Back to paradise
A four-hour drive from Hua Hin to Bangkok may feel a bit tight in a Thai taxi, but the friendly fare and the chatter of the driver make up for a lot. Don Muang warmly welcomes travelers, but the home front is also not without surprises. With unexpected inconveniences, familiar tastes and a loving welcome, it was a colorful return.
Can you book a car with driver to Hua Hin without a reservation upon arrival at Don Muang?
Can you book a car with driver for a one-way trip to Hua Hin upon arrival at Don Muang, without prior reservation? I don't mean the regular taxis. There are several companies on the internet that offer this type of transport, but apparently you have to book in advance. I would rather do this upon arrival at the airport.
First time Bangkok? Read the tips from Thailandblog
When you fly to Thailand for the first time as a tourist and arrive at the international airport of Bangkok, with an almost unpronounceable name: soo-wana-poom, it is useful to prepare yourself somewhat.
Bolt app: What's the difference between Economy and Bolt?
If you order a taxi here in Pattaya via the Bolt app you have a few options. Most of them are clear to me, but what is the difference between an Economy taxi and a Bolt taxi?
Own transport versus hired workers
There are plenty of transport options in Thailand, but are they also pleasant and reliable enough for the tourist or expat who is spoiled at home? This writing does not pretend to be the universal comprehensive analysis of the total range of travel options in Thailand. It is a light-hearted story, with the sole purpose of amusing the reader, recalling his or her own memories and then possibly sharing them here with others, or simply reviewing them internally while chuckling to oneself. . So not for learning, but for entertainment.
'The best taxi driver in Thailand'
Sometimes I think, should I share this on Thailandblog? You also want to keep something exclusive for yourself. On the other hand, that would be a bit selfish and especially if you can help someone with it, that carries a lot of weight. That certainly applies to my regular taxi driver, he can always use some new customers, so hence this message.
My wife and I, in our late sixties, want to take a tour of Thailand on our own from mid-January to mid-February 2025. Our idea was to book a return flight and rent a pickup. We have been to Thailand together before and I have cycled in northeastern Thailand several times.
Suvarnabhumi introduces electric taxis
Airports of Thailand (AOT) is introducing a pioneering electric vehicle (EV) taxi service at Suvarnabhumi Airport, as part of its ambition to become Thailand's first 'green airport'. With 18 charging stations already installed and more on the way, this initiative promises to drastically reduce CO2 emissions and takes a big step towards sustainability.
From now on, travelers using taxi apps such as Uber or Bolt can enjoy a new pick-up location at Schiphol, close to the terminal. This handy spot on Koepelstraat is just a short walk from Schiphol Plaza. This improvement, including access for flight crews, makes traveling through Schiphol even smoother and more accessible.
Why I never arrived in Burma
It was April 2012 when I wanted to travel via Thailand to the country of Aung San Suu Kyi. First three days in Bangkok, then to Rangoon and then another week to the royal resort of Hua-Hin. I left Friday April 20 and never arrived in Burma
Common mistakes when arriving at Thailand airport
You have been on the plane for over 11 hours to your dream destination: Thailand and you want to get off the plane as quickly as possible. But then things often go wrong. If you don't know exactly what to do and where to be, you may have a false start. In this article we list a number of common mistakes when arriving at the international airport in Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) so that you do not have to make these rookie mistakes.
Traveling from Thailand to the Perhential Islands in Malaysia?
We would like to make a trip from Thailand to the Perhential Islands in Malaysia. The plan is to take the night train to Sungai Kolok, to cross the border there. Does anyone have experience with this border post? I can't find any information about the conditions there. It is recommended to take a motorbike taxi to immigration from the train station, but we travel with our luggage. Motorbike is therefore not an option.
Tuk-Tuk, a prominent means of transport in Thailand
A Tuk-Tuk is a striking appearance in the street scene in Thailand. Yet they sometimes have a bad image. Read why here.
How times are changing…. (reader submission)
This personal narrative offers a fascinating insight into the evolution of travel in Thailand and Malaysia over a period of four decades. The writer shares experiences from his first visit to Thailand 42 years ago, when taxi fares were still negotiable, to the present day when modern technologies such as taxi apps simplify travel. Infused with observations and anecdotes, the story vividly brings to life the changes in transportation, tourist attractions and everyday interactions, demonstrating how technological advances and globalization have transformed the travel experience.
Electric wheelchair taxi company from Bangkok to Hua Hin?
I arrive on December 20, I am looking for a wheelchair taxi to Hua Hin. Does anyone know a taxi company that does that? It must be a bus because it is an electric wheelchair.
Thailand Question: Difference Grab and Bolt?
I regularly use Bolt as a taxi here in Thailand and I really like it. Now you also have Grab, I have no experience with that. Does that work exactly the same? Are there also differences, in prices for example?
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.
From Bangkok to Buriram and share taxi costs?
I arrive at Suvarnabhumi (flight BR6, EVA Air) from Schiphol on January 14.30 at 76:XNUMX PM. From there I want to go to Buriram. Does anyone happen to be going there? Then we can share the taxi fare.
Are there also taxi companies in Suphanburi that go to Bangkok center or to Pattaya, for example? Friends in Suphanburi tell me that there are no taxi companies in Suphanburi. I can't imagine that, but unfortunately I couldn't find any companies on the internet.
Taxis registered in Bangkok are now allowed to operate outside seven provinces without using the taximeter.
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.
Your holiday in Thailand starts upon arrival at Bangkok Airport. Here's what you need to know when you arrive at Suvarnabhumi International Airport.