The Rise and Fall of the Saamtaew
Which Pattaya ganger doesn't know him, that good old trusty songtaew (literally: two-bank, song = two)? The vehicle, which is perhaps best described as a group taxi, will take you from one place to another for next to nothing, especially on the beach side of Sukhumvit Road.
The "Bolt" taxi in Pattaya
For many years I have been using a scooter for my own transportation in Pattaya. In the beginning for groceries in the supermarket, but also for many trips in the area. I know the area between Sattahip and Laem Chabang quite well, but I haven't made those trips for a while. Until recently, use was limited to trips in the neighborhood and regular visits to the Megabreak pool hall.
Gasoline in Pattaya
Many gas stations close at 22.00 p.m. and if you run out of gas then you're out of luck. Not in Pattaya, because petrol is available 24 hours a day.
Guide to Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok (video)
Whoever travels from Belgium or the Netherlands to Thailand arrives at the international airport of Bangkok with the name Suvarnabhumi (which means land of gold).
Bangkok comes with real-time camera images for traffic information
The City of Bangkok (Bangkok Metropolitan Administration) has launched a website and telephone applications to allow the public to monitor traffic on Bangkok's roads in real time.
Taxi from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok
When you arrive after a 12 hour flight you only want one thing; to your hotel as soon as possible. That is fine with the Airport Rail Link, but most tourists still prefer a taxi.
New bus routes Thailand – Laos from 15 June
Following the relaxation of entry rules for Thailand next month, Transport Co Ltd will expand its bus routes to destinations in Laos from June 15, 2022.
The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) has provided updates on the construction of the new and widest suspension bridge across the Chao Phraya River. The bridge will be commissioned in mid-2023.
Your holiday in Thailand starts upon arrival at Bangkok Airport. Here's what you need to know when you arrive at Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
Organizers of the 43rd Bangkok International Motor Show say the event generated a total of 33.936 orders. The last day of the auto show was last Sunday.
Train journey Bangkok – Hua Hin (video)
Taking the train from Bangkok to Hua Hin is a nice trip. I myself have traveled this route about five times and I always found it an experience. The only drawback is that it is rather slow. From Bangkok to Hua Hin easily takes four hours.
Free with the Red Line in Bangkok between Bang Sue – Rangsit and Bang Sue – Taling Chan
The Governor of the State Railways of Thailand (SRT), Nirut Maneephan, has announced that travelers will be able to test ride the Red line for free for three months from August 2, 2021.
When trams still ran in Bangkok
It is a pity that there are no trams in Bangkok since 1968, because I think a tram is a wonderful means of public transport.
Luxury train: the Eastern & Oriental Express (video)
The Eastern & Oriental Express is a very luxurious train. The route Bangkok – Singapore enjoys the beautiful scenery of tropical rainforest, mountain passes, rubber plantations, while stops are made in Kanchanaburi, Butterworth and Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia).
The State Railways of Thailand (SRT) said the double track being built in Hua Hin is about 85 percent complete. Despite construction running slightly behind schedule, the double-track line, which is being built by China Railway Signal & Communication Company, should be operational by early January 2023.
Higher fines for traffic violations in Thailand
In 2020, the Thai government announced a series of new and higher traffic fines to improve road safety in Thailand. On May 31, the Thai government's official Facebook page posted a reminder listing some increased traffic fines.
License plate numbers in Thailand
I've had a thing for car license plates all my life. Call it an anomaly, something everyone is entitled to have some, right? It started when I was a very small boy and to this day I can't take my eyes off the license plate numbers of cars I encounter or pass.