Amazing travel experiences don't always require unlimited budgets. For people traveling to Thailand, simple strategies, like finding the best budget hotels in Bangkok, shopping and eating off the beaten path, and just traveling during the low season, yield the most value for money. If you are a traveler determined to see this country without breaking the bank, simply follow these tips and you are good to go:
1. Search for good but cheap accommodation. This is a priority as a big chunk of your travel fund is sure to go on rooms. Before leaving, make sure you book a hotel and please do some research first! There is never a shortage of decent lodging in Bangkok, but you only find the best suited for your budget if you spend enough time looking. For instance, there are many Deluxe Rooms available, but with good research, you can easily find one at 50% off.
Such is the case at Praya Palazzo, a boutique hotel in the city, which offers discounted room rates with its Best Rates Online. The Superior and Deluxe Rooms, and Junior and Chao Phraya Suites, are all available for less in the next 14 months. Guests get accommodation at:
- 50% off from June 6 to 30
- 40% off from July 1 to October 31
- 30% off from November 1 to December 19
- 20% off from December 20 to January 20.
The first three deals are good for a minimum stay of 1 night, while the last applies to a minimum stay of 2 nights. The rates include breakfast, early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability), complimentary mini-bar soft drinks, Wi-Fi Internet access, and welcome drinks and fruit platter. No prepayment is required to confirm reservations made today until December 19, 2014. Visit the Praya Palazzo website for more details.
2. Avoid common tourist traps. Instead of shopping at the entrance of Wat Pho or Wat Arun, walk around town and pick up trinkets at street markets. Chances are, you will find more authentic gifts and will also not be hassled into buying them. Your bartering skills can also be put to the test! This also applies to restaurants and other establishments. Instead of going into the big and fancy places, try the local stalls and street food for a genuine Thai treat.
3. Travel when it's easy. Traveling during off-peak season is the best. The amount of money you save on airfare and accommodation is incredible. Additionally, you avoid the swarm of tourists and be able to get closer to many sites. Also, while visiting Bangkok on its holidays may sound exciting, take note that you will definitely pay more on everything and be mobbed everywhere you go, so be really smart and see if it is worth all that to you.
Follow these tips and have a good time traveling. It is definitely more fun eating and shopping locally, and it is not hard to find a budget hotel in Bangkok, especially in low season. Remember all these things and easily have a great, pocket-friendly vacation.
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