs for passengers, where you can wait for your train. At peak availability and can not be, so many Thais whole families are placed directly on the floor in the central part of the hall. Sometimes, there are exhibitions of sale, such as books. Among the other infrastructure that may be helpful to travelers, it may be noted ATMs in Thailand, paid showers and toilets. There is also a storage chamber as low as 30 to 100 Bath (depending on the size of the baggage and its weight). Storage chamber works for some reason not around the clock, and only with 04-00 am to 11-00 pm.

Thais love to frequent snacking, so at the railway station of course there are special places for this. Cafes and restaurants, including fast food, mainly located on the second floor of the station, there is a food court and shops with snacks and drinks for the road. After passing through the hall, you reach the next part of the station Hua Lamphong,  where come and go the trains. In main building of Bangkok train station, under arched roof you can find 6 of 14 platforms, the rest are located to the left of the station building on the street, under a small roof.

Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok – view to the platform

Buying tickets at the Hua Lamphong Station in Bangkok

As already described above, there are two types of ticket offices. Given the great popularity of the trains for the local people, it is better to buy your tickets in advance on night trains with sleeping facilities, because sometimes when buying a “today for today”  the free seats on the train may be missing. In this situation you can use to travel to the destination station wagons 3rd class. Seats in these wagons are cheap, but the comfort level is very low. Especially if the trip is long. Under current rules, the preliminary tickets for trains in Thailand can be purchased already for 60 days prior to travel.

Online schedule of Hua lamphong Train Station

It is possible to buy tickets for trains in Thailand and see the schedule on the official website of the Thai railways. For the convenience of foreigners English version (toggle the checkbox in the upper part of the site on the right). To find the train you are interested enough to enter the date, the departure station and destination station (see. Screenshot above). Next on the page that opens, select a specific train with a convenient timetable for you and see the details (available seats in wagons of various classes and their cost).

Despite the fact that the train in Thailand is so popular with the locals use them for tourism purposes is not very convenient. This is due primarily to the fact that up to the most popular resorts trains are not running (I mean Samui, Phuket, Krabi, Koh Chang) due to lack of railroad there. By train you can get to Pattaya, but trains are rare, and much faster time to get on the bus directly from the airport, rather than spend time and money to travel to the train station. A night trains with seats for sleep  more expensive than bus, so this option is also not suitable for budget travelers. Perhaps that is why the most tourists visiting Thailand and its capital even is not the first time until now have not been to Hua Lampong railway station in Bangkok or visited it for informational purposes only.

Shops and thai cafe near Hua Lamphong Train Station

In the journey it is important to eat regularly. It is also very good when food costs are not too high. Therefore, below you can find information about where you can buy food for the journey, or where you can enjoy a dinner before starting your trip, near the railway station in Bangkok. 7-Eleven store: When you go out of the main entrance of the Hua Lamphong station and go left, there is a one of 7-Eleven store. Purchases in this shop is a lot cheaper than the supermarket inside the train station. I think, you must remember if you want to buy alcoholic drinks for your journey, you need make it before you go to landing to your train (alcoholic drinks are no longer sold on Thai trains). Also you can remember one of important thai law: the alcohol can only be sold by shops only between noon and 14-00 and then from 17-00 to midnight.

[ad#trans2]

The second way to buy products on a journey by train – Chicken and Rice Shops: For purchase a cheap and tasty meal, and somewhere to sit down and have a thai beer (whatever the times of day) you need go out the main entrance, turn left and cross the main road. There are few ‘chicken and rice’ shops located opposite the station with tables and chairs outside, as well as inside. You can see the menus are in Thai but usually there are three basic options: ‘Khao Man Gai’ (Hainanese chicken and rice), Khao Ka Moo (pork leg in a light gravy with rice and a stewed cabbage like vegetable), and Khao Moo Dang (pork in a sweet red sauce with rice). Approximate cost of meals – 40THB to 50 THB (per one dish) and around 100 THB for a large beer. Have a nice travel by train from Hua Lamphong train station in Bangkok!

[ad#end]

The post Hua Lamphong – main train station of Bangkok first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Northern Pattaya bus station
  

• Pattaya Bus Station on the Thappraya street
  

• Na Korn Chai Air bus station in Pattaya
  

Northern Pattaya bus station

The main bus station of the resort, located on North Street, 300 meters from the intersection of the latter with the track Sukhumvit. Here you can catch buses to the  three major bus terminals in Bangkok (Southern bus terminal, Northern (Mo Chit bus station) and Eastern (Ekamai bus terminal). Also you can find here buses to the Cambodian border, Yellow Bus (passing buses on the island of Koh Samui) and other flights. Daily you can get to Suvarnabhumi airport from the Northern Bus Terminal on a lot of buses. But due to certain distance of the bus terminal to the main places of tourist accommodation, I recommend to use this Pattaya bus station only in case, if you live in an area of Pattaya Naklua or, in extreme cases, in central Pattaya. Northern Bus Terminal is very compact, but everything you need is available for you on territory of station: ticket offices with friendly cashiers, clean toilets, information boards, even the waiting hall on open air. There is also a mini-market where you can replenish stocks of food and drink before the trip.

Getting to Pattaya Northern Bus Terminal

The exact location of the bus station in the northern city of Pattaya can be viewed on new Pattaya maps, where the object is marked with a special character or sometimes marked on the map as “Bus station to Bangkok.” The easiest way to get to this Pattaya bus station is a taxi, which can be called up directly from the hotel (free to catch a taxi on the street in Pattaya, I personally do not never could). Another option – a trip to songthaew taxi. This is the same ordinary passenger pickup with a driver that you can rent, for a fee agreement that he will take you to express directly to the North Pattaya bus station.

Pattaya – Bangkok Bus Terminal on the Google Maps

As a rule, taxi driver initially require  two hundred or even three hundred baht for a car, but if it is good bargain, it is possible to agree on the amount of 150 or even 120 baht. Option, in principle, not bad, if you are not traveling alone, and if you have heavy suitcases, and you do not want to mess with them, overloading from songthaew to songthaew when traveling to the North Station with transfers. Another option – to arrange a trip with multiple motorbike-taxi, which you can find on the streets of Pattaya sometimes easier than buy your favorite Thai fruit. In this case, the price will be even lower, 50-100 baht (depending on the distance and your ability to bargain), but such an option not suitable in the presence of oversized baggage. On the other hand, personally I saw to the motorcycle taxi drove young couple farang-tourists, while the boy sitting with one hand holding on to the waist of a girl and the second kept voluminous suitcase behind him :). Read more about the motorbike-taxi and taxi in Pattaya can be found in a separate article.

Pattaya Northern Bus Terminal (Pattaya – Bangkok Bus Terminal)

The most low-cost way to get to the bus station in the North Pattaya is a trip on the route songthaew fixed fee. To do this, you must either be reached on the second street (Second Rd.) For 10 baht to the sculpture “Dolphins” (the intersection of the specified streets with North Pattaya Rd). And then you need go on a going in the right direction songthaew: North Street in the direction of Sukhumvit (i mean the right side from the dolphins, paying another 10 baht). Here we must consider two things: first, for some reason songthaew go on North Street is not regular in comparison with other major streets of the city (I’m almost halfway walked until managed to “catch” this transport. Secondly, be careful near statue of “Dolphin”. The first time, when i did make similar way for get to Nothern pattaya bus station, I got out of songthaew already on the roundabout, slightly distracted, and the result was about 500 meters is not on North street, but on Naklua Rd (Naklua street) which is a continuation of the Second Rd for “dolphin”, but turn little to the right, and knocked me from the right path.

The second method is more expensive (plus 10 Baht), but the time may be faster. You must first get to the highway Sukhumvit (by 10-baht songthaew that go towards the highway on South Street (Pattaya South (Tai) Rd.) or Central Street (Pattaya Central (Klang) Rd.). Next, you need to change your songthaew and walking on the highway in the direction of Bangkok (on the left, if you stand back to the coast of sea). On Sukhumvit road you can use white songthaew (pickup), and the fare is 20 baht. Get off at the intersection of North street and going along it for about 3 minutes, until you see on your right the building with a large metal roof with an inscription in white letters on a blue background: AIR CONDITIONED BUS TERMINAL PATTAYA-BANGKOK (see photo in this article) or read a more information about this Pattaya bus station in article: How to get from Pattaya to Bangkok – all options (section about buses to Bangkok).

Pattaya Bus Station on the Thappraya street

The path from the North Bus Station to the main Pattaya accommodation areas are usually much easier: at the North Pattaya bus station you can find express songthaew that will take you to Jomtien beach (for 30 baht), or for 20 baht before the Walking Street and Central Pattaya. But as I mentioned earlier, it is often more convenient to use not the main Pattaya bus station, but the small bus station located close to the traditional places of residence in Pattaya – in south part of the resort.

Pattaya Bus Station on the Thappraya street (Thap Praya Rd.)

A small bus station located at the intersection of Thep Prasit Rd. and street Thap Praya Rd. Opposite the famous tower at Pattaya Park. Frankly, if you not see bus near this bus station of Pattaya, it is not so simple understand, that you near Southern bus station, because you can see the usual small square between the buildings. A good reference point for you in this case – a supermarket FoodMart, located across from the bus station area. By the way, the store prices are slightly higher than 7/11 and hypermarkets, however, in this store you can find many familiar to Europeans Products: wheat bread, pickled vegetables, cheese from Holland, salami from Germany and other products which you never not find in usual thai shops. Here you can stock up exotic fruits to be transported in the plane home, if you could not do it sooner. Prices are not the lowest, but in fact still at the airport in 2-3 times more expensive …

Bus Station for Bus №389 on the Google Maps

Inside the station you can find ticket office, where you can buy tickets to Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi Airport. It was on this bus station arrive and depart from here buses to Airport Suvarnabhumi (buses of company Airport Pattaya Bus, about which I wrote in the article “How to get from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya – all options!”. Inside the compact waiting room of a few rows of seats, as well as a few benches for passengers outside, along the walls and next to the exit. Inside the bus station are free scales, with which you can know the exact weight of your luggage and not have to worry about exceeding the allowable weight of baggage at check-in. hanks to the successful location of the bus station on the Tapprayya street, you can easily and cheaply get to it from anywhere in the city. On this street, right next to the bus station, the route passes the passenger pickups (songthaew) for 10 baht, which go from the area of Jomtien Pattaya in Central Pattaya.

Pattaya Bus Station near FoodMart supermarket

Nakhonchai Air bus station in Pattaya

Located in Pattaya, this bus station (although it is rather small bus station of one of the thai bus companies) close to Sukhumvit Road, 100 meters south of the junction with Central Pattaya Rd. When you walking on the Central street and went out on the highway, turn right and walk little bit. Facade of a small building of the bus station with a canopy over the platforms goes on Sukhumvit, between Sukhumvit 57 and Sukhumvit Pattaya 59 Pattaya (these streets are already behind Sukhumvit Highway, ie in the area of East Pattaya, ie, you need to cross the road.

Na Korn Chai bus station in Pattaya

Knowledge of location Nakhonchai bus station in Pattaya (Nakhon Chai Air Bus Station) will come in handy in case if you decide to getting from Pattaya to the major tourist centers of Northern Thailand: Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai, Rayong, Mai Sai, Ubon, as well as to the islands of Koh Samet and Koh Chang. Find the bus station is simple: you can use the previously described in the article scheme and get to his by songthaew for 10 baht (or 10 + 20 baht if you have to drive on the white pickup on Sukhumvit).

Nakhonchai Bus Station in Pattaya on the Google Maps

There are in Pattaya and the some usual stops, where starting or intermediate points for buses and Mini Bus, going to other towns and resorts in Thailand. But this article and so turned the long (i not sure that someone finish reading it to the end :)), so I will write about such stops in a separate article. Thank you for reading, if someone has any questions – ask in the comments, I will help any way I can.

[ad#end]

The post Pattaya Bus Stations – review of all bus terminals first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal: location and how to get
  

• Southern bus terminal of Bangkok: big review
  

• Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal: routes, schedule, fares
  

Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal: location  and how to get

Unlike other bus terminals in Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal, which have a the full name “Bangkok Sai Tai Taling Chan Southern Bus Terminal”, located somewhat uncomfortable due to lack of nearby BTS SkyTrain stations or stations of MRT Bangkok. You should just remember that the word “South” in the official name of the bus terminal does not mean that it is located in the southern part of the capital. In reality, this is probably a bus terminal in the western part of the city, on a major street Borommaratchachonnani Road, the name of which is quite difficult to pronounce correctly the first time.

New Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok was opened in late 2007 and moved further away from the city center. On the one hand, it made the road to bus terminal it is even more complicated for tourists, but on the other – such an arrangement thus avoiding downtime buses in long hours of traffic jams Thai capital. However, you can get into a traffic jam on the way from the city center by the bus station, especially when you plan get to terminal in the evening of working day. Keep this in mind and always plan on it a 1.5-2 of extra hours. Really, is better to spend this time in a cafe or shop at the bus station, than be late for your bus.

[ad#avia]

The easiest way to get to the Southern Bus Terminal Sai Tai is a taxi in Bangkok with a counter, which will deliver you to desired point from the city center for about 120 baht and half an hour (without traffic jams and in contact with the green wave of traffic lights. It is best to plan to travel by taxi at least 1.5 or 2 hours. Often taxi drivers in Bangkok trying to earn on unsuspecting tourists and offer to use a quicker way, which, according to them, to avoid traffic jams, however, is nothing more than a divorce: time will be spent not less, and pay you even longer.

If you are very limited in time, and at the same time you do not have heavy luggage (for example, only a backpack for traveling), you can use the motorcycle taxi services, which compares favorably to the classic car taxi ability to quickly travel through the traffic jams on the streets. The cost of motorcycle taxi services usually more expensive than normal taxi with the meter, but it is better to overpay a 100 baht, than being late for a bus with ticket price 700 or 1100 baht, on which you are want get from Bangkok to Koh Samui or Phuket.

Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok – the main entrance

The second method, which allows to get to the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok  – are buses on which to station can be reached from different parts of the city and Suvarnabhumi Airport.  If you need to get to the bus terminal from the Suvarnabhumi airport, you can use the bus number 556. Just remember that ride on this bus should be long enough: about 2.5 hours. There are other options, but they take up even more time and require two to three change bus, that for foreigners may be more complicated: I personally would not have risked and better save time and money.

The second popular bus route for travelers: get to the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok from the Victory Monument, which located in the eponymous square next to the eponymous BTS SkyTrain Station. For these purposes, it is best to take a direct bus number 515, which costs only 17 baht. Travel time with favorable traffic conditions around an hour, and during that time you pass 32 stops. True it is better not to count them, and to warn the conductor to remind you of the arrival at their destination.

The bus stop of 515 bus to the southern bus terminal in Bangkok

Find the right bus stop is not difficult: get off at Victory Monument BTS Station and move along the movement toward to large circular area, keeping to the left side of Phaya Thai street. In the picture above marked bus stop, which is necessary to carry out landing on the orange bus # 515. With the same stop a bus number 539 ร, but about him I do not have the data: this bus with air-conditioned or not. Travel time of the bus is also less than an hour, along the route 34 stop.

At the end of the route you need walk directly to the Southern bus terminal of Bangkok about 300 meters. Four-storey building with a green gabled roof over the entrance noticeably from afar, and near you can see large yellow sign with blue letters. By the way, for more reliable orientation in Bangkok, you can use the program Virtual tour of Bangkok, which is placed on a separate page and allows you to use high-quality panoramic photographs explore all your places in the Thai capital and its environs.

Southern bus terminal of Bangkok: big review

As the bus station building was put into operation less than 7 years ago, it is very comfortable and modern: the room is well air-conditioned, and everywhere there are electronic boards with the time of departure of buses (data displayed in English). Also in Thai and English, there are informational signs at cash registers, allowing you to quickly and easily find exactly the one in which you can buy a bus ticket for you interesting direction.

The landing platforms at the southern bus terminal in Bangkok

As I mentioned, is a four-story building, each floor has its own symbol. To move between floors of bus terminal you can use comfortable escalators. The ground floor of the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok marked with the letter G (Ground). Big parking for cars and motorbikes takes a significant portion of ground floor. On the ground floor you also can order a taxi, find the city bus, including the bus to the Mo Chit Bus Terminal (Northern Bus Station in Bangkok). Immediately there is a certain amount of minibus, serving long-distance destinations.

Directly in the building on G floor you can find several bank branches, where it is possible to change the currency to the money of Thailand, the exchange rate of which is usually not too different from the national average. Also on the G-floor there is a network store 7-Eleven, the Amazing cafe, a few shops with shoes, clothes and souvenirs from Thailand, the point of “All 20 Baht” and output to the buses that depart from platforms from №1 to №24.

Sale of clothes at the southern bus terminal in Bangkok

Second floor of  Sai Tai bus terminal marked with the letter M, and represents something more like a market or shopping mall. There are a large number of shops and catering establishments. The range, of course, is more modest than in the full-fledged shopping malls of Bangkok, but you can find the necessary things in the journey for good price, which often lower than in Pattaya, and especially on the southern resorts of the country.

On the M-floor is a fairly good range of Thai medical cosmetics, female contemporary cosmetics (Thai and not only), clothing, shoes, hats, bags, cameras and mobile phones, memory cards, Thai newspapers, magazines and souvenirs. Prices even in two similar points can vary significantly, so if there is free time is better to buy after your inspection of the goods and their prices. Also do not forget about the useful tips placed in the article “Shopping in Thailand: the rules of successful shopping” for the purchase of goods at the best price.

Ticket office at the southern bus terminal in Bangkok

The third floor of the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok is the most important and marked #1 (instead of #3, as one might expect). It is on the third floor are all the bus station ticket offices situated there. When you want to go to any city, you have to find the name of the city (in English) directly above the ticket office and ask the cashier to buy a bus ticket. If you encounter any problems you can always contact to information service, which is among the ticket offices. Information service workers understand spoken English and speak it good.

Like on other Bangkok bus stations, bus routes serve several transport companies, the largest of which is “Limited company”. By purchasing a ticket, always bear in mind the existence of classes in buses in Thailand: most expensive fare will be on the VIP class bus, which is usually located only 24 seats. Often a few number of VIP seats available in conventional buses 1st class, so if you want to get maximum comfort during long journeys, for example, when you are planning to make a move on the route Bangkok – Krabi, verify the existence of such places on your route.

The waiting room at the southern bus terminal in Bangkok

Not far from the ticket offices on the same floor there are massage chairs where you can relax in waiting time before boarding a your bus. Access to the landing platform is only possible if there is a ticket on the bus, and no earlier than half an hour before departure. To do this, you must show your bus ticket to the guard in charge of the control at the exit to the landing station platform.  In the center of the platform, you can use the toilet (free of charge) and shower (25 baht) before a long trip. Also, before leaving, there is always the opportunity to buy some food for the road, acquiring it on the trays at the edges of the platform.

The top floor of the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok is the fourth floor, which marked #2. On this floor there are all conditions for relaxation and fun before the trip, and the entertainment will find for themselves as adults and children alike. Here there is an internet café, a big number of slot machines, photo studio, massage parlors and massage chairs. There is a good food court and several restaurants with Thai cuisine. Since tourists in Thailand have to constantly spend money, there are also shops with inexpensive clothes for men, women and children as well as children’s toys shops different price categories.

Massage chairs on the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok

Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal: routes, schedule, fares

The main directions of bus transportation from the southern bus terminal in Bangkok Sai Tai are the routes of the Southern Thailand, including Koh Samui, Phuket, Krabi and Koh Phangan, Hat Yai, Surat Thani, and some of the city west from the Bangkok. Despite the fact that the popular resort of Pattaya is located in the eastern part of the country, you also can get from Bangkok to Pattaya from the Southern Bus Terminal. Buses depart every hour from 5.00 am to 19.00 pm.

Information on the fares of the buses, distance and travel time is available in the table below this text.

Schedule of bus routes from Bangkok’s Southern Bus Terminal

(Click on image to enlarge)

Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal – a timetable of bus routes

[ad#trans2]

As in all other countries and cities, in the schedule of Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok can be made periodically adjustments: added and canceled flights, corrected  time of departure some buses, changing the price of travel in buses to a particular city. So I want remind you that the table on this page with the bus schedule – rather a guideline for you when planning a journey, not the ultimate truth. On the other hand, bus routes to many popular destinations with travelers remain almost unchanged over the past few years, so the bus schedule of the Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok (Sai Tai) – source of important and useful information for every traveler. I wish you pleasant trips to Thailand!

[ad#end]

The post Southern Bus Terminal in Bangkok – review, bus timetable and fares first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

[ad#trans] In order to get to Pattaya from Koh Samui you can use multiple modes of transportation, but in any case you can not use only surface transport, because Samui – is the island in the Gulf of Thailand. Therefore, you have to use, or aircraft, or ground transportation + the ferry. The most popular way to tourists which allows for a reasonable price to overcome the distance between the resorts – is a big bus. The direct distance between Pattaya and Koh Samui is about 400 km, but due to the fact that these resorts are located a bit from different sides of the Gulf of Thailand, overland distance between them increases slightly, which correspondingly increases the time spent in transit. Since the ways to get from Bangkok to Koh Samui are described in a separate article here describes the options that allow you to get to this tropical island directly from Pattaya.

How to get to Samui from the Pattaya by bus

Yellow bus from Pattaya to Koh Samui

The easiest and most affordable way to get from Pattaya to Koh Samui – Yellow Bus  from the company Mukdahan. Every day bright yellow buses depart from Pattaya on the tropical island of Koh Samui. Bus company has several bus services per day in both directions. Note that Pattaya is not the first starting point, therefore you need   bus route called Rayong – Koh Samui (Rayong – Koh Samui) – just such an inscription you can  see on the sides of the windshield on modern yellow buses, plying on this route.

Since the bus schedule from Pattaya to Koh Samui may change by the time, when you decide to use them, I recommend you see the actual schedule on the official website of the bus company, where you can immediately see the date and at the moment the price. For the general understanding of where and what to look at, below is a screenshot of the article from the routes schedule from Pattaya to Koh Samui (yellow frame allotted departure time from Pattaya, route number and cost of travel.

At the moment (same as several years) routes performed three times a day. According to the current schedule, the departure of public bus from Pattaya to Koh Samui carried out at 16:30, at 18:30 and 20:30 local time. The cost of travel by July 2016 is from 751 to 1188 THB + cost of the ferry to the island.  Why such a desynchronization in the cost? It’s simple: one bus, and place in it are divided into classes as in airplanes. In the bus 20 standard seats (at a price) and 6 VIP seats that are almost 1.5 times more expensive.

VIP seats are located in the front of the bus interior and offer a higher level of comfort: wider and more comfortable seats with electronic adjustment, the availability of multimedia systems with the ability to view videos, listen to music and playing computer games. Must you pay for it all – only you have to decide, just keep in mind that the duration of the trip from Pattaya to Koh Samui is more than 12 hours and can be somewhat tedious for those who can not sleep in a normal bus seat.

Yellow bus from Pattaya to Koh Samui – schedule and price

The fare Pattaya – Samui include dinner during a stop on the route (a bottle of water or juice and biscuits). Also, all the passengers are provided blankets, with which you can protect yourself from the cold air conditioner. Choosing the first flight, which departs from Pattaya to Koh Samui at 16:30, you should be prepared that the bus takes you not to the ferry pier, but only to Donsak town. Next you will need to use local transport that will take you to the ferry pier. This means that you will need to spend a little extra money. Ferry pier has in the same town(Donsak), but at a certain distance.

Bus routes departing from Pattaya at 18:30 and 20:30 will bring you directly to the ferry terminal, where you will have to pay 150 baht for the very ferry to the island of Koh Samui. As a result, directly on the island you will find yourself around 9:00 and 11:00, respectively. The ferry arrives at the port of Nathon, which is located in the northwestern part of the island, not far from the administrative center of the resort (or “capital of the island,” as it is called) of the same name Nathon.

I advise you to buy tickets on selected yellow bus in advance, at least 1-2 days, because this direction very popular and in the day of departure all the seats are occupied in the bus very often. The desired bus leaves from the Northern Pattaya bus station, which located in the district of Pattaya North street. How to get to it can be found in the corresponding article on the site. You can also just take a taxi and say to  taxi driver the destination as “Koh Samui Bus Station”. Tickets for the yellow bus to Samui you can buy in ticket office №4 “Mukdahan”. In the article “How to get from Pattaya to Bangkok – all options!” you can see photos of the North Pattaya bus station and ticket office for bus to the island of Koh Samui.

How to get from Pattaya to Koh Samui by plane

The second option that allows you to overcome distance between Pattaya and Koh Samui –  in much less time and significantly a lot of money – flight Pattaya – Samui. Flights on the specified route makes Bangkok Airways airline and the flight time is only 70 minutes, ie, 1 hour 10 minutes. When you want to flight to Samui from Pattaya, you need go to Utapao airport near Pattaya. Planes not very big and scheduled flights are made only once a day, at 17:15 or 17:20 (depending on the season).

Just a reminder that this information relates to the direct flight Pattaya – Samui. There are several flights with a transfer on Phuket island, but these flights are not very comfortable because of the increase in travel time (of 4 hours or more) and, as a rule, much greater ticket price. If we talk about the price of a direct flight, it is on average from $ 110 and up for a one way ticket. Accordingly tickets per person in both directions will cost not less than 7,800 baht, that is more than three times more expensive compared to the price even VIP tickets for the bus.

[ad#avia]

Actual  information about the flight schedule Pattaya – Samui can always be found by using the search form located above. By the way, my little personal observation may allow you to save some money on the way from Pattaya to Koh Samui. Everyone knows that the cost of round-trip tickets are usually much cheaper than the cost of purchasing separate flights: one way + one way. In the case of flight from Pattaya to Koh Samui, is sometimes not the case, and buying return tickets alone can save sometimes up to $ 20. Someone will laugh with this economy, but I personally believe that at any level of income to save money is not superfluous, especially in Thailand.

And since we are talking about the economy, I think it is worth mentioning that if you choose a flight to get to Koh Samui from Pattaya, you must plan and travel expenses to Utapao airport (U-Tapao airport). When you try to take a taxi in Pattaya, you will require a 700 baht, and even with a very good trading, this amount not will be much lower, although the journey time is less than 50 minutes from the center of Pattaya. If we add to this the amount that would be required to move from Samui airport to the city, you will find that even without the airfare of Pattaya – Samui path already will be more expensive than a standard bus ticket.

I’m not trying to dissuade anyone from air travel, as someone probably thought. Just I specify all the nuances to some additional costs, because those costs sometimes become an unpleasant surprise for those who have limited vacation budget in Pattaya and Koh Samui. Here you can still recall that when you use the night bus from Pattaya to Koh Samui, you can save on accommodation at the hotel. Because you sleep in the bus. And this economy just enough for a bus ticket. At that time, such as when using air travel you should have to spend the night on the island (to be occupied at the hotel on the same day).

How to get from Pattaya to Koh Samui by plane – Utapao airport

Return flight from Samui island to Pattaya (or rather to Utapao airport) is performed in the morning at 11:10 or so and arrives in Pattaya at 12:30 (return flight longer on 10 minutes). Check their schedule again, you can use form searching flights, placed higher on the page or in the right-side column of the site, where you can also find hotels with best prices in Pattaya, Koh Samui, and elsewhere in the world, comparing the prices of one and the same number in the best booking systems.

Another point: despite the fact that Utapao is a domestic airport in Thailand, it is better to come to him in advance. Because in addition to the airline Bangkok Airways, which makes flights to Koh Samui and Phuket, this airport has a military purpose. On the territory you will notice fighter Thai Air Force, at a checkpoint run by the military, etc. Because of this fact when planning the arrival in Utapao better to order a taxi from the airport in advance, as there is little passenger traffic, and a closed area, so finding a taxi on arrival can be difficult.

More cheap flights from other airlines to Koh Samui route can be found from Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok. However, this is again a topic for another article, the reference to which is given in the beginning of this article. There are in addition to buses and airplanes will be considered an interesting option for many – a trip to the island of Koh Samui on the train. I hope the above methods that allow access to Samui from Pattaya, will help you overcome this path with the comfort and the best method for the selected price! There is also information that the Thai authorities are planning to organize a ferry directly from Pattaya to Koh Samui. But if this ferry will be – I will write about it in the pages Thai-Rest.com later.

[ad#end]

The post How to get from Pattaya to Koh Samui: transport and fares first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

How to get from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan and back

Currently, on the island of Phangan has no airport. And in the coming years on this island airport will not be exact, because the construction of its own private airport suspended in 2015 due to gross violations of environmental legislation. In addition, there is not much sense in launching flights between the islands with a minimum distance from each other (you can easily see  Koh Phangan  with the help of one of Koh Samui webcams). Therefore, all wishing to get from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan and back, should be ready to do that this route will have on water transport, ie passenger ferries, catamarans and speedboats.

From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – Lomprayah Catamaran

In a separate article on the website: “Piers of Koh Samui: description and location” you can find an overview of the main ferry piers of island, and their detailed location on the map of Samui. Therefore, in order not to duplicate the information here I will point out only the piers, which are used to overcome the route “Koh Samui  – Koh   Phangan” and “Koh Phangan – Koh Samui”. It a piers in the northern part of the island: Bangrak and Maenam (Bang Rak pier and Maenam pier). Also you can use and the main pier of the island under the name of Nathon (Nathon pier) – on the west coast of Koh Samui. If we talk about Koh Phangan, the ferries and boats usually  arrive to the two piers.

The first of them – Thong Sala Pier, which located in the southwestern part of the island, in close proximity to the main settlement of Koh Phangan. It a place, where you can find the main infrastructure of  island. The second ferry pier called Haad Rin and located almost in the very southern part of Koh Phangan (detailed arrangement of the piers can be seen on maps Koh Phangan). It is in this area of the island, near the pier, are regularly held the world famous Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan. As the name implies, they are held on a monthly basis just as the full moon, and on Phangan attracts thousands of fans of crazy fun on the beach disco, with the sea of alcohol and with deafening music.

From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan by ferry

Transfer from koh Samui to Koh Phangan (from hotels and Samui airport )

If you do not want to get from your hotel on Samui or from the airport to the ferry piers of Samui, where ferries and high-speed boats go to Koh Phangan, you can use the popular service of transport in Asia (link to the english version with the Samui-Pangan route). Among the options offered, you should choose the option from Raja Ferry with the departure point of Koh Samui (any hotel) to the pier of Thong Sala in Pangan at a price of 370 baht when you want to be taken directly from your hotel to the desired ferry pier.

If you plan to fly to Koh Samui and immediately go to Pangan island, the easiest way is to use joint ticket from Seatran Discovery directly from the airport for 450 baht. In this case, a special 10-seater minibus will take you to the desired pier, and the further way to be done on a high-speed ferry to the pier of Thong Sala on Pangan.Please note that such a transfer is usually only three times a day – in the morning, at noon and in the evening, so if your plane arrives at an unsuccessful time – you can use other options, which are described below.

Transfer from any hotel in Koh Samui to Koh Phangan

Koh Samui – Koh Phangan: how to get on ferries and boats

Since the ferry service between Koh Samui and Koh Phangan performed several companies would be more correct to talk about transport between the islands, and its fares is in the context of specific companies, rather than in the context of concrete piers.

From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan by Lomprayah Hispeed catamaran

Modern high-speed catamarans of the company Lomprayah  depart  from Maenam  pier on Koh Samui and arrive at Thong Sala pier on Koh Phangan. The journey time is only 20-25 minutes (depending on the waves in the sea). Ticket fare for the boat Samui – Phangan in one direction is 300 baht or less than $10. When you purchase a round-trip ticket (available with an open date), you can get a discount, ie total price round trip is 500 baht. If you know exactly where you are going to dwell on Phangan (if not the specific hotel, then it may be a particular beach) it makes sense to book tickets on a boat through the official site of Lomprayah. In this case, in addition you get a free shuttle to the point of destination on the island of Thong Sala Pier.

Table 1. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – Lomprayah Catamaran Shedule

From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – Lomprayah Catamaran Shedule

High-speed ferries of Seatran Discovery company

An alternative to the first option, which also allows you to quickly and with a high quality service, get from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan and back. Unlike high-speed Lomprayah catamaran, Seatran Discovery ferry depart from the Bangrak pier on Koh Samui (also known as Big Buddha pier). The journey takes about 30 minutes (in reality even slightly less), and the cost of one-way ticket – 280 baht. Taking into account the cost of public transport of Koh Samui does not make sense to go to the pier Bangrak with using songthaew, if you live closer to Maenam in order to save 20 baht, because public transport on Koh Samui can be more expensive. Arrive  Sitran Discovery ferry –  on the same place on Koh Phangan – at Thong Sala pier. Schedule boats can be seen in the table located below.

Table 2. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – Seatran Discovery Ferry Shedule

From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – Seatran Discovery Ferry Shedule

From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – Haad Rin Queen ferries

This option is more convenient when you want to immediately get from Koh Samui  directly on the Haad Rin beach on Koh Phangan. For example, when you are only interested in Full Moon Party, which is held nearby. Also,  this option will be appear to someone interesting because of the potential to save 100 baht, because the fare of  Haad Rin Queen ferry – is 200 baht one way from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan or from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui. As a small disadvantage compared to the methods described above may be noted a greater travel time, which is around 50 minutes. It  mean that speed of Haad Rin Queen ferry almost twice as slow. Haad Rin Queen ferry depart from Bangrak pier on Koh Samui and arrive to Haad Rin pier on Koh Phangan. Below you can find Haad Rin Queen ferry company timetable and fare.

Table 3. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – Haad Rin Queen Ferry Shedule

From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – Haad Rin Queen Ferry Shedule

Koh Samui – Koh Phangan: how to get on the big ferries and boats

There are other ways to get to Koh Phangan from Koh Samui. First of all, we are talking about large ferries known ocean carriers in the region, which are in transit through the island of Koh Phangan and Tao Island from the mainland of Thailand (for example, from the pier Donsak). The cost of these ferries is similar to the cost of high-speed boats, and the travel time is much longer (up to several hours) and comfort while driving worse. So I do not even know in which situation you want to use this option. Schedule of these ferries can be found on the official websites of the ferry companies, links to which are provided in the article “Ferry to Koh Samui: schedule and cost.”

Also, there is always the option to negotiate with the owner or the captain of a small high-speed boats, which are moored close to one of the piers of the island of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. This option i can advise for large companies, because alone like traveling with Samui – Phangan or vice versa will be quite expensive. Also, this option may be considered in cases when you miss the last ferry and want in any case to get  on the Koh Phangan (Thailand) from Koh Samui. And of course, during the monthly Full Moon Party, transfer between the islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan offers almost every hotel of those islands, but the cost of the boats in those days will be significantly higher, especially at night.

[ad#samui]

I hope, after reading this article, you will no longer have a question, how to get from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan, or vice versa. Just remember that in the schedule of ocean carriers in the region sometimes there are changes that are not always possible to track and correct tables. I wish you fun and safe traveling!

[ad#end]

The post How to get from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan – schedule and fares first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Wongamat Beach in Pattaya (also Wong Amat beach) located in the northern part of the city, considered one of the best beaches in the urban area of the resort. And thanks to the fact that to get to it is not too convenient (due to lack of nearby routes tuk-tuks (songthaew), this beach is usually chosen as a place of quiet rest especially those people who live near it. Therefore you can meet guests of respectable hotels (which located nearby this beach) and residents of expensive multi-story condominiums, which were built near the beach in Wong Amat Pattaya in recent years. However, the beach is pretty good and every traveler in Pattaya can easy visit Wongamat beach for free. So in this article I will make it a true review and tell you about easiest way to reach it from different areas of Pattaya.

[ad#res]

How to get to the Wongamat beach in Pattaya

As already mentioned above, Wong Amat beach is located in the northern part of the city, in an area of Pattaya Naklua. Accordingly, in order to get to the beach of this, you need to initially get to the this district. Option with a classic car taxi in Pattaya, where you can reach them at any point of the city directly to the desired beach, I will not even considered, because there everything is clear: negotiate, haggle, come up on the beach itself and pay the agreed amount. If you need more options for the budget, it is necessary to use public transport, as well as motorcycle taxi, or at all to do part of the way on foot.

Wongamat Beach in Pattaya on the map – how to reach

To avoid repetition, I will not describe in detail the routes of public transport, which are detailed in the article “Public transport in Pattaya: routes of songthaew and fares.” Here I note only that fare which is needed to get to the sculpture “Dolphins”, located at the intersection of Second Road with North Pattaya road and with Naklua street, will be from 10 to 30 baht. Ie direct drive or 1-2 transfers on the way to the end points of the routes accordingly. Point with “dolphins” you can see on the map of songthaew routes, which is also available in the article about the public transport of the resort (link above). If we talk about the color codes of routes, it will be the intersection of the “green”, “burgundy” and “yellow” routes.

Pattaya Naklua – typical lane in district

When you’re next to the “Dolphins”, you can drive a few hundred yards of the public songthaew (tuk-tuk) to the street Pattaya Naklua, but no special need in this, so I prefer to save money and do all the way to the beach on foot (if not too hot weather and there is a good mood)/ Also near “dolphins”  you can  use one of  motorbike taxi  and go to Wongamat beach in just a few minutes. The second option is easier and cost you 30-40 baht per person one way. Motorbike taxi better to look not just at the crossroads with dolphins, but little bit passing on the street Naklua to the north, at the crossroads with the alleys, which are directed towards the sea.

High-rise buildings near Wong Amat Beach – an excellent landmark!

A little more complicated, but sometimes more interesting and healthy way to get to the beach of Wong Amat  from “Dolphins” – walking tour. When you will going along the street with name Pattaya Naklua to the north, you will notice that the alleys (Soi) go towards the sea. True, you must know that some of them dead-end and end at the gates of reservation, so to save time, it is better to fold the left or on Soi 18,  which is the second name of Soi Wongamat, and that takes you directly to the eponymous beach (in its southern part), or Soi 16/2, which is located just to the north. If you choose the second option, you’ll have to walk around a large and beautiful territory of  Centara Grand Mirage Hotel. 

View from the sea to the building of the hotel Centara Grand Mirage near Wongamat beach.

The second way longer, but at least once you can walk and, at the same time to admire the beautiful and a lush tropical greenery territory of the hotel Centara and some other 5-stars hotels in Pattaya, if is no money (or desire) to stay in those hotels while relaxing in Pattaya . Walking from “dolphins” to Wongamat beach in Pattaya takes about 15 minutes. As a reference point other than the beach stands a complex of high-rise buildings of the district (pictured above). You have to remember that usually Soi 18 is the fifth lane from the “Dolphins” on most tourist maps Pattaya. But in reality, on many cards often are not marked several small lanes, so Soi 18, this will be (if I am not mistaken in the calculation) Only 7 left turn, and Soi 16/2 further more..

Review of Wongamat beach in Pattaya

Wongamat beach in Pattaya – nothern part

On my photos and videos from Wong Amat Beach, that placed in this review,  you will notice that nature is not very bright, and the color of the water is not too pleasing to the eye. This is explained primarily by the fact that i made video and photos in the afternoon, a few hours before sunset. The sky was covered with mist, and an hour after a small rain. In bright sunny weather, the beach is a bit more attractive and picturesque. By the way, to see the Wongamat beach online at any time, you can use one of the webcams Pattaya online, that is available on a separate page. Better views, of course, in the daytime, although the camera and works around the clock.

Wongamat beach in Pattaya – view to nothern part

On Wong Amat Beach in Pattaya there are a sufficient number of sun beds and umbrellas, although there are some areas where they are intended for the guests nearby hotels. Typically, these beds, “not for everyone” higher quality (bit newer and more comfortable) than conventional plastic sunbeds, which can be found at most resorts in the country. The cost of conventional lounges on the first line from the water is 100 baht per day. Discount does not provide for a shorter time. Unfortunately, i did not specify the value of a little further away from the sea, sun beds, as their own do not like to use it. But in view of the neighborhood luxury hotels and the fact that these series there are so few, I doubt that you can find the beds at a lower price. If someone know specific information about this issue – please write in the comments.

View of the northern part of the beach Wongamat Pattaya from the sea

All Wong Amat beach is divided into areas for swimming (fenced around the perimeter of buoys) and an area for mooring speedboats, which deliver guests of luxury hotels to the beaches of Koh Lan  island. Amount of speed boats little bit and they infrequently approach to the beach, therefore I swam there, and there. Little difference was observed in the water quality. In areas for boats are also present aquabikes (jet skis), which can be rented. In some places it is possible to ride on a banana boat. Log into the water pleasant, the beach is dominated by yellowish sand, because of which the color of the water is not as beautiful as the beaches on the island with white coral sand. As you can see in the photo and video, the water at the average level of transparency for Pattaya, possibly due to the fact that recently passed the rain because before this parameter on the beach Wongamat pleased me more.

[ad#res2]

Periodically by sunbeds are hawkers food (fruit, fish, shrimp, corn, etc.) and the sellers of some things, which can come in handy for tourists (sunglasses, coconut oil and aloe gel, scarves, electronic cigarettes, etc.). Generally, the beach is quiet and peaceful, because there is no nearby roads with constant traffic. The tranquility broken only by the already mentioned speedboats and jet skis, but sometimes they subside. Shortly before sunset beach is rapidly emptied. Workers cleaning the beach chairs and pulling ashore all of jet skis. By nightfall, the beach (also how others beaches of Pattaya, with the exception of central beach), it becomes almost lifeless. In general, for a city beach of Pattaya,  Wongamat beach quite good, and some discomfort associated with lack of direct songthaew routes, offset by peaceful and quiet environment, a small number of tourists and the relative cleanliness of the beach. I wish you a pleasant stay!

Updated: Added video from Wongamat Beach in Pattaya

[ad#end]

The post Wongamat beach in Pattaya: big review first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Flights from Pattaya to Phuket

• Bus from Pattaya to Phuket – more cheap way!

• How to get from Pattaya to Phuket and back by car and taxi

[ad#trans]

Flights from Pattaya to Phuket

Probably the quickest way to overcome the considerable distance between the resorts – the use of a direct flight. You must know that direct flight from Utapao Airport Pattaya Phuket International Airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and the return flight lasts about five minutes shorter. Since direct flights offered by only one airline – Bangkok Air, rely on low prices is not necessary.

The average cost in any direction from the flight is about 2,800 baht ($ 80). In this case (as in the case of flights from Pattaya to Koh Samui, which are explained in the article “How to get from Pattaya to Koh Samui: transport and fares”) you not get saving by purchasing a ticket immediately to both parties. Those this mean that flight cost to one side is approximately half the price of a round-trip ticket. But if you prepare for the trip in advance, you have the opportunity to buy tickets at a discount. Then the fare will cost you about half the size. Those. the flight price to both parties is almost equal to the cost of travel between the resorts on the VIP bus.

By the way, for those who do not want to go back to Pattaya to Phuket later to fly home from the capital airport, it makes sense to return flight from the island to do directly to Bangkok. Especially considering the fact that Bangkok Airways flies to the main airport of the Thai capital – Suvarnabhumi,  from where also flights committing virtually all reputable airlines (not regional low cost airlines, but airlines flying over long distances).

[ad#avia]

If you want  find the cheapest flights from Pattaya to Phuket or the reverse route, I suggest you use the search form posted above, where you can find agents price which coincides with the valuable official airline (+/- $ 3). I advise you to check both options and buy where it is cheaper. There are also flights with transfers, but their use can not be considered reasonable and convenient: the price is often higher than that of direct flights and the travel time can be up to 12 hours (although there are flights with transfers for 2.5 hours).

Bus from Pattaya to Phuket – more cheap way!

Not everyone knows that Pattaya and Phuket have long time direct bus links. Those to get from Pattaya to Phuket or make the return journey, it is not necessary to transplant in Bangkok. The latter option also has the right to life, and many of them are active travelers, but mostly because of the lack of information on the direct flight, or because of lack of availability of such a direct bus, which allows access from Phuket to Pattaya, or vice versa.

The fact that the buses connecting Phuket and Pattaya with Bangkok bus stations, walk daily and punctually, so buy a ticket on one of these buses can be directly at the departure day without any problems. But  the bus, which goes directly from Pattaya to Phuket and the reverse route from Phuket to Pattaya – makes only one flight per day in each direction. So buy the tickets for this bus you need in advance, especially during the high tourist season.

The desired bus route under the number 777 provides Sawasdee All Thai Co bus company. Route length (distance from Pattaya to Phuket) – not much is not enough 1009 km, so the duration of the trip is 14 hours. Buses from Pattaya and bus from Phuket Bus Terminal leaves every evening at 06:00 pm, and arrives at the final destination only in 08-00 am. The trip takes a lot of time, but on the other hand, the night bus allows you to save money, because when you ride the bus, you do not have to pay for the hotel in this night.

[ad#hotels]

By the way, if you are really interested in a good saving, you can always find the hotels at the best prices with the help of the widget, which placed above. Smart search from all the hotels reservation system (booking.com, agoda.com, hotel.info, ozon.travel and many others) and automatic price comparisons of numbers will always give you the chance to choose the best option at the best price, which is always finite.

Now, about the price of a direct bus service between the resorts. I will write about two ways that allow you to buy tickets. Price is a little different, so read carefully and choose a more convenient option for you. First option – order tickets directly at the bus company. In this case you need to call to office to order tickets for the bus. You can call: 082-398-1777 (Pattaya) and 082-398-0777 (Phuket). In this case, the cost will be as follows: 920 THB for a place in the 1st class (in the bus 36 such places).  If you want more comfort, I advise you to choose the place of the VIP (wider seats, which is more convenient to sleep during long trips).

Bus from Pattaya to Phuket – official fares and a detailed bus route

Every bus have only 6 VIP seats. Tickets for the VIP – places that differ from the usual broad and well-reclining seats with more legroom, and often the presence of an individual entertainment system) cost 1226 THB (if you order  in bus company). Despite the higher price, namely VIP seats are bought in the first place, because the overpayment of $ 9, for many people, especially tall people is negligible. The rest is all the same bus, and whatever option the passenger has chosen not to, at the destination, he will arrive at the same time.

The second option – the purchase of tickets for the bus from Pattaya to Phuket online. This option is simpler and deschevle. You need to use the search form located below, enter a starting and destination station (Pattaya and Phuket or vice versa), and select the desired date. Then you just have to click on the big button “Find tickets” and choose the most convenient option for you. On the search results page usually offers first flights and below – bus from Pattaya to Phuket. There you can also select seats in the 1st class, priced at 867 THB or VIP seats for the price of 1141 THB. Then everything is standard: fill in personal information and pay using a credit card or PayPal. By the way, this search service often helps find the best prices for transport, not only in Thailand but also in all of Asia.

By the way, this search service often helps find the best prices for transport, not only in Thailand but also in all of Asia. Important Note: If a bus on the Phuket-Pattaya route goes from the new bus station in Phuket island, ie all in general, predictably, that in the administration of Pattaya is necessary to remember that the place of departure of the bus is not one of Pattaya bus station. You need find bus stop in front of the Northern Bus Station in Pattaya, on North Pattaya Road, close to the bus company office. A good guideline is a logo crimson color on the building with a distinctive number 777 (number of route Pattaya-Phuket).

How to get from Pattaya to Phuket and back by car

In car trip from Pattaya to Phuket or in the reverse direction will likely be interested travelers, who prefer to move around the country on their own and not depend on the schedules of public transportation. The best route for the movement runs through a number of Thai cities, which, if desired, can also be visited on a short visit. For example, a young resort Cha-am near the town of Hua Hin, which is distinguished by the color of the sea is always beautiful (can be seen on web cameras online in Cha Am (Thailand)).

The best route to travel for you easily pave Google Maps, and rent a car at the best price service from Rentalcars, which compares the value of similar vehicles in the best rolling offices, thus allowing to save on travel. Also large selection of rolling offices is convenient because the rental car is not necessary to pass at the same point where the rent was made. This allows you to optionally pass the car in Phuket, Pattaya rent it, or vice versa, and to get back on public transport.

I recall that the article does not consider ways to get from Pattaya to Phuket or back through Bangkok, because detailed information about this can be obtained from the individual articles “How to get from Pattaya to Bangkok – all options!” and “How to get from Bangkok to Phuket». Also I remind you that to get to Phuket from Pattaya on the train, even with a change in Bangkok, will not work, since there is currently no railway on this route.

Finally, from Pattaya to Phuket taxi will cost so expensive because of the large distances that this option only makes sense if you are afraid of flying. In this case, I advise you to use Kiwitaxi service where you can learn in advance the cost of travel by taxi from Pattaya to Phuket and choose a car class you want and numbers of passengers, as well to order additional amenities that you may require during the trip from Pattaya to Phuket.

[ad#end]

The post How to get from Pattaya to Phuket first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

[ad#res]

I understand that a small number of people on the beach at Centara is due primarily to the fact that a lot of people just not know about this beach. Scenic high rock on the beach and in the sea (at the end of the main beach of Ao Nang) securely hides located after her Pai Plong beach from the eyes of tourists. Some tourists know about the existence of the beach (for example, watched Pai Plong from afar from the sea during a trip by longtail boat to peninsula Railey or during one of the sea excursions from Ao Nang (for example, a tour of 4 islands. But they have no information how to this beach can be easily reached on foot from the more popular and crowded main beach of Ao Nang resort.

Pai Plong Beach (Centara hotel beach). View from the sea

How to get to this beautiful beach? In reality, everything is very simple. There is a special trail, built on the ledge of rock and connects the beaches of Ao Nang and Pai Plong. But in order to find the way between the beaches, it is desirable to know the specific location where this way begins. At the same time there are some nuances that force people (which even know of the existence of such a way), refuse to visit Pai Plong beach after an unsuccessful search of this path. I sure that after reading this article, you will not get lost and can easily overcome the required distance between the beaches in just 5-10 minutes.

A small creek at the end of Ao Nang Beach

In the picture above you can see located a small rivulet, which flows into the sea near the end of Ao Nang Beach. This stream is your first landmark, and wishing to get to the beach of the Centara Hotel, you first need to get to it.Being in the town center of Ao Nang, for example, near a ticket office for boats, you need to move south along you can walk on the fine sand at the water’s edge (for me personally it always pleasant). In addition, you can walk after sun beds line. It is more civilized and a shaded way, which have a hard coating until the middle of the beach. In any case, sooner or later you will be rested into the rivulet, behind which you can see wood stair  and walkway, which going the opposite side from the sea.

Start the trail leading to the beach Pai Plong

Immediately, I note that this path does not interest us, but will have to go across the stream. It is not deep, so even at high tide, you can always find a place that is easily overcome by without shoes and without wetting pants or a skirt. Personally, I just jumped a few times specified stream at its narrowest point, because I do not like wet feet. But it is necessary to accurately calculate the forces, since even in the narrowest point of the width of the stream at least 3 meters. In addition to jump and land it is desirable not at the water’s edge, but little further: the coast consists of fine sand and easily break off, because which is easy to land in the water. After overcoming the stream, you need to move further along the coast. It can be a good time to relax on the big stones under big trees with dense branching crown. You can also dry your feet, if you walked by the creek water. This will make the climb up the steps and rocks more secure.

Climbing to Pai Plong beach from Ao Nang Beach

The required path to Pai Plong beach at Centara Hotel begins near the water’s edge near the end of the beach, where the rock is connected with the sea. In December 2014 wooden steps at the beginning of the trail were absent, ie, the first few meters you need to climb on the rocks. By the way, it is not particularly difficult: the stones are large and fairly flat and low height. Next, you will climb the wooden stairs. Climbing it takes no more than a couple of minutes, and does not take much effort. And if you have previously climbed the 1260 stair steps to the top of the mountain near the Temple Tiger Cave in Krabi (as I did), the local ladder and does seem like a cakewalk. I advise caution: staircase slightly battered by time and some boards a little unsteady. In addition, as can be seen in the photo above, there are gaps between the boards, so if you choose to visit the beach of Centara Hotel, better not use shoes with high heels.

The path to the Pai Plong beach near Hotel Centara

When you climb the stairs, you will take a short walk along a narrow path almost horizontally laid on a slope of rock. Due to the dense tropical vegetation, you will not be able to admire the sea from above, but for me personally, this path will still like it, especially in dry weather, when the clay underfoot turns into a hard and tough coating. Several spoils the view sometimes come across trash, because on the way no trash cans, and therefore some irresponsible campers just throw a pack of chips or empty bottles in the next few bushes.

On the way to the beach Centara. View from the stairs at Pai Plong Beach

Be careful when meeting on a footpath with wild monkeys, who are not afraid of people, but there are very aggressive, especially in the hands you have a package of food (bright and shiny bags and bottles). Keep it all stronger, or will pull out of the hands without a twinge of conscience. Wonderful views begin to open already on the way to the stairs on the back side of the rock, that on the way down to the Pai Plong beach. With good weather, solar water lapped at the beach gets amazing emerald color, which in combination with the green vegetation and the coastal cliffs makes the landscape is truly beautiful.

Descend the stairs to the beach Centara. Dangerous overhang – be careful!

Stairs to the beach near Centara Hotel is in a good condition, but you need get down still careful. Somewhere in the middle of the descent ladder makes a turn just below the ledge, and if you’re a little taller than average, and look only at the ground, but you can accidentally hit your head on a rock, it would be very unpleasant. The photo above shows just the projection, but in reality it is even more hanging over the staircase. Hotel Centar occupies a large area, which is now enclosed by a metal fence, which started up on electricity. I suspect that this is done in order to scare away wild monkeys, and there is not 220 Volt, but be careful when leaving the beach in any case.

Centara Beach Hotel – Pai Plong beach in Ao Nang

Earlier, guards Centar hotel in a special journal making the registration of all visitors to the beach. Now, however, this practice has been abolished or completely, or they was simply too lazy to break away from the chair for register me. Perhaps my attempt to get from the beach to the territory of the hotel would be forced to raise them, but I did not do it :). The beach Pai Plong is not very long, but a small number of tourists allows, if desired, to enjoy the local beauty in relative solitude. All beach pictures were taken in the morning, when the sun was slightly overcast with light clouds, so they do not convey the true beauty of the place with bright sunny weather.

Pontoon pier at Centara Hotel beach in Ao Nang

At the far end of the beach is now built a pontoon pier stretching far out to sea. Next to it you can rent a kayak or sign up for surfing school and start learning by trying to hold out as long as possible on the surfboards. Prices based on proximity is not a budget hotel relevant, ie higher than elsewhere in the resort of Ao Nang. Also directly from the pier you can enjoy fish or swim in the nearest rock snorkeling. From the pier offer a good view to the original form of rock sticking out of the water, as well as the entire beach and bungalows scattered on the shore of Centara Hotel.

Pai Plong beach. View from the pier on Hotel Centara

Sunbeds and umbrellas are not provided for beach goers. Therefore, going to sunbathe here, it is better to take with individual mats which are sold in Ao Nang everywhere and are quite inexpensive. By the way, they will be useful to you and when you visit other resort beaches, because the situation there is similar with sun beds with the exception of some places in hotels. Swim nice: beach quite shallow, clear water, fine sand, without debris. As shown in the last photograph taken at 12-30 local time, people on the beach quite a bit. I am visiting the beach alone, sometimes had to wait for 10-15 minutes, when near me will take place at least someone who can take a picture of me in a certain place (I do not like the selfie, as well as to disturb those resting peacefully, lying on sand under the warm Thai sun).

Hotel Centara Beach (Pai Plong beach). A view of the coastal cliffs and trees

As I wrote in the general article “Ao Nang Resort: location, beaches, entertainment,” you can buy eat and drink on the Pai Plong beach only in Centara hotel, where the prices of all food and drinks much too high. Therefore it is better to seize the fruit, drinks and snacks with you, acquiring all in street stalls and shops of Ao Nang: 7Eleven and Family Mart. Return to Ao Nang is made on the same path in reverse. This review of Pai Plong beach is complete. Also you can see small video review of Pai Plong beach in Ao Nang (beach of Centara Hotel). Enjoy your vacation!

[ad#end]

The post Pai Plong beach in Ao Nang – big review! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

[ad#eng]

Things could have been much easier if in the airport Surat Thani or in the immediate vicinity were located hotels, in which one could spend the night and in the morning to take advantage of the many buses from the airport, which are sent directly to the island of Koh Samui or to the ferry pier Donsak . But even best search engines can find hotels nearby the airport at least 9 km from the airport. Thus, better and more easy for you to get to the city, and from there to make a morning transfer to coconut island of Koh Samui.

Updated: in 2016, there were opened several inexpensive hotels near the airport, to which, if desired, can be reached in 10-15 minutes even on foot or in 4-5 min on transport. Estimates vary greatly, and if a couple of hotels they are not the highest (about 6 points out of 10), that is, two hotels at a similar price and with very good reviews. Probably, it is better to choose them, because even if you consider such a hotel as a place for a short stay, better to spend this time in relatively comfortable conditions. The best hotels are Surattani Airport Hostel ($ 20 for double room with breakfast, average score 7.4 out of 10) and slightly more expensive ($ 22 for double room with breakfast) but with even higher guest rating – 8.5 points out of 10) – Amaretto Hostel & Amaretto De Coffee Home.

In the morning of the next day, you can take the transport to the ferry pier Donsak and buy tickets for the pores to Samui or order combined tickets for the bus + ferry. The second option is convenient for the possibility of pre-booking and buying online with the most popular service of transport in Asia (link to the route Surattani Airport – Ko Samui in the english-language version of the service, only change the date and number of passengers). As you can see, the cost of such a trip depends on the time and from the transport company and this cost varies significantly and ranges from 300 to 600 baht. In this case, the most expensive option will not always be the fastest on the way (see screenshot below), so you can safely choose cheaper options (for 350-450 baht).

How to get from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui – timetable and fares

Since almost all the passengers of the evening flight from Bangkok to Surat Thani (or from other cities) are not able to catch the last ferry to Koh Samui, they need to get to Surat Thani on local transport. To do this, you can use a taxi or ask the locals about how inexpensive public transportation available from the airport to the center of Surat Thani. Probably, it will be minibus or any bus or, even more likely, songthaew – passenger pick-up (with a roof and two benches along the sides).

The second important issue, which is sure to occur in your case, when you spend the night in the city with the aim to reach the center of Surat Thani to Koh Samui – a choice of hotel for the night. Generally, hotels in the city are not too expensive, because Surattani not a tourist city and most foreigners are limited to a short-term transit or even their familiarity with the city ends airport. Therefore, you can choose a hotel based on proximity to the bus station, where buses on Samui. You must know that the main bus station Surat Thani is located 12 km from the city, so I would suggest a small bus station in the center of the city, which a owns Pantip bus company and called Surat Thani city center Bus terminal.

And the easiest way to choose a hotel from which you can walk to the bus stop by for a few minutes, even with suitcases, backpacks and small children. One of these hotels is Iroom Hotel, which offers good comfort for a reasonable price. Judging by reviews of tourists, the hotel may not quite live up to the claimed 4 stars, but given the price and the fact that you not needs to stay there for a long time (to spend the night and in the morning to go to Samui) variant is quite normal.

You can check current prices for accommodation using the widget above. As a rule, the price of rooms in this hotel is less than $ 20 even if you stay with the child. For two same room costs $ 16 and less. There in the city you can see and other hotels, but they are located not so convenient (not on the main street, so in a strange city with numerous signs and similar buildings are harder to find), and usually there are 2 stars at a slightly lower price.

Now about the bus station and buses from Surat Thani to Koh Samui. Small bus terminal is located practically on the main street – Talad Mai Road. Bus Terminal The full address is: 293 / 6-8 Taladmai Road, Amphur Muang, Suratthani, Thailand, 84000. The map below marked its location, and the location of this hotel (iRoom Hotel, alley №31 same main street Talad Mai (31 . Alley Talai Mad Road). The distance between the objects – just 250 meters away.

How to get from Surat Thani center to Koh Samui – good hotel nearby bus station

The first morning bus leaves from center of Surat Thani to Koh Samui in 09-30 in the morning. Those. you have time to properly enjoy breakfast and to purchase the products in the way (eg, in a shop Family Mart, which is located near the bus station). Your way to the Samui bus terminal in Nathon takes about 3.5 hours (distance between Suratthani and ferry pier Donsak about 70 km and the journey time by ferry is about 1.5 hours). It mean that if you will use the first bus to the island, you will arrive to Koh Samui only in 13-00.

Accordingly, using the next bus – 10-30 am, on Koh Samui you’ll be in the 14-00, and so on (buses leave every hour from 9-30 to 16-30). By the way, bus tickets can be purchased in advance. They cost 250 baht and include the ferry ride (which alone is worth 150 baht for adults). Order and pay for integrated tickets (bus + ferry) can be placed using the following search form, selecting the desired date (usually the day after the arrival of the aircraft in Surat Thani) and choosing a convenient time for you to the bus from the center of Surat Thani to Koh Samui.

Necessary route called Suratthani Town – Na Thon (Koh Samui) and executed by the Pantip bus company (office and ticket offices of the carrier located at the bus terminal). I hope that information, placed in the article, will help you plan your trip to coconut Island and now you know, how easily accessible from the center of Surat Thani to Koh Samui by bus and ferry. I wish you a pleasant journey!

The post How to get from Surat Thani to Koh Samui first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Chatuchak park in Bangkok – the most popular park in the northern part of the capital of Thailand, which is located in close proximity to the famous eponymous market. This article contains a brief history of the park and its actual description with photos. You will see that this park – real green oasis in so big city how Bangkok. You will also learn that in reality the specified location is not a one  park, but three, each of which is significantly different from the others and has its own name and unique character. Also in the article you will find information on how to easily get to the Chatuchak Park in Bangkok and when it is convenient to do so.

[ad#eng]

How to get  to Chatuchak Park in Bangkok 

Chatuchak park in Bangkok have a magnificent transport accessibility, so get to it quickly and inexpensively can be almost from any area of the city. Suffice it to say that right next to the entrance to the park Chatuchak is located station  “Mo Chit” of  air subway BTS SkyTrain (northern terminus station Sukhumvit line). Ie enough to get out of the train and the park will be visible directly from the platform.

View to the Chatuchak Park from platform air subway BTS SkyTrain

No less complicated option – to get to the park on the underground Bangkok. In this case, all you need to go to the station Chatuchak Park, ie station, which is named for the park. By the way, in the case of an underground metro Bangkok MRT exit the subway at all located in the Chatuchak Park directly. As you can see in the photo, the entrance to the subway on the Bangkok tradition built on an elevated above ground level to the station in order to not flooded during heavy rain.

Chatuchak park in Bangkok – the output with subway station “Chatuchak park”

The park is located near the North bus terminal Chatuchak (Mo Chit bus station), therefore it very convenient to visit it while waiting for your bus to Pattaya or in another city. For example, when you have just arrived in Bangkok early morning plane, but before the entry into the booked hotel stays too long. Or when, after being evicted from the hotel in Bangkok you have until the evening bus 6-8 hours of free time.

Chatuchak Park in Bangkok – the original tropical trees near the water

Even a simple walk through the parks straight from the metro station to the Northern Bus Terminal in Bangkok (and this just need to cross the parks) will allow you to see many interesting things along the way and does not require much physical effort, especially if you are traveling without heavy luggage. In addition, it is also possible to save 60 baht per person: the standard fee for a motorcycle taxi way from the subway to the bus station.

Map of Chatuchak park in Bangkok

Many sources indicate that it is the largest park in the area, but in reality Chatuchak Park has an area of only 0.3 square meters. km, and near adjoin two more parks, which are much larger in size and have their own distinctive features. Construction Chatuchak Park in Bangkok began in 1975, when the state railways of the country have identified a small narrow plot of land for the construction of a public park. Five years later, December 4, 1980 the grand opening of Chatuchak Park, which quickly became a favorite spot nearby residents.

Chatuchak park in Bangkok – a schematic map of the park

Located on the map above you will notice that the park divides into two unequal parts the highway, going from south to north. It is that part of the equipped green area, which is located to the right of the said road and have name  Chatuchak Park. On the left there are another two parks: Queen Sirikit Park (at the bottom of the card with marked trails red) and Park Wachira Benchathat (at the top of the card with the blue track), with an area larger than the area of the other two combined. Other two parks were open later, but more on that below.

Flower beds in the park Bangkok Chatuchak

Review of Chatuchak Park in Bangkok

If you arrive at Chatuchak Park on one of the two types of the city metro, you will enter the park at its southern tip. The central object of this part of the park is an artificial reservoir, which in several places decorated with broad picturesque bridges. Of course, in the park a lot of tropical plants, palm trees and a variety of colors. Near the entrance there is a square tower with a clock.

Chatuchak Park in Bangkok – palm trees and paths

Along the tracks there are a number of benches, but during several visits to the park, I noticed that the Thais prefer to stay closer to the water, lying in the shade of palm trees on the grass, or brought from home mat. Along the perimeter of the pond in some places also has wooden gazebo, where like to relax a couple, where breathe fresh air elderly Thais and just relax youth.

View of the pond Chatuchak Park near the entrance

As you can see on the map, the park is rather narrow, so you can cross it across in a few minutes. On the opposite side of the entrance there is a gym in the open air. Of course, there is not to find cutting-edge simulators: basically different types of barbell and benches. There is even a mirror, looking into which you can evaluate the correctness of the exercises and, in passing, to admire your muscles.

Gym in the open air in the park Chatuchak (Bangkok)

In the northern part of the Chatuchak park is functioning Railroad Museum, children playgrounds, and on paved paths convenient for jogging. On the shore of the pond near the center of the park, you can rent a boat or catamaran (in the form of a swan and a small shelter from the sun) and take a short boat trip through the park. Another small pond located at the northern tip of Chatuchak Park.

Place rent boats and catamarans in Chatuchak Park

Generally, during the week of visitors in the park is very small, especially during working hours. At this time, there is much more of the park employees who mows lawns, shrubs, watering, weeding flower beds and planted new flowers. In the evening and on weekends the number of visitors increases considerably, because a huge metropolis of Bangkok, and places for free and relaxing stay not so much. Chatuchak Park is open to the public from early morning until 21:00 pm. At night in the park include artificial lighting.

Walkway in the park Chatuchak (Bangkok) suitable for jogging and bicycle

Queen Sirikit Park in Bangkok

Because of not too large area Chatuchak Park and its popularity among the townspeople, it was decided to expand the park area. Land under the new park again donated Thai railways. Inauguration of the new park, which bears the name of the Queen, was held on 12 August 1992 and was timed in time for the anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit.

Different types of trees in the park Queen Sirikit

You can get to the park by the above methods, and then cross the park Chatuchak, or bypass it a little further south, passing along the road near Chatuchak Market. Despite the proximity of the two parks, each of them has its own unique character. The park Queen Sirikit is virtually identical to Chatuchak Park area, but its shape is not as elongated, and a little less open  spaces.

Bamboo seedlings in waiting to board in Queen Sirikit Park

This a theme park and bears some educational mission, and its space is divided into several separate zones. For example, in the south-eastern part of the garden is bamboo – a small bamboo grove and planting rice. Not everyone knows that these two plants do not only apply to cereals, but also very similar at the genetic level.

Queen Sirikit Park in Bangkok. Left – the garden of banana trees.

In the northern part of the park Queen Sirikit has a garden of banana trees, and a little to the west – a beautiful palm grove. As is the case with the neighboring parks, a defined territory occupies an artificial reservoir. In this park it’s not as wide as in the Chatuchak Park, but has a very original form, more like a narrow creek. In the central part of the park Queen Sirikit you can admire the blooming lotus pond, water lilies and other aquatic plants.

View of part of the palm grove in the park Queen Sirikit

Also at the park has a musical fountain, shady arbors, many beautiful flower beds, hen house, planted different varieties of palms and other trees whose names are for educational purposes written on a number of established labels. The park has a lot of tracks that now and then branch out, so you can walk there for a long time without going to the same place more than once. You can just walk in the park, although workers often move on bicycles.

Long pond in the park Queen Sirikit

As in the previous park hours during the week days the people here there is little, except for employees who are engaged in weeding, harvesting, planting and watering plants. By the way, judging by their appearance, Queen Sirikit Park staff is not even the Thais, and came to work from neighboring countries. Work hours Park is slightly smaller than the Chatuchak Park: it opens at 5 am and closes for a visit at 6 pm.

Wachira Benchathat Park in Bangkok

The third park near Chatuchak Market is a park Vachira Benchatat. It is the largest of the three parks, construction of which is still ongoing. As is the case with the above two parks, the land here was also owned by the State Railway and was used mainly for golf. Even today you can still see a lot of places with a distinctive topography and water bodies.

Flower beds and green figures in Queen Sirikit Park

In municipal ownership land was transferred only in 1990, although the workers of Thai railway all the time resisted this. To date, the most popular park for cycling who like to ride in the shade share once the golf course trees. In my opinion, just walking on the park is not as interesting as on the previous one. By the way, rent bicycles (including doubles) in the park Wachira Benchathat Everyone can for little money (something a little more than $ 1, or in terms of money in Thailand, 30-40 baht).

Shady alleys of the park Wachira Benchathat

There are in the park and other points of interest. For example, the park of tropical butterflies in the southeastern part of the park, a large playground in the west, many beautiful ponds, a number of sports facilities, including a public swimming pool. As is the case with other parks, there  and then you will notice birds and animals: squirrels, turtles, lizards, birds, and sometimes even small snakes. Ie all three Park its kind of free mini-zoo.

Beauty in the park requires a daily, sometimes imperceptible at first glance the work

After walking a few hours in the park Chatuchak Park, in Queen Sirikit Park and in Wachira Benchathat park, many of visitors will be hungry. The easiest way to find food do this in the northwestern part of the largest park, where there are many catering outlets. Also mobile points of food and street cafes can be found not far from Chatuchak Market, on the street that separates the Chatuchak Park in Bangkok from the other two.

[ad#eng]

All three parks is very picturesque and original, same as Lumphini Park in the other district of Bangkok, so I advise you not miss them if you have free time, because that the time you spend in the these free parks and colorful photos there will you more than another traditional points of interest of the Thai capital – a temple or monument. Especially in the area of the park can be found quite decent hotels in Bangkok at good prices (if you can not – always happy to help).

Perhaps you might have thought that in this article too many pictures and seeing them here, will not be interesting for a walk in the park itself. I can assure you that it is not so: photos do not cover a tenth of what you will see with your own eyes, because the beauty there at every step, and I did two visits to the park, but is not visited in all its parts. Successful walks!

 [ad#end]

The post Chatuchak Park in Bangkok – green oasis in megapolis! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

Laem Sangwan Beach on Koh Larn nearby to Pattaya this is probably one of the smallest beaches on the island, but it has a number of features and advantages, thanks to which is popular with tourists from around the world. Below is a small overview of the beach of Laem Sangwan, where i told how to get there and what you need to be prepared before it, if you planning to visit this beach on Koh Larn. The article also includes photographs of this beach, allowing visually assess its size, the purity of water and some recreational facilities.
[ad#eng]

How to get to Laem Sangwan beach on Koh Larn

Probably one of the main advantages of Laem Sangwan beach,  it is its location that allows you to quickly and easily get to it from Pattaya for everyone. And here I mean not even speedboat that as fast as possible bused tourists to Koh Lan, to any of the island’s beaches. You can get to Laem Sangwan beach is much easier, because it is located right next to the pier Tawaen. Even your way to the very beach of the same name Tawaen be longer than your way to Laem Sangwan beach, as described in this review, because the beach is located as close as possible to the place of disembarkation of big ferry passengers.

If you read the article “How to get from Pattaya to Koh Lan ferry” you already know that the ferry, which you need use, run according to the approved schedule, and ticket price per passenger is only 30 baht. The same price have a ticket for the return ferry to Pattaya. About other costs of transportation when visiting the beach Laem Sangwan to think and do not need, because they do not exist. Getting off the ferry at the pier, just follow the shore until until you see a small branch of the right (wooden walkway on stilts over the water). In the photo you can see how close the beach is Laem Sangwan from the landing place for the ferry to Pattaya. You can walking leisurely pace on this path, and in any case you will come to Sangwan Laem beach not more than just a couple of minutes from the ferry.

The path to Laem Sangwan beach by the wooden bridges (you can see in the distance Tawaen pier)

Walking along the wooden bridges, do not forget to look at his feet to avoid injury. There are gaps between the individual planks, boards themselves under your feet a little bit shaken, and in some places few boards non-existent. If you arrive on Koh Larn by ferry that going to the second pier of the island (in the village of Naban), you need a half-hour walk on a good road between these piers, or to overcome the required distance on the motorcycle taxi at the cost of 20 baht per person . The same amount will have to pay and the way back to the pier Naban, if you wish to relax on the beach as long as possible (last ferry from Naban pier takes an hour later than the last ferry from Tawaen pier directly near Laem Sangwan beach).

Review of Laem Sangwan beach

Laem Beach Sangwan is not only one of the shortest on Koh Lana, but also one of the most narrow. Width of the beach in the near to the ferry pier end of the beach is limited by the debris of rocks and structures on them wooden bridges. The water in this location is transparent enough, sometimes you can notice small fishes. However, in the water at the entrance there are rocks, so the rest with children in this place – not the best choice. Then begins a classic beach area – complete with sun loungers and parasols. Log into the water in this place of the beach – enough for a soft and bright sand, so you can relax here even with young children. The color of water is also a pleasant, light blue with a greenish tint, but varies throughout the day depending on the position of the sun.

First part of Laem Sangwan beach nearest the Tawaen pier

In the central part of the beach there is an area with growing close to the water’s edge of the trees. Lately I’ve been a big fan of spending time on the beaches under natural source of shade, ie near the rocks or trees, so I liked the place. Sometimes calm is broken only by the sound of speeding motorcycles in the sea water and the signal of departure of ferries. After the trees near water, you can find another small section with a sandy beach and umbrellas, and then beach ends with a rocky shore. You can rent deck chairs on the first beachfront at the price of 100 baht.

On the beach there are isolated bathing places and areas that are used for water scooters and sometimes approaching speedboats. But as the amount of the transport Laem Sangwan is not very large, and it is used not very active (at least when I was so), you can swim almost the entire area. Closer to the central part of the beach you can buy drinks and snacks. The choice is not very big, but you must remember that this beach close to the Tawaen beach, where your choice can be much better. But stray vendors on the beach are few and they not very bother you as on the beaches of Pattaya and several other beaches of the island of Koh Lan, a description of which can be found at the link.

Laem Sangwan beach on Koh Larn – fine sand and nice water color

Advantages and disadvantages of Laem Sangwan beach

The convenient location of Laem Sangwan beach on Koh Larn allows for a few minutes after the descent from the ferry pier to be directly in the vacation spot with clear water and the necessary infrastructure. Even the other adjacent to this pier beaches can not compete in this respect with Laem Sangwan, because to get to them and choose a suitable resting place is required to spend a lot more time, especially when it comes to Thong Lang beach, go up to which you want to about 15 minutes, and in many areas during your way there is no shadow, but there are direct sunlight.

The advantage of the location even more noticeable on the way back to Pattaya, because sunbathing and swimming on the beach of Laem Sangwan can be almost to the departure of the ferry to the mainland. not even having the hours of the imminent departure of the ferry can be found always wafting from it a long beep. As a rule, from the first series of beeps till the real departure is held at least 10 minutes (and often more), so even swimming in the sea and hear the first beeps with holidaymakers it is possible to safely go out of the water, dry off with a towel, change into dry and walk to the ferry without any hurry, because the time on the road you need only a couple of minutes.

Bathing place on the Laem Sangwan beach – a few minutes walk from ferry landing

An important advantage of Laem Sangwan beach compared to the neighboring Tawaen Beach on Koh Larn is that it is much less noisy. Of course, everything is also affected by noise from the motors speedboats and ferries, but the noise that produce many Chinese tourists who are on holiday and loudly talking on Tawaen beach, here, for some reason, almost absent. In my last visit to Laem Sangwan beach, me could sure that the concentration of tourists in this beach is noticeably smaller than in Tawaen beach, although the last several times longer and much wider. At the same time purity of the water in the Laem Sangwan commendable despite the proximity of the ferry pier and many boats.

To be completely objective, it should be noted some shortcomings Laem Sangwan, which I personally do not allow us to attribute to the category of the beach on the island’s most beloved. Firstly, it is already mentioned the noise from the boats and ferries. This is a common flaw that is present on all the northern beaches of Koh Larn near the Tawaen pier. Second, in the part of the beach, which I like best, all the chairs on the first line from the sea can be busy, because they were not very much. For those to whom this question is not basic, lack a specified item can not be considered as shortcoming.

[ad#eng]

Finally, there is a kind of a drawback for some travelers, I think the fact that most of the time that many people spend to visit the island of Koh Larn, the sun shines on this beach is not from the sea, and from the fairly steep bank. It mean, that you can not normally sunbathe if you only just lying on the sun loungers. Therefore, many tourists on the Laem Sangwan to sunbathing in water partly standing or walking near the water’s edge.

I conclude this brief overview of the small beach of Koh Lan with name Laem Sangwan. I think, my information and the photos can give a basic idea of what to expect when you visit this beach. At the same time, I suggest you look here, even if you arrive at the pier Tawaen to visit other beaches of the island of Koh Lan. You will spend less than 10 minutes, but it is possible that Laem Sangwan beach on Koh Larn you enjoy, and you’ll want to stay (in this case you will save time and money :).
I wish you a pleasant stay!

[ad#end]

The post Overview of Laem Sangwan Beach on Koh Larn first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Bus from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi airport
  

• Taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok airport
  

• Transport from Pattaya to Don Muang airport
  

[ad#eng]

Bus from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi airport

Definitely, the easiest and most affordable option to get from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi – take the shuttle bus, which goes along with the approved schedule from Pattaya bus station, located in the southern part of the city. You can read article “Pattaya Bus Stations – review of all bus terminals” for details about how to get to this bus terminal (actually a small bus station). The fare is 134 baht, as bus follows the toll road. Fee for pre-sale is not provided, and clicking on the link, you can view the schedule of the bus. You need find a first picture on this page and see a second column with bus schedule (labeled “From Pattaya”).

The ticket can be purchased for a few days before the departure of the bus to the airport (at least I do so), but I think that even on the day of departure is not a problem as the bus runs frequently and there generally remain free seats. Please note that the ticket is non-refundable (No Refund), so carefully think over the time of departure to the airport in advance and not be late for your flight. And you can easily miss if not accurately calculate the time required to travel to songthaew (tuk-tuk) during rush hour, when traffic on certain routes of songthaew in Pattaya almost stopped because of traffic jams.

Bus ticket from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi for 134 baht

The duration of the trip is about 1.5-2 hours (the last option – if it enters the plug in Pattaya), and the bus drives up the passengers to exit №7 in the departure  zone (4th floor Suvarnabhumi Airport). Baggage Allowance on the bus – free of charge (although correct to say is included in the ticket price), and before boarding you will get from the driver special luggage receipt indicating the number of pieces of luggage. Later, upon arrival at the airport, upon presentation of receipts, employees of the bus company (the driver and the representative) will give you your luggage. Next to the bus, you can just take a trolley Airport, by which is very convenient and easy to move around the airport even with heavy suitcases or with your backpacks for travel.

Slightly more expensive version with a bus from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi – transfer to Bell Travel Service Company, of which I wrote in the article “How to get from Bangkok airport to Pattaya.” You can book a transfer directly from your hotel door on the official website of the company. The cost will be 250 THB when ordering and paying online. At the same time the doors of the hotel to the bus station in Pattaya you will be taken to the minivan, and already at the airport will be taken on the big  bus. Earlier also it was possible to book a ticket in Don Muang for 245 baht, but some time ago this service was suspended.

Bus to Suvarnabhumi Airport from the South Pattaya bus station

The advantage of this method appreciated by those who find it difficult to get to the bus station south of Pattaya with their suitcases, while making several changes when moving to the tuk-tuk. Buses of this company depart from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi 06-00, 09-00, 11-00, 13-00, 15-00, 17-00 and 19-00. Of course, the check-out will be used for at least half an hour. Other options to get from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi (eg, via Bangkok) on the bus is also available, but in my opinion they do not make sense, because more difficult and expensive. They have meaning only in the case where you definitely need to visit Bangkok before returning home.

Taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok airport

Option with a taxi is a good choice when you have large suitcases when you do not like to use buses and,especially, by trip tuk-tuk in Pattaya, with the help of which you need to get to the bus station. Another option, in which the taxi car is justified – the night or very early morning flight from Suvarnabhumi when you can not use buses, because they do not drive at this time. A taxi from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi will cost you between $ 900 to 1,500 baht (depending on the place of car order, your bargaining skills and attitudes taxi driver). I think it makes no sense to pay more because you can find a lot taxi in Pattaya and a lot of drivers, which want to get your 1000-1500 THB in any time of day and night in situation, when amounts of taxi drivers is always greater than the potential passengers.

Street point for order taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok airport

Order a taxi to Bangkok airport, you can at the reception of most hotels, at special points of street «Taxi to airport» (see. photo) and on some parking for taxi, agreeing with the driver. You can also use the services of a proven global Taxi transfers company that is famous for its high quality services, the ability to place an order a taxi online, full-fledged four-seater or more spacious car and take advantage of additional facilities (eg, child seats, which under normal taxi you will not find) . More information about global taxi service you can read in article “Transfer Services in Thailand”.

By the way, do not forget to specify to taxi driver that it final price, and if taxi driver will be use any toll road, he will pays already itself (if I am not mistaken, fare is about 120 baht). Thus, the advantage of the method is possible to note the speed (but not much faster than a normal bus), a slightly higher level of comfort and the ability to go from Pattaya to Bangkok at any time of the day. And remember that because of the gas cylinder in the trunk of a ordinary taxi in Pattaya is not usually taken into the cabin more than three passengers, if those with luggage.

Transport from Pattaya to Don Muang airport in Bangkok

Since in preset time you can not to use direct bus route from Pattaya bus station to Don Muang airport, you need to use the combined scheme. The simplest of them – bus + taxi. In the article “How to get from Pattaya to Bangkok – all options”, me described in detail how to get to the bus station the capital of Thailand on buses for 124-133 baht. Wanting to get to the airport in Don Muang, best to buy a bus ticket from Pattaya to Bangkok’s Northern Bus Terminal (Nothern bus terminal Mochit), since it is the closest to the desired airport.

Next to the specified bus station always plenty of taxis that will take you over the counter to the relegation zone at Don Muang for about 120 baht (or 150-200 THB without the counter, but the last option – it is a lot of Bangkok for considering that you need spend in way by taxi only around 10-15 minutes). It is also next to the bus station north of Bangkok, you can catch one of the buses, but to find the right bus to be problematic without the knowledge of the Thai language, because inscriptions in the Latin alphabet is not provided. Cost of bus about 20 baht.

Bus from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi Airport (on the South Bus station in Pattaya)

Second choice: bus ride to Suvarnabhumi Airport, as described in the first section of the paper, and then to use transfer to the free shuttle-bass to Don Muang Airport, which can be found near the exit №7 from the airport in the arrivals area (second floor). You may be asked to show ticket tickets from Don Muang while landing on a free shuttle bus. Travel time from 45 minutes to 1.5 hours. Depending on traffic. This bus to Don Muang airport in Bangkok works from 5 am until midnight. From 05-00 am to 10-00 and from 22-00 to 00-00 buses departure from Suvarnabhumi interval of 1 hour. The rest of the time interval is reduced to 20-40 minutes.

Schedule of free shuttle bus to Don Muang can be found near the site of the landing on them. You can see that here are buses almost half empty, so no need to worry about availability free seats. Travel time between the airport 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on road conditions. There are also city buses that go between airports, but they come with a variety of stops. Therefore, spend 30-35 baht for a long trip does not make sense. Especially since the free shuttle bass are air-conditioned, unlike some city public bus.

Taxi in Bangkok – the only way to travel between airports by night

Taxi to the Don Muang airport from Pattaya will cost more than taxi to Suvarnabhumi, because it is located far away from the resort. Those, you should be calculated on the amount of 1500-2000 baht and up. So sometimes much cheaper access to the Suvarnabhumi Airport by taxi from Pattaya, and later find taxi in Bangkok for a trip to Don Muang. It is better to do it in the relegation zone, where taxi drivers usually leave empty and more compliant in the bargaining. Well, if the taxi driver agrees to take you on the counter, would be an option at all for the best price, because you can not use other variant to get from Pattaya to Don Muang at night. If the prospect of dialogue with the Thai taxi drivers do not attract, you can order a Taxi transfers in advance –  to get high level service, and easy get to Don Muang straight from Pattaya.

Finally, in the daytime you can use the easiest and cheapest way to get from Pattaya to Don Muang Airport. To do this, you need to use minibuses and costs 180 baht, which from morning to evening go to Don Muang from Pattaya with about half an hour interval. I did not use this transport, but this method has been tested several times with my friends and they all were satisfied. Very interested, but about minibuses from Pattaya to Don Muang with fare 180 THB, many of the local residents of Pattaya not even know, so they were surprised when I told them about it. Minibuses is sent to a small station outside Central Pattaya. Excellent reference point – a large supermarket Foodland, located on this street (Pattaya Klang, or Central Pattaya Rd).

A place where you can find cheap minibuses from Pattaya to Don Muang Airport

You have to walk about 100 meters from the said store to the side of Sukhumvit Road (ie, away from the sea) and buy a ticket for the Minibus in a company engaged in the carriage. Inscriptions on the canopy at the company’s office in the Thai language, with very advertising signboard and billboard on the sidewalk – on a yellow background. Next – a small gas-cylinders station. If you walk from store Foodland, it will be on the left side. You can also find this office when you walk from Sukhumvit Road, while the company’s office is approximately 280 meters from the said track on the right side.

You can book a place in the van Pattaya – Don Muang, if you will call 0831121915 in Pattaya. I draw your attention that it can not be done in advance. You must call on the same day, when you want to go from Pattaya Airport. Perhaps an easier option – to come immediately before departure minibus with luggage. Minibuses run frequently from 5-30 am to 19-30 pm. Range of motion – every 30-40 minutes. The route called Pattaya – Major Rangsit (minivan on the way stops at Suvarnabhumi airport, too).

In this description of ways to get from Pattaya to Don Muang and Suvarnabhumi airports completed. I wish you an easy and comfortable road on the route from Pattaya to any Bangkok airport! Good luck!

[ad#eng]

[ad#end]

The post How to get from Pattaya to Bangkok airports first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

On page presents hotels that are located near the famous Soi Lengki in Pattaya Those. we will focus on the cheap hotels directly on this street and the next small street – Soi Chaiyapoon, which also has a couple of decent hotels with high rating and lowest cost. In the list of cheap hotels in Pattaya near Soi Lengkee currently are 10 hotels. I’m sure that’s enough to select the best option for you.

Also for your convenience, a list of hotels is formed taking into account the minimum price. This means that at the beginning of the list you will find the most cheap ($ 12 a day), and at the end of the list – a little more expensive (just over $ 20 per day). For those travelers who are especially appreciate the comfort and who can afford to pay for it a few extra dollars, you can find a rating of hotels based on reviews of tourists after staying at this hotel.

To check available room on your dates in the description of each hotel there is a special widget. You can quickly complete the desired date in the widget and find out the final price in different booking systems to make sure that the search engine always provides you with the opportunity to book a hotel at the best price. I draw your attention that the prices of listed hotels are always are final, including all taxes and fees, which is very convenient.

I hasten to point out that the alleged minimum price for hotels Soi Lengkee may differ slightly from the prices in the search results, especially if you are looking for is in the coming days. Also, a higher price in the search results may be due to the fact that the hotel rooms were available only to the Superior or Deluxe class, which traditionally stand at $ 2- $ 5 more expensive than the standard rooms. In the description of some hotels I have tried also to clarify the difference in the prices of various class rooms.

Map of cheap hotels in Soi Lengkee (Pattaya)

To more clearly understand where hotels are located in Pattaya Soi Lengkee, above this text is presented a map of hotels with green markers, clicking on which you can always see the hotel name, rating based on reviews of tourists and the minimum cost of living in this hotel or guesthouse. For clarity in the widget and present photos of the hotel, which provides the first visual impression of the room: the appearance of a bed, bathroom, balcony, if available (usually there is a balcony in almost all rooms of hotels in Soi Lengkee in Pattaya), etc. As a rule, if the hotel offers a lot of photos, they are updated in the widget after reloading the page.

I also want to note that on Soi Lengkee in Pattaya presented other hotels starting at $ 12 per day, but because of the low rating I have them in this compilation are not included. If the price for you is in the first place, and some drawbacks for you have no fundamental significance (eg, lack of a lift or a slow internet), then you may choose for themselves and other options of hotels in Soi Lengkee. Simply click on the green markers, check the price and if the price suits you, go to the overview on the button at “Show Prices”, where you can learn more information about the hotel facilities and guest reviews, in which a portion of said main flaw that influenced the downgrade.

Below of a list of hotels I added information about the reasons for the high popularity of the area Soi Lengkee for foreigners from around the world, who may live there for many months, as well as information on how to quickly get to Soi Lengkee by walk from Central Pattaya and not get lost in the numerous alleys. Also on the page under the list of the best budget hotels Soi Lengkee you will find information about which routes songthaew (tuk-tuk) can be used to not go to his hotel on foot every time you go out beyond the area of residence.

List of cheap hotels in Soi Lengkee (Pattaya)

Chaiyapoon Inn Hotel (Pattaya) – from $12 USD  (rating 8.3)

Chaiyapoon Inn Hotel is one of the most worthy of economy class hotels in central Pattaya. The hotel is not located on Soi Lengkee, and on a nearby side street  which called Soi Chaiyapoon. If Soi Lengkee in Pattaya by the thai standards of a very wide lane with ample parking space transport, Soi Chaiyapoon about twice narrow more. By the way, you should know that on most tourist maps of Pattaya, this lane is designated as Chaloem Phrakiat Alley 25, while almost all the locals call it is Soi Chaiyapoon. Hotel in a building purple color at a distance of 70 meters from the 3rd Street Pattaya or at a distance of 200 meters along the lane from Buakhao Soi Pattaya. The following coordinates can be used to search for hotels using the navigator: Latitude 12°55’41.50″N and longitude100°53’12.40″E. Get more info about this hotel on the page Thai-Rest.com >>>

Miracle House (Soi Lengkee, Pattaya) – from $15 (rating 8.6)

This budget hotel in Soi Lengkee (Pattaya ) has the highest rating among all the hotels on this list. More than half of the hotel guests gave him a high score, so the average score was 86/100, which is really a lot for a budget class hotel. The hotel is located in the eastern part of Soi Lengkee, near Pattaya 3rd Road. Door of Miracle House hotel from the yard, so your landmark – building Clean Guest House and Retox Sport bar, you need to get around. If during your travels you are accustomed to use the navigator to find hotels, you can use the following coordinates: latitude:  12°55’39″N and longitude: 100°53’10″E. Get more info about this hotel on the page Thai-Rest.com >>>

Le Trafalgar Hotel (Soi Lengkee, Pattaya) – from $15/night  (rating 8.3)

Cheap hotel Le Trafalgar in Soi Lengkee (Pattaya) has excellent reviews (the hotel was rated 83/100 points) and low prices for accommodation. This small hotel is located in the eastern part of Soi Lengkee, just 80 meters from the Third Street (Pattaya 3rd Road) and 200 meters from Soi Buakhao. The main entrance to Le Trafalgar Guest House is located right on Soi Lengkee, so if you book this hotel, for you will not be difficult to find it in Pattaya. A good landmark will be two nice hotels: Clean Guest House and Retox Hotel (together with the same name sports bar), located on the opposite side of the street, and also included in the list of the best economy hotels in Soi Lengeei in central Pattaya. Get more info about this hotel on the page Thai-Rest.com >>>

Clean Guest House (Soi Lengkee, Pattaya) – from $15/night  (rating 8.2)

Clean Guest House is located in Soi Lengkee, near the intersection of the alley with the Third Street Pattaya (Pattaya 3rd Road). The guest house is located in a neat building, light in color with a lot of balconies. The distinguishing feature, which helps you quickly find the right building at Soi Lengkee is sky-blue signboard with the name and phone on the front of the hotel. The building is located on the left, if you go from the 3rd street, and on the right if you go by Soi Lengkee from Soi Buakhao. You can see part of the front of the hotel (on the left in the picture) and part of the street in front of him, if you will open the webcam Soi Lengkee in Pattaya. If you prefer to use a online map or navigator on a journey, you can use the following coordinates to find this guest house: Latitude: 12 ° 55’40 “N, and Longitude: 100 ° 53’11″E. Get more info about this hotel on the page Thai-Rest.com >>>

Sooi-Tee Guest House (Soi Lengkee, Pattaya) – $16 per night  (rating 8.2)

Sooi Tee Guest House in Soi Lengkee (Pattaya) – this is another place in the center of the resort, where you can stay inexpensively and live with a good level of comfort. Located Sooi Tee Guest House is almost in the center of the soi. This means that you need to go on Soi Lengkee about 150 meters from Soi Buakhao (the guest house will be on the right) or about 130 meters from the Third Street Pattaya (Pattaya 3rd Road). In the second case, the guest house is on the left, respectively. Due to its location in a building with many hotels, shops and cafes, I suggest first of all pay attention to the blue sign above the entrance door «Sooi Tee Guest House & Restaurant». Get more info about this hotel on the page Thai-Rest.com >>>

Opey De Place Hotel (Soi Lengkee, Pattaya) from 23 USD (rating 7.8)

Opey De Place Hotel not by chance included in the list of the best economy-class hotels in Pattaya Soi Lengkee. Firstly, it is a  full-fledged resort hotel, which occupies the entire large building and has many comfortable rooms. This means that to find a free room at the Opey De Place Hotel is much easier than in most guesthouses in the alley Soi Lengkee. In addition, one of the most important advantages of this hotel is the large private swimming pool – all at a price of $ 23. The hotel is located near the beginning of Soi Lengkee, just 60 meters from Soi Buakhao (and therefore 220 meters from Pattaya 3rd street). Get more info about this hotel on the page Thai-Rest.com >>>

P.S. In the near future, the article will be supplemented by a number of cheap hotels in Soi Lengkee (Pattaya). Also will be added the information about  transport to Soi Lengkee in Pattaya.

The post Best cheap hotels in Soi Lengkee (Pattaya): from $12/night! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Flight Koh Samui – Krabi: advantages and disadvantages
  

• From Koh Samui to Krabi and back by intercity bus

• Transfer from Koh Samui  to Krabi (or Krabi – Koh Samui) – the best option!
  

• Taxi transfer Krabi – Koh Samui and back – good variant!
  

Flight Koh Samui – Krabi: advantages and disadvantages

At first glance, a ticket on the flight Koh Samui – Krabi or Krabi – Koh Samui is the simplest and most logical option, as in Krabi and Koh Samui, you can find a small, but quite modern own airport with good transport accessibility. Also this option is the most simple due to the fact that in contrast to the Krabi Province, most of resorts of which is still located on the mainland (including the city Krabi town and some of the popular resorts of Krabi province), Koh Samui is still an island, so logical to assume that only allows you to make the necessary flight distance using only one kind of transportation – airplane.

However in real practice, air travel between Koh Samui and Krabi do not enjoy high popularity tourists, no locals. If you will use placed below the search form flight at the best price, you can see for themselves that the cost of airfare Koh Samui – Krabi unreasonably high for such a small distance and is, at best, about $ 100 one way. It should be borne in mind that only one flight is accomplished in a day, and not throughout the year, but only during the high tourist season.

[ad#avia]

Therefore, it is possible to encounter a situation where you will be offered a flight with a long transfer in Bangkok (sometimes more than 12 hours), which makes a way to get from Krabi to Koh Samui or back at all meaningless, even if you have budget more big  than average traveler’s budget (option with a change in Bangkok is worth  more than the direct flight is about three times and even more).

In the article “Koh Samui Airport: a detailed review” I wrote that the main reason for the high cost of tickets  – is Bangkok Airways airline a monopoly on flights to Samui airport, which is a privately owned airline. Perhaps the ongoing construction of a new state airport on Samui, sooner or later the situation will improve in this matter, and fly from Krabi to Koh Samui and Koh Samui to Krabi Airport, one day we will not only quickly (less than an hour), but also inexpensive.

Aircraft Bangkok Air – a quick but expensive way to get from Koh Samui to Krabi

From Koh Samui to Krabi and back by intercity bus

Since Koh Samui – is an island in the Gulf of Thailand, the way to get to Krabi necessarily involves the use of big (passenger and cargo) ferry to Koh Samui one of the local ferry companies. This variant of overcoming the distance between Krabi and Koh Samui today is not the most affordable (ticket price 500 baht) and, moreover, can not boast of a record speed. Bus travel between these resorts a little – once or twice a day depending on the time of year.

The advantages for some can be attributed only to the fact that most of the way it will be possible to overcome the big tour bus, where you can recline your seat and take a nap a few hours, and your oversized baggage will be placed not on the lap or in the legs, as it is sometimes necessary to do for travel on thai minibus, but in bulk luggage compartment. A major shortcoming of buses is not too good of their schedule. For example, riding a bus from Krabi Bus Station at 11.30 am on the island of Koh Samui you’ll get only after six hours.

Intercity bus from Koh Samui to Krabi and back

This means that, firstly, almost the entire day of rest will be spent on the road (although if you try it in the morning for a quick swim, you can succeed in Ao Nang), and secondly, to the island of Koh Samui your bus arrives almost to the beginning of twilight. But at this time, all route songthaew on Koh Samui – is no longer a relatively cheap way to travel between the island’s beaches and its administrative center.  After sunset this already not cheap transport, but transport with a contractual price (same expensive taxi). You can find more information in the article “Public transport in Samui: routes and prices”.

Search for a hotel on the island in the dark is also not a pleasant occupation, of course, if you do not take care about it in advance and did not find himself a cool hotel at minimal cost by using below the search form and hotel price comparisons in the same room in different systems booking. The second bus from Krabi to Koh Samui generally uses a night ferry to the island, therefore in the way  to Koh Samui you need to be more than 12 hours. With the latter option, you can save on one night in a hotel, but personally I’d rather sleep on the beach of Koh Samui, than in a chair of night ferry.

[ad#hotels]

There is also the option of using no direct buses, but bus routes with a transfer, for example, in Surat Thani. In this case, the total price of the route Koh Samui – Krabi will be calculated as the cost of the ferry between Koh Samui and the mainland (150 baht), the cost of transfer from mainland pier to the bus station Surat Thani (70 km, or from 150 to 200 baht), as well as a bus or Mini Bus from Suratthani to Krabi (150-170 baht respectively). Total obtain at least 450 baht, but it is better to calculate the amount of not less than 500 baht. Make this way (or reverse route Krabi – Koh Samui) in general, not too hard, but in a situation where there is a more convenient, described below is an option, I would not :).

Transfer from Koh Samui  to Krabi (or Krabi – Koh Samui) – the best option!

To date, one of the most convenient options that allow fast and high quality service, is accessible from Koh Samui to Krabi in the opposite direction – the use of an organized transfer, which is a trip on a comfortable Mini Bus by land and overcome the offshore section of the way by speedboat or ferry.

When you are on Koh Samui, it is easier and cheaper to contact the office of one of the ferry companies. This is due to the fact that this companies do not only carry out passenger transportation between the mainland, the island of Koh Samui and the other islands in the region, but also organize full transfers from Koh Samui to other resorts, including Phuket, Krabi, on the of Phi Phi  islands and Ko Lanta . The cost of a transfer from ferry companies is often the lowest, but it is not their most important advantage over other companies, which also offers a shuttle service between Koh Samui and Krabi.

Modern transfer bus of Lomprayah company

Option to transfer the ferry companies, such as Lomprayah, allows you to quickly get to your destination with a minimum of transport changes. Often it is not just the way to Koh Samui pier to the bus station, but the full path from the door of the hotel in Koh Samui to the door of the hotel in Krabi or Ao Nang. Those. ultimately this is a very convenient and efficient for the money option. The cost of such a full transfer in 2015 is 400-450 thai baht for use on the offshore section of the way conventional ferry and between 550 baht to 600 when using high-speed boats.

In the case of transfer in the reverse direction, i.e. when you need to get from Krabi to Koh Samui, often have to resort to intermediaries and to pay, though quite a bit ($ 2-3). To avoid such overpayment is also possible, but for this you should at least not be afraid to speak English (thai english) on the phone with the ferry companies on Samui, which will need to explain what day you want to make a way, at what time and from which the hotel you will need to pick up.

If you do not want to talk on the phone, you can simply go to any tourist information office in Ao Nang or to the seller excursions on the street. Overpayments will be, as I have already said a little, but it is desirable to specify initially all the conditions and choose the options that transfer will provide again the company Lomprayah or transport company in the region with a good reputation under the name Joint Ticket (transfer of 450 Baht per Mini Bus + ferry or 600 THB + Mini Bus speed boat).

Comfortable speedy catamaran of Lomprayah company

When choosing a trip to Koh Samui or Krabi, always remember that to be ready for the trip you will need about an hour before mentioned in the brochure departure time. This is due to the fact that the local Mini Bus takes some time for a detour hotels and collect all the passengers. As a rule, this will remind you of the time of purchase the transfer. For example, paying shuttle Ao Nang – Koh Samui with departure at 11 am, for you zaedut by 10:30 to take a small private bus station in the area of Krabi Town.

Sometimes on the streets of resorts (as in Koh Samui and Krabi) you can find more attractive offers in terms of cost of transfers between these resorts. You not must think that it is fraudsters. But there are some unpleasant nuances that may be encountered: a long crossing, repeated change of transport in transit and the possibility of landing in the wrong place on arrival, where have to go on an expensive taxi to the hotel. If you are not too scary, you can save money and take the risk, but it is advisable to look for a pre least some information about the carrier in internet.

I personally have had the experience. when I wanted to get from Koh Samui to Krabi and used the services of local companies the transfer. As a result, I was taken to the bus station Krabi only late in the evening. After 8 hours on the road. In a way it was a lot of transplants, about an hour I spent at the bus station in Surat Thani and about 5 kilometers, I was forced to go to an open pick-up truck on the floor, along with backpacks and other travelers. The bus was old and broke down several times on the road. On the other hand, it was fun and unusual!

Taxi transfer Krabi – Koh Samui and back

Another option, which allows you to quickly get from Krabi to Koh Samui or to make the return journey – the use of a taxi transfer from the Kiwitaxi. Of course, this option is not the cheapest, but in some situations it is ideal for travelers. The fare on the modern car taxi between the resorts can be found at the link above. It is important to understand that unlike the flight ticket, several people (four or more) can be accommodated in the vehicle. This means that the price for each transfer of the passengers will be very attractive.

And if you add the travel speed, comfort, the ability to choose the car class, install child seats, card payment, etc., the option at all remarkable. If you want to get from Krabi to Koh Samui, I advise you to book a taxi transfer from Krabi only to the Donsak pier. Because makes no sense to overpay for the car will go to the island with you, and then will come back (at your expense).I wish you a quick and comfortable travel from Koh Samui to Krabi, and no less pleasant transfers, allowing quick and inexpensive to get from Krabi to Koh Samui!

[ad#end]

The post How to get from Koh Samui to Krabi and back (best ways) first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

Railay West Beach (Krabi)

[ad#res]

How to get to Railay West Beach (Krabi)

Overland route from the mainland to the peninsula of Railay (to all of the beaches) is not. So to get to the beach Railay West you have to use the main vehicle for such purposes in Krabi – longtail boat. The easiest way to do this / when you are in the resort of Ao Nang. Because almost all of boats that sail from the beaches of the resort village Ao Nang to arrive directly to Railay West. Also to this beach arriving boats, which departing from the neighboring mainland resorts: Klong Muang and Tab Kaek. By purchasing tickets in Ao Nang, you have the opportunity to purchase them at once both ways. Below on the photo presented two tickets for 100 THB, which operate on the specified day to 18:00 pm (after this time the price rises to 150 thai baht).

Tickets for the boat from Ao Nang to Railay West and back

Boat goes to the Railay West beach only after the formation of the group of the required number of passengers (at least eight) on the beach. Then the boatman goes along with the passengers to the longtail boat on the coast and there is produced landing on board. Please note that in the center of Ao Nang beach no pier, so you need a little soak your feet after a few meters to the boats on the water. After boarding begins not very long, but very interesting trip, which takes about 12-15 minutes. Along the way, you can see a scenic cliffs, sometimes covered with tropical greenery and two lagoons, which are located in the beach Pai Plong (beach of hotel Centara) in Ao Nang, and a beautiful lagoon, which already located directly on the Railay peninsula (Tonsai beach).

On the way to the peninsula Railay (Krabi). A view of the cliffs from a boat

After about 15 minutes, long-tailed boat stops on the fine sand beach of Railay West, and again after little soak your feet, you will find yourself on the spot, and you can enjoy your holiday, after search the optimal place for this on the beach (more on that below). Slightly more complicated way to the beach Railey West, if you need to get to it from Krabi. In this case, the ticket price in one direction is 150 baht in the daytime, and the boat is approaching the opposite side of the peninsula Railay –  Railay East beach. Afraid it is not necessary, because the walking tour between the beaches takes about five minutes. Beaches are almost parallel to each other, so you need just cross the “land.” By the way, for better orientation on the resort will not be superfluous to look your way on the best maps of Railay (Krabi), a selection of which is available on a separate page.

Pointers to the best way between Railay East beach and Railay West beach

It is desirable to follow the signs for the trail between the beaches, then the road will be not only the fastest, but also enjoyable. Because you will go along the beautiful areas of luxury hotels Peninsula. Signs can be found in several places when you walking along the eastern beach of the promenade. You can also ask any employee’s  of tour desk or a coffee shop, and they will point you the right way. You must remember that straight road to the Pranang beach from neighboring West Railay is not exist (only detour through East Railay). Also road (or rather rocky trail) from Railay beach to Tonsai Beach is described in detail in the article “Big review of Tonsai Beach (Railay, Krabi),” so then duplicate the information here is not I will.

Review of Railay West beach (Krabi) 

West Railay Beach (Railey West) is surrounded by limestone cliffs, which are a result of centuries of erosion and the impact of sea waves have a very bizarre form. Peninsula Railay is located in the tropics, so all the more or less horizontal ledges on the cliffs and peaks covered with bright tropical greenery. Particularly picturesque two two hundred meter cliff, located in the northern and southern ends of the beach and serving a natural border between the Railey West and adjacent beaches.

The majestic cliff between the Railay West beach and Phra Nang beach

West Railay Beach has the largest length on the peninsula, and it is wide beach with soft white sands are a favorite subject of recreation for many tourists Krabi. On the Internet you can find information that the Railay West beach is the most crowded beach on the resort. In reality, the situation is somewhat different: in the daytime vacationers here is much smaller than the nearby Pranang beach. But the width of the Railay West is much wider than the width of the strip of sand on most of Phra Nang beach, so the concentration of tourists here there is even smaller.

The southern part of the Railay West beach in the middle of the day

But in the evening, a few hours before sunset, Railay West beach becomes a favorite place for outdoor enthusiasts. The wide and gently sloping sandy strip of beach, especially at low tide, perfect for a game of beach volleyball and football. It is also very common local game called “Takro”. Its essence is to toss without hands special wicker ball. The fact that Railey West beach faces west, allows us to observe from its territory magnificent sunsets over the sea.

Railay West beach during the big low tide. The beach has become much wider!

Since most of the guests to relax on a rest day at this point already leaving the peninsula and there is more peace and quiet than during the day. Of course, to see the tropical sunset on a Railay West beach will need to donate a small amount of money, because after dark, or rather even a little earlier – from 18-00 pm, ticket price on the boat from peninsula to Krabi and Ao Nang increases 1.5 times. As an alternative – you can stay at a hotel in Railay (not necessarily on Railay West), because then you will have the opportunity to see also sunrise on the peninsula, which can be seen on the eastern beach (Railay East).

Place for longtail boats in the central part of the Railay West beach

West Railay Beach is beautiful in its every part. Steep cliffs in the south, which in the morning casts a shadow on the beach and some water area; tropical greens and coconut trees, as well as some beautiful long-tailed boats, decorated with flowers and colorful ribbons in the central part of the beach; jumble of black boulders from a high cliff in the northern part of Railay West, where begins the rocky path to the nearby beach of Ton Sai (Tonsai)

Railay West beach – view to the north side of the beach in the morning time

Swim at the Railay West beach is convenient for both adults and children, because entry into the water on the soft sand flat, and the depth starts at some distance from the shore. Probably the best place for families with young children – the southern tip of the beach, where the sea is the most shallow, especially at low tide. Personally, I prefer the northern end of the beach, where the entrance to the water a little sharper, making a comfortable depth for swimming closer to shore there. In the central part of the beach is convenient to sunbathe, but to swim because of the many boats (and the sound of their engines) some uncomfortable. Sunbeds and umbrellas on Railey West is not provided (only a small amount on the territory of the coastal hotels).

View to the hotel’s territory from the road between Railay East and Railay West

In my opinion it is even better, because the rows of plastic deck chairs would violate the natural charm of the place. Therefore, if you planning to spend much time in the sun on the beach railay West (or on other beaches of the peninsula) – you can pre-buy in Ao Nang (or directly on Railay beach, but slightly more expensive) special beach mats. They are sold everywhere and are inexpensive. As elsewhere, you can sunbathe on the your towel. A lot of people on the resort, who prefer to lie down right on the soft sand, close to the water’s edge when slowly roll to the shore the waves caress the body. Just do not forget how to sunbathe properly in Thailand and be sure to use sunscreen.

A view of the entire Railay West beach with the northern tip

Hotels, located on the beach Railey West, relate to secondary and higher price categories, but it is really a very nice hotel that worth the money and left many pleasant memories, especially if you are traveling with someone you love and want to please him (and yourself) rest not only in a prime location, but really in a comfortable environment. If you travel on a tight budget, this is not a reason to be upset, because there on the peninsula you can easy find much more cheap options (which are located primarily on the east coast of Railay).

Walking Street on the Railay West beach

In the article “What to do on the Railay peninsula (Krabi)” already describes the main activities, which are available in varying degrees on the beaches of the peninsula and in its central part. If we talk about Railay West, for active life in the center there is a small Walking Street, which starts right in the middle of Railey West. Here are concentrated a large number of travel agencies that organize trips to the islands and to the mainland Krabi attractions, diving, bike tours, horse and elephant.

A view of the entire Railay West beach with the southern tip

On the Railay West beach you can find a considerable number of bars, restaurants, souvenir shops, and shops for tourists, where you can buy the most necessary things on vacation. Also of of this is enough and on a nearby beach Railay East, so you can learn the prices and choose the best option for themselves. The active nightlife of the peninsula is more developed in the Railay East beach, so after sunset many people massively going there. But order a glass of cold Thai beer and sitting on the sand beach, watching as the disk of the sun turns red and quickly slips over the horizon, is certainly better on the Railey West beach. Below you can see a short video from the Railay West beach (at different times).

[ad#end]

The post Railay West Beach (Krabi) – big review of amazing beach! first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• Location of the Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai in Bangkok
  

• Getting to the Eastern Bus Station from Bangkok airports
  

• Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai -review and facilities
  

• Ekkamai Bus Terminal – bus routes
  

• Bus schedule from Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) in Bangkok
  

Location of the Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai in Bangkok

Unlike other big bus terminals Thai capital, Bus Terminal Ekkamai is located in very  convenient place – in the south-eastern part of Bangkok near the country’s largest highway Sukhumvit, which concurrently serves as a significant urban streets in the settlements through that passes. Comfort lies in the fact that just 100 meters from the Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai you can find one of station of BTS SkyTrain with same name –  Ekkamai. The bus terminal is located on the left side of the road if you are driving into the center of the metropolis.

Since Bangkok’s subway is the fastest way to move around the city, which does not depend on the road conditions, you can be 99% sure that access to the Eastern Bus Terminal will be on time, without any loss of time and nerves. Neither the North Bus Terminal of Bangkok (Mo Chit), nor, especially, the Southern Bus Terminal Sai Tai in Bangkok can not compete with Ekkamai in this matter. Because you can not to use subway or BTS Skytrain for directly way to them (only with public transportation of Bangkok, taxi or walking (from the subway to the North Bus terminal through the Chatuckak park in Bangkok). I want to note that in different sources in internet and on various maps of Bangkok, this Bus Terminal you can see two name: Ekkamai and Ekamai (or just Eastern Bus Terminal). In any case it is the same Bus Terminal.

Ekkamai Bus Station on the Google map

If, for some reason, you do not want to use BTS SkyTrain and you are not afraid to lose time in one of Bangkok’s traffic jams, it is possible to get to the Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai on buses from various parts of the Thai capital. For example, using buses №25 and №507 can be reached from the main railway station of Bangkok – Hua Lamphong. Between the Eastern Bus Terminal, Ekkamai bus station and the Mo Chit bus Terminal (Nothern Bus Terminal) there is a bus №159. And from Banglamphu district, where the most famous streets of Bangkok – Khao San road – can be reached by bus № 507, №511 and №2 (bus stop on Ratchadamnoen Avenue).

Getting to the Eastern Bus Station from Bangkok airports 

When traveling to Thailand often there is a need to getting from Bangkok Airport (Suvarnabhumi or Don Muang international airports) to Ekkamai bus terminal. For example, to make the trip from Bangkok to Koh Chang from this bus station. So below I will briefly tell you about a few ways to get to the bus station with an indication of the approximate duration and cost of the trip.

How to get to the Ekkamai Bus Station from Suvarnabhumi Airport

If you arrived to the main Bangkok airport – Suvarnabhumi, the cheapest and fastest option to get to the Ekkamai Bus Terminal – the use of skytrain lines. Firstly, you need to get from the airport to the city. Make it easier just using the Airport Rail Link. Such a trip to the city (to Phaya Thai station) will cost 45 THB (less than US $ 1.3). You can find more information about this train in a separate article – “How to get from the airport to Bangkok – all ways.”

Next to the station Phaya Thai (who is also the one of Skytrain Station), you need to make a simple transfer (direct) to the station BTS Ekkamai. The trip will last 16-17 minutes, and the fare when purchasing a single ticket – 42 baht. You can, of course, to get from the airport by express train to Makkasan station, then to the underground subway MRT Bangkok, followed by a transfer to the Asok station and then to the Ekkamai BTS. But I do not see the point, as the option is more complicated and more expensive, and time-saving is not.

If you prefer to travel by taxi (especially in Bangkok, where taxi service very cheap), you can get from the airport Suvarnabhumi to Ekkamai Bus Station in around 350 THB per car. Ie If you have three passangers, it will cost about 120 baht per person. If we talk about time, then, at best, a trip takes at least half an hour, and if you get into one of the city’s traffic congestion (which happens regularly, especially at rush hour), the way from the airport takes you  from about 50 minutes till 1.5 hours (at worst).

How to get to the Ekkamai Bus Station from Don Mueang Airport

As in the previous case, you can either use a taxi in Bangkok, or use public transportation. The cost of a taxi service from Don Muang Airport to Ekkamai Bus Station is about 200-220 Baht and travel time – about 45 minutes. Named the amount should include an extra fee for the car to enter the territory of the airport taxi. A more affordable option, especially when you are traveling alone or together – public transport.

You need a special bus from the Don Muang airport to station of BTS SkyTrain with name Mo Chit. The fare in a bus – 30 THB. Later the road continues by Skytrain (Sukhumvit Line). Trip direct to BTS Ekkamai station takes 26-28 minutes and its cost – THB 42 when buying a single ticket. All the way in this case takes about 50 minutes (which is comparable with the time travel by taxi), and the cost – 72 THB.

Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai – review and facilities

As I wrote, as compared with big buildings of other bus stations in Bangkok, Ekkamai is relatively small for objects of this type strict building with thin square columns along the facade. Above the main entrance to the building of the Eastern Bus Terminal in Bangkok you can see many Thai flags. As well as a portrait of the reigning King of Thailand – Rama IX and the royal yellow flags. (After the recent death of the King, his portrait can be replaced by a portrait of the new king of the country.) Above the facade on the roof you can see the large letters that make up the inscription «Bangkok Bus terminal (Eastern)».

Frontage of Ekkamai bus station in Bangkok

Inside this half-open bus station can be found the typical objects for this type of building  – ticket offices, on each of which is written the bus routes (destination, to which in this ticket office you can buy tickets on the bus. Of course, all of inscriptions in Thai language are duplicated in English for the convenience of tourists. There are a number of seats for passengers waiting for their route inside the building and next to the bus platforms, which are also numbered and have inscriptions indicating bus routes departing from the platform. Samih platforms, by the way, a few dozen.

As the bus station is small enough, on its territory you will not find big food court or the many shops, famous restaurants or fast food. However, to die of hunger will not allow a few small shops, where you can buy cookies, peanuts, potato chips, candy bars, soft drinks, popular thai beer and other some simple foods that can be eaten both on-site and also during your bus trip to the desired cities. From popular supplementary services for bus passengers, we can note in the back of the station a toilet  (on the right side). Toilet is clean and its use costs only 3 THB. Entrance to the toilet is made after the payment, through the turnstiles. From left in the back of the bus terminal, you can find luggage storage. The service is available from 06-00 am to 18-00 pm. Keeping of one luggage unit costs 30 baht.

Buses at the platforms of Ekkamai Bus Station

If you love (or at least not afraid) to use traditional Thai food you can buy at a good price rice with chicken at the point of the sale of such food at the bus station or several kinds of kebabs and fruit in mobile kitchens that are easy to find on the way from the station Ekkamai subway to the bus station. If you want to eat more familiar, but the harmful fast food or buy food in the usual way, you can visit located within walking distance on the Sukhumvit, the country’s largest supermarket chains Big C and Tesco Lotus.

Ekkamai Bus Terminal – routes

In general, the Eastern Bus Terminal in Bangkok caters to only one direction: bus routes from the capital to the eastern regions of the country. And not all of eastern Thailand, and only a province located between Cambodia and the Gulf of Siam. Those. So in a such large distinctive region of the country as Isan, buses from Ekkamai bus station do not go. At first of all Eastern bus terminal can be used by tourists and locals who want to get from Bangkok to Pattaya, to Koh Chang and Koh Samet, to Trat, Chonburi, Rayong, Chanthaburi, etc.

Ekkamai bus terminal – ticket offices

Of course, tourists are primarily interested in Buses to Pattaya and the islands in the Gulf of Thailand – Koh Chang and Koh Samet. You can use buses to Pattaya every day from early morning until late at night at intervals from half an hour to 40 minutes (depending on time of day and place of arrival in Pattaya). A similar situation with the island of Samet (just do not look in posted on the page below schedule Bangkok bus – Samet, because the bus takes you to a only to ferry pier in the municipality Banphe to which route are performed once every hour from 03.30 am to 20.30 pm.

Remember that ferries are not used at night, so it’s best not to go at the last bus. For more information about how to get to the island of Samet from Bangkok and Pattaya can be found in a separate article. Wanting to get the bus to the Koh Chang Island should be checked at the ticket office if the bus go to the island directly (ie whether the price of the ticket ferry included), or a bus will take you only to the ferry pier, or even to the bus station in Trat. In the article “How to get from Bangkok to Koh Chang: all the ways” is written about this in more detail.

Inside of Ekkamai Bus Terminal in Bangkok

 

Bus schedule from Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) in Bangkok

 

(Click on a schedule for comfortable viewing)

Ekkamai Bus Terminal – bus schedule with fares

* In the above schedule may be change of departure time and the fares, which may vary slightly depending on the class of buses. I recommend using air-conditioned buses of the 1st class ticket which costs a little more expensive, but the more comfortable. However, the length of the longest route from Bangkok’s Eastern Bus Terminal, Ekkamai is usually not more than six hours, so if you want to save, you can use the night bus of second class or a bus departing early in the morning, when on the street and in the bus is not very hot.

I also want to remind you that there is an excellent service of search and ticketing on buses, ferries, trains and planes in Thailand and other Asian countries. You can see the schedule and fares online on your dates on the website farang.12go.asia. Very important that you can to reserve tickets and pay for them online. Also you you can see on the map where the point of landing to bus and point of destination on the map. Enjoy your trips in Thailand from Ekkamai bus station in Bangkok!

[ad#12go]

[ad#end]

The post Ekkamai Bus Station (Eastern Bus Terminal in Bangkok) first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.

]]>

CONTENTS OF ARTICLE ( you can click on the link for quick transition)

• 1. Nathon pier (Koh Samui)

• 2. Bangrak pier (Big Buddha pier)

• 3. Lipa Noi pier (Raja Pier)

• 4. Maenam pier (nothern part of Koh Samui)

Koh Samui piers map

Map of Koh Samui ferry piers

However, the high workload Nathon Pier is not mean that there are observed some queues and you need lose your time. On the contrary, all procedures take place very quickly on the approved standard schemes, and without loss of time. Ferries arrive according to the schedule and quickly unloaded. Then ferries again filled with cars, buses, motorbikes and ordinary passengers and and swim away in the right direction in order to quickly make room for mooring of next ferry.

If you read the article “Transport on Samui  – routes and prices”, you already aware of the fact that Nathon is the starting point of the majority of routes songthaew (passenger pick-ups, or as they are often called by tourists, tuk-tuk), and that this area has the most transport connections to Ko Samui, which allows access to almost all the beaches of the island. From waterfront Nathon you can see great views to the small islands of the Gulf of Thailand.

Nathon ferry pier (Koh Samui)

If we talk about specific ferry companies of Koh Samui, Nathon pier is used mainly by  Seatran Ferry company (more details about this company, including the schedule of ferries, can be obtained in the article “Koh Samui ferry: schedule and prices”). As a result, when locals talk about Nathon pier, sometimes they be called Seatran pier (by the way, on some maps of the island you can see this name too). Keep in mind that this is all the same the main pier of the island of Koh Samui (Nathon ferry pier).

2. Bangrak pier (or Big Buddha Pier) 

This ferry terminal is located in the northern part of the island (near the north-east) on the same name beach. By the way, on some maps and road signs you can find this beach called Big Buddha, because of its location near the temple with a statue of the Golden Buddha, which has a height of 12 meters. Accordingly, and located on the beach of Koh Samui ferry pier is often called the Big Buddha pier and mark it on the maps as the Big Buddha Pier.

Bangrak ferry pier (Big Buddha pier)

Because this Koh Samui pier (Bangrak) located in the northern part of the island,  it not very convenient for the ferry to the mainland, so it is more often used to transport passengers to the popular tourist destination – Koh Phangan and Koh Tao islands, the first of which is known as a venue for monthly beach party – Full Moon Party in Thailand, and the second is famous not only beautiful beaches, but also excellent conditions for snorkeling and diving (including training).

3. Lipa Noi pier (Raja Pier)

This ferry pier located on Koh Samui and practically in the middle of eastern coast –  in the southern part of Lipa Noi Beach, which is pretty good beach, but is not particularly popular with tourists. Since this ferry terminal is used mainly only ferry companies Raja Ferry, that on some maps of Koh Samui and it is indicated: Raja Ferry Pier, or just Raja Pier. For more information about this beach (as well as all others on the island) can be found in a separate article entitled “Koh Samui beaches: detailed description”.

Lipa Noi ferry pier (Raja Pier)

Immediately, I note only that the Samui pier is not very convenient to use for the reason that it is located at some distance from the main ring road of the island – Main Road, where runs routes of inexpensive songthaew (local transport). As a result, often tourists are faced with the fact that they need to get to the popular beaches of the island, using a taxi on Samui (in the form of a motorbike, classic car taxi or simply  local drivers, which want earn some money. Needless to say, such transport will be much more expensive than the standard fare of songthaew (maximum of 60 baht in day time).

4. Maenam pier (nothern part of Koh Samui)

Maenam pier (nothern part of Koh Samui)

Located on the same name beach, which is located in the central part of the northern seaside of Koh Samui. This ferry pier small, but equipped with everything you need to take daily, and ferries to the mainland (to the pier Chumpon), as well as on the island of Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao (to which the pier is located closest to the Koh Samui, however the majority of ferry boats go on Koh Tao only after stop on Koh Phangan). In addition to the small ferry, pier is actively used by Lomprayah company for passenger flights between these islands on high-speed catamarans.

Due to the much smaller workload, this Koh Samui Pier is more scenic, aided and measured environment on the same beach. Also on the beach next to the pier, you can find a very calm environment and clean water for swiming. You must know, that  on the island of Koh Samui have other piers, but they are more used by local residents, fishermen and mooring private speedboats. Hopefully, the information in the article about Koh Samui ferry piers, was useful to you and now you will be much easier to plan the program of his visit to the island.

The post Koh Samui piers – location and review first appeared on Thai-Rest.com - Your Best Holidays to Thailand!.