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Beware of the "bird lady" on your way to Wat Pho (Warnings)

Added: 2009-08-24 12:16:19 in Bangkok, Thailand

On my way to Wat Pho (where the Reclining Buddha is situated) I was greeted by a woman who was shoving into my palm packets of rice and corn with which to feed the pigeons. I didn't take them because...Read full tip...

Landing in Bangkok (Accommodation)

Added: 2009-08-24 16:21:21 in Bangkok, Thailand

Upon arrival to Bangkok (midnight time) I met some backpackers that took a room in a near by hotel because they were affraid to get to to the Khaosan late. There shouldn't be any problem arriving there...Read full tip...

Duty-free shop scams (Warnings)

Added: 2009-08-25 11:11:03 in Bangkok, Thailand

Always be on the look-out for scams in Thailand.  A known scam is accusing a tourist of shoplifting in duty-free shops at the Bangkok Airport.  Then, the scammers will threaten the accused...Read full tip...

Floating Market (Itineraries)

Added: 2009-09-14 11:20:14 in Bangkok, Thailand

Getting to Bangkok’s floating market is like a love/hate relationship. At first you’ll hate the noise, heat, pollution and traffic but as you traverse the river and “klong” market...Read full tip...