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Welcome to the Thailand branch!
Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Thailand branch.
It is highly recommended that new users check out the Thailand FAQ thread before posting a new thread as you may find many of the answers you seek there. It also contains helpful information about how to search the forum and advice for how to post your questions to obtain the most useful responses.
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We want to remind you that this is a place for travellers to share tips, information, and their experiences about Thailand. Though we understand and respect that many of our posters have strong political beliefs, we ask that you debate these in a more appropriate environment, like a political forum or even your real life! Needless to say, starting and/or continuing such arguments will not be appreciated by our moderation team and off-topic thr...
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28-Jun-2009 12:21
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Welcome! This is the home of those looking for information or looking to share information about Thailand.
Here are some tips to help you find the information you want and need:
1. Research before asking a question. It will help you get better, more detailed and useful answers from the community if you've already done some homework. It's also polite. The community is here to help, but we're not your personal search engine. Invest some preliminary time and we'll happily help you fill in the gaps.
2. Explore Lonely Planet's Destinations online, which has a wealth of key info and tips.
3. Have a good look around the Thorn Tree before asking your question - quite often your question (or one very simila...
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15-Nov-2009 09:58
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Over the years many of you have told us you'd like to take just the parts of our books you really need. We thought about how best to do this, and last year launched Pick & Mix , which enables you to buy, download and print individual chapters from Lonely Planet guides in digital (PDF) format.
Last week, we added our entire range of Asia books to Pick & Mix, which means you can now get our Thailand guides by the chapter. So you can check it out for yourself, the first chapter of each guide is free to download. You can see Pick & Mix here.
This is still a new thing for us, and I'd appreciate any suggestions or feedback.
Tom Hall
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05-Dec-2008 19:55
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29-Nov-2009 20:37
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Thailand has changed the rules for people entering the country via land borders. If you are planning a trip to Southeast Asia, or are on the road now, then read this and prepare to either alter your plans or get better acquainted with your local Thai consulate.
So what's the deal?
While the official English translation of the order has yet to be published (and is unlikely to appear before next week due to today's holiday for the King's birthday), a combination of an unofficial translation and reports from various borders suggest the speculation is accurate. The headline change is that anyone crossing into Thailand by land, who doesn't already have a visa from a Thai embassy or consulate, will be ALLOWED TO STAY ONLY 15 DAYS, not the previous 30.
This does not apply to people flying into Thailand, who can still get 'stamped in' - or in official parlance enter under the 't...
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30-Nov-2009 03:11
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30-Nov-2009 08:49
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Last July I decided when up in Chiang Mai to hire a 250 dirt bike and take to the MHS loop - one of the best experiences of my small life to date.
I'm heading back out to bkk and heading south at the end of the year - my question is: Does anyone know of any good destinations for taking to the road on a bike around Surat Thani?
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30-Nov-2009 01:35
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30-Nov-2009 01:59
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hi there
did anybody did recently the pinta gold or pinta cruise.(after all bad experiences on this forum people had last october)?i want to do the 2 days/1night .if anybody recently came home from this trip i'm happy to hear your recommendation!! on any company. thanks in advance
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29-Nov-2009 22:14
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29-Nov-2009 22:56
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Does anybody know the prices of back-up devices for digital photographs in Bangkok?
I'm looking for something of around 60gb capacity made by CameraBuddy, Photobank, Hyperdrive or similar, and was wondering if I could pick one up more cheaply in Bangkok than the UK.
And I'd also be interested to know the best place to buy them. I've been to the Pantip Plaza electronics market on a previous trip but would be keen to hear of other places that offer good deals.
Thanks everyone.
PJ
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29-Nov-2009 21:20
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30-Nov-2009 04:19
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Has anyone been to this theme park what is it like. Would it be suitable for a 15 and 18 year old girl. Are there any other theme parks at Phuket.
Thank you for any help.
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29-Nov-2009 20:56
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30-Nov-2009 09:54
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Hello
as the subject says: what's the best (=cheap, fast, convenient) way to get from KSR or neighbourhood to the skytrain as they are exactly opposite each other in BKK as far as I can see.
What are the possibilities and what do they cost?
Thank you!
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29-Nov-2009 20:39
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30-Nov-2009 01:28
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I am thinking of taking my teenage girls to Phuket. I recently returned from Sabah Borneo where my husband and I travelled around.
We felt that Borneo was in its infancy as far as tourism, and although we enjoyed it, I don't think my teenage girls would cope with it.
Is Phuket similar or far more touristy. I guess what I am asking is, do they cater well with food, and toilets etc.
Thanks Leanne
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29-Nov-2009 18:24
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30-Nov-2009 07:10
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So ive either got the choice of staying here in Kathmandu for my birthday (30th Dec) and NYE or i get a flight to Bangkok a few weeks eariler than planned to celebrate it there
What usually happens in Bangkok on NYE?? ie - any fireworks, street parties or stuff along the river???
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29-Nov-2009 17:26
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30-Nov-2009 09:20
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It seems like Thailand has cemented itself as the jump off point for any great modern adventure. I have been here two months getting started with my motorcycle carried circumnavigation of the world. It's crazy, hilarious, beautiful, and ridiculously frustrating. Video, photography, and some sharp writing about the trip at www.RidingOutTheEconomy.wordpress.com I hope the sight helps a lot of people thinking about heading to Thailand or off on a slow travel adventure. Especially we idealistic, energetic, thirsty, young adults.
Tony
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29-Nov-2009 13:46
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worldbackpacker »
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29-Nov-2009 18:28
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Does anybody know the price of the cheapest, direct, business class flight, one way from Bangkok to UK (purchased in Bangkok) and will I have any problems getting my 30 day visa at the airport on entry, I will have proof of funds and my hotel booked.
Thanks in advance
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29-Nov-2009 13:03
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29-Nov-2009 21:53
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I'm traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani. I fly into BKK about 1600 and I plan to go either to the train station or the northern bus station to catch an overnight ride to Ubon. Questions: How sure a thing is it to buy a walk-up ticket on a Tuesday night in January? Is there an english site for Nokhorn Chai Air? Can I purchase a bus/train ticket at the airport? And do any buses/trains leave for Ubon from the Bangkok airport? Lots of questions, I know. I really appreciate the help.
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29-Nov-2009 11:06
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jkca »
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29-Nov-2009 21:45
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Hi-
I'm confused about the driving time from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son. One of my sources seems to indicate it is around 8 hours while the other suggests it is around 2 1/2 hours. Can someone help me figure out the truth?
JK
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29-Nov-2009 10:48
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Cocodrilo »
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29-Nov-2009 21:43
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Cocodrilo »
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The national park fees have been raised by 200 baht, and while tour operators have appealed this, the price still stands. Just to let you know.
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29-Nov-2009 10:46
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30-Nov-2009 03:41
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Due to a change in my flight's itinerary I will have to stay overnight in Bangkok. I will be arriving at 6:00 PM and have to catch a flight the next day at 8:00 AM. Does anyone have ideas of a hostel or area close to the airport, that will have good food and easy access to taxis early in the morning?
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29-Nov-2009 08:21
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29-Nov-2009 16:28
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whats the best town to do a hilltribe trek in northern thailand?
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29-Nov-2009 04:50
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29-Nov-2009 13:34
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need an under $40 per night place to stay. arriving at midnight after 17 hour flight. will spend 1 day in bangkok then flying to laos.
Khao San Road sounds good.
read of Lamphu and Vieng Tai but they seem pretty expensive.
suggestions appreciated
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