Planning my first trip to Thailand in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the US and have experience in a few different countries but this would be my first time in Thailand.
Thanks for any help!
Thailand — tipping etiquette
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10 Mar 2026 at 03:09
I was there in February and prices were exactly as described.
Spent about $129/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $129/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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10 Mar 2026 at 11:57
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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10 Mar 2026 at 23:52
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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11 Mar 2026 at 01:28
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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11 Mar 2026 at 10:26
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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11 Mar 2026 at 21:12
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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How does it compare to the Philippines?
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How does it compare to the Philippines?
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This matches my experience. Thailand is great value.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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13 Mar 2026 at 23:44
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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