As a Thai person, I would say the tips in this video are great and truly valuable. It is the best information condensed video about travelling in Thailand I've ever seen. Keep up the good work!!!
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words!
@RickMc999 ай бұрын
yes thank you @@thebangkokguide
@gis-td3om9 ай бұрын
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@Nordic_Sky10 ай бұрын
I went to many banks with my passport and ATM card and could not find a single one that would give me money. Had to use the ATM & pay fees. To avoid fees, next visit I brought more cash. When I got home, I discovered about 10% of it had been stolen from my in-room safe box. They didn't take so much I would discover it right away. So, beware: the in-room safes are NOT safe.
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear that. Banking here is totally hit or miss. You can legally do something, but a lot of the time the workers don't know what you are talking about. This can be very frustrating. I just learned from another friend of mine that one of the main banks used for opening accounts on tourist visas also stopped doing it.
@bighoss970510 ай бұрын
He seems to make uneducated statements. He should make sure about giving out advice based on what other bloggers post.
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Um no.. I've lived here for 7 years and this is exactly what I did for a full year. The fact is that every bank, office or pharmacy follows its own set of 'rules', and they shift depending on the management of the office and worker knowledge... I'm not making any "uneducated statements". Thanks for the input though.
@jomontanee10 ай бұрын
@@thebangkokguideYou are so calm on the hostile troll.❤
@jomontanee10 ай бұрын
@@bighoss9705Troll.
@AshleyEllem5 ай бұрын
Your awesome to listen to .great info straight to the point with no filler babble .much appreciated
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@ALI-bm4kl3 күн бұрын
سأزور تايلند قريبا لقد إستفدت من نصائحك كثير كل المحبه من المملكه العربيه السعوديه شكرا لك
@thebangkokguide2 күн бұрын
Happy to help! Have a great trip!
@Nomad_Dan5 күн бұрын
As a Canuck about to visit Thailand, appreciate all the tips.
@thebangkokguide4 күн бұрын
I'm glad they are helpful! Hope you enjoy your trip!
@joeoleary90107 ай бұрын
I'll add a few he didn't mention: 1) If you make a deal for anything, *always* pay the money. Those who don't sometimes wind up in the hospital. 2) Don't aggressively argue or challenge people to fight. You will be fighting 10 people with sticks and bricks, and when the police come you'll be the one going to jail. 3) Pass on the "authentic experience" of the tuk tuk, as it's the worst way to travel. Just take a taxi that uses a meter. 4) Plan on being aggravated sometimes and don't take it personally. The heat and the crowds can wear down anyone's nerves. 5) If you go to Thailand during hot season, you won't feel like being outside more than 10 minutes. The heat will sap all your energy fast.
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Good additional tips! Thanks for the input!
@keithhodgson64897 ай бұрын
Good additions to a great video.
@nickreels10 ай бұрын
There are no mistakes. Only lessons.
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Good point!
@pranktok9 ай бұрын
Hey brother, I just discovered your channel, and it’s one of my favorite Thailand channels. I’ll be moving there in 6-12 months, so I’m learning all I can before I get there. Appreciate the time you’ve put into your videos, it will save me a lot of problems! You have a new subscriber, take care, man! !
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! I’m glad it is helpful! Cheers 😊
@testymann50455 ай бұрын
Why are you moving there without visiting? Risky.
@R.LeeReese2 ай бұрын
Did you end up moving there?
@Proxyincognito9 ай бұрын
Planning 1st vacation to thailand this june, this video is a gold nugget.
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Cheers! I'm happy it was helpful!
@lemueldeleon44094 ай бұрын
Same thanks To this Video see you Thailand
@JohnSmith-xx9th2 ай бұрын
In the rainy season? 😮
@tomix35682 ай бұрын
Your videos are great, Cal! They're becoming my number-one go-to as I research a potential extended stay in Thailand
@thebangkokguide2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! I hope the videos are helpful!
@stressfreelife58386 ай бұрын
Thank you dear for such a precise and intelligently made video.
@thebangkokguide6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@harryselwind5 ай бұрын
I had no idea about the issue regarding reviews and will now be checking them against what's said in Google, Tripadvisor and the like. Thank you so much for producing such an excellent and informative video.
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! Google reviews are def one of the best resources that I use quite a lot. Cheers!
@paradise660610 ай бұрын
Ok Cal, I have been combing KZbin for someone I can tolerate listening to on Thailand. You so far are the best. You block out road noise, and don't blast people out with loud music. But your run on sentences are like being vomiting on by words. So just please pleasantly talk to us, and give our ear and brains time to ingest all that you are saying please. We want to hear all about it, but we want it to be a great experience in the process. Thank you very much.
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. Getting audio right is definitely one of the more challenging parts of production! I think sometimes over editing for speed can cause the word vomit. Thanks for the input!
@paulmarshall6909 ай бұрын
Agree! I’m tired of hearing vloggers machine gun talking!
@MrGen-ed3fm7 ай бұрын
Wow! your video was great! full of essencial information. Wonderfull! Thank you Cal!!!🤩
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for the kind words!
@eQuariuz9 ай бұрын
What a great video. People always write that but this is the first time I've ever written it on a helpful video. Bravo.
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words.
@impactfully5714Ай бұрын
Super helpful video! Travelling to Thailand next year with family and want to gather as much information as possible prior to travelling. Cheers 👏💕🇨🇦
@thebangkokguideАй бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! I’m glad it was helpful ☺️
@REPSDirect2 ай бұрын
Best free advice Thai travel video on KZbin.
@thebangkokguide2 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! It’s much appreciated!
@shofungsalaga39817 ай бұрын
Cal, thank you so much for the great info. It really helps a lot. I’m from Canada,BC. Looking forward to visiting Thailand next month.
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
I'm glad it was helpful! Thanks for the kind words!
@djjayem1005 ай бұрын
Planning my trip this year! Thanks for the tips!
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Cheers! Safe travels!
@Rubycella7 ай бұрын
This is very loving, helpful advice from a sister Canadian.
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@MichaelPrudhomme-u7xАй бұрын
By 3:30 I was 🤣 Dude made it through all that and is honest about it. Subscribed, my man! Thanks for all the information.
@thebangkokguideАй бұрын
It’s a survival process lol. Cheers!
@alfprysen45134 ай бұрын
Very informative video Cal! You deserve way more subs. Thank you, you got yourself a new sub.
@thebangkokguide4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@MondalSaibalАй бұрын
This is a life saver video ! Kudos too you!
@thebangkokguideАй бұрын
I’m glad it’s helpful! Cheers
@Jeffrey_Gauntt4 ай бұрын
Mefloquine can cause nightmares... Stick with doxycycline and you'll be ok... Learned this in Afghanistan. Some guys screaming in their sleep, for real. But absolutely nobody had that with doxy. But it does make most people sunburn more easily. Thanks for all the info. Just wanted to contribute my experience with anti malaria stuff.
@thebangkokguide4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the input! Similar to my friend who took it. Crazy lucid nightmares. I think it must have been mefloquine. Cheers!
@1209jayt3 ай бұрын
Great tips man! Thanks for sharing this 🙏🏼✈️
@thebangkokguide3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!
@anzon8885 күн бұрын
Nice video brother 🥊
@thebangkokguide5 күн бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@peterconnolly98289 ай бұрын
Take a photo of address hotel etc easy with taxi ash price
@dougm30379 ай бұрын
Spot on guide to Thailand. I've been there many times and totally agree with youe observations. I made the major faux pas of tapping a bar girl on the head and she freaked! I soon learnt that speaking the local lingo was the go and amazed a friend when we got a tuk tuk from one side of Chiang Mai to the ping riverv for 40 baht. He was a teacher and I taught him the lessoon of showing respect in an Asian culture.
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
40 baht for a tuktuk is a miracle 😅 cheers!
@georgeh13524 ай бұрын
I paid a tuk tuk 300 baht from far side of Chiang Mai old city to the airport. First time in a tuk tuk and didn't know how far away the airport was, I just assumed that I would be ripped off when negotiated the price, had a good time there though, met some lovely people.
@dougm30374 ай бұрын
@@georgeh1352 I rarely use tuk tuks for that very reason George. Glad you had a good time.
@msbeecee14 ай бұрын
Fantastic vid! comprehensive & and detailed info
@thebangkokguide3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@solomonbarroa61226 ай бұрын
This is highly informative! Thanks 👍
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!
@chikobato72178 ай бұрын
Excellent tips. presented in za very understandable ways. Been there for many years and all remarks are spot on. Congratulationcs
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words 😊🙏
@redheadblader8 ай бұрын
Last minute trip monday..thank you the superrich tip was just what i needed
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
Cheers! I’m glad it was helpful! Safe travels!
@Facts.Are.Straight5 ай бұрын
Very valuable. Thanks a lot!
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Cheers!
@tennisisphysical5 ай бұрын
Great video! Appreciate the tips🎾😎
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!
@vronyx6958Ай бұрын
Love your vidéos,thanks for sharing,can’t wait to use your tips in january/feb 2025 we are from Quebec /Canada!😜
@thebangkokguideАй бұрын
Cheers! I’m glad they are helpful!
@turtlechomper53618 ай бұрын
Hey great video. This is one of the better and more informative thai videos I have seen. I have been to thailand 3 times usually a couple weeks each time. I've been to Krabi, bangkok first trip, Bangkok, Hua hinn second time and bangkok only on third trip. We want to go back and try other places. I purchased travel insurance . I wouldn't recommend buying all those expensive vaccinations unless you are going out into the Forrest. We never used bug spray but that's not a bad idea but I don't think we really need it. Fruit drinks and tea are cheap we usually buy smoothies. We have had no issues with the water but we never really went into the deep Forrest. We never faced anyone trying to scam us except for all the fake brand knockoffs lol. Oh and the massage which was amazing . Pretty girl out front which gave my wife a massage and a 300 lb girl emerged from the back for me hahaha. It was a good massage .
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
Sounds like some good trips. I'd recommend checking out the north or south next time, both have great places to visit. Or you could checkout some of the islands nearby Bangkok. I love Koh Chang personally, as it's quite large and not too busy...especially in the early rainy season.
@BillyTimes-dw7vs8 ай бұрын
Thanks alot for your channel very helpful information i be visiting in March only for a week coming from cebu Phillipines.
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
I'm glad it was helpful! I hope you have a nice trip!
@romeocapuletti24257 ай бұрын
This is high quality material. Thx👍
@thebangkokguide6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@Thomas110919674 ай бұрын
Super tipps. Thank you so much.
@thebangkokguide4 ай бұрын
Cheers! Thanks for the kind words!
@Ervinz869 ай бұрын
Very informative. Already excited for my scheduled travel to Thailand. Thanks for these tips. ❤❤❤
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! Enjoy your travels!
@snobird58310 ай бұрын
Please keep putting out your vids. Your doing a good job. Your neighbor from Alaska :)
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@MdSaihamIbneRafiChowdhury7 ай бұрын
Absolutely helpful tips
@thebangkokguide6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! Cheers
@HexFlex-ss9rm6 ай бұрын
Good work man, thank you 🙏
@thebangkokguide6 ай бұрын
Cheers!
@louis2012210 ай бұрын
So glad to find your channel. You have provided alot of useful information. Thanks
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
I'm glad it's helpful! Thank you for the kind words!
@xiomarasanchez19933 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the information
@thebangkokguide3 ай бұрын
I’m glad it’s helpful! Cheers!
@mstinnie225 ай бұрын
Great vid! Thanks for the tips.
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words 🙏
@beinaj5 ай бұрын
Excellent video. I would add to give a COPY of your passport to a motorbike rental company...not the passport itself!!! Also do NOT touch any monk or novice monk (young boy in training). Don't offer to shake hands or pat their shoulders. (I've lived in Thailand 15 years.)
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. I definitely agree. I discuss the passport in my more recent video about scams...but it could easily fit as good advice here along with the monks. Cheers!
@mikebaker419010 ай бұрын
Thanks Cal. Good info. I knew most of this from deep research before l went in 2019. Moving to Jomtien from Ottawa in January.
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Cheers. Sounds like you're well prepared! I lived in Ottawa before I moved here as well...came in January too haha
@NorthHoustonCityLimits10 ай бұрын
Whew! I’m out of breath! Great video!
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! It’s a long one haha
@Rev85 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Cheers!
@medeea8078Ай бұрын
Cal, you're amazing! I subscribed. Can I ask a question? How do you recommend us to keep our money when travelling? In different areas of the body, backpack, purse? Use card or cash? What's the best way to keep your money and avoid leaving it at the hotel's safe?
@thebangkokguideАй бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! My best advice is to use all of the strategies you discuss. Bring a couple of cards. Credit cards are accepted in a lot of places and are a great option. You can use your home bank card and withdrawal fees at ATMs are reasonable, but you need to take out a decent amount of money as you will pay about $6 per withdrawal. I always took out $500 or so per withdrawal and that’s about a 1% commission. Then I’d recommend splitting up your cash and keeping it in different places (ideally a couple of hidden compartments). I’ve never had any issues with hotel safes over the years but I’ve heard stories about money going missing and I avoid leaving too much money unattended anywhere. I prefer to carry it with me in a hidden pocket… but if you tend to lose money, you may want to withdraw less money each time and just pay a bit more on those withdrawal fees.
@FillgoodsTVArt10 ай бұрын
For scammers who are Thai, almost all of them are drivers for hire, such as taxis and tuk-tuk. As for scams that invite you to buy products that are fake or low quality and expensive (Jewelry, tailor-made). Most of these people come from South Asia because these people speak English well. If you can distinguish these people by appearance, (Doesn't look like a Thai person) You will avoid scams. But sometimes these two groups of people work together. And if you see a beggar Avoid giving money to beggars. Most beggars for directions come from neighboring countries. These beggars will have someone to supervise them as a human trafficking ring.
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Good tips! Thank you 🙏
@bighoss970510 ай бұрын
On currency conversion, always check the rate your bank charges for the conversion against what the ATM charges. I found that my US bank gives me a way way way worse conversion than local ATMS. Be mindful of this. Exchange rates vary wildly among ATMS. The one I use is only 0.5 baht below spot. My bank's rate was 8 baht below spot. I would advise against making blanket statements like this. Another blogger said the same thing, I tried it and got a big surprise when I checked my transaction.
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
That's interesting. I literally read the Investopedia article about dynamic currency conversion before commenting about it, as I always avoided it. What is your bank? And what ATM do you use in Thailand? Thanks for the input.
@paulsz61949 ай бұрын
@bighoss9705 I recall seeing your name (hoss) when touring Auschwitz…. ?
@bighoss97058 ай бұрын
@@paulsz6194 never been there...(Rudolf Franz Ferdinand Höss was the commandant of Auschwitz during the holocaust not to be confused with big hoss cartwright)
@bighoss97058 ай бұрын
@@thebangkokguide I was using my ATM card from my credit union but I switched to Chase which is much better (3.0 baht under spot.) The ATM in Thailand is Kasikorn Bank. They post the rate that they pay on the screen. I always check it against spot. When spot was 34.6 it was paying 34.3 Banks and ATMs vary quite a bit. I'm just advising to check before withdrawal, save yourself a few bucks 😉
@bighoss97058 ай бұрын
@@paulsz6194 I responded but UT deleted it
@Joymax1689 ай бұрын
If a person brings into or takes out of, the US in excess of $10,000 in cash, he or she must report it to the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Otherwise, the cash may be confiscated by a CBP officer.
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
That’s correct. Each country will also have their own requirements for leaving the country. Thanks for the input!
@Roof_Pizza9 ай бұрын
I think the 20k will come as a surprise to most.
@Boddav8 ай бұрын
On the subject of SIM Cards:Checking my bank account this morning I discovered a long list of transactions I didn’t recognize.I Immediately called the number on the back of my ATM card and the bank secured my card and is taking the steps necessary to rectify this matter. I just re-entered Thailand from Malaysia where I was told it wasn’t possible to call the USA .I encountered the same scenario in Cambodia .Had I discovered these discrepancies in either one of these places.I don’t how I would deal with this matter. In Thailand I use True Sim Cards, good phone and good internet services.
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
True is very good as well. Could have been a card skimmer. I avoid paying with my card directly while traveling, as this can happen in some countries.
@Boddav8 ай бұрын
@@thebangkokguide -Correct.I had the same thing happen before back home in Nevada.Pay with cash as much possible.
@pplcajason10 ай бұрын
Great video my man
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@pdeforest9 ай бұрын
Taking $20k US in cash with you is a bad idea. If you return to the US with over $10k US, there is an excellent chance it will be seized by Customs. That’s the US limit. Other Western countries may have cash limits also.
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the input. I wouldn’t recommend bringing 20k as well. It’s just the limit here. Each country will also have their own limits for entering and exiting. I should have added that.
@EvralTatum-Mcfield-ov2mi9 ай бұрын
It's a lie, as long as you report the amount on the custom and immigration form, is no problem coming in with any amount, the limit re $10 k, but you can come in into the country, with whatever amount, as long as you declare it on the form!!
@PatrickPurdy-w8l5 ай бұрын
@@thebangkokguide To apply for an “o” retirement visa you need 800k bht. What are your options for bringing in that much money? TY
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
@@PatrickPurdy-w8l usually it’s done by bank transfer.
@tomgolab39587 ай бұрын
Plenty of valuable information, thanks. New sub.
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! Cheers!
@miguelbournival26107 ай бұрын
Bro seriously! thank you very much
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Happy to help and thanks for the kind words!
@bpaakwaan73253 ай бұрын
The North East has three seasons. Hot season, rainy season and cold season
@thebangkokguide3 ай бұрын
True. Get the cool weather up there!
@dqrossvideography51348 ай бұрын
Great video thank you. I only just subscribed and catching up on some of your videos. I didn’t know about the SuperRich debit card thanks for mentioning it. One question I have on the visa extension, do they grant it as a matter of course or can it be denied? I totally agree about learning Thai. I’ve been to Thailand so many times I finally started to learn Thai last year and have enrolled in a Thai language school. There’s no better way to get to know the people and the culture. Great way to engage your audience, changing where you stand in each segment and leaning forward towards the camera as if you were talking to someone directly. Well done 😊
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! You can be denied for a visa extension but it's quite rare. If you've never had problems or warnings, it is extremely unlikely! Cheers!
@Wakara1016 ай бұрын
i'm so glad i watched your video. i had no idea that airbnb is illegal in Thailand. there's dozens of listings for bangkok. i would have been very mad if i got into trouble or couldn't get to my accommodations
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
That is correct. It’s actually based on how long you stay (under 30 days requires a hotel license). But you can stay at an Airbnb…just check google reviews for the condo and make sure there aren’t any weird reviews!
@Paul_R120610 ай бұрын
If all of SE Asia the same as the Philippines, don't get married! You'll find yourself supporting her entire family as well as extras.
@misshulagirl059 ай бұрын
Passport Bros be like
@Paul_R12069 ай бұрын
@@misshulagirl05 I’ve heard that name before. Who are those guys?
@Boddav8 ай бұрын
Superrich is more tolerant of older or damaged bills when exchanging currency.
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
I always found they were very good! Never had any complaints ☺️
@EfralynVailoces6 ай бұрын
Wow thank you for sharing. Informative 👏👏New subscriber here. God bless 😇
@thebangkokguide6 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏 😊
@adergas18 ай бұрын
Thank you Cal!
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
Cheers!
@quantumeyes85467 ай бұрын
You're very helpful and funny.
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words 🙏😊
@stujones35667 ай бұрын
Sensational tips my friend 👍
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@The_Good_Life_starts_today10 ай бұрын
Informative video, thanks!
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Cheers!
@ponbounket805710 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing ❤
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Cheers!
@noelrichard711510 ай бұрын
Very helpful advice.Thanks!
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Cheers!
@storythong8 ай бұрын
About the Royal family actually you can said it but have to be secretively. A lot of young Thais are seeing it differently rn. But in case of Old people some still love and wortship and some of them are totally changed their perspective too. 😅
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
I understand. Foreigners might not be aware of the laws, and should just be careful speaking about politics. Thanks for the comment 😊
@lastpreacher909310 ай бұрын
I like this video. Thank you for uploading.
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! Cheers
@Vbluevital7 ай бұрын
Great tips, love your mentioning key respectful points. Thank You
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@anthonycarney78497 ай бұрын
I used to go to thiland a lot and I always took big money I would leave it the safe in my bedroom I never had a problem &I used to go up north it was a lot cheaper &just as good I never got sick there the only thing I found out I was buying breezers they where adout a year out of date when I noticed this I wen back on the 🍺 I come from nothern Ireland 🇮🇪 and we will always say hello to people we meet I would talk to anyone but if they bring money in to the cheat I would say goodbye I found out a lot of the clothes where in the small size I was Medea but a lot of good advice 😊😊
@thebangkokguide6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the input. You provided good additional tips! Cheers!
@RealSerie268 ай бұрын
#9 ATMs. Omfg. I was shocked when I saw the 5% fee in addition to the 220 baht. Between this, crazy exchange rates, and the 500/day gyms, those mofos are ripping off tourists. You also have to be on the lookout for scams 24/7. I am from a poor country and I had never seen anything like that.
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
There are definitely a lot of scams. High levels of tourism attract scams generally, and Bangkok is the most visited city in the world. I think scams are mostly associated with high levels of tourism... poorer countries with lower levels of tourism will normally have less scams.
@mjl81978 ай бұрын
I will say that I have visited many times and have never been scammed. I've read about various scams and sure they happen, so your experience may vary, search for me so far so good.
@quantumeyes85467 ай бұрын
I am planning to travel to Thailand for a short holiday. Where do you think I could stay? Bangkok, or Chiangmai, Khaosan,.....I don't drink much, and not interested in drugs.
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
It depends on the time of year and what you are looking for… Chiang Mai is mountains, Bangkok is city, and you have islands. Avoid staying at khaosan if you don’t drink though..
@JaKi05210 ай бұрын
great vlog! clear concise and excellent delivery! keep it up
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@kenyeuong17739 ай бұрын
Great blogs and advice
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!
@sedonaguy10 ай бұрын
Excellent advise, earned a sub
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Cheers! Thanks
@MrGrimm20003 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for the video.. You seem very knowledgeable, May I ask about Dengue fever and Hepatitis A (other diseases too)? Booked a 5 trip with my family (in bangkok) and the responses are very mixed. Some people say it's not really a big deal and the local traffic is more dangerous than any disease.. Other people say get vaccines. I think Dengue fever is actually recommended not to vax for and hepatitis A is still quite low to catch... Any insight would be appreciated.
@thebangkokguide3 ай бұрын
I believe the dengue vaccine only works if you have had dengue before. If you're only visiting Bangkok, you are at very low risk from anything though. It's largely developed and it's extremely rare to find dengue or malaria here. I took boosters for hep, but overall I haven't met anybody that has had issues in Bangkok specifically.
@MrGrimm20003 ай бұрын
@@thebangkokguide thanks man! appreciate it!
@FaustoRG5 ай бұрын
I just wanna go there and train Muay Thai as much as I can
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
It’s a good plan!
@poom3234 ай бұрын
Being beggar in Thailand is illegal for foreigner. It's can get you jailed.
@thebangkokguide4 ай бұрын
I agree. Should put in jail and deport!
@testymann50455 ай бұрын
Unless you are getting the vaccinations paid for in your home country then get them in Thailand. They will be much less expensive.
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Good advice. Definitely less expensive here! Cheers
@zippity8887 ай бұрын
We just cancelled our trip we are now heading to bali 🎉
@thebangkokguide7 ай бұрын
Why cancel?
@oilguy77727 күн бұрын
I thought burning/smoke season start in late February. Can someone please update on this. I’m planning on going in either January or early February
@thebangkokguide24 күн бұрын
It can vary from year to year but it generally starts in December and runs through to April. Some years December and January are reasonably good, but others can be bad. February normally isn’t great. You can check the historical data here: aqicn.org/city/bangkok/
@samp99539 ай бұрын
Just dicovered you.! Thanks, something something I knew no. I can definitely tell you that just a few weeks ago I went around several banks whit my passport and credit card with me and everyone refused to do the service, could you possibly make a dedicated vlog? Happy new year
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the input! I heard this from a few friends recently as well. I will make an updated video about it specifically soon. Happy New Year!
@MacTX8 ай бұрын
2:20 the cynic in me seem to think it would make an extra source of revenue for the country/government to "accidentally" mis-stamp passports, especially first time visitors. Those visa over stay charges do seem like a nice revenue generator.
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
This is a very accurate assessment. I agree.
@RealSerie268 ай бұрын
I wouldn’t put it past them.
@jimdee98018 ай бұрын
AEON ATM's only charge 150baht
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the input. Definitely the best atm to use
@MrTawato10 ай бұрын
😂Love you edited video, it's funny. Absolutely agree, "mai pen rai" will save every farang in Thailand. (Ps: for me... Mai-pen-rai = not ok but ok&let it go&move on 😅) Best wishes, (ขอบคุณสำหรับวิดีโอให้คำแนะนำดีๆ ครับ)
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Thank you! Haha this is an important thing for to remember!
@billfear15 ай бұрын
Watch out for landlords who cheat you out of your deposit. It happens more often than not. Especially in serviced apartments.
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Yes this can happen. I never had any problems but I’ve heard stories. Thanks for the input!
@somrudeeb10 ай бұрын
You nailed it all ❤🎉
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Cheers! Thanks!
@JackEacherКүн бұрын
is there a difference between SuperRich with orange logo and SuperRich with green logo?
@thebangkokguideКүн бұрын
No, for some reason they use a different color logo sometimes. I recommend just checking their website for the location with the best rates and you're good to go!
@THAK.ANAN.MAKSANG10 ай бұрын
Thank for informations 😊
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!
@jaydropgift92042 ай бұрын
I will send you 10 usd for this video on my other account when I get the chance. This video from an information standpoint....perfect, thank you
@thebangkokguide2 ай бұрын
Definitely much appreciated! I'm glad the tips were helpful. Cheers!
@sunandevise99345 ай бұрын
Excellent
@thebangkokguide5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@firstearth80616 ай бұрын
thanks man
@thebangkokguide6 ай бұрын
Cheers!
@asiatravelasiatravel-fv6ob8 ай бұрын
Hsilsnd is very beautifull country nicr view Thank yiu so much for great sharing my freind
@thebangkokguide8 ай бұрын
Cheers. Thanks for the kind words!
@doyoueatrocks10 ай бұрын
It was so good seeing a top problems to avoid video that had zero mention of sex tourism… but I think Japanese virus vaccine is important because while it’s rarer, it is significantly deadly
@thebangkokguide10 ай бұрын
Yeah I generally avoid any of that stuff. Much more to this country! I hear ya on vaccines.
@rockylee46969 ай бұрын
How to rent a condo for $150 ? Why do we rent a hotel or backpacker hotel ? A condo for $7.50 per day ?
@thebangkokguide9 ай бұрын
You can find them, but that would be the monthly rate with a lease...so it wouldn't work the same way as a hotel with a nightly rate.