…Travellers shares observations, tips and advice for visitors to Pattaya in Thailand. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio This show covers among other topics: Observations Best known as inexpensive Thailand holiday resort especially popular on package holidays, day trip from Bangkok and cruise line passengers docking at Laem Chabang nearby. Also known for late nights of partying, drink and sex. Also renown for large…
…is effectively a circular route to drive. The island is the 3rd largest in Thailand, with Phuket and Koh Chang being larger. So with all this in mind what are my tips for travelers visiting Koh Samui (1) Best time to visit Thailand has three distinct seasons: hot, rainy, really hot. We were on the island in March and it was indeed hot. But what times of the year are best and what to be avoided? The Rainy Season when rain is heaviest is October thr…
…kok: click here GENERAL LINKS ABOUT THAILAND AND BANGKOK http://www.tourismthailand.org/ http://www.tourismthailand.org/destinationguide/list.aspx?provinceid=1 Overview of things to do: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g293916-Activities-Bangkok.html http://www.asiatraveltips.com/ThingstodoinBangkok.shtml http://www.asiatraveltips.com/ShoppinginBangkok.shtml http://www.into-asia.com/bangkok/attractions/ TIPS FOR TRAVELLERS: 1: The Grand Pala…
…verall the island left us less than excited about. The Tongsai Bay though as a resort is stunning. Tongsai Bay Hotel, Koh Samui, Thailand (Room 509), originally uploaded by garybembridge. Tongsai Bay Hotel Beach, Koh Samui, Thailand, originally uploaded by garybembridge. Tongsai Bay Hotel Pool, Koh Samui, Thailand, originally uploaded by garybembridge. TO VIEW MORE PHOTOS OF THE HOTEL: CLICK HERE TO VIEW A VIDEO OF THE ROOM (509): CLICK HERE…
…ns series is now available. This podcast covers the island of Koh Samui in Thailand. To download it, either subscribe to the podcast series in iTunes by clicking on this link, by using the links on the left hand side of the blog which lists all 39 podcasts or by “right clicking” this link and saving the MP3 file to your desktop and then listening to it. The show notes can be obtaining by clicking here, to see my photos of Koh Samui click here and…
…ead ashore. Also, with smoking, many countries have become more strict. In Thailand you cannot smoke on the beach. Public displays of affection The fourth area is public shows of affection. This tends to be in more religious countries, particularly in the Middle East, but certainly into parts of Asia, too. In these countries, public displays of affection are not just frowned upon, but actually not allowed, and could lead to serious consequences. F…
…he show covers the following and more: Observations: Bangkok is capital of Thailand (Thai = free so Thailand means land of the free) Never been colonised unlike so many other Asian countries – sided with Japanese in WWII and supported USA in Vietnam war. Monarchy which is highly respected and revered offence to say negative against the monarchy. Bangkok used to be “Venice of the East” as so many rivers and canals – but now mostly filled in. Lots o…
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…have a journey to make and toilets are not always at hand. Always read the label and remember to rehydrate with water and rehydration salts, or sports drinks if you have diarrhoea.” On their site they have this travel hotspot thing: Find out more about Travellers’ Diarrhoea What are your tips? Add a comment on the blog or email and I will add: [email protected] ——————————————————– Sign up now to get updates from Gary Bembridge: Tips for Travell…
…it on this trip. The hotel is right next to the famous Century 21 discount label department store and an easy 10 minute walk to South Street Sea Port area with its shops and museums and the major drop off and pick up for the round Manhattan bus tours. But overall, it is not a very handy destination for tourists as far from the shopping areas and Central Park etc. Overall, I liked the room a lot but the noise of construction did wake me up earlier…
…if you are putting your luggage out keep the tear off tag from the luggage label, that will remind you what allocated slot you have and, as some cruise lines require us to show our luggage tag colour to let you off the ship, the allocated time. Finally, when packing, don’t pack the cruise line umbrella, dressing gown, binoculars or other bits and pieces around the cabin. You will likely be charged for those and often at a much higher amount than i…
