Showing posts with label Getting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Getting. Show all posts

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Getting to Koh Phi Phi, Thailand

If you want to go to Koh Phi Phi in Thailand then I hope you have your sea legs because there is no airport on the island and the only way you are going to get there is by boat. You can take the slower and cheaper route and take the public ferry or if you are in a hurry you can charter a speedboat. You will cut your travel time in half, but it will cost you more than double.

As I said, the cheaper way to travel to Koh Phi Phi is via the public ferry. Whether you are leaving from Phuket or Krabi, there are ferries that make the crossing to Phi Phi on a daily basis. The ferry from Krabi leaves from the pier in Krabi town 3 times a day (10:30, 14:30 and 16:00) and the trip takes about 90 minutes. The cost is just 250 baht which is less than $10.

Ferries from Phuket also take about 90 minutes, but will cost you almost double or 450 baht. They leave from Rasada pier daily at 8:30 and 13:30. In either case, the ferry will drop you at Tonsai Bay in Koh Phi Phi and if your hotel or resort is located elsewhere on the island you will need to arrange for transport from there to your hotel. This isn't too difficult as there are many longtail boats at Tonsai willing to take you to most any point on the island.

If cost isn't a factor and you just want to get to Phi Phi as quickly as possible then your best bet is to charter a speedboat. This is undoubtedly the quickest way to get to the island as well as the most convenient. Speedboats can make the crossing and have you back on land on Phi Phi in as little as 45 minutes. Even better, many speedboats can drop you on the beach by your hotel so you can shave even more travel time off your trip.

You can expect to pay somewhere in the neighborhood of 1000 baht per person for this luxury. Costs can be somewhat higher than that during the high season and depending on your ability to barter with the speedboat captain. You can also cut the cost per person quite a bit if you have a larger party. There are speedboats that can accommodate up to 20 passengers and if you can fill one of these your cost might be close to the same as taking the ferry.

If you plan on taking a speedboat then plan on leaving by 16:00 as the speedboat captains prefer to get back before night falls. You can get a speedboat from either Phuket or Krabi.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Getting to Phuket

Phuket is a large island in Thailand. In fact, it is the largest island in Thailand. There is also a popular destination for visitors from around the world for its luxury resorts, beautiful, idyllic beaches, diverse natural beauty, rich culture and numerous shops. Whatever you look for in a destination of choice, only names and you're sure to find in Phuket. It offers a range of attractions that make it ideal for couples,Families or those who simply backpacker south-east Asia.

By Air - If you are the control Phuket by plane, you have two options, both of which are very popular with tourists. The first option is to leave his country to Bangkok, where there will be a variety of low-cost carriers, domestic, you can find flights to Phuket. These carriers are Air Asia, Nok Air and One-Two-Go. For these carriers, please note that the earlier you book, the cheaper the ticket. YouYou can buy tickets online with a minimum of effort. Of course, if you negatively the idea of a low-cost national carrier Thai Airways, you can do. This is the national airline of the country and has been highly evaluated the quality of its services.

Another alternative, if you travel by airplane to fly directly to Phuket. Even if this means fewer problems, it should be noted that this type of direct flights are not so widespread, nor are they cheap. Land onPhuket International Airport, which is quite good and the airport is located in the north of Phuket. You can usually get those direct flights from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Singapore and Germany. You may even be able to direct flights from countries such as Macao, Seoul, Jakarta and Hong Kong through a low-cost carriers have a budget.

By Bus - If you are from other parts of Krabi in Thailand such as Bangkok, Hat Yai, or have a way to get on a bus that will take placeBKS at the terminal. This is in Phuket Town. Once you've reached the BKS terminal, take a taxi, bus or the local tuk-tuk to reach your specific target.

Note that there are many bus connections with different benefits and costs vary. Try to buy from legitimate bus companies. It is usually better, a little 'more pay for the tickets offered by bus companies are legitimate.

By Boat - There are several luxury cruise that an attack on Phuket are in theirRoute. These are very popular especially for those who want to strike a balance between the frenetic shopping and sightseeing and relaxation.

Monday, September 20, 2010

Getting to Phuket, Thailand

Phuket is one of the most popular destinations in Southeast Asia for its beautiful beaches, good food, good shopping and a vibrant nightlife and numerous entertainment venues offering people from all areas. E 'in southern Thailand and is in fact the largest island of Thailand. As a general rule, people get to Phuket by plane, bus or ferry.

By Plane - The airport is Phuket International Airport, one of the busiest airports in Thailand.There are direct international flights to Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Seoul and Macau. During high season there are direct charter flights from Europe and Australia. If you are from other parts of Thailand, like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya and Koh Samui is also a national low-cost carriers that can take you to Phuket. Major airlines, the airport served Thai Airways, Silk Air and Malaysia Airlines. There are also a number of low cost airlines, the flightHere, as Thai AirAsia, Tiger Airways, Nok Air and Firefly When you get past the clearance of storage, you can choose the limousine taxi meter, taxi or minibus to the destination could call to get. There are also shuttles to the airport every half hour or so. This shuttle takes you to the bus station in Phuket Town, where a local bus that takes you to hop in all the main beaches of Phuket.

By Bus - If you are on the mainland Hotels in Thailandas Bangkok, Hat Yai and Krabi, you can bus from Phuket. Be sure to buy tickets from a trusted coach, because there are some bus companies with a reputation for overloading, theft, and generally poor service. In general, the buses will take you to the terminus BKS, which is located on Thanon Phang Na Phuket Town. From here you can take a taxi or bus to your location. You can also jump on a contraption called the local tuk-tuk, which is a fast and economical way to travel in Thailand.

ByFerry - If they are islands of Ko Phi Phi, Krabi, Koh Racha or the Similan, you might want to take into account the ferry service to Phuket. These ferries run twice daily for about two hours. Make it fun to drive, but the trip can be quite turbulent when a thunderstorm. There are also several cruises to take their passengers to Phuket.