steveboy Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Jeez some people would really better stay at home! If you're that worried about getting injured taking a tuk tuk ride in Bangkok, I wonder what will happen once you realize that the country as a whole isn't much safer? People got electrocuted in swimming pools, should we add staying out of swimming pools to the travel advisory? I still think that riding 6000 miles in a plane is safer than riding 600 meters in a tuk-tuk. And while I have to ride the plane, I can do perfectly well without the tuk-tuk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristianPFC Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 For the tourist, a tuk-tuk ride will cost at least twice of a taxi. Some people might find riding a tuk-tuk fun, I don't and haven't for years. Sometimes for fun I silently observe tourists negotiating with tuk-tuk drivers in tourist places, and inwardly cry "Get a taxi!". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
numazu Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 BurBoy is now an 11-year Bangkok resident, and once in a while he flags a tuktuk for us. He negotiates the price and sometimes the route, and it's always a fun ride. And getting wet during songkran while on a tuktuk is definitely a unique experience. And when you get to Cambodia, tuktuks are inevitable, safe or not. There's even a gay tuktuk driver on Grindr that I found in Siem Reap that I should get next time. Alexx, Creditisdue and vinapu 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ryanasia Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 I second Vinapu's suggestion on the Ayuthaya trip. If you go to Ayuthaya go to Iudia and ask for the Yamada room which is pool front. It is a bit more than 4,000 a night but well worth it. If you call them they will give you a discount over booking online. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinapu Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 an example of poverty in a third world country. this is why visitors are going to third world country, shiny BTS , MRT and malls along Sunhumvis are as representative to Thailand prosperity as decaying streets of Detroit or Flint Michigan are posters of America's dynamism and well being. Not to mention that poverty in third world means that population moves on legs with ox cart being luxury , not motorized transport of any kind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 For the tourist, a tuk-tuk ride will cost at least twice of a taxi. Some people might find riding a tuk-tuk fun, I don't and haven't for years. The Tuk Tuk ride is great fun for the first time & has to be tried once. That's why tourists try it. I tried a Bangkok tuk tuk on my first trip, enjoyed it & haven't been on one since. On the other hand, in Cambodia I've had more frequent Tuk Tuk rides, since there is less hassle getting a sensible price & fewer alternatives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveboy Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 this is why visitors are going to third world country, Many visitors go to third world countries because prices are cheap. You don't find tuk-tuk-s in Tokyo or Singapore. Not to mention that poverty in third world means that population moves on legs with ox cart being luxury , not motorized transport of any kind. I move mostly on legs throughout Tokyo and Singapore, and they are not third world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest McGarty Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 For me, Tuk Tuk epitomises Bangkok - Mad, Bad and Dangerous! And dead! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasper Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 Compare to mini vans, Tuk Tuks are almost harmless. vinapu and Alexx 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveboy Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 Compare to mini vans, Tuk Tuks are almost harmless. Maybe if a tuk tuk hits something you fly out 100 meters, while with a minivan you remain trapped inside? Years ago the objection to the use of seat belts was raised with a similar scenario. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexx Posted May 29, 2017 Share Posted May 29, 2017 There's no safe mode of transportation in Thailand, except for flying. The single biggest mistake tourists make is renting motorbikes despite being unfamiliar with riding them in general or how to ride in Thailand in particular. Other than staying away from that, I wouldn't overthink it, but I definitely would have adequate insurance coverage. I've met some tourists whose tuk tuk had flipped over. They had some bruises and a great story to tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badboy81 Posted May 30, 2017 Author Share Posted May 30, 2017 I've only been once. It was fun, hot and exhausting. Is it just me or are all the markets selling the same crap? Nice to visit once or twice but nothing worthwhile buying. I'd only go back to eat some food Crap is relative...I liked the market a lot and went on my last trip on Saturday and Sunday and bought a lot of things I cant get back here in the states....Ill definitely be visiting on Saturday and maybe Sunday on my next trip... And the food was great!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reader Posted May 30, 2017 Share Posted May 30, 2017 Maybe if a tuk tuk hits something you fly out 100 meters, while with a minivan you remain trapped inside? Years ago the objection to the use of seat belts was raised with a similar scenario. It's not the 100 meter flight out that gets you; it's the sudden stop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
