Thai-Malaysia Border Its History, Importance and Tourist Attractions

25/11/2019

The Thai-Malaysia border

The Thai-Malaysia border is where the two countries, Thailand and Malaysia, converge. Thailand (called Siam back then) has shared this border with England since 1909. Around that time, the latter started to have an influence over part of the northern area of Malaysia covering Kedah, Kelantan, Terangganu and Perlis, the states that used to be part of Thailand.

Thai-Malaysia border cultures and lifestyles

This border is where the Thai and Malaysian cultures and lifestyles are mixed. It reminds us of how Thailand was affected by the colonization. The provinces that are located near the Thai-Malaysia border are Songkhla, Narathiwat, Yala and Satun. This article will give you a brief tour of some of the places you can visit near these border areas.

In Songkhla , one of the major tourist attractions is Khao Nam Khang National Park. It is located in the districts of Nathawee and Sadao. This is where you can enjoy viewing trees and waterfalls. In this place, natural resources are abundant and the weather is cold the whole year. The animals you might see here include boars, bears, gibbons, panthers, turtles, hornbills and peacocks.

Samila Beach

Samila Beach can’t be missed if you go to Songkhla. It is located in the Mueang district. The beach has white sands. It has a famous symbol: the hair-combing mermaid statue which portrays the mermaid in Khun Wijitmatra’s tale.

Songkhla has a night market called Greenway. It is located in the district of Hat Yai. In this place, you can buy clothes, accessories and food. In Narathiwat, there’s a park called Aomanao Beach National Park. and this place, you can enjoy the peace as there aren’t usually many visitors.

The same province, you can find a waterfall called Sipo Waterfall. It is located in the district of Ra-ngae. This is also a place where you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere because it’s not crowded with people.

Banglang National Park

If you go to Yala, don’t miss Banglang National Park to enjoy the natural scenery. It has Thanto Waterfall. This park is where Banglang Dam was built. If you like rafting, this dam should please you.

Another place to visit in Yala is the Betong district, located in the southernmost area of Thailand. Betong is surrounded with mountains. The weather here is cool. Usually, it’s foggy in the morning. Because of this romantic atmosphere, couples should come visit this place.

Stegodon Cave

In Satun, travelers can visit a cave called Tham Le Stegodon, located in the district of Thung Wa. In this cave, there’re fossils of ancient elephants, Stegodons. This cave is often studied by geologists.

Koh Lipe

Satun has a famous island called Lipe. It’s located south of Adang Island. You ’re encouraged to go diving to enjoy watching coral reefs and observe the sunrise and sunset.

Thung Bu Lang is where sunflowers are planted. If you want to take some photos of yourself standing in the middle of sunflowers. This is the right place for you.

Another place you should visit in Satun is Wang Prachan Market which is located so close to the border. In this market, they sell products from both Thailand and Malaysia. Many of these products are accessories.

However, the Thai-Malaysia border covers the areas that can sometimes be dangerous for travelers due to terrorism. That’s right but if you have a chance to visit any of them, you’ll be impressed and want to visit them again and again.

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I Need to Get My Luggage Wrapped!! Where Can I Do That?

12/11/2019

Sometimes you will definitely need to get your luggage wrapped. The plane landed around forty-five minutes ago. Now you’re at Suvarnabhumi Airport waiting for your luggage so you can finally leave the airport and head for your company. All passengers’ luggage is being transported on a carousel at the baggage claim.

Once your luggage has arrived, you find that one of the corners of your travel bag is broken and the front part has a few noticeable scratches. Luckily, none of the items you put in the bag aren’t affected. But you can’t deny the truth: you’ve lost that bag! You bought it for 2,500 baht. That’s quite expensive for a travel bag. This means, for your next trip, you’ll have to buy a new one. You feel upset and want to complain about this to the airline. But you don’t have enough time as you need to reach your office as soon as possible.

While getting to the exit, you notice some travelers towing their luggage firmly wrapped with plastic. Actually, you’ve seen plastic-wrapped luggage many times, but you’ve never thought the plastic wrap would be necessary for you. Now you come up with an idea that you’ll get your luggage wrapped next time so you can use it for as long as possible. But you’ve never done this before. You wonder where you can get the wrapping done.

Luggage wrapping service at Suvarnabhumi International Airport

Actually, the luggage wrapping service is available at an area so close to you. If you’ve been to Suvarnabhumi International Airport many times, you should have noticed some spots with a reddish box. Those are where this service is provided. But if you’re hardly an air traveler and/or you’ve never used the service before, find this kind of spot. The staff will wrap your luggage firmly.

Most of the main airports in Thailand has this kind of service. At Suvarnabhumi International Airport, the wrapping service can be found on the 4th floor. That’s the international departures area. Don Mueang International Airport has this service on the 1st floor of the T1 (International Departures) building.

At Chiang Mai International Airport, you can get your luggage wrapped on the 1st floor of both domestic and international terminals. And if your flight departs from Phuket International Airport, you can use the wrapping service at the international terminal.

Wrap your luggage by yourself

However, do you know you can also wrap your luggage by yourself? The plastic wrap is sold at a lot cheaper price at some grocery or stationery stores or some home improvement retailers such as HomePro. That’s right. It’s cheaper. One plastic roll can wrap several bags.

By doing it by yourself, you can save your money for your trip. Besides, this seems to be an inevitable option for those who depart from an airport without this kind of service provided. Be that as it may, don’t forget to wrap your luggage firmly. Make sure the plastic is thick enough to prevent your luggage from getting damaged.

Now you know where you can get your luggage wrapped or where to buy the plastic wrap. You can then travel with peace of mind. For those who are still making decisions, read the article entitled 5 Reasons Why Wrapping Your Luggage Before a Flight Is a Must to give yourself some ideas of what might happen if you don’t wrap your luggage.

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Are Luggage Lockers Useful for You ? Some Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Luggage Lockers

12/11/2019

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A luggage locker, sometimes called a luggage storage, is a lockable closet or compartment typically placed in a public area for general use. It gives you small space for storing your bags, books, stationery, documents or other stuff.

We usually see them in schools, gymnasiums and health clubs. But you might also see some on a footpath such as the yellow lockers placed on the skywalk near Phaholyothin Station or the pink ones on the pathway connecting Phayathai Station to the Airport Rail Link.

These are cash-operated lockers meant mainly for travelers who don’t want to tow or carry their luggage all the time. Their space is generally bigger than general lockers.

They’re available at a reasonable price and you don’t need a key to open them as they’re controlled by a computer. To use them, in general, you need to insert coins or notes in the amount specified by the computer, depending on the size of the locker you choose. Sounds good, right? But are they really useful?

Here are some advantages and disadvantages for you to consider:

The luggage lockers are useful when you have a lot of luggage and want to travel without having to take the luggage with you. So, you can just deposit it in one of these lockers and go anywhere “with freedom” enjoying your shopping as much as you want.

Besides, the luggage lockers are available with flexible pricing. The price depends on the size you choose. So, if you have only a few bags, you’ll pay less than those who deposit more than you do. The price also depends on how long you deposit your luggage. The longer you do it, the more you pay.

By using the luggage lockers, you don’t have to be worried that your luggage might be affected by harsh weather such as heavy rain.

Also, imagine you arrive in Bangkok during the Songkran festival. Your hotel is close to Sala Daeng Station but you want to join Songkran before check-in because it’s the right time to do so.

People are having fun on the road and you don’t want to waste your time because Songkran is the reason why you come to Bangkok. If you don’t deposit your bags, you won’t be able to play Songkran.

Disadvantages of Using Luggage Lockers

However, there are some drawbacks. Each locker has limited space. One locker might not be enough for all your bags. So, if all can’t be put in one locker, you’ll have to pay for more. Otherwise, you’d have to take the rest of the luggage with you.

Also, the minimum price is the rate for 2 hours. So, although you want to deposit your bag for only 30 minutes, you still have to pay for 2 hours. This can sometimes be expensive.

If you realize you left something important inside one of your bags, you can’t come back and temporarily open the locker. That means you’d have to repay for the deposit service again. So, you need to make sure you take important stuff with you before closing the lockers.

In short, depositing your stuff in luggage lockers is useful but you should also be aware of the cons of this kind of service so it won’t make you feel upset for the rest of your trip. For a detailed instruction on how to use a luggage locker, go to A Guide to Using a Luggage Locker.

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5 Must Visit Island Destinations in Thailand

11/11/2019

Thailand has many beautiful and picturesque islands that travelers can’t miss. Next time you come to Thailand, why not plan for a few-day trip to one of them instead of staying only in the capital city? You won’t regret visiting that place. For those who haven’t gotten an idea of where to go yet, this article presents 5 islands a traveler like you must visit once in his/her life. Let’s see if you like any of them.

Koh Chang (Elephant Island)

This island is located in Laem Ngob (Ngob Cape) in the province of Trad. It’s the largest of all that are located in the Gulf of Thailand and the second largest island of the country. The sea water is clear. One of the characteristics of this island is that, even when it’s summer, the weather won’t get extremely hot there, because most of the area of the island is covered by a tropical rain forest. The activities available here include swimming in the sea, visiting a waterfall, trekking through the forest, riding an elephant, cruising, fishing and diving to enjoy watching coral reefs. You can visit, to mention some, Khlong Prao Beach, Kai Bae Beach, Than Mayom Waterfall and Baan Chang Thai.

Koh Chang is more than 300 kilometers away from the province of Trad. There’s more than one way you can get there. One is to drive a car. Pass through the districts of Pattaya and Sattahip in the province of Chon Buri and the district of Klaeng in the province of Rayong. Then, change to Highway No.3 passing through the province of Chanthaburi to the town of the Trad province.

There are ferry piers at Natural Bay and Center Point. Another way is to use a bus which is available at both Mochit Transport Station and Ekkamai Transport Station. The bus will arrive at Trad Transport Station. Then, to get to the pier at Natural Bay, you have to get on a two-row bus (called “song thaew” by Thai people). After that, you can get on a ferry to Koh Chang. Besides, you can also fly from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Trad Airport. Only one airline is available in this case: Bangkok Airways. There you can get to your hotel on Koh Chang by van.

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Mu Koh Lanta (Lanta Archipelago)

Mu Koh Lanta is a large archipelago located in a district with the same name in the province of Krabi. It consists of Koh Lanta Yai (Big Lanta Island), Koh Lanta Noi (Small Lanta Island) and some other small islands. Most tourist attractions are on Koh Lanta Yai. On Mu Koh Lanta, you can enjoy the scenery, swimming in the sea or view the nature. Mu Koh Lanta National Park is one of the most popular places you should visit.

Koh Ngai (Ngai Island) in the southeast is one of the places where you can enjoy watching coral reefs in shallow water. Koh Ha (Ha Island) gives you the chance to dive to enjoy watching some manta rays. However, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation declares that Koh Ha be closed from July 1 to November 30 of every year.

Mu Koh Lanta is about 70 kilometers away from the province of Krabi. To get there, you can drive to Baan Hua Hin Pier where you can get on a ferry to Koh LantaYai. Besides, you can catch a bus from the Southern Bus Terminal on Borommaratchachonnani Road. Once you’ve arrived at Krabi Transport Station, you can then get on a van which can take you to your accommodation. Alternatively, you can catch a plane to Krabi Airport. From there, you’re encouraged to hire a car and drive to your accommodation.

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Koh Lipe (Lipe Island)

This island is located in the southernmost area of Thailand. It’s in the province of Satun. The island is adjacent to the Malaysian territorial waters. The sea water is clear and it’s full of colorful coral reefs. It’s regarded as one of the most beautiful diving areas of Thailand. Some people call this island “Thailand’s Maldives”. You can enjoy some great views on Pha Chado (Chado Cliff) on Koh Adang (Adang Island),north of Koh Lipe. The Walking Street is one of the major attractions on Koh Lipe where you can buy food of various types. It’s located in the center of the island.

Koh Lipe has three beaches called Pattaya, Sunrise and Sunset. To get there, you can take a plane to Hat Yai. From there, take a van to Pak Bara Pier. From this pier, you can then take a ferry to Koh Lipe. You can also use a bus from the Southern Bus Terminal on Borommaratchachonnani Road to the district of La-gnu in the province of Satun. Then take a two-row bus to Pak Bara Pier and get on a ferry to Koh Lipe.

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Mu Koh Similan (Similan Archipelago)

One of the world-famous places, this archipelago is located in the district of Khura Buri in the province of Phang-nga. The sea water is as clear as a mirror. The scenery here is fantastic. You can enjoy both diving and kayaking. Coral reefs can be watched in both shallow and deep water. Manta rays, whales and dolphins are some of the creatures you might see here. Koh Hu Yong (Hu Yong Island) is the longest of the nine islands of Mu Koh Similan. Turtles usually come to lay their eggs here at some time between November and February. To go to Mu Koh Similan, you have to take a ferry from Khura Buri Pier in the district of Khura Buri or from Hat Patong Pier in the province of Phuket. Mu Koh Similan is about 70 kilometers away from both piers.

Koh Tao (Turtle Island)

Koh Tao is located in the district of Koh Pha-ngan in the province of SuratThani. Because this island is located so far from the main land, in the past a number of turtles came to lay their eggs on this island. It was peaceful and had no inhabitants. Besides, Koh Tao is the world’s second largest diving area after Australia. In the history of Thailand, Koh Tao used to be where a prison was built. One of the most common activities here is diving to enjoy watching coral reefs both in shallow and deep water. You can get to Koh Nangyuan (Nangyuan Island) which is located in the north west to enjoy the scenery and peace.

To go to Koh Tao, you have to get to Thayang Pier or Rom Lom Phraya Pier in the province of Chumphon and get on a ferry. Alternatively, you can catch a ferry from Don Sak Pier in the province of Surat Thani.

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5 Kinds of Things That Need Plastic-Wrapped Before You Fly

11/11/2019

Plastic-wrapping your belongings before a flight gives them some level of protection. Travelling can take a long time and, while we’re aboard the plane, usually we don’t have a chance to take care of them. An incident can happen, resulting in damage to our property or us getting into a real big trouble.

You can read more information on some reasons for wrapping your luggage in plastic in our article entitled 5 Reasons Why Wrapping Your Luggage Before a Flight Is a Must. Although that article only discusses the case of luggage, it gives you some ideas of how the protection by plastic wrap works which can be applied to the case of things inside your luggage. Here we’ll talk about what needs plastic-wrapped before you put it in your luggage.

Things that you need to wrap can be divided into the following 5 groups:

1. Items you love so much

They are things you love so much that you don’t want them scratched, wet, moist or wrinkled. These include your favorite fictions and non-fictions; souvenirs received from some people in your family, close friends or someone you’re in love with; and things that remind you of your beloved ones who passed away. Wrap them or you’d be sad for the rest of your life.

2. Items that will affect your skills if damaged

These include your sports equipment such as balls, a bat, a racket, clubs ,gloves, masks, soccer shoes, and a helmet; musical instruments such as a flute, a windpipe, a ukulele, a guitar, a harmonica and a violin; and flashcards.

3. Items that will affect your career if damaged

If you have some career-related items that need special protection, you should definitely wrap them. These include your important documents such as those which give details of the products you’re going to sell to your clients; and recording media that contain important files. If these items get damaged, your company can lose a great amount of income.

4. Easily broken items

These include items that are made of glass or ceramic. Well, you aren’t encouraged to bring this kind of items on board but sometimes you find it necessary to bring them for some reason. Other fragile items include some electrical devices
such as an iPad and a laptop. Although you normally won’t have these devices loaded into the plane, it’s you yourself who might break them if you don’t carry them with enough care.

5. Food or seasonings with a strong smell

Sometimes you want to bring some convenience food in case of emergency or for the purpose of saving your money, such as canned fish and soup, or seasonings such as a fish sauce and an oyster sauce that can help you deal with some tasteless food you aren’t familiar with. But, unfortunately, they have bad packaging or an incident causes the packaging to get torn or open. In that case, if this food or these seasonings have strong smells, their smells would spread throughout your luggage and stick to other items. So, you should wrap them well to make sure you won’t get into a trouble later.

Although you have to pay extra money for the plastic wrap, it’s worth doing so. With the wrap, your belongings will be protected from some potential damages. Without it, however, your life can get a lot more complicated.

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Places to Visit around Siam instead of Shopping – BKK City Centre

23/08/2018

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Siam is very famous for shopping. There are many shopping malls in this area; Siam Paragon, Siam Discovery, Siam Center, Siam Square One, Central World and MBK Centre are all located in very close proximity to each other.

With all these malls, you can start to feel overwhelmed with shopping, and you might want to give it a break. Luckily there are some hidden gems tucked away around Siam.

AIRPORTELs lists 4 places to visit if you’re bored with shopping in Siam.

SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World

The largest aquarium in South East Asia lies under one of the most popular shopping malls in Thailand. It is on B floor of Siam Paragon. It’s suitable for every type of tourist. Many sea creatures are there waiting for you to discover.

It’s open every day from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. You can spend around two hours there. There are many interesting shows in the aquarium. You can check the showtimes at the official SEA LIFE BANGKOK website before visiting the aquarium.

More information: http://www.sealifebangkok.com/en/

Madame Tussauds Bangkok

The most famous wax museum in the world is also here in Bangkok. You will have a chance to meet and greet with celebrities from all over the world on the 6^th floor of Siam Discovery. You will meet the most realistic wax models, so real that you might find it difficult to distinguish between the real one and the model. It’s open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM every day.

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Visiting Madame Tussauds Bangkok takes approximately an hour. There is an exclusive promotion where you can get a cheaper price for visiting both SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World and Madame Tussauds Bangkok.

More information: https://www.madametussauds.com/

Bangkok Art & Culture Centre (BACC)

It’s a place that art lovers shouldn’t miss, and even if you’re not an “art person”, it’s a place to have a well-spent afternoon. The exhibitions are constantly rotating so be sure to check the current exhibition at BACC official website.

The most important thing is it’s free. It’s open every day except Monday from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The exhibits in BACC are mostly fine arts from Thai artists and sometimes from international artists.

More Information: http://en.bacc.or.th/

Jim Thompson House

A traditional Thai house located in the heart of bustling Siam, this relic is the former home of Jim Thompson, an American businessman who lived in Thailand during the 1950s and 1960s and was famous for revitalising the Thai Silk industry.

The house is filled with many valuable Thai arts. It’s open every day from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

More Information: http://www.jimthompsonhouse.com/

If you plan to visit any of these attractions around siam, you can drop off your luggage first at AIRPORTELs MBK Centre counter around Siam. We are located on the 6^th floor and prices start from as little as 100 THB per day for Luggage Storage, regardless of size or weight. We can also send your luggage directly from MBK Centre to the airport or your hotel.

You can make an online booking in a matter of moments and be on your way to enjoy the Siam area.

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Experience “Broadway” with a Bangkok Cabaret Show

03/08/2018

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Does a Bangkok Cabaret Show sound interesting to you? If it does, then AIRPORTELs has the rundown on what you need to know.

In the 21st century, the nation of Thailand has opened its arms to the LGBT community. Therefore, it’s a place where all people and a rainbow of genders and sexuality can find peace in a stress-free environment.

Bangkok is a city where everyone must experience the special nightlife. Additionally, the amazing stage shows in Bangkok are a thrilling part of the scene that never disappoints international travellers.

In fact, the entertainment industry in Bangkok has transformed from once being very conservative. From traditional artistic displays of Thai traditional dance and music. To huge stage productions with multi-talented cabaret dancers, an exciting transgender expression of our present era. Consequently, the city of Bangkok has created an oasis for creative, artistic dancing that every visitor should behold.

The massive popularity and response to cabaret dancing in the last few decades have taken the world by surprise. The first cabaret show in Bangkok started 25 years ago. The Broadway-style cabaret show has lasted because of the quality and originality of the stage performance.

The cabaret show in Bangkok now has many stages. As a result, there are different styles to choose from like Broadway, modern, or a Las Vegas-style of show. Which one is your style? Let’s go through each style now performing nightly in Bangkok.

Calypso Cabaret Show

This style of dance is the first, original cabaret show in Bangkok. The Calypso Cabaret Style is for the individual or couple who prefers the exquisite Broadway style. The Calypso Cabaret is your answer to full, flamboyant entertainment. It’s a complete production – professional lighting, sound and staging. It has great production numbers with pop music classics by Michael Jackson, Beyonce and Whitney Houston. They also have a comedy show that will make it humorous and full of surprises.

One number shows a tragic love story of South East Asia. The final show of Calypso cabaret is the fantastic Finale show. Today, the Calypso Bangkok Theater is located at ASIATIQUE THE RIVERFRONT (Warehouse No.3). The area around the theatre has become a tumultuous travel destination in itself. Popular with locals and international tourists for the fun atmosphere. The showtimes are nightly between 7:30 to 9:30 pm.

Mambo Cabaret Show

The Mambo Cabaret show has been open show since 1997 taken directly from the Las Vegas-style. It’s become hugely popular in Thailand and across Asia to showcase the North American style of dance. Mambo Cabaret show has popular musical numbers that many in the audience have heard of and come see many times.

The show includes lip-syncing, comedic dance and international dance styles of all kinds and expressions of different cultures. It’s thrilling and exhilarating for the audience to watch the Thai performers jive and gyrate flamboyantly to the rock rhythm. The audience mostly is comprised of Asians of all cultures on tour from China, Japan and Korea. Nowadays, we see people from all over the world enjoying a night out at the Mambo Cabaret Show. The Mambo show is a Thai lady-boy extravaganza that is now known to be a staple of Thai entertainment.

Also, the show has high-energy dance moves. Not to mention hysterical on-stage dramatics that gives a surprisingly unique, interactive experience during the performance. The audience has their collective eyes glued to the stage.

Not only that, you can now also enjoy dinner before your show and cocktails during your show. So don’t forget to upgrade your ticket. And, always leave a gratuity for the performers. The showtimes are twice nightly starting at 7:15 pm. and 8:30 pm. The exact location is near the Sathu Pradit intersection.

Playhouse Magical Cabaret Bangkok

The next styles are contemporary styles. Known widely as the musical magical illusions, classical ballet, tap and hip-hop. The shiny, eye-catching costumes along with the choreography for the contemporary shows are incredible and impressive. The Thai people never disappoint about how serious they take their shows.

This all adds up to one fantastic night of affordable entertainment. The Playhouse has to be on your list of things to do at night on your next trip to Bangkok. The musical numbers are from amazing hits by Whitney Houston, Beyoncé and Michael Jackson that goes perfectly with the atmosphere. The showtimes are twice nightly starting at 8:00 and 9:30 pm. The location is in bustling Chinatown that the local Thai call Yaowarat.

Fun for everyone

All types of people and couples are in the audience anticipating the contemporary show. The excitement is palpable while they wait for the curtain to open and the show to begin. This is one show that always lives up to the anticipation. The stage suddenly comes alive with colour, movement and music. A trip to Bangkok has to include this enjoyable, contemporary stage performance.

The lip-syncing, dance moves, unforgettable costumes and the beauty of the lady-boy subculture have to be seen to be believed. Many tourists have enjoyed an original reunion or celebration. By booking tickets for the Calypso, Mambo or Playhouse extravaganzas with groups that never forget their time in SE Asia.

Guests can now enjoy cocktails with the performance and a meal before the performance. It’s truly full entertainment satisfaction throughout the whole experience. Remember you can book online for promotional deals and plan months in advance. Or go at the last minute with friends and family to enjoy some Bangkok nightlife.

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Get Ready for Songkran – Thailand’s Water Splashing Festival

03/04/2018

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What’s Songkran?

Songkran is the Thai new year. Traditionally a religious holiday where people pay respect to Buddha, monks, and to their families and friends. A splash of water is a symbolic way to wash off misfortune. Therefore, it is a way to start a fresh, clean new year.

In the past small bowls of water were thrown between family and friends. Nowadays things have been amped up a bit and it’s very common to see people with buckets, water guns, or even hoses and doesn’t matter who is passing by, everybody gets a splash or two.

With the whole country immersed in festivities for around 3 days (longer in some parts of Thailand), Songkran is the time of the year everyone waits for. Locals have the days off work to celebrate. Travellers from all around the world head to Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the Thai Islands to witness the water fight and have fun on the streets.

With all that water being splashed around, the probability that you’ll get soaked during Songkran if you venture outside is very high. Don’t burn all your energy on the first day, take it easy and enjoy the whole festival.

There are a few things that every tourist should know before the party starts and to help you prepare for Songkran. AIRPORTELs has put together a list of helpful suggestions so you can protect your belongs from water damage and still enjoy all the fun, because let’s face it, if you are on the streets during Songkran, you’re going to be soaked from head to toe.

Protect your valuables

Before even buying a water gun, you should purchase a zip-lock or a small waterproof bag to keep your valuables dry during the water fight. Only carry with you what is really necessary.

If you are travelling from one city to another during Songkran, it would be wise to let AIRPORTELs take care of delivering your luggage so you know nothing will get water damage. We can pick up your luggage from inside the hotel lobby. Consequently, you don’t need to risk walking outside and looking for a taxi.

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Attack is the best defence

While Songkran is traditionally considered a peaceful festival, nowadays people walk around with water guns in their hands. Remember that there are almost no exemptions to getting wet during the celebration. (Monks, elderly and babies: This is a big no-no, and if you end up doing it by mistake apologize straight away)

The best way to protect yourself is to buy a water gun or bring water containers so that you will not just be a target, but can ward off anyone looking to soak you by drenching them back. Water guns that are capable of shooting long distances and that have large reservoirs are the best buy.

Play safe and clean

Only use clean water from the tap, or from the barrels you can find around town supplied by locals. Don’t use water from canals or rivers as this can lead to all sorts of infections if it gets into your eyes, ears, or mouth. Remember to respect people and places.

Things can get really ugly if you don’t mind the power of your gun or buckets; you should not shoot water on people’s face or eyes, so please be gentle. Never throw water at motorcyclists. This is dangerous and every year people get seriously hurt because of water being thrown at motorbikes.

The water fight happens on the streets, so respect the shops and markets that might stay open during the holiday. Don’t throw water indoors, or on people who are working. Songkran is all about having fun, so be friendly, play safe and avoid accidents!

Wear proper clothes and shoes

You’re going to get wet, so choose your clothes wisely. Light and fast-drying fabrics are the best, underneath a swimsuit or beach shorts. Before you forget, take note of the colour of your shirt as some colours tend to become see-through when wet.

Sandals are ok, but shoes that protect your feet entirely and that will be safe to walk on the slippery streets are more recommended. Goggles or sunglasses are a plus and don’t forget to apply some water-resistant sunscreen.

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MRT Bangkok Thailand | AIRPORTELs Traveling Tips

25/05/2016

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While the traffic in Bangkok is very congested, MRT offers an easy and convenient trip for all travelers. Taking MRT is as similar as most of the public transportation in other countries. However, it’s not easy to travel with much luggage. AIRPORTELs will do you the work. So, you can travel lightly and smoothly. You can easily get to Asia Hotel near to BTS Ratchathewi Station. Reserve baggage delivery, drop your bags and you can travel lightly!

There are 2 kinds of token of course, for those who use MRT for more than 3-4 times a day, we recommend you should buy a top-up ticket because the price will be cheaper than a token. MRT Token is more suitable for those who wish to travel with MRT for just once or twice a day.

MRT covers most of the areas around suburban Bangkok and it is connected with BTS also. So, traveling in Bangkok will be easier with this public transportation. However, we would like to suggest to you, all travelers to avoid getting on a bus if not necessary because you will be stuck in the middle of the Big Mango traffic for more than 1 or even 2 hours.

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You can spare more time using MRT to go to your destinations.

However, we understand how it feels like to travel on crowded public transportation with your luggage and belongings keep bugging you.

AIRPORTELs, Thailand’s first baggage delivery service, is ready to serve whatever you need about baggage in Bangkok. We are the best of the best and we have more than 200 satisfied customers. We can deliver your bags both from an airport to hotels and hotels to an airport.

AIRPORTELs service kiosk is located at Ratchathewi BTS station in Asia Hotel. You can simply walk through the connecting pathway into the hotel, go downstairs. The kiosk is located next to the information center. Our professional staffs are ready to take care of your baggage and make your trip in this extraordinary city happier and easier than ever.

For further information please visit: www.www.airportels.asia

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Today, you can manage your time

Today, you can manage your time more efficiently by using our Luggage Delivery Bangkok and Luggage Storage Bangkok service after your plane touches the runway. You may walk freely to any local attraction, shopping mall, or restaurant without carrying any heavy, bulky luggage.

Our service also allows travelers to carry just a laptop for important meetings. Even on the last day of the trip, travelers can deposit the bag at hotel and travel around with hands free.

How to deliver luggage and suitcase from hotel to airport in Bangkok?

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