Bangkok’s new train station: Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal (Bang Sue Grand Station)
Long distance trains to and from Bangkok are now using a new railway station. On 19 January 2023, services moved away from Bangkok Hua Lamphong to the …
Travel in Thailand
How to buy Thailand train tickets online
Over the years, the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has introduced various online ticketing portals. They have been notoriously buggy to use and left …
New Bangkok Metro Stations Connect Chinatown and Old City
The opening of new metro stations in Bangkok has made it easier than ever to access some of the Thai capital’s major tourist attractions. The new …
How to Get to Bangkok’s Old City Area
From buses to boats, there are a number of options to reach Bangkok’s Old City area. The best way to get to the Thai capital’s historic …
How to Get to Hua Hin
If you are planning a trip to Hua Hin there are a host of options to get you to the seaside resort. The best way to get to Hua Hin will depend on …
Low Cost Airlines Add Routes to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Korat and Phuket
Two low-cost airlines have added additional routes providing passengers with more choice when flying internally within Thailand. The services are …
On Tour With the Veteran Samlor Drivers of Chiang Mai
65, 73, 98 . . . not the Thai lottery numbers, but the ages of an inspirational group of individuals; the samlor drivers of Chiang Mai. And 98 …
New Ferry Service Between Pattaya and Hua Hin
UPDATE:This ferry service no longer operates. It was suspended in early 2020 due to Covid and permanently closed in August 2020. A new ferry service …
Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong)
Located on the fringe of Bangkok’s Chinatown district, Bangkok railway station is the main rail terminus for the Thai capital. Many Thai people …
More Flights for Pattaya U-Tapao Airport
Pattaya’s U-Tapao airport is to get more flights as two domestic airlines, Kan Air and Air Asia, expand their operations in Thailand. And with …
Airport Bus Service to and from Bangkok Don Muang
For passengers travelling to or from Bangkok’s Don Muang airport there are a number of transport options available. The most convenient choice …
How to Get to Ko Pha Ngan
There are a number of different options for travel to Ko Pha Ngan. The best way to get to the island will depend on your preferred method of travel …
Free Airport Shuttle Bus Between Bangkok Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang
A free shuttle bus for passengers links Bangkok’s two airports, Suvarnabhumi (airport code BKK) and Don Muang (airport code DMK). It can be a …
Advice for Disabled People Visiting Bangkok and Other Areas of Thailand
Facilities and access for disabled travellers in Thailand still lag a long way behind countries like America, Australia and the United Kingdom. That …
Domestic Flights in Thailand
If you’re planning your travel route around Thailand, don’t assume that the bus or train is always going to be the cheapest option. When …
Buckle Up on Buses
A new law was recently introduced in Thailand making it compulsory for passengers to wear seat belts when using inter-provincial buses and public …
How to Beat the Bangkok Traffic Jams
Bangkok has a reputation for traffic jams and it’s something you should factor in to your travel plans if you need to get across the city to …
Flying with Bangkok Airways
‘Asia’s boutique airline’ – that’s the tag line used by Bangkok Airways. Boutique can often translate to expensive, but …