I'd like to go to the beach and have been thinking about Phuket. Is that a good choice or is it better to go somewhere nearer to Bangkok? Thanks in advance. Elaine
If this is your first visit Thailand, then heading south to Phuket is a good idea. Phuket, which is also known as the Pearl of the Andaman is 867 kilometres from Bangkok and you'll therefore have to fly. There are beach and bays all around the island, so decide what kind of holiday you are after then book a hotel either by a quiet beach or a lively one. For short trips, many people prefer to be right in the centre of things so choose Patong. I don't think this is always a good idea. If you stay in Patong, you will surrounded by bars and shops and it's difficult to find even a small, peaceful corner in which to chill. Kata and Karon beaches are quieter, and Kamala, Bangtao and Surin beaches are quieter still. Taxis are available all over the island.
While in Phuket, many visitors take a day trip to the Phi Phi islands or to Phang Nga. Although they are quite touristy, you shouldn't miss seeing them, especially as this is your first visit. The scenery is wonderful and will probably tempt you into making a return trip. If you don't want to travel much, relax by the beach and maybe rent a car or motorbike to explore nearby beaches at your own pace. Bon voyage!
Can you tell me if there's a train that runs between Ayutthaya and Chiang Mai? I am thinking of staying a few days in Ayutthaya and want to go to Chiang Mai without returning to Bangkok. Is this a good plan? Any advicewould be appreciated! Selle B.
It is a good plan and well worth doing if you don't mind the slow speed of rail travel in Thailand. You don't have to return to Bangkok but can catch one of five trains a day between Ayutthaya and Chiang Mai. Three of these are the so-called "Special Express" trains. The first of the day leaves Ayutthaya at 9.43am and arrives in Chiang Mai at 8.30pm. There are also two night trains, one at 7.45pm, arriving in Chiang Mai at 8.15am and another at 9.01pm, arriving in Chiang Mai at 9.55am. If you don't mind leaving late, an Express train leaves Ayutthaya at 11.30pm and arrives in Chiang Mai at 1.05pm.
Go to the State Railway of Thailand website at www.Railway.co.th to check the timetable.
Travelling overnight is quite comfortable if you book a sleeper train, even in second class. It's necessary to buy a ticket in advance so head to the railway station in Ayutthaya before travelling. Have a good trip!
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