Practical Thailand travel guides covering Bangkok, beaches, islands, transport, hotels, costs, weather, safety and trip planning. Use these guides to compare destinations and prepare for a Thailand trip.
nnHere in Pattaya, the downpours effectively wiped out evening trade in parts of the city, with several roads becoming temporarily impassable. At one stage, floodwater running from Sukhumvit towards the beach was deep enough for a few particularly adventurous souls to actually swim in it, which really isn’t recommended.nnUrban floodwater can contain sewage, bacteria, chemicals,…
At 8:00 a.m., you ideally wake up at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park. Why? Because of Marriott’s high-level comfort, its own rooftop bar, and its own gateway to a green paradise. Leave the hotel and use the hotel’s very own shortcut entrance, a special gate to Benjasiri Park. This green little paradise comes with a…
Most people plan their Thailand trip completely backwards. They visit too many places, end up going way over budget, and leave feeling like they need to come back to see the version of Thailand that they’d always dreamed of. I’ve planned over 100 trips to Thailand, so I’ve seen every mistake there is to make….
Wing Samui is a large condominium development on Koh Samui aimed at both owner-occupiers and investors. This guide combines observations from the original project visit with current project information, while separating old sales claims from details that can still be verified today. Prices, unit availability, payment terms and rental conditions can change, so treat them…
Elephant Bus Tours is a hop-on hop-off sightseeing service that links many of Bangkok’s major temples, shopping areas, river attractions and nightlife districts. A complete loop currently takes about 2.5 to 3 hours depending on traffic, so it can work well for visitors who want an overview of the city without arranging separate transport between…
Jodd Fairs is still one of Bangkok’s best-known modern night markets, but the location has changed. The former Jodd Fairs Rama 9 site closed in 2025. The current market is Jodd Fairs Ratchada at 129 Ratchadaphisek Road in Din Daeng, close to MRT Thailand Cultural Centre. How to Get to Jodd Fairs Ratchada The easiest…
Thailand Privilege is one of Thailand’s premium long-stay options, offering memberships from five to twenty years alongside airport assistance and lifestyle benefits. But with prices starting at 650,000 baht, it is important to understand exactly what the membership includes, what it does not include, and whether the benefits justify the cost. Thailand Privilege Card: What…
Bangkok’s Minimum Wage and Rising Cost of Living Thailand’s minimum wage is 400 baht per day, which is around $12 for a full day’s work. This amount increased from 337 baht midway through 2025. But with the ever-increasing cost of living in Bangkok, the pressure just to survive is forever increasing for the locals. I…
How to Choose a Condo Here in Thailand Rent is going to vary a lot depending on where you are. Obviously, Bangkok is more expensive than Pattaya, Hua Hin, or Phuket, Chiang Mai, wherever you want to live. For argument’s sake, we’re going to put together some prices for Bangkok. The two main websites that…