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The Budget Travelers Approach to Sightseeing in Thailand
The Budget Travelers Approach to Sightseeing in Thailand
The most popular way of sightseeing and traveling in Thailand is the budget travelers approach, the budget traveler travels through Thailand as cheap and as fast as possible. He gets to see as many places as possible in as least time possible buying cheap sightseeing tickets and not reaping the benefits of a quality trip.
The Budget Travelers Mission
The budget traveler knows exactly what he wants to do and that’s make his money stretch further to make his travels last as long as possible, he usually comes here on a 3-12 months return ticket or on a round-the-world trip and his goal is to get to see as many famous places as possible so he can get back home and tell his friends, that he’s “Been there! Done that! And bought the t-shirt!”
Khaosan Road
However! The budget traveler’s first destination is the commercial backpacker area of Khaosan Road Bangkok and that’s where the vultures and cheap fly-by-night travel agents are waiting for him. On Khaosan Road he can pick up a 3 in 1 day tour for less than a grand which will take him to the world famous Damnoen Saduak floating market, the Bridge over the River Kwai and the Kanchanaburi Tiger Temple in 1 single day.
3 in 1 Day Tours
The Budget Travelers Approach to Sightseeing in Thailand
The Budget Travelers Approach to Sightseeing in Thailand
The most popular way of sightseeing and traveling in Thailand is the budget travelers approach, the budget traveler travels through Thailand as cheap and as fast as possible. He gets to see as many places as possible in as least time possible buying cheap sightseeing tickets and not reaping the benefits of a quality trip.
The Budget Travelers Mission
The budget traveler knows exactly what he wants to do and that’s make his money stretch further to make his travels last as long as possible, he usually comes here on a 3-12 months return ticket or on a round-the-world trip and his goal is to get to see as many famous places as possible so he can get back home and tell his friends, that he’s “Been there! Done that! And bought the t-shirt!”
Khaosan Road
However! The budget traveler’s first destination is the commercial backpacker area of Khaosan Road Bangkok and that’s where the vultures and cheap fly-by-night travel agents are waiting for him. On Khaosan Road he can pick up a 3 in 1 day tour for less than a grand which will take him to the world famous Damnoen Saduak floating market, the Bridge over the River Kwai and the Kanchanaburi Tiger Temple in 1 single day.
3 in 1 Day Tours
Travel And Sightseeing On A Budget
Seeing the local sights is why most people travel, and this is the one area you should not miss, no matter how tight your travel budget.
It is possible, however, to see the local culture without busting your travel budget. This article focuses on some of our favourite tips for getting the most out of sightseeing on a budget.
Travel like the locals do
One of the cheapest, and most overlooked, ways to see the local sights is to travel like the locals travel. This means taking the bus, the subway or the train to the most popular tourist destinations.
Obviously this is not possible everywhere, as many places in the United States lack a comprehensive public transportation service. But where it is available, public transportation can be a great, and inexpensive way to get around.
It is important to note that most destinations in Europe have excellent, clean and safe public transportation, even in smaller towns and cities. Unless you absolutely must have your own wheels, it is usually quite easy to travel anywhere in Europe without the hassle and expense of renting a car.
Even in the United States, there are many places where a rental car is a liability, not an asset. That is because parking costs, fuels costs, etc. can be real budget busters.
Try to research your destination on the internet, and find out which public transportation options exist. You may be surprised at how easy, and affordable, this method of travel can be.