Thailand - The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

🇹🇭 Thailand in One Month: The “You'll Need A Holiday After This” Itinerary Guest Contributor: Fabulous Firefly  Thirty days. Seventeen buses. Four tuk-tuk scams. Two missed trains. One questionable tattoo. You're doing Thailand the hardcore backpacker way, the kind of trip that makes your calves cry, your backpack straps smell, and your Instagram followers jealous. PSA: There's no need to follow the route below blindly. Be creative and flexible. Create your own adventure. Also, be aware that this is an itinerary for travelers who want to see it all in a fairly short time, for those who love a combination of road trip, culture, beaches and temples; and for those who don't want to do the traditional Bangkok-Chiang Mai-Phuket itinerary by air. Let’s go. 📍 Days 1–3: Bangkok – Chaos & Cheap Noodles Arrive. Immediately get hit by heat, humidity, and 11 taxi drivers asking “Where you go?” Visit the Grand Palace, get scolded for wearing shorts. Khao San Road initiation: ...

More Sample Itineraries For Hapless Vacation Planners Guest contributor: The Wandering Albatross  Thailand. The land of smiles, questionable street food, and decisions, decisions, decisions! How long do you actually need to soak it all in? From bustling Bangkok to serene beaches and ancient ruins, here are itineraries for every type of traveler. Quick Note on Getting Around: Thailand's a breeze! Flights for long distances (think Bangkok to Chiang Mai or the islands) are fast and often cheap. Trains offer a scenic, slower option (sleeper trains save on accommodation!). Buses are budget-friendly. For island hopping, it's all about ferries and speedboats . In cities, use tuk-tuks, taxis, or Grab (their version of Uber). 1 Week: The "I'm Only Here for a Minute, But Make It Count!" Got limited time? You'll be zipping, but it'll be epic. Btw, stick to two regions. Option 1: Culture & City Blitz Bangkok: 3 Days Chiang Mai: 3 Days Travel Day: 1 Day (...