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Before going to Bangkok, I wasn’t really interested in Thai culture. However, I saw that many people praised Thailand for its high quality and reasonable price, so I decided to visit and have a look. Unexpectedly, I was surprised. I like it, Bangkok is such a charming city! This time I took my mother on a trip and had a lot of fun during 6 days and 6 nights. Not only was the Thai architecture amazing, but the cheap food was also crazy.

Bangkok is very suitable for beginners to self-guided tours. Due to its convenient transportation, affordable accommodation, and affordable prices, it is definitely a good place to choose whether it is a trip for a luxury lady, a backpacker trip for a small bourgeoisie, or a family trip. The following is a summary of pre-trip planning and preparation for Bangkok, Thailand.

Free travel in Bangkok - Thai visa

Unfortunately, since Thailand has not yet granted visa-free treatment to Taiwan, if you want to visit Thailand, you must first pay the "visa fee" and do business in Thailand. The visa fee for the office to apply for is NT$1,200, but it is time-consuming and time-consuming. If time is limited, it is not recommended to apply for it by yourself. All major travel agencies in the market have agents who charge a handling fee ranging from 100 to 300. Spend a little money and save yourself the trouble. It's well worth the trouble.

Free travel to Bangkok - air tickets

The air tickets to Bangkok, Thailand are about 8,000 to 10,000 yuan, and sometimes there are promotional prices lower than 8,000. There are many direct flights to Bangkok. Among them, the three low-cost airlines, NokScoot, Tigerair, and Thai Lion Air, often have better prices. Use flight comparison websites to compare prices. If you are lucky, you can find cheap and good air tickets.

This time I bought a China Airlines flight with a late departure and late return. It was already early the next morning when I arrived in Bangkok. The fare was $8085 per person (departing on 10/26), which is a pretty good price.

Bangkok BKK Airport: I like BKK Airport very much. The circulation is clear, bright and spacious, and the design and decoration are even more amazing. It is indeed a world-class international airport. Compared with Taoyuan Airport, I feel that it is much smaller.

Free travel in Bangkok - Mobile Internet

"With a phone in hand, you can travel freely" In the digital age, mobile Internet has become an essential tool for travel. This time I used kkday Ordering Thailand's True Move H 8-day Sim card, which has 3G data and 100 baht call charges, only costs $132, which is very cheap and practical. Change the SIM card first when you are on the plane, and you can start using the mobile network as soon as you get off the plane. You can find your way or call a car without any problem.

Free Travel in Bangkok - Accommodation Recommendations

Bangkok is a big international tourist city. It is full of large and small restaurants, apartments, and hotels. Most of the accommodation prices are very affordable. I chose three accommodations and all had great experiences. I recommend them to everyone.

1. BKK Airport Accommodation-Pongsakorn Boutique Resort

This hotel is located in Checheng, about 10 minutes near BKK Airport. It has a 24-hour reception desk, as well as airport and hotel services. Round trip transfer ($150 per trip), double room only costs NT$639 (price in October), clean, bright and comfortable, very suitable for overnight stay for travelers who have just got off the plane or are about to take a flight.

2. Accommodation in downtown Bangkok - K Home Asok

This time we stayed here for 4 nights in downtown Bangkok. The style is simple and clean, a bit like a B&B, and the proprietress lives here. Management and reception are on the first floor.

The location is very good, located behind Terminal 21, only a 5-minute walk from the BTS (MRT) Asok Station, and also close to the MRT (Subway) Sukhumvit Station, at the junction of the MRT and the subway. You can even take the MRT and transfer to the "Airport Link" directly to BKK Airport, and the cost is very affordable. A double room costs just over $1,000. It's really hard to choose!

3. Pattaya accommodation-Movenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya

A five-star chain hotel located on Jomtien Beach in Pattaya, although the location is far away (not (about 30 minutes’ drive from the city), but you can also enjoy the tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of the downtown area. The biggest feature of this hotel is that all rooms have sea views. Once you open the window, you can look out at the sea, which is refreshing!

In addition to the stunning sea view rooms, the hotel also provides a number of facilities, such as private beaches, swimming pools, gyms, SPA rooms, restaurants and bars, etc., as well as the famous "Chocolate Time", as long as you stay All passengers can enjoy free desserts. Among the five-star hotels, the price is very affordable, about $3,000 per night including buffet breakfast. It is a holiday destination where you will not want to leave once you enter.

Bangkok Free Travel - Voltage

The voltage in Thailand is 220V. Although it is different from Taiwan’s 110V, if you want to use 3C products, you basically do not need to bring a transformer. Today’s 3C supplies Most of them can change the voltage by themselves.

In addition, Taiwan's two-hole plug can be directly plugged into a Thai socket without the need to prepare an additional adapter.

Free Travel in Bangkok - Currency Exchange

The Thai baht is not a mainstream currency. In Taiwan, it can only be exchanged at the Bank of Taiwan and other banks at the airport. In addition to the poor exchange rate, there is also an additional fee. For a handling fee of NT100, it is recommended to exchange 1,000 to 2,000 baht first, and then take the Taiwan dollars to Thailand to exchange. In addition, Thailand has regulations that require tourists to carry 20,000 baht or its equivalent in cash when entering the country. Remember to bring enough cash.

If you don’t want to exchange Thai baht in Taiwan, there are currency exchange places at Bangkok Airport. Although the exchange rate is not very good, you can first exchange a small amount of cash for a ride (you can only pay in cash on public transportation), and then go to the city to find netizens. Super Rich is highly recommended for money exchange, the exchange rate is really much better!

■TIP: I personally feel that Bangkok is not a good place to use credit cards. Except for hotels, large restaurants and department stores, you basically have to pay in cash for other food, drinks and entertainment, so it is recommended to exchange more Thai Baht. You can change it back when you're done.

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Free travel in Bangkok - urban transportation

Bangkok is for sightseeing In big cities, the two main means of public transportation are the Mass Rapid Transit (BTS) and the Subway (MRT). Due to the heavy traffic, traffic jams are easy to occur in the urban area. It is recommended to take the BTS or the subway to avoid traffic jams and delay the journey. In addition, you can take the Airport Link from the city to the airport. It takes about 50 minutes to reach BKK Airport, which is very convenient.

If the scenic spot is in the Chao Phraya River area, there is no subway or MRT to reach it. Apart from taking a ferry, the main road transportation is Taxi (colorful Thai taxis) and tuk-tuks. , but drivers in Bangkok usually don’t jump on the meter to calculate the price. They mainly use shouting. It is recommended to download the Grab App in Southeast Asia (Uber in Thailand has been merged by Grab). The price is relatively cheap, the price is open and transparent, and it will not be cheated. Sent to the wrong (randomly sent) place.

Free travel in Bangkok - itinerary planning

The advantage of free travel is that you can sleep late and get up without rushing the schedule, and you can visit a spot for as long as you want ~ My itinerary I tend to be in a "loose" state, but I really like this slow pace, not to mention taking my mother with me. Such a leisurely trip is more suitable for elders (definitely not an excuse).

■Day1: Airport → Chatuchak Market → The Camp Vintage Flea Market → Terminal21

Chatuchak Market: Weekend only, the largest market in Thailand, covering an area It is as wide as 8 football fields and has about 15,000 stalls. There are so many stalls that it is impossible to browse them all. It is a must-visit market for tourists in Bangkok.

The Camp Vintage Flea Market: Bangkok’s new flea market is located next to the Chatuchak Market. Stalls start to appear at 4 pm. This market mainly sells second-hand supplies and is suitable for tourists to dig out. precious.

Terminal21: A shopping mall with a terminal theme. Each floor is themed after a different country or city. Going upstairs is Departure and going downstairs is Arrival. It is very unique. !

■Day2: Bangkok → Maeklong Railway Market → Amphawa Floating Market → Bangkok

Maeklong Railway Market: Located in the suburbs of Bangkok about 70 to 80 kilometers away, here There is a wonderful scene of a train passing through the market. Whenever the train comes, the vendors are busy closing the curtains and waiting for the train to pass by to set up their stalls again.

Amphawa Floating Market: An authentic floating market in Thailand. The most special scene is that vendors grill seafood on boats, while tourists dine on both sides of the river to experience a different Thai style.

■Day3: Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew → Wat Arun → Asiatique Riverside Pier Night Market

Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew: The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are closely connected together, forming the most beautiful place in Bangkok Important attractions that must be visited. Its architecture is gorgeous and majestic, its carvings are exquisite, and its splendor is eye-opening and shocking.

Temple Arun: Also known as Temple of Dawn, it is the greatest cultural heritage left by King Mengkut during the Ayutthaya period. Known as the "Thailand Eiffel Tower", the totems are exquisite and layered. It is one of my favorite attractions.

Asiatique Riverside Pier Night Market: Although it is a night market, it feels like an outdoor outlet in Europe and the United States. The stalls are well-organized, clean and bright, and it gives the illusion of being in a European and American country. Although the prices are relatively high, it is still worth a visit. There are many delicious and good things to buy.

■Day4: Bangkok→Pattaya→Central Festival Pattaya Beach→Movenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya (hotel vacation)

Central Festiva lPattaya Beach: Located in downtown Pattaya The shopping mall is close to Pattaya Beach. Many tourists will stop by for shopping and dining, and upstairs is the five-star hotel Hilton.

Exclusive beach of Movenpick Siam Hotel: After arriving at the hotel, I ran to the beach to lie in a daze, blowing the sea breeze and watching the sunset, it was really healing! After a long journey from Bangkok to this place, all the fatigue completely disappeared in front of such beautiful scenery.

■Day5: Movenpick Siam Hotel Na Jomtien Pattaya (Hotel Resort) → Bangkok → BigC Shopping

Movenpick Siam Hotel Swimming Pool: The Movenpick Hotel located on Jomtien Beach in Pattaya has many facilities. For example, I really like this beautiful swimming pool view. I can stay here and lie here all day.

Movenpick Siam Hotel exclusive beach: The hotel also provides free water sports. It is really enjoyable to play on the clean private beach. The environment is clean and peaceful, so relaxing!

BigC: This is a large shopping mall in Thailand with great prices. Many tourists like to come here to buy snacks and souvenirs. It has a variety of choices and great prices. It is listed as a "must-buy place in Thailand" by netizens.

■Day6: Erawan Shrine → Pratunam Market → Red Big Brother Hainanese Chicken Rice → Airport

Erawan Shrine: Erawan Shrine is a must-visit attraction for tourists in Bangkok. Many people come here specifically to pay homage. Make wishes and fulfill wishes, the incense is very strong, and there is always an endless stream of people.

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Pratunam Market: Bangkok’s largest clothing wholesale market is a bit like Wufenpu in Taipei. It has a wide range of products and low prices. Many locals also like to come here to shop and buy goods.

Red Brother Hainanese Chicken Rice: The famous Hainanese Chicken Rice next to Pratunam Market, you can see a long queue of people from a distance. This restaurant has won the Michelin award, no wonder gourmets come from far and wide to visit it. Come.

Bangkok Free Travel - Budget

This 6-day and 6-night self-guided trip with my mother includes air tickets, visas, travel insurance, accommodation, food, drinks and entertainment, etc., a The cost per person is about NT$18,462, and the details are as follows:

Although it does not cost much, it can be full of fun, food and accommodation. It shows how affordable Thailand is. No wonder tourists from all over the world are like this I like traveling to Thailand. After all, the affordable prices combined with the mid-to-high-end travel quality make it hard not to like it.

This article is authorized and provided by Wendy’s Journey, the resident blogger of Quba. The original source is: 6 days and 6 nights of self-guided travel in Bangkok, Thailand, get started for the first time! Pre-trip planning, transportation arrangements, and accommodation recommendations

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