Mastering the Skytrain and MRT in Bangkok will change your Bangkok experience and avoid the city’s notorious traffic jams. This modern transit system is one that most tourists never fully figure out – but once you do, you’ll find it’s quicker and easier than taxis, and you reach any destination in air-conditioned comfort. This complete … Read more
“400 baht? No meter?” The taxi driver’s hopeful smile fades as I shake my head and turn toward the train station signs. After dozens of flights into Bangkok, I’ve compared the taxi vs train several times and learned that your first transport decision can make or break your arrival experience. Most guides just list your … Read more
I created this Bangkok Bus Guide because in my first year of living in Bangkok, I’ve discovered that the city reveals itself differently when you take the bus. While most visitors stick to the BTS and MRT, my moves from Punnawitthi to Ari and now to Rama 3 has taught me that they aren’t just … Read more
Forget sitting in Bangkok’s notorious traffic – Bangkok by boat offers a faster, cooler, and more interesting way to explore. A 20-baht boat ride can save you an hour of travel time while treating you to river breezes and views of glittering temples. Plus, you’ll discover parts of Bangkok most visitors never see: morning alms-giving … Read more
Last week, I sank into my spacious seat on the RRC bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Hua Hin, pulled out my laptop and realised something: in all my research about taking the Hua Hin to Bangkok bus, I’d never found a guide that actually told me what I needed to know. Sure, there were schedules … Read more