Central & Eastern Thailand Travel Forum

Buying Digital Camera in Bangkok
Posted: Sat November 7, 2009 12:41 PM UTC

hi gus!
I just wana ask. Is buying a digital camera is cheaper in Bangkok compared to any other ASEAN countries?

Can you recommend any stores where they sell cheap but good quality original digital cameras such as Cannon?

thanks a lot!

Benjamin

haydnesque

2 replies

damnoen saduak floating market - samphran elephant ground and zoo - rose garden
Posted: Wed November 4, 2009 10:49 PM UTC

hi,

please advise how to get to these places from somewhere near khao san road by public transportation. on the other hand, is it safe to book a tour from an agency in khao san road? any idea on how much would it costs? thank you.

1 reply

how to get to samutprakarn crocodile farm and zoo
Posted: Wed November 4, 2009 07:55 PM UTC

hi,

we'll be in bangkok this weekend and we're planning to go to samutprakarn crocodile farm and zoo on monday but still thinking on what's the easiest way to get there. has anyone here been there by public transportation? i would like to take a taxi but i don't have an idea how much would it costs. by the way, we'll be staying in a place 10-15 mins walk from khao san road. anyone, please help...

thank you.

2 replies

Dinner Cruises and Siam Niramit
Posted: Wed November 4, 2009 07:33 PM UTC

Hi Everyone. We are going to Bangkok next week 11/14/09 and would lke to make some reservations for a dinner cruise and the Siam Niramit show. Found some great prices on hotels2thailand.com but I can't find anyone who has used that site. Since they require a credit card I'm a bit concerned. Does anyone kow anything about that site? If not ,any suggestions on those two ventures?

Thanks for any help you may give, Princesscat

PRINCESSCAT3

2 replies

Recommended Hotels around SIAM area
Posted: Wed November 4, 2009 04:59 AM UTC

Hiya,

I will be going to Bangkok in early December 09. I am looking for a 3~4 star clean, convenient hotel around SIAM area. Hope to do some shopping nearby as well as visit some interesting places around Bangkok.

What are the recommended hotels around SIAM area?

Many thanks!

Frenchpromo

3 replies

Ko Chang

Suggels
Posted: Mon November 2, 2009 04:41 PM UTC

LONELY BEACH Anyone got any info on reasonably priced places to stay and whats the place like? Resort Facilties

snuggels123

No Replies yet.

Airport Express Bus
Posted: Mon November 2, 2009 03:45 PM UTC

Hello
How is the frequency and comfort of the Airport express bus service from swarnaboomi airport to bangkok city hotels?Please advise
Thanks

narain50

1 reply

Recommended locations/places for New year eve (2009)
Posted: Sun November 1, 2009 10:03 PM UTC

Hi,

I am going to Bangkok between 28th Dec 2009 and 2nd Jan 2010.

I am wondering whereabout are the best places to celebrate new year eve 2009 with local people?

Some people said it is by the river. some said it's Siam square etc.

I couldn't verify those but I ask people here if they know the best places to count down and celebrate the new year celebration in open air (no, not interested in those clubs).

Many thanks!

Cheers,
D

Diablo013

2 replies

Skytrain from Airport
Posted: Sun November 1, 2009 05:26 PM UTC

Will be in Bangkok Nov.26th-by any chance will the skytrain be operating from the airport to town? Thanks, Darla

darlaf

6 replies

serviced apartment with 2 bedrooms
Posted: Sun November 1, 2009 02:05 AM UTC

Hi! We're travelling to Bangkok with our 3 kids by the end of January 2010. Can anyone recommend a reasonable 2-br apartment in a convenient location? Is anyone familiar with Abloom Serviced Apartments? They have very reasonable rates (free night for a minimum of 4 night stay) but I'm kinda worried about the location.

ac_abes

2 replies

chatuchak market
Posted: Sat October 31, 2009 10:48 PM UTC

hi,

are there any tourist spots near chatuchak market?

by the way, how much would a taxi fare costs from a place near khao san road to chatuchak market?

thank you.

6 replies

Recommendation for hotel room near Suvarni Airport
Posted: Sat October 31, 2009 06:55 PM UTC

Hello. I'm arriving at Suvarnibhumi and have only one day in Bangkok before flying out to a neighboring country so would like a room at a nice hotel or guesthouse closer to the airport but which is still close to maybe a cinema/movie theatre. This time I don't need to be in central Bangkok and would prefer to avoid the 'traffic'. My preference is below 1,200B, if possible but am willing to pay more if the amenities are well worth it.
Thanks for your help!

seagypsy

4 replies

BANGKOK HOTEL
Posted: Sat October 31, 2009 09:28 AM UTC

We want a cheap hotel with a pool and friendly service near the shopping in Bangkok. Am not sure what area to stay in that is central, convenient and has lots of shopping and nightlife/restaurants. Thanks for your help.

PHANTOMROSE101

4 replies

is there a laundry service near Soi 11 Sukhumvit?
Posted: Thu October 29, 2009 11:17 PM UTC

I will be staying in Soi 11 for the first time, and don't want to use the expensive hotel laundry. I was wondering if anyone knew whether there was a laundry services close by.

bkrkaus

4 replies

train tickets booking
Posted: Thu October 29, 2009 10:25 AM UTC

I realised alot of website provide train tickets booking online services. the time and price differs from different website

Whats the best way to book tickets? advance online booking or straight at bangkok train station?

i had no idea as my travel date is nearing.

thks all!!

vtecturbo

1 reply

train-bangkok to surin
Posted: Thu October 29, 2009 09:28 AM UTC

hi, sorry to post this question again.

I tried the earlier link that one of the forum-ner however it doesn show the exact time of the train schedule available from bangkok to surin.

anyone has a more accurate train schedule to share??

thks a million

vtecturbo

No Replies yet.

FLOWER BAGS
Posted: Tue October 27, 2009 01:42 AM UTC

HELLO, CAN ANYBODY GIVE ME THE NAME AND WAY TO CONTACT OF THE PERSON THAT MAKES THE HANDBAGS WITH KNITTED YARN IN FORM OF FLOWERS? THANK YOU!

PEDRO.123

1 reply

proper attire in visiting temples
Posted: Mon October 26, 2009 01:21 PM UTC

hi,

we would like to visit the grand palace and reclining buddha and some of the tourist spots around the area. please advise what should be the proper attire so we may not disrespect the buddha and as well as the thais. can we wear open toe footwear or should we wear close shoes? thanks in advance.

23 replies

Kanchanaburi

Car/jeep rental
Posted: Mon October 26, 2009 07:30 AM UTC

Hi All
Does anyone know of a reliable rental place in Kanchanabu
ri for a car or jeep.We have done all the organised tours and now want to "go it alone".
Grateful for any help.
Lonnie

lonnie41

No Replies yet.

Bangkok Tour.
Posted: Sun October 25, 2009 03:05 AM UTC

Hi Friends, this is Goutam Mitra from Kolkata. We are a group of 5 ( four adult and a kid) would be visiting Bangkok for 8 days from 3rd Jan to 10th Jan. Though we have many places in our mind to visit. We are reaching BKK at 12 NOON on 3rd. We would like to see Kanchanaburi, Ayutthaya, Floating Market, Chao Praya river cruise, almost all the wats, Bangkok Museums, Royal Palace, Royal Museum, Boat Museum, Safari park, Pattaya only for a day, Thai Dance drama, etc . In other words we would like to explore the city and surroundings as much as possible. We are not interested to see the sex related shows like Alcazar, Pat Pong shows etc. We have drawn many itinerary but joining the VT forum is obtain help from some expert Bangkok travelers, who can suggest me as what we can see day wise to explore the place. Could someone help me to draw a day wise itinerary to explore the place? I would like to spend the first day exploring the city and wats if possible.
We would also like to have a small VT meet with like minded people in Bangkok. Our VT Archeologist friend Pattayaraj would be joining us for a day!

Thanks to all of you for responding in advance!

goutammitra

2 replies

bangkok to surin
Posted: Sat October 24, 2009 06:23 PM UTC

Hi everyone,

I intend to travel to surin from bangkok. May i know what is the train schedules from bangkok train station to surin train station?

thks for helping

vtecturbo

1 reply

FLOATING MARKET IN BANGKOK
Posted: Fri October 23, 2009 05:26 PM UTC

we are interested to visit the damneon saduak floating market in bangkok during our trip in Feb 2010. Our hotel is located at chinatown and how to go from there on our own. thank you.

LEECARRINE

2 replies

dentist - crowns
Posted: Thu October 22, 2009 10:39 AM UTC

Hi,

Roughly how much are crowns to get done? How long would i need for them,. possible 3 to be done in front...

Anyone had expereinces?

Best place, Bangkok or Phuket?

auztrav

3 replies

How Far
Posted: Wed October 21, 2009 08:39 AM UTC

Dear Friends,,

I am travelling to bangkok in January its my first visit, can you plz tell me how far is prathunam market and Baiyoke Shopping area from SUkhumvit, which is the best place to shop for adult and children,

stud420

6 replies

hostel
Posted: Wed October 21, 2009 07:22 AM UTC

Has anyone ever stayed at LubD hostel in silom? Im a 23y/o solo traveler and was thinking about staying there seeing how its close to skytrain and seems pretty central. If there are any other places like this someone would like to recommend id appreciate it as well. Thank You, Mike

Pikappcoda

2 replies

Baiyoke Tower II qns
Posted: Mon October 19, 2009 03:12 PM UTC

I tried to find info on Baiyoke Tower II but not much info abt the interior.
I gather from the forum that says that there is a public observatory on the 77th floor, may i know whether we need a fee to go up there?
And what time is it close? what is the best time of the day to go up there)

Also, i saw some1 mentioned abt a bar called "Roof Top Bar & Music Lounge" on the 83rd floor, and a 360-degree revolving roof deck on the 84th floor.

Is the drinks at the lounge expensive?

Can we just go up the tower just to see the view or we must dine or drink there

Lastly where is it located? Is it near Novotel Siam hotel?

etla

9 replies

Ratchaburi

hotels near the train station
Posted: Mon October 19, 2009 01:49 AM UTC

hi
can any member suggest accommodation near the train stations at ratchaburi and nakhon pathom. mid range accommodation is required.
regards
musaphir

musaphir

4 replies

Would like to book some tours in bangkok but i'd like to know is it cheaper to do it there
Posted: Mon October 19, 2009 12:15 AM UTC

i have been to bali and i know it is cheaper to book the tours on the ground there does this also apply in bangkok
thanks

DZ3

4 replies

sukhumvit rd
Posted: Sat October 17, 2009 07:22 PM UTC

hello all,
can anyone reccommend a reasonable 3* or 4* hotel close to the sukhumvit rd area preferably with a swimming pool?

regards,
hob.

hob123

9 replies

best view?
Posted: Sat October 17, 2009 07:14 PM UTC

hello all,
please could you reccommend the best view over bangkok,we just want to admire the view with a beer,not expensive restaurants!

regards,
hob.

hob123

5 replies