Bonsoir, nous arriverons à minuit à l'aéroport de Suvarnabhumi et nous voulons aller directement vers Khaosan Road. Si tout va bien, il sera environ 1 heure 30 du matin quand nous quitterons cet aéroport. Quels transports pouvons-nous espérer utiliser ? Merci pour vos expériences.

Hi there!

I think the question’s in the title...

What price can I expect to pay in 2025 for a ride of about two kilometers in the tourist center?

Thanks😉

Hi there,

The round trip to Bangkok is almost booked.

Here’s the itinerary I’ve planned for this new trip to Thailand:

Arrival – 2 nights in Bangkok (any hotel recommendations? Very quiet, near Chinatown or by the river)

Train or taxi (which app should I use for Thailand?) to Phetchaburi – 2 nights (any hotel recommendations?)

Daytime train to Surat Thani – 1 night there (any hotel recommendations?)

Pick up the rental car and head to Khao Sok – 1 night there (any hotel recommendations?)

Drive to Ko Kho Khao – 3 nights – relaxation (any hotel recommendations?)

Drive to Phang Nga Bay – 1 night (any base recommendations?)

Excursion in the bay, then drive to Krabi – 2 nights (any hotel recommendations) or any other spot with beautiful, quiet beaches that you might know?

Return to Surat Thani – overnight train to Bangkok, then Ayutthaya (any hotel recommendations?)

Visit the site and transfer to the airport – sniff, time to head back!

If you have other suggestions, keeping in mind the trip’s vibe: beach time without crowds or entertainment, a bit of nature, a bit of culture, no stress... No domestic flights and charming accommodations (not at 150 € per night, even though the budget is reasonable!)

Not sure I’ll follow them all, but all your ideas are welcome! 😉

Thanks. 🙂

Hi, How long does it take to get from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok? Thanks! Car, metro?

Hello,

Je ne connais pas du tout l’Asie, encore moins la Thaïlande et pas du tout Phuket.

Mes critères de recherche pour l'hôtel sont déjà dans un endroit très sécurise (je ne sais pas si la région est safe ou non), proche des plus belles plages (notamment des clubs de plage si possible), et non loin des activités : restaurant, boite de nuit ...

Et si possible sans trop de français 😄

Je ne me rend pas compte, est-ce cher de traverser Phuket verticalement en Taxi ? Est-ce que la localisation de l'hôtel importe peu car tout est facilement accessible ? Merci pour votre aide

Ps : lendroit sur la carte est il bien situe ?

Hi everyone, I’m a die-hard fan of India, but it’s time I discovered Thailand too to broaden my Asian horizons. I’m heading there on January 19, 2025, for a 46-day trip (no visa needed as I’m French). I’ve pored over a few guidebooks and travel blogs. Based on what caught my interest, I’ve put together a rough itinerary and list of sights. But since I know absolutely nothing about Thailand, I’m kind of flying blind here. Since I’m not exactly a spring chicken anymore, I’ve opted for a few bases where I’ll stay several days in the same place. That way, I won’t have to change locations and hotels every day or so, packing and unpacking my suitcase constantly. Instead, I plan to explore the surrounding area each day, within a maximum radius of 50 to 70 km. So, first question: Is that kind of round-trip distance manageable in a day in Thailand? In India, renting a car for a day—with a driver—currently costs around 35 to 40 € per day. Knowing that 1,300 to 1,500 THB would be my absolute max, and even then, only if I don’t rent a car every single day. Which brings me to my second question: Am I being unrealistic? Otherwise—third question—once I’m settled in the city I’ve chosen as my base, can I get around within that 50–70 km radius using public transport? I’ve already booked all my hotels—with free cancellation—on booking.com at an average price of 950/1,000 THB per night. Does that put me in a good range for value for money? Or am I dreaming?

Here’s my plan:

BANGKOK (13 days, 14 nights): 1 week for exploring Bangkok – Kanchanaburi/Erawan National Park? – Ayutthaya/Lopburi? – Muang Boran – Samut – Songkram/Amphawa

Bangkok -> Chiang Mai by overnight train in first-class sleeper

CHIANG MAI (6 days/6 nights): Mae Hong Son – Hot springs – Chiang Dao – caves – Lamphun – other places to be decided on the spot based on what’s worth seeing and transport options

Chiang Mai -> Chiang Rai

CHIANG RAI (7 days/8 nights): Fang – Tha Ton – Chiang Saen – Doi Tung – Chiang Khong – Doi Ang Khang, Phu Chi Fah, etc.

Chiang Rai -> Phrae

PHRAE (4 days/5 nights): Lampang and surrounding areas, depending on what’s interesting to see

Phrae -> Loei

LOEI (4 days/5 nights): Phu Kradung – Chiang Khan and surrounding areas, depending on what’s worth seeing

Loei -> Buriram

PHIMAI (Nakhon Ratchasima/Khorat) (5 days/6 nights): Phimai – Prasat Muang Tam – Phanom Rung – Prasat Phanom Wan

Phimai -> Khorat (airport or train station) -> Bangkok (overnight in Bangkok)

Day 46: BANGKOK -> KOCHI

Thanks in advance for your thoughts and advice!

Bien le bonjour. Je dois dire que j'ai beaucoup de mal à mettre en place mon voyage, tout vivre, tout voir, et je n'ai que 1 mois de mi octobre à mi novembre et j'aimerais garder une petite semaine pour le sud. Nous serons 2, 2 sacs à dos, et l'envie de découvrir le pays, en bus, train, avion, à pied, en stop.... Nous aimons les endroits pittoresques même si difficile à atteindre (toute proportion gardée) Bon je me lance : Bangkok Samut Prakan Amphawa Ayutthzya Ahg thong Lotburi Roi it Khon kaen Wat phutok Chan rai (elephants sophie) Fan Chiang mai Lalpag Ban tak Tak Mae sot Umphang Sal yok Erawan batuonal park kanchanaburi Tham khaolung Prachuap

Ao Manao – Ao noî – Ao khan kadal Mae kong

Hi there,

I’m looking for a beach spot within 3 hours max of Bangkok for the end of my trip (January). I know full well I won’t find that postcard-perfect vibe of the more remote islands! But I don’t have a choice. If you’ve got any ideas... no high-rises, obviously not Pattaya, somewhere quiet, swimming possible, a hotel right on the beach (and not too dirty, the beach itself!) I’ve looked at hotels around Ko Samet or, across from it, on the mainland. I spotted the Bann Pae Cabana. But nothing really exciting on either side. New ideas welcome! 🙂

Good evening,

Our family trip (2 kids, boys aged 6 and 9) is coming up fast, and I have a few questions. I’ve seen that quite a few people on this forum are active about Thailand, so I hope you can help me out :-)

- I have a Free mobile plan with a good amount of data abroad (35GB). Do you know if the Bolt or Grab apps work well with a French SIM? I’ve read that the app might not work if the SIM isn’t Thai, but I’ve also seen French travelers using their SIMs in Thailand, so I’m not sure what to think.

- What tips do you have to avoid traveler’s diarrhea (especially for our 6- and 9-year-olds)? I’m already preparing them to wash their hands often and not put their hands in their mouths or brush their teeth with tap water (they’re still little and might not control the water well in their mouths). Are there certain dishes or food stands to avoid? Are ice cubes really off-limits too?

- We arrive in Bangkok at 9 AM, and we have a French-speaking guided tour scheduled for the next morning (all day). The itinerary isn’t finalized yet with the guide—I need to get back in touch soon. What do you recommend doing on that first day, which might be tiring after the long flight and jet lag? Our hotel has a nice pool, but I’d love for us to get out and explore a bit :-)

- Is the Grand Palace really best visited early in the morning to avoid crowds?

- I’d love to visit a night or floating market, but they’re all on weekends. Unfortunately, we’re in Bangkok from Wednesday to Saturday morning (then we take the train to Ayutthaya in the morning). Is there a market on Friday night? I saw Chatuchak, but Friday night doesn’t seem like the best time—is it still worth going?

I’ve looked for answers to these questions, but I’m either not finding a definitive answer or I’m overwhelmed by all the things to do/see in Bangkok. So, I’m hoping your advice or experiences can help me out!

Thanks in advance, and have a great evening! :-)

Bonjour Aurons - nous une difficulté à trouver un taxi longue distance le 12 août à Bangkok "jour de la Reine" ?

Bonjour, Je souhaite savoir s'il est possible de trouver facilement une voiture avec chauffeur, au coup par coup, pour se déplacer de ville en ville en Thaïlande. Nous sommes en couple et ne voulons pas un chauffeur en permanence car nous partons longtemps et nous prenons notre temps, mais faciliter nos déplacements en utilisant un véhicule. Nous avons fait comme cela au Cambodge l'année dernière, les hôtels nous trouvaient facilement des chauffeurs et à des prix raisonnables. Est-ce aussi possible en Thaïlande? Merci d'avance pour vos réponses

Hey everyone!

I’ve got a question about buses, which we love using in Bangkok, but it’s always a bit of a challenge to figure out how to get around. We always (eventually) reach our destination because there’s always someone willing to help us find our way, but this year, I’d like us to be a bit more independent. We’re a bit old-school—we like traveling without phones for a real digital detox (no judgment, everyone travels how they like! :) ), so ideally, we’d find an up-to-date map of Bangkok’s bus network, but we don’t know where to buy one... We managed to get one back in 2015, but I think it’s outdated now, and during our last trips, we couldn’t find any...

And if traveling like this is really outdated, could you recommend a reliable app for buses? That way, we could plan our routes using the hotel’s Wi-Fi before heading out.

Thanks in advance for your help, and have a great day!

Bonjour à tous,

J'ai lu ( je ne sais plus où ) sur pinterest peut-être. Lorsque je remplaçais ma carte sim par une sim thailandaise, il existait une application pour garder son numéro. En avez vous entendu parlé ?? Merci à tous .

Hi there,

I have a question about the Rome2Rio app. Can you set it up to show routes using the BTS and MRT (for Bangkok) instead of buses or taxis? For example, I’d like to know how long the trip from Chong Nonsi to Bang Khun Non will take, but the app doesn’t suggest the MRT or BTS, even though it’s totally doable. Any tips on how to fix this?

Hi, I just read an article announcing the launch of a "tagthai easy pay" app that lets tourists pay with their phone, just like Thais do in shops by scanning the merchant’s QR code. Has anyone got more info? Are there any foreign-exchange fees or other charges? Can you top up this account with a simple transfer from our French bank account, or do you have to use cash? I guess it’s handy for avoiding too much cash while on holiday.

Hi there, I’m arriving in Thailand with my family on February 9th (2026). We land at BKK that day and then take a direct flight to Krabi.

My first little question is this: We’ve booked a hotel 4 km from the airport (B2Krabi). Should I reserve a taxi through an app (which one?) to get there, or do you think I’ll easily find a taxi/tuk-tuk on the spot, considering we’ll arrive around 8/9 PM? Any idea of the expected price (for three people) for this short trip?

For the Krabi/Ko Phi Phi route, I’m not entirely sure where the departure point is—I’ve attached a photo of the map. Which company is the most affordable? Do you think I can buy my ticket the day before departure and still be sure to get seats? Is it better to book in advance (and if so, on which site)? Same question for the return trip from Ko Phi Phi to Krabi!

Hi there, I’m arriving in Thailand with my family on February 9, 2025. We land at BKK that day and then take a direct flight to Krabi. My first little question is this: we’ve booked a hotel 4 km from the airport (B2Krabi). Should I book a taxi through an app (which one?) to get there, or do you think I’ll easily find a taxi/tuk-tuk on the spot, considering we’ll arrive around 8/9 PM? Any idea of the price to expect (for three people) for this short trip?

About the Krabi/Ko Phi Phi route, I’m not entirely sure where the departure point is—I’ve attached a photo of the map. Which company is the most affordable? Do you think I can buy my ticket on the day just before departure and still be sure to get seats? Is it better to book in advance (if so, on which site)? Same question for the return trip from Ko Phi Phi to Krabi!

Hi there, for our upcoming trip, our flight to Phuket is scheduled to land around 10:40 PM. After that, we’ll need to collect our luggage, etc. Will we still be able to find taxis at that time at Phuket Airport? Thanks in advance for your replies.

Bonjour,

Si un français lit ce message, aurait il la gentillesse de nous expliquer comment cela s’est passé ainsi que les démarches (faut il vraiment renseigner chacun de ses mouvements sur une application...).

De même, un français mais qui n’arriverait pas de France mais d’un pays « pas à risque », car cela va être mon cas.

Merci

Bonsoir, J'aurais besoin de vous. Je pars en septembre a Koh Samui pour une quinzaine de jours, habituellement je me sers du WiFi bar et hôtel ce qui me convient bien. Pour les appels j'utilisais une application de Bouygues Telecom gratuite mais elle n'existe plus. Pourtant cela me permettait d'appeler mes parents gratuitement sur leur mobile. Mes parents n'ont pas internet sur leur mobile je ne peux donc pas communiqué avec eux sur Messenger ou autres... Je me disais que je pourrais acheter une carte sim et mettre dans un vieux portable. Je précise que je veux juste appelé pas besoin d'Internet, tout les 2/3 jours chez eux. Comment puis je procéder ? Merci de vos conseils. Les Prix Bonne soirée a vous

Bonjour à tous,

Je viens vous demander des conseils. Lors de mon prochain voyage, début avril, je compte louer un scooter pour visiter (à notre rythme) autour de Chiang Rai.

Pour pouvoir me déplacer sans me perdre, j'aimerai avoir quelques réponses :

- Existe t il une application qui permet d'utiliser un GSP sur smartphone hors connexion ?

- Vaut il mieux acheter une carte SIM sur place ? si oui, où acheter et comment faire fonctionner (désolé, je ne l'ai jamais fais).

Merci pour vos réponses.

SVP, Quel numéro d'autobus rouge doit t'on prendre à Bangkok , pour aller de Kao San Road jusqu' au LUMPINI PARK ? et vice-versa - ? Merçi Gdst.

Hello, I’m planning to leave on April 27th for Bangkok via AF (Air France), direct flight. We’re quite familiar with this destination (we’ve been there about a dozen times). My question is: what’s the current situation and atmosphere like there? Is it easy to get around—taxis, buses, flights, etc.? I know there’s always a gap between what the articles and French TV news say and the reality on the ground. Thanks in advance!

Le gouverneur a ordonné la fermeture de tous les hôtels de Phuket à partir de demain. Les clients dèjà dans l'hôtel purront rester, mais les nouveaux ne seront pas acceptés. Apparemment, les guest houses ne sont pas citées...

"All licensed hotels in Phuket province have been ordered closed by the Governor’s office effective Saturday 4th April. Those hotels that still are open and have guests are not allowed to accept new guests. For those with guests, they must report to the district offices. Once there are no guests, hotels must close. Only hotels that are being used by the government as hospitals or for observation of those with COVID-19 syndromes can be open at this time."

Bonjour, Je viens vous demander un conseil. Que pensez-vous des offres "Agoda homes" à bkk ou dans les grandes villes de Thaïlande ? En effet les prix sont très intéressants. Merci.

Je ne pense pas qu'il ait déjà été partagé mais j'ai (enfin!) trouvé un site extra pour s'y retrouver dans la myriade de bus publics de Bangkok.

En fait, il regroupe les bus, le Skytrain, le Métro et même les bateaux (Chao Phraya Express et Khlong Boat)

En vous laissant géolocaliser, il vous trouve l' arrêt de bus le plus proche et vous propose tous les tranports possibles pour vous rendre où vous le souhaitez. On peut consulter la feuille de route de chaque numéro de bus.

Bref, LE site indispensable pour s'y retrouver et connaitre Bangkok comme sa poche ! (Et au passage participer à l'effort collectif de baisser la pollution en utilisant les transports en commun) Et en plus en français, siouplé !!

www.transitbangkok.com/fr/

Un pub à Patong pour voir le match Nice PSG le dimanche 18 mars je vous remercie par avance

Bonjour Nous arrivons à Bangkok le samedi 16 février à 7h Pouvez vous nous conseiller pour optimiser notre 1ére journée en ayant voyager toute une journée? Nous sommes preneur de toute les infos Par avance, merci

J'envisage de partir en couple en janvier 2018 en Thaïlande pendant 2 semaines. Ce sera notre premiervoyage dans ce pays. Nous aimons les jolis paysages plus que la plage ... quel endroits nous conseillez-vous ? Ne parlant ni thaïlandais ni anglais, peut-on envisager de partir seuls ou est-il plus prudent de passer par une agence ? Merci pour votre aide