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.
Bangkok Weather in December and January December and January are among the most comfortable months for exploring Bangkok. Rain is generally less persistent than in the wet season, mornings can feel cooler, and clear periods make it easier to combine markets, temples, shopping areas, and outdoor walks. Conditions still vary, so check a current forecast…
Getting Around Silom and Sathon Easily Silom and Sathon are among the easiest Bangkok areas to explore without a car. The neighbourhood connects to both the BTS Skytrain and MRT, with Sala Daeng and Chong Nonsi serving the Silom side and Lumphini and Si Lom stations helping you reach the wider district. A short walk,…
Getting to and from Phuket Airport Phuket’s airport is on the island’s northwestern side, while Patong sits across the hills to the southwest. That distance makes your first transfer a small but important part of the trip. Road traffic can be heavy, especially during busy travel periods, so allow at least two hours when traveling…
What Songkran Celebrates in Bangkok Songkran is Thailand’s traditional New Year celebration, associated with renewal, family visits, temple activities, and the playful water rituals that fill streets across the country. In Bangkok, the public water festival can feel both cultural and intensely energetic, with local residents and visitors joining the same celebrations. The main festivities…
Pratunam is one of Bangkok’s most practical areas for affordable clothing, accessories, and everyday travel shopping. Start at the open market around Soi 21, then cross toward Platinum Fashion Mall when you want more structured indoor browsing. The two areas work well together: the market is useful for quick bargains, while the mall offers a…
Plan Your Bangkok Airport Departure Suvarnabhumi can be busy, especially at peak departure times. Work backwards from the flight time, check your airline’s recommended arrival window, and allow a generous buffer for traffic, bag drop, immigration, security and the walk to the gate. Online check-in can save a step, but it does not guarantee a…
Arriving in Krabi and Renting a Car We were travelling to Krabi from Don Mueang Airport on a Thai Lion Air flight at 8:55. It took around 20 minutes to pass security, and we still had an hour before boarding. The airport was busy because we were officially in the high season, so you have…
Before booking, check the rules for your passport and the purpose and length of your trip. Thailand’s official e-Visa portal explains the available categories and notes that applications can require supporting documents, interviews, or additional review. Start with the official Thai e-Visa website or the Royal Thai Embassy responsible for your location. Do not use…
The source describes a period when Bangkok made public transportation free as one response to pollution. The journey shown uses the SRT Red Line, including a trip toward Sukhumvit, and says the measure also covered airport travel. Treat this as a dated observation, not a standing promise: transport policies, routes, and eligibility can change. The…