Transport in Bangkok (video)
As you can expect in a city of millions, traffic in Bangkok is chaotic. If you, as a tourist, do not want to lose valuable holiday time in traffic jams, it is good to be aware of the means of transport in the capital of Thailand.
Why traffic in Bangkok is chaotic
The accompanying photo is circulating on Facebook that makes it clear what is wrong with traffic in Bangkok.
Thailand blog tips: BTS Skytrain Bangkok
Traffic in Bangkok is a disaster, especially during rush hour. If, as a tourist, you do not want to waste valuable holiday time with long queues, then the BTS Skytrain is a godsend for you.
2013 Bangkok International Motor Show (video)
The 34th Bangkok International Motor Show from March 27 – April 7 was another success. After all, expensive car brands are hard to find in status-hungry Thailand.
Thailand is deeply in debt
Thailand will borrow 7 trillion baht over the next 2 years for investments in the country's infrastructure. Economists and opposition are deeply concerned about the debt burden.
Bus from Bangkok Airport to Hua Hin
A bus has been running from Bangkok Airport (Suvarnabhumi) to Hua Hin for some time now. A welcome addition to the existing range of transport such as the train, minivan and taxi.
Bangkok's second international airport, Don Mueang, will be better served by two new bus connections from Bangkok.
With 26.000 road deaths per year, Thailand ranks sixth among the countries with the most road casualties in the world, writes The Nation.
The motorcycle devils of Bangkok
Sitting on the back of a 'moped', the drivers drive you to your destination at lightning speed. Moped is actually not a correct name because you can definitely not call 125 cc a moped.
Chiang Mai is the first city to get a high-speed train
Chiang Mai, the main gateway to Thailand's northern destinations, will be the first city to receive a high-speed rail link to Bangkok.
Traveling between Thailand and Cambodia has been easier since December 29, 2012 thanks to a new bus connection. The bus departs from Bangkok to Siem Reap and Phnom Penh in Cambodia.
A business class trip to Dubai/Bangkok
Mathias Hoogeveen flew business class with the A380 from Emirates to Dubai. Sleeping or watching a movie didn't get much done. "Wow, is this plane food or is this Michelin level?"
Delays at Bangkok Airport due to THAI ground staff strikes
A strike by Thai Airways International (THAI) ground staff causes delays to several flights at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok.
Whoever makes taxi driver Prasit laugh gets a discount
The media has already made him a celebrity: taxi driver Prasit Suwan (70) has a karaoke set in his car. It doesn't look good; passengers are free to start a song.
New: VIP Bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Hua Hin
Good news for everyone who wants to travel comfortably from Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok to Hua Hin. This is possible from November 29 with a VIP bus.
By train: Pattaya – Bangkok (future)
It will come as no surprise to most of you that my main conclusion is: taking the train from Pattaya to Bangkok or vice versa is not an alternative to the other means of transport. Let's take a closer look at that.
Bangkok taxis are among the best in the world
Bangkok is one of the cities with the best taxis in the world, according to an annual global taxi survey.