http://www.destination360.com/forum/ Travel Forum - Post your questions on Thailand or share your travel stories with fellow travelers. And read our travel guides for expert advice on traveling to Thailand. en Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:48:04 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.destination360.com/forum/images/VBSilver_tc/misc/rss.jpg http://www.destination360.com/forum/ http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7965-bangkok-red-light-district.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:20:21 GMT what is Bangkok Red Light District area most visited by tourists and can i expect to find there? what is Bangkok Red Light District area most visited by tourists and can i expect to find there? ]]> Thailand s4noss http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7965-bangkok-red-light-district.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7964-accomodation-thailand.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:14:02 GMT hi,

What type of accommodation in Thailand would you recommend for a party of 6. we're wondering our options and any suggestions are appreciated..thanks ]]> Thailand matadorez http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7964-accomodation-thailand.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7919-thailand-boat-tours.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:23:35 GMT hey people, Has anyone done Thailand boat tours before and what did you do during the tour? also, are Thailand boat tours available in English... hey people,

Has anyone done Thailand boat tours before and what did you do during the tour? also, are Thailand boat tours available in English language speaking? ]]> Thailand kittylittyJ http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7919-thailand-boat-tours.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7918-backpacking-thailand.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:20:30 GMT we're planning backpacking in Thailand and we wanted to ask if you know of popular area amongst backpackers that are also not too far from the main attractions? ]]> Thailand archive20 http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7918-backpacking-thailand.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7917-things-do-bangkok.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:00:50 GMT hi guys,

We'll be in Bangkok for 2 weeks and want to enjoy our stay as much as possible. Can you guys share some of the popular things to do in Bangkok?

cheers! ]]> Thailand missnoname http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7917-things-do-bangkok.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7916-restaurants-thailand.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:57:08 GMT Hi, I will be traveling to Thailand for the first time and i am not sure what to expect in terms of food, cuisine and restaurants in Thailand. ... Hi,

I will be traveling to Thailand for the first time and i am not sure what to expect in terms of food, cuisine and restaurants in Thailand.

To be more specific, we'll be in Bangkok and I was wondering if you could tell me what to expect in terms of restaurants and if you have any suggestions?

Many thanks ]]> Thailand cameoutwrong http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7916-restaurants-thailand.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7915-thailand-transportation-buses-thailand.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:40:09 GMT hey guys, does anyone know what Thailand transportation is like and what methods of transportation are best to get around? Also, how does Thailand... hey guys, does anyone know what Thailand transportation is like and what methods of transportation are best to get around?

Also, how does Thailand buses look like?

thanks for the input in advance! ]]> Thailand okayno http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7915-thailand-transportation-buses-thailand.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7914-thailand-travel.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:35:41 GMT hello, I was wondering if you could give some advice on Thailand travel and tell us when the peak seasons are there and when the best time might... hello,

I was wondering if you could give some advice on Thailand travel and tell us when the peak seasons are there and when the best time might be to enjoy a holiday in Thailand? ]]> Thailand newnew2 http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7914-thailand-travel.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7709-thailand-travel-forum.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:43:41 GMT Are you looking for Thailand advice and information from Thailand Travel Forum members? Post Thailand travel questions and get insights from real... Are you looking for Thailand advice and information from Thailand Travel Forum members?

Post Thailand travel questions and get insights from real travelers and forum members. Some of the highlights of the Thailand travel forum are threads on hotels in Phucket and Thailand beaches.

Get advice on temple of the emerald Buddha as well as Thai travel agents.

Vacationbuddy ]]> Thailand VacationBuddy http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/7709-thailand-travel-forum.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/6928-beware-wired-destinations.html Fri, 28 Aug 2009 21:17:37 GMT In November 2008 I made a reservation through WIRED-DESTINATIONS for a 3-night stay in Bangkok. However, due to the closure of the airport in... In November 2008 I made a reservation through WIRED-DESTINATIONS for a 3-night stay in Bangkok. However, due to the closure of the airport in Bangkok, the flight from Manila on the 2nd of December 2008 was cancelled.

Shortly afterwards I received an e-mail from WIRED-DESTINATIONS stating that I would receive a full refund of US$139.00 minus administrative charges. I was told that I would receive this refund between 15-45 days of their e-mail.

In mid-February 2009 I contacted the company asking why I had not received the refund yet. I was told their accounts department would be advised of this and that I should check my bank statement. I have since sent e-mails to WIRED-DESTINATIONS, the latest on 16th of March 2009. To this date I am still awaiting their reply.

I feel other people should be made aware of the RISK they take when booking with WIRED-DESTINATIONS.

Norman Brian Holt ]]> Thailand uk_retiree http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/6928-beware-wired-destinations.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/6881-pattayas-motorcycle-highwaymen.html Tue, 25 Aug 2009 11:45:04 GMT Most of Pattaya's resident expats are already aware of Pattaya's latest crime trend, "the Pattaya motorcycle highway men". The expat residents of Pattaya are now used to seeing stories on the Pattaya T.V. news channels and the Pattaya local news papers, The Pattaya Mail, The Pattaya People etc, about Pattaya residents, both expat and Thai nationals being the victims of Pattaya's motorcycle highway men. It is also sad to say that most of the residents of Pattaya know someone personally who has been a victim of the Pattaya motorcycle highway men.

Unfortunately, Pattaya's tourist population, especially the first time visitors to Pattaya are not made aware of Pattaya's latest crime trend until they have fallen victim to Pattaya's motorcycle highway men. Most visitors to Pattaya believe that Pattaya is a safe destination, after all this a busy, bustling tourist city with lots of people around, and if you are aware of the dangers, Pattaya is safe. The trouble is that Pattaya has it's fair share of opportunists, and Pattaya's motorcycle highway men are a prime example.

The opportunity knocks for the Pattaya motorcycle highway men when they see easy pickings such as loosely worn items like handbags and gold chains on people made more vulnerable by the fact that much of the time they have to walk in the road because the pavements are being hogged by vendors, are in a poor state of repair or simply do not exist. This means that Pattaya's motorcycle highway men are able to pass close enough to their victims to make a snatch.

To keep yourself safe while walking around Pattaya, don't give Pattaya's motorcycle highway men an opportunity, don't wear your gold, or if you must wear it keep it covered. If you carry a handbag make sure you keep no valuables inside it and don't wear it round your neck for obvious reasons. use the pavement whenever you can, if you have to walk in the road, walk against the flow of traffic so that you can see what is coming, you will be much more vulnerable to Pattaya's motorcycle highway men if they are allowed to approach you from behind.

Another thing you should remember is, if you are going to ride a motorcycle around Pattaya yourself, people have actually been mugged while riding a motorcycle. In some cases the rider has been kicked off the motorcycle and mugged, other recorded cases include gold being snatched from round the riders neck whilst driving slowly. So remember to take the necessary precautions in Pattaya and don't be a victim of Pattaya's motorcycle highway men. ]]> Thailand Bodlagz http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/6881-pattayas-motorcycle-highwaymen.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/6759-hotel-bangkok.html Fri, 14 Aug 2009 04:44:33 GMT Hello, My mum and I are planning to travel to Bangkok in early next year, have anyone been there and would like to advice us some hotels in... Hello,

My mum and I are planning to travel to Bangkok in early next year, have anyone been there and would like to advice us some hotels in Bangkok.

By the way, where is the best place to go shopping?

Vicky Cun ]]> Thailand Vicky Cun http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/6759-hotel-bangkok.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/6067-renting-condo.html Sat, 13 Jun 2009 02:34:06 GMT Hi, Can you advise me a trusted web site for renting one condo or apartment in huahin. Any other info regarding condo or apartment in Thailand... Hi,

Can you advise me a trusted web site for renting one condo or apartment in huahin.
Any other info regarding condo or apartment in Thailand will really help me a lot
Thanks. ]]> Thailand pinklife http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/6067-renting-condo.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/5955-best-time-travel-vietnam.html Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:36:56 GMT There is no neither ideal nor bad time to visit Vietnam as there are distinct regional weather variations between the Northern, Central and Southern... There is no neither ideal nor bad time to visit Vietnam as there are distinct regional weather variations between the Northern, Central and Southern regions.

January & February
The weather in north and along the coast of Vietnam in Jan and Feb is very comfortable, and among best months to travel of the year.

March, April and May
March/ April are pretty good too and less busy. It will start to rain more in May, but not all day. Phu Quoc Island is pretty pleasant up till September, when it rains all day. March is one of the best month to travel as it is one of the driest times of the year, although there can be occasional rain showers around Hue and Hoi An.

June-Aug
June-Aug are summer months and extremely hot in northern & central cities. It’s also the wet season in HCMC and the central highlands (and Phu Quoc in the south) and it’s the hottest time of year in Hanoi.

November & December
Nov and Dec are good months to visit Vietnam. Not so cold in northern Vietnam at that time, Hanoi about 15-25oC, while Sapa about 10-20oC. The coldest months are Jan and Feb. Central and southern Vietnam are great at that time (except typhoon). The November visit was by far the most comfortable in terms of temperature and humidity (or lack of).

South Vietnam (HCMC and Mekong Delta, Can Tho, Chau Doc), the weather is fine, a little warmish and sticky, but not at all oppressive. No rain, only a few evening dry thunderstorms, very beautiful over the Mekong.

vivutravel ]]> Thailand www.vivutravel.com http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/5955-best-time-travel-vietnam.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/5491-thailands-island-paradise.html Sat, 11 Apr 2009 07:05:54 GMT My Favorite Island is Koh Phangan with relaxing beaches,snorkeling,full moon party and motorcycle exploring my least favorite is Koh Samui which is... My Favorite Island is Koh Phangan with relaxing beaches,snorkeling,full moon party and motorcycle exploring my least favorite is Koh Samui which is too commercial now.
What Islands do you recommend and why? ]]> Thailand ceejay77 http://www.destination360.com/forum/thailand/5491-thailands-island-paradise.html