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Travel to Thailand. By: Alessandra & Afra. Why Thailand.
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Travel to Thailand By: Alessandra & Afra
Why Thailand Thailand could be the best place for people who are going alone for the first time for big or small families because of its less expensive for traveling. The place is good for new and not so new travelers like backpackers . You can choose to travel alone or with friends and families as it has great and yet exotic food Tom Kha Kai (Chicken in Coconut Soup) as its also famous for its street food. This place is also for the people who like to have an adventure ,to try new things and new experience with cheaper costs . Thailand also has a rich history and culture for those who are interested in the arts and cuture this place is for you.
Weather In Thailand there are three types of seasons, hot season from March to May , cool season from November to February and finally rainy season from near June to October. The best time to visit for most people is between November and March when the weather seemed the most calm for beaches in Thailand and also main time of national and regional festivals . But if not interested of crowded places filled of tourists and wanted low prices of rooms then go in April to June, September and October.
Geographical Features In Thailand the main geographical features are the High mountains on Northern Thailand extended along the Myanmar border down to the Kra Isthmus and Malay Peninsula. Approximately the center plain with an upland plateau. This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA
Manners and rules in Thailand 1. Don’t show the bottom of your feet as it’s considered the dirtiest part of your body.2. Don’t touch someone's head as it is the most sacred.3. Don’t point your fingers to others as this action is considered rude like in other culture.4. Don’t shout in public places.5.Respect the king or else it will land you in prison.6.Don’t throw things or objects to someone. 7.Remove your shoes like in a temple while visiting houses. 8. Return a wai , if someone give you a wai gesture ( It is hands together in front and head slightly bowed ).9. Do not eat with your bare hands, use utensils/chopsticks.10.Show respect to monks like greet them with wai, monks do not have to return the wai as they considered to be monks receive the higher wai than ordinary people.11.A smile is the most important manner as it was used as an apology or during negotiation to relax whenever something goes not as planned, and just in everyday life.
Transportation of Thailand There are many types transportation in Thailand, like for example: TukTuk: It is the famous three wheeled vehicle but it is more expensive than motorcycle taxi or Songthaew because it is popular to tourist Taxi: It is a comfortable way to travel in the nice air conditioning from the heat in Bangkok. Motorcycle Taxi: It is the best way if you are looking for cheaper cost in short distances but only for one person per ride Songthaew: the name means ‘two rows’ in English ,it is also use because of cheap cost for long distances, it is only 10 baht to travel one side to a town to the other . Bus: This is great alternative if you are going by an airplane or the train if you are on a budget . Bangkok BTS Skytrain: It is over ground and under ground railway, it is the best way to travel as already it goes to the popular places in Bangkok. Bangkok MRT Subway: the railway contains 18 stops in Bangkok and intersects with the bts sky train. Train: It is more expensive option of transportation but gives more comfortable option to travel then goes the similar routes of long distances buses Travel by air: it is the quickest way to travel around long distances in Thailand like for example going to the island This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA
Hotel Baan Wanglang Riverside, Bangkok puts this an 8.4 rating in booking.com with the Beautiful views of the outside of Thailand with the beautiful river. As it also gives a offering of rooms of the private balcony and offers restaurant , Free wifi, Airport transportation , laundry and dry cleaning service , break fast included and available an with a wonderful staff . And also near to the places to go for seven days .
Food places near Tonmakok - Baan Wanglang Riverside: Serve great quality Thai food with a beautiful view by the river. Reservation is accepted as well. N10 café: Why not have a cup of coffee with a nice view by the river, with outdoor seating. Wind water view: place with great value Thai meals with pleasant ambiance by the river Sweetofu: It is a small ice cream shop that has many flavors to choose from. It gives a calm and cozy atmosphere but only can fit 10 people at a time. Favour Cafe': It has great deserts, smoothies and coffee with a vegetarian friendly environment. Ta'cone: It is a food truck with Mexican street food cuisine, clean and tasty but less variety in the menu. Savoey Restaurant Tha Maharaj: It has 4.0 rating in trip advisor with great view by the river. A Vegetarian Friendly and serves good Thai food, as well.
Day 1 The Grand Palace, located in the heart of Bangkok, can tell stories and events that help to learn the rich history and the culture of Thailand. It is with intricate, beautiful set of complex buildings beyond its time (1782) by its vibrant, unique and bold colors of the statues and buildings. Dress code must be followed while visiting the place. Do not show your torso, shoulders and knees and tight clothing as well.
Day 2 The other side of Bangkok – a taste of Bangkok is a way to tour around the city of Bangkok by bike. It offers a unique experience to discover in the city by its customizable route in the site. It gives insight into the lifestyle of Thailand and its interesting places to go and to do like, for example, the market place and its food.
Day 3 The National Museum of Bangkok talks about the history of Thailand as well, but it’s more detailed of the different artifacts of statues (mostly buddas), weapons to funeral caskets and the carriage of the royal family. If some chances they put on a show of traditional dance or play. Same dress code must be followed to enter this place.
Day 4 Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) the oldest and largest temples in Bangkok is also a beautiful temple with humongous statue of a sleeping statue Buddha it more than 1500 feet in length with so many statues of Buddha , this can tell the brief culture of Thailand. Same dress code must be followed.
Day 5 Grasshopper Adventures - Bangkok Night Bike Tour has it’s advantage of you less crowded than daytime and better to explore in a cooler temperature for sight seeing. It is personally customizable like you are free to go any route for sightseeing with the fascinating places you are interested with especially the night life.
Day 6 Supatra Boat services are actually one of oldest boat operators on the Chao Phraya river, it gives you options to customize wear to gain the river. On the Chao Phraya river especially in the area Tha Wang Lang – Siriraj - Thammasat University.
Day 7 The Comedy House of Bangkok why not a little laughter and comedy in Thailand. Is the most hilarious entertainment that is also feature of world-class comedians. The comedians are friendly and kind. Laughter is the best medicine that you can give yourself.
Summary Seven days for Thailand (Family) and costs • Baan Wanglang Riverside, Bangkok(For 7 days) – 8,750 • The Grand Palace – 500 baht • The Other Side of Bangkok- A taste of Bangkok-1,200 baht • The National Museum Bangkok-200 baht • Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho)-100 baht • Grasshopper Adventures - Bangkok Night Bike Tour • Supatra Boat – 1,500 baht • The Comedy House Bangkok- 250 bahttotal = 12,400 baht = aed 422.87 per person with one room for seven days = 1010 aed First book at least a day (GMT+7) advance to get it cheap
