Reply To: Couple travelling to Thailand

[Hbommie]

Bangkok has many options for sightseeing and will keep you both entertained for 2-3 days (or more if you like a slower pace and want to dig deeper), the transport links in the city are excellent with x2 MRT systems (although it woud be better if they had joined up usability). The city is also geared to travelling on the river, from local boats (bus service) longtails to tourist boats which maybe more suitable as they are less franetic.

The usual suspects to move on from Bangkok are Samui, Phuket, Hua Hin, Chang Mai, Krabi but there are other options too.

My recommendation for a first timer would be Bangkok for 3 days, up to the north Chaing Mai or Chiang Rai and back to Phuket or Khao Lak and fly back to the UK from there (HKT). Its not the most exotic option but is a road well travelled.

The spread of accomodation is vast and will take some planning depending on your preference and pocket but you dont have to spend £££’s to get really good hotels, or you could go with a 3 centre trip using a TA who will package the quality of hotel to suit (not my preffered option but it could work for you).

You don’t have to go on a boat if you don’t want to, yes it is very popular but not essential, Samui and Phuket are big islands with lots to see and do. Phi Phi is the usual ‘must see’ trip but I’ve never been as I didn’t fancy the rugby scrum when you get there. I think I’m too late to that party.

Those are the basics so if you need specific rec’s for trips and sites search for Thailand up top or ask again here.