man up 1. Passport is the only way out of the country and the way back into your country 2. They can use your passport as identity fraud since a passport is 4 IDs in 1. Hope this helps
It happen to us mostly in restaurant. Still if you mention the employee he will correct it. Thx for your input! Our guide to travel Thailand is coming next!
+Amit Sharma thank you so much for the nice comments. We are happy to know that the information are still up to date. Are you planning a trip there soon?
Takyo Travel hello, i visited Bangkok and followed your advice.I had a great trip and planning to go again. Thailand is a beautiful country and not to mention the people of Thailand are so welcoming and full of life.One have be a bit carefull while travelling, but i found Thailand extremely safe , some exceptions are evrywhere.Thank You once again for your work, you guys are great. I am planning to go again soon. Thanks much love.
Brandon Henke Nope. In some countries the only ID is your passport, there aren't any ID cards and you aren't required to carry your passport. More, you aren't required to carry a driving license even if you are driving. You have the right to supply the license within certain period of time (5 days) if police request it. That's the difference between a country friendly to its people and the one that isn't.
2x 333 And how would they verify WHO has to show their driver's licence at the police station when they have no way of knowing your identity at that time?
It’s not the scams that has ruined Thailand. It’s the fact prices have skyrocketed in places like Phuket. I went 5 times but never again after last time. More expensive than Sydney now. $8 average beer now. $50 on Main Street for 2 people to eat. Even back street food wasn’t cheap anymore
The scams in Thailand are easy to avoid, if it sounds too good to be true, it is! And the best way to get around Bangkok is the sky train, it's clean, fast, efficient, cheap, scam free and best part air conditioned!!!!
+Greg Dundee ouhhh we didn't get a chance to try out the sky train. We definitely should next time! Thanks for dropping by our channel! We'd love to hear what you think about our Bali vlogs :)
This is particularly true in Phuket! The taxi cohorts here run the rates extremely high compared to the rest of Thailand. Typically, my wife and I drive to the places we are going, but if we are out on the town and will both be drinking, we will use grab. Usually, if you live in a place long enough and make friends with the right people, someone local will know a freelance driver who has reliable rates and can be booked ahead of time. He'll be more expensive than grab, but way less expensive than a street taxi. This is also great in Phuket when you need to get to the airport, as the rates for an airport run can be very expensive depending on who you take. You also usually get to have a nice relationship with someone local you trust and can feel good about supporting him with your business whenever you need to book a driver. The key thing in the hot tourist destinations in Thailand is to NOT get caught driving or riding drunk, which can be a very loose percentage of blood-alcohol level. The police crackdown in Phuket has been upped in recent months, for tourists and locals. If you are caught riding or driving drunk (a swab test or even breathalisers these days), you are looking at 10,000 - 20,000 Baht to avoid spending the night in jail. You shouldn't be drinking and driving anyway, so a little planning goes a long way...
Agreed on that! We believe that scammers should not be the reason to stop travel. We should be more aware of them and help each other on giving advice and tips :) Thank you for your input!
you forgot a bigger scam that happens a lot in North Thailand. After you rent a bike ... you 'll find the police few metres away... they ask you for a permit to ride the scooter ... And of course we don't have such a thing and they charge you a lot ...
+Mounir B that happens a lot! We're getting our international licence before our next trip for sure! Did you see our vlog in Bali where this happened to us?
Bahahaha yeah that the common scam in thailand and Laos. They give you a rental motocycle at the renter then you get stop a few mile down the road by police and have no driver license so you had to pay the police some money
@@missthoj4993 well if you drive a scooter in another country without an international driver's licence it ain't a scam your just a food for not doing research and following the laws of the country .
been traveling to Thailand at least 1x a year since 2005. So far only the tuktuk and taxi drivers attempted to scam me...once your caught in a middle of a scam just say the magic word "tourist police" and they start to calm down. in bkk take uber or bts train. avoid taxis if possible. Thai people are awesome. friendly and sweet ♡♡♡
If u use grab in Thailand don't be surprise if the taxi will pick a fight with the grab driver xD those taxi driver is retarded they will 100% try to scam u and u will pay 3x-5x more than what u should. Every single one of them will scam u so beware. :) I'm from Thailand so I know what is going on.
Great little video. First time I went to Pattaya I got hit hard with the jet ski rental scam. My daughter had allegedly caused damage, but in reality she hadn't crashed into anything. This quickly turned into a very hostile beach-front confrontation, with more and more criminal-eyed locals gathering by the second. I didn't want to get my family into a violent (potentially deadly) situation, so I eventually yielded and coughed up the 2000 baht 'damage fee.' (But the second time I went there, several wonderful local people saved my life when I was literally dying of sepsis. And the doctor was awesome. Saved my life). So, yes, there are a lot of scammers, but also a lot great people with hearts of gold, as well). But when it comes to jet skis, if you want to do that stuff in Pattaya, you would do well to wait until you get back home (wherever that may be). Because jet-skiing there is not known to have good outcomes. Really bad scene!
Wow, im so sorry to hear what you and your family had to go through with that Jet Ski adventure. Im also glad that you have seen good people in Thailand and not only scammers. Im sure your experience will help many futur travelers. Love your input. Wish you more beautiful trip to come.
Thanks for the reply. The jet ski incident was the only scam that's befallen me in Thailand. I've been to Thailand (from far south to far north & almost everything in between) more times than I can count, over the years. Main reason is learning Muay Thai. Also some family vacations (It's a mere 2.5 hr flight from where I live). In none of those places was I ever scammed. Street-smartness is very important. Also there's something that in the military they call "bearing." It has to do with how you conduct and carry yourself. What I'm about to write can cut down peoples' chances of getting scammed (or robbed, etc.) greatly: Carry yourself with confidence. Good posture, shoulders back. Walk like a boss. Walk like a U.S. Marine. Maintain total confidence in your eyes. This doesn't necessarily mean a hostile look. A totally confident, yet relaxed look is the best. Even in a totally new place, make yourself feel (pretend and act accordingly) that, "I own this neighborhood." There have been times (in Korea, India and Thailand) when I was totally lost. I put on this attitude, this "bearing," and nobody ever tried to scam or harm me in any way. People worldwide are very good at reading all these sorts of non-verbal messages. Giving out the wrong messages will inevitably bring on the scammers, or even worse. As for avoiding honey trap scams, that's really easy. When a bar girl or massage girl invites you in, smile and say in a very friendly way, "No thank you, khap. My wife makes me very happy." And just keep walking on. (Even if you don't have a wife, the bar girl doesn't know that.)
in my 10 years in thailand and the biggest scam i saw was guys falling in love with thai girls then the thai girl convinces the guy to build a house on her land. i know a few guys who lost a lot. dont matter if she is a prostitute/bargirl or not. they all run the same scam. thailand is a fun country and i will move back after my kids finish school. i am missing the durian.
We definitely agree that it's a fun country! if you do watch our Thailand Vlogs, we had tons of fun :) This video was made in the sole purpose to let first timers know a bit about the common scams practiced there. Thanks for watching!
yes you have made a useful video for sure. i think getting scammed is part of the experience and a fun story to tell on getting home, as long as it is not for too much money that is. thailand is a safe place as long as you dont have a temper problem. i would advise people to just not rent jetskis as that can turn out to be expensive. my 2 kids hare half thai so i will have to be careful not to be scammed by them. keep up the good work.
mike allen I knew a older guy who did that. He planned on retiring down there. He was wiring money to this sexy chick he met down there. Sent over $10,000 he told me. I don't know how much it costs to build a house there but he had a home here in the US too. His friend would tell me that she's playing him but he doesn't want to listen. He told me that she told him to never come down there without telling her. That was suspicious to me & I told him that. Anyway, he retired & went down there without telling her. She knew when he planned his retirement. She was nowhere to be found once he got there. He overstayed his visa looking for her I guess & ended up losing his home here in the US doing it. So he moved in with a friend in his basement. One day on my way to work, our mutual friend had told me that he died. I asled how?? Well, he trip down the stairs to the basement. Shit is sad. Retires, gets scammed out of $10,000 plus, gets scammed out of love, loses his home & breaks his neck falling down stairs at a friend house. This happened about 5 years ago man.
Takyo Travel Have gone to Chiangmai? I am planning to go there. But I was told since I am very dark (Indian but raised in child) I may get a lot of racism towards me. Regardless awesome video. Make sure to marry that girl you are traveling with.
No we were not in Chiangmai but there are tons of tourist from all over the world, we didn't notice any racism toward indians tourist. actually Thai thought that Jade was a Thai girl and disrespected her more because of that.
Takyo Travel disrespecting jade because they thought she is Thai. That's horrible. In Indian culture if you are light skinned you are god. If you are dark skinned you are not good enough. Funny how it works in third world countries. I was in Argentina and I personally experienced the prejudices towards dark skin color. Thanks for your reply. Your review was very helpful.
Most European passports that are photocopied can be used for identity theft very easily. The BSN/SoFi needs to be blanked out or use a black marker to make it unreadable. If I get that number, I can get €5000 loans and make you pay my taxes extremely easily.
Don't listen to this guy. I spent 2 months in se Asia, 4 countries. And I gave over my passport about 15 times. By the end of my trip I still had it. Don't be fuckin stupid, make sure the people you are giving it to are safe and reliable. Such as a hostel, or getting a visa at a border. But if someone asks for your passport for something stupid like a boat ride, deny that immediately. And as for photocopying it, that is much much worse then handing it over to someone
It's advised that passport copies be brought when touring because if your items are stolen it will take days to get yourself a new passport. Just make sure to never give the copy to anyone to avoid identity theft.
Hey, Thanks a lot for your valuable information. It helps everyone who is planning to visit Thailand. Appreciate your interest to call out areas where one need to be very careful.
Not a scam as such but one thing that upsets and annoys many visitors is discriminatory pricing or dual pricing, where tourists are charged much more than locals for entry to attractions. This can happen with government owned or privately owned attractions. Often the entry price is displayed in English, and written in Thai script would be a much lower price for locals. However unjustified you may feel this is, just forget about it, don't let it bother you. If the the asking price is too high, then give it a miss. Most of the time though, the higher farang price isn't that high, certainly not compared to tourist attractions in a lot of other countries. Just enjoy yourself and don't worry about a few $$.
Very well said there! There is a lot of discus to the dual price, but in the end, compare with our western country, we often pay way higher and not blink an eye. Thx for dropping by our channel and have a wonderful coming weekend!
It's a common practice in most tourist areas in developing country. I think for cultural heritage places I think it is ok n fair. Since the management need fund to run or preserve the area but if they set a high price, the locals will not be able to afford it (as it was cultural heritage sites, locals need to be able to come and visit those places). Hence they collect more from foreigners. But I against this practice for some non cultural heritage sites, such as entertainment park or resorts.
Hi Jerell! It was one of my very first vlog. I got a little bit better at it ;) We are currently back to Thailand and daily vlogging in Koh Samui :) come join the adventure! ua-cam.com/video/S1Ia_o9h71A/v-deo.html
We’re glad if we can help one person not fall for those scams. Thailand is still absolutely beautiful and worth a visit for sure. Thanks for your support 🤗
Another handy tip when you arrive at the Airport entering Thailand, is to go upstairs to departure. If you grab a taxi as he's dropping of passengers it will avoid all the lines and he'll be wrapped he doesn't have to line up. Then name a price and he'll stick to it. Do not go untill you do. I've gone down the road and he tells you. Meter broken. Yer right mate, They have a hidden switch. Then he'll give you a high price. If he refuses to budge then tell him to stop the taxi and you get out. Simple. There will be another dozen in minutes. By this time your out of the airport. Also leave your someone in the taxi as you get your bags, otherwise he might drive of with them. And always have your main bag with valuables passport etc with you not in the boot. Same with bus trips. Sit on the footpath side so when the buss stops you can keep an eye on someone pinching your bag out from under the bus storage. If you take a train trip book the bottom bunk. Have fun. I have spent years in Thailand and I loved it. Friendliest people on earth, just don't upset them. JD
Really? And you didn't have any problems with immigration? I had a terrible experience while TRYING TO ENTER Thailand. Got denied entry, because it was my third trip to Thailand this year. Immigration officer said I HAVE BEEN HERE TO MANY TIMES! Got detained at the airport for 48h and had to buy ticket to back to the UK :/ There were about 15 people in the detention room with me. No shower, couldn't change clothes after 12 hours filght, nightmare! I will never come back to Thailand and wil be scared even to have layover at Bangkok airport!
UPDATE: NOV 2019 NO RENTALS AT GRAND PALACE, buy outside for less than half the price. I have gone once in my life and it was nov 2019. 50 bht for pants outside, but 200 bht inside after going through the long line. More of a scam inside than out.
No worries .I love Thailand. But these scams do happen. Got taken on a tuk tuk ride..It was fun but....why do I want a suit? Anyway, thankyou. Look forward to more vids Wish you guys all the best.
Thank you for your advice. This is information not typically offered among American or English expat videos. Perhaps they might not have been aware if yhese scams, since they thought that the prices were quite inexpensive already. But, it is not okay to be "taken" just because we are new to a place. Thank you once more.
Thank you so much for such a positive and encouraging comments. We always do a lot of research before any trip. It would be such a waste not to share these information 😊
We agree 100%. Thailand is a gorgeous country, we posted those tips just to help tourists, such as ourselves, achieve a more enjoyable, safe trip. Thanks for watching!
Im sure you had a very good trip. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. We also prepare a complete guide for Thailand. ua-cam.com/video/k2Z-UdLvy0E/v-deo.html In case you plan to revisit again soon ;)
Great videos, nice shots and music. May I ask what condo buildings those were at about the 7:30 mark and and the 7:40 mark? Is that in Chiang Mai? Thanks! ~Glenn
Hi Glenn, thank you so much for your positive comments. The condo showed at mark 7:30 and 7:40 are the same. It's located in Phuket, the name of the condo is we found it on Airbnb and the host is Richard. You can easily find him on Airbnb with these informations. Also, if you plan on booking with Airbnb, take our referral link to benefit from up to 50$ CAD on your first booking. I hope I answer correctly to your question, let me know if you need more precision. Thanks for watching!
My guess of Chiang Mai was way off, it just reminded me of the mountains there. I've only been to Phuket once while using the airport. I guess I should explore there more, that scene looks cool. Thanks for the answer! ~Glenn
hahahaha! yeah Chiang Mai was way off ;) Phuket as a more quiet, relaxed and family friendly side call Karon. It has mountain and nice beach with less tourist.
Sorry for all the side comments, Takyo. Can't sleep tonight and I like your helpful video... My advice for anyone who plans on riding in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, or Laos is to bring your own helmet, preferably one manufactured in Australia, the UK, or the US. I mean no disrespect to any of these countries, but helmets are not made to the same standard as they are in the west. The "eggshell" helmets that often accompany rentals or even with a local rider you might use in Bangkok for example so that you can skip through traffic just aren't safe by comparison. I know it is a major hassle to have to haul a helmet around on a holiday, especially with flights and the rest, but I can't stress the importance of this enough, especially if your holiday is going to have you on the road for a significant amount of time. Travel safely, everyone.
Don't be sorry for the side comment lol! Is a very interesting idea that you brought. I never thought of bringing my own helmet. But it's so true what you said. The helmet standard in asia are not comparable to western standard. It can really ruin your vacation. If the person is not experimented, the motorbike is not recommended. Better spend a little more on taxi then emergency hospital ;)!
No, they do not have clothes, so if you're not dressed appropriately you don't get in, simple as that. They are now VERY strict. This is a recent change. Previously like you said I loaned clothes and you could get into the entrance part of the palace and either change your clothes or loan their clothes, now you can't even get in the first gate. Also there is nowhere outside you can change, there are no toilets outside you can use unless you eat in one of the restaurants. So come fully covered or you won't be allowed to enter.
That might vary on location, actually. I live in Phuket and had some Aussie friends come and stay with us a few days. Later I drove them to a place they booked on AIRBNB that was nearer the beach (at least I think it was AirBNB), and they'd booked for 10 days or something like that.
Anyone renting for less than 30 days must obtain a hotel license which is very difficult. Most AIRBNB in Thailand are operating outside the law and subject to criminal action. Renters could be evicted without compensation since AIRBNB requires them to follow all laws.
@mishymo You gotta check out Krabi and the spectacular islands there (especially Koh Hong) and see if you can trek through the jungle in Chaing Mai. Enjoy your holiday. And next time, hit up Bali.
@@youngforever9143 Your race doesn't matter, your energy does. What you put out in to the world will come back to you. Spread love, have fun and return home with priceless memories.
KuruKuruGorilla Japan is amazing but much more pricey. And there are a lot of scammers too at night in some districts called street touts(usually Japanese & Jamaican men) who'll bother you non-stop on the street.
I've backpacked through over 90 countries since 1968. I'm a traveler not a tourist and locals seem to know the difference. I recognize scams and seldom ran across them myself, but I've seen tourists get ripped off everywhere from being charged 10X more for a taxi to 300% markups on food. Tourists stand out. They seem to advertise themselves as being willing to pay more for stuff. I don't know why that is. I can live on $15 a day in Asia, including lodging, but tourists are willing to spend hundreds. Same in Central and South America. I learn the money 1st thing. I use Lonely Planet as my guide and talk to other travelers. Travelers tend to melt into the local scene. We don't take many photos, we eat what and where the locals eat, we stay with families, not hotels, we don't wear "tourist clothes", and we don't take guided tours. I've been in a jade store where the owner told me to "come back in two hours" because he was changing price tags for two tourist buses coming through. He was raising prices. Later, he have me a hand-made doll for free that he sold to tourists for $10. I've seen the same in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Mid-East, and the Pacific Islands. I saw a famiy of four on Moorea charged $170 for a breakfast at a tourist restaurant that only cost me $2.75 down the street at a food truck, and better food. I don't see the scamming in North America. Well, $40 for a tee shirt on the Santa Cruz pier that sells for $15 on Amazon, but the price is $40 to locals too. If you want to know a country, get away from the tourists. They travel in a caricature.
Takyo Travel. I'm traveling to Osaka Japan this coming November and maybe go to Thailand for a few days. Thanks again for the great info and have a great weekend as well.
I have been to Thailand many times and to all of these places. This review of Thai culture is wildly overly harsh. Taxis are the most dis-honnest people in every culture. If you spend a lot of time in Thailand you will get a more accurate idea of Thailand. I travel a lot and I find Japanese culture to be the most honest, quickly followed by Swiss and then Thai culture. They are among the most honest people and kindest culture you can hope for. Question the taxi drivers. If you don't think one is honest. Try another. If the next three taxi drivers wont give you the meter rate because it is friday night and the rates are not the same as in the day time and less premium times. Good luck finding a taxi that will give you meter rates. You will be there all night. Big part of the problem with this review is that it is done with thick probably American goggles. I have been in situations were people gave me a ride two hours out of their way just to be kind not wanting any money. In rural areas truck drivers returning home with their company trucks routinely pick people up for free and pick up spots that the thai people know about. I rode for over an hour in the back of the truck once this way. If you did not get change correctly it is much more likely that the person did not have correct change a common problem and they hoped you would not be bothered for a small amount and did not want to create a disruption. I have been drunk on the beach in this same Island passed out in the chair. The thai people did not want to wake me for me to pay my bill. They let me slide until someone was able to let me know I did not pay my bill yet in the morning. That is Thai Culture!!!! Not this wildly skewed there are scammers everywhere version. In about 1% of Thailand in the most tourist filled or should I say mobbed places you may see some of this treatment. Thai people have a strong sense of honor and honesty very similar to Japanese. (This comes from a person ashamed to admit he is American when he travels). Consider the words of the video but balance them against my words to get a more accurate view of thailand if you plan to visit there. I have been to Thailand dozens of times. The only issues I have ever had were with miss translation problems and taxi drivers. They also have some of the nicest and most considerate and honest taxi drivers too. But about one in three I would rate less than honest or desirable.
+Rob Pre thank you for telling us about your experience. Obviously this video is not directed at experienced thai visitors like you. We just want to help the first timer that will visit those most "touristy" place have a great experience. We do think Thais are great people as you can see the really nice lady at the end of the video. Thank you so much for dropping by! We hope you will enjoy our Bali vlogs better :)
Rob Pre never been scammed in Thailand maybe once with the TukTuk mafia from BBK bus Station but I knew the score before I got in the taxi ,400 baht my girl lost her shit lol ,very funny 😆
we all should make travel videos like this it's so much informative and you know a lot which prepares you for the travel.. merci Monsieur et la madam :-)
+Nimish Nayak awww...this is such a nice comment for us. Yes we really thing that sharing info like this would help many travelers. Makes the travel more safe too. Merci beaucoup a vous!
maligayang pagdating David! We are so grateful that you enjoyed our vlogs. We are now at the airport heading to Prague. Wish to see you again with us in our adventures! Have a wonderful week!
Hi Yza, glad you find this video helpful! We are heading back to Thailand in April 2018. We will bring back more informations on how to travel from islands to islands. Stay tune for more coming very soon. You will have a great time even has a solo traveler. Have a safe trip!
Good luck bro, I just got home from my first trip to Thailand ever and I was also going solo. I was in northern part of Thailand, riding motorcycle between the cities and up in the mountains. Amazing, everyone is so nice, even to foreigners in this area, not like in phuket or bangkok. i had no scams up there, everyone was super friendly. but i warn u, this is not the case in bangkok, atleast not the airport. good advice from the video, fix ur flights before u leave home and make sure u have atleast a couple of hours if u land in bangkok first to catch another flight. i missed my flight from bangkok to chiang mai because i had to do some tourist visa shit which took alot of time and i had to run all around the airport with thai people in suits trying to scam me, and eventually i had to accept being scammed and buy his damn ticket, if i didn't i would have died in that airport haha. and bring condoms, trust me u could meet a partner from out of nowhere, just like me. its not a good feeling to come home and have a doctor checking u for HIV lol.
skaneasd thanks for advice.. I’m planning to spend my 1week holiday in Bangkok and Pattaya. You think solo woman round around in Bangkok is safe or should I drag my friend to accompany me? 😂😂😂 I just thinking now if safe to explore Bangkok for a solo woman like me 😁
yza Resquir If it's anything like Chiang mai then yeah I think it's safe, but if its late all the weird and creepy people (mostly tourists in my experience) start to come out but I don't think u need a friend to survive 😂 It could get lonely though, I missed having someone to talk to when I was alone in the mountains but hopefully u will meet a lot of new friends, many tourists as well as Thai are wonderful people just enjoying the beautiful country and its sights
Dude, you shouldn't be riding a motorbike in Thailand without a helmet. Actually, you shouldn't do that anywhere. Really great advice otherwise. Local Thais are wonderful and friendly, and all they ever ask is that you treat them in a kind way and with respect. I love living here. My Mexican side loves the spicy food!
I can agree more than that! An accident can really ruin your holydays. Plus no need to talk about the problem with law enforcement. Your comment is very true and I only wish more farang would understand this and go over the scammers and meet these beautiful people, and OMG their cuisine is so delicious!
From the numbers that come out of the tourism bureau every year, millions of people from over over the world overlook rumours of scams and come to Thailand anyway. This is an amazing place, but like all places you have to use common sense and be respectful of the people. The Thais will return your good nature for sure.
It's funny because that women at the end has would have no idea that 800,000 people will have watch her do that she just chuckled when she was told she's famous now
Haha, we always feel like it’s so random with youtube. Some of our most popular videos are our first ones when the latest ones are so much better quality wise since we upgraded the gear & editing tools... you never know which video youtube choose to promote 🤷♀️ Thanks for watching!!! Have a great week end.
The Bangkok airport taxis have improved greatly since the ticket issuing machines were introduced. We still take a photo of the cab number located on the back seat doors. Cheers Leigh & Toon.
it's honestly not too bad once you're aware. just by watching those type of video, you're more likely to spot scams right away. Thanks for watching and happy travels!
Very good question, i think it's doable with kids. Just avoid the redlight district. Visit islands instead. We did a more recent complete guide that you can find at the end of this vlog.
Don't take a taxi? The last thing I'm doing after i arrive at the Bangkok airport at 11:00 pm is walking or taking a bus or train to my hotel. I have never, ever, had an issue with a metered taxi at the airport. (There, avoid the touts who approach you offering rides. Scammers). But locate the metered, city taxis on the ground floor. Check in with the starting desk with destination. Then go. Incredibly affordable and honest. Yes, make sure the meter is running. I even take taxis from Bangkok to Pattaya. Ill stop one on the street, negotiate to equivalent of $30 or $35 US, tip him about 200 baht beyond that when we arrive, and its never been a problem. Ill even ask him to stop at a convenience store, buy myself a beer and him a water or soft drink....and its an enjoyable afternoon.
Those scooter taxis are generally cheap, except some scammers near tourist areas. I used them daily when I lived there. The tuk tuk drivers are the worst.
Aw that lady in white at the end!:) I haven't visited Thailand since I was very young so I don't really remember. I'm adopted from Thailand but I was less than 3 months old. I hear from a lot of other Danes that they kind of know that they're being scammed but they justify it to themselves by saying that it's still cheaper for x amounts of weeks in Thailand than the same amounts of weeks just living normally in Denmark. I appreciate your advice though. I'm not big on destinations that are too touristy, but of course I have to see Bangkok since that's where I was born - according to my birth certificate.
Aww thank you for sharing in our community a personal chapter in your life. Thailand has some more quiet and less touristy island too. We just came back not too long. You might like to see Koh Lanta island!
NEVER, NEVER give out your passport.
Very true, thanks for your input!
Why not
@@omarkhamis523 you'd be dumb af, since it's your way outta the country
man up 1. Passport is the only way out of the country and the way back into your country
2. They can use your passport as identity fraud since a passport is 4 IDs in 1.
Hope this helps
@@gtarules1 I'm 12 how the fuck should I know the use of that shit
I also noticed 7 eleven staff don't give back correct change .
It happen to us mostly in restaurant. Still if you mention the employee he will correct it. Thx for your input! Our guide to travel Thailand is coming next!
Great informational video, love people like you, so sweet and lovely couple.Keep up the good work mate.Much love.
+Amit Sharma thank you so much for the nice comments. We are happy to know that the information are still up to date. Are you planning a trip there soon?
Takyo Travel hello, i visited Bangkok and followed your advice.I had a great trip and planning to go again. Thailand is a beautiful country and not to mention the people of Thailand are so welcoming and full of life.One have be a bit carefull while travelling, but i found Thailand extremely safe , some exceptions are evrywhere.Thank You once again for your work, you guys are great. I am planning to go again soon. Thanks much love.
Takyo Travel rrgbou
Thank you . You sound like a nice man
you are required to have your passport with you at all times.
never leave your passport with anyone
jared Noah
thats the law.
you are not required to carry ID in your country?
Brandon Henke
Nope. In some countries the only ID is your passport, there aren't any ID cards and you aren't required to carry your passport.
More, you aren't required to carry a driving license even if you are driving. You have the right to supply the license within certain period of time (5 days) if police request it.
That's the difference between a country friendly to its people and the one that isn't.
2x 333 And how would they verify WHO has to show their driver's licence at the police station when they have no way of knowing your identity at that time?
Take a photocopy, never bring your original passport with you, moron.
Bullshit
Hey bro. I am from Thailand. Everything you said is so true. Even I got scammed by taxi.
Don't buy a simcard at the airport. They're 2 to 3 times more expensive then at the local 7-11
Very true, great input, thx!
Thanks!
Does it come with the little sim card tray tool or do I need to bring my own
What? The prices of True are exactly the same at the airport and in any mall
I bought at the airport and it was exactly the same price at a 711.
It’s not the scams that has ruined Thailand. It’s the fact prices have skyrocketed in places like Phuket. I went 5 times but never again after last time. More expensive than Sydney now. $8 average beer now. $50 on Main Street for 2 people to eat. Even back street food wasn’t cheap anymore
And stay the hell away from jet skis.
The scams in Thailand are easy to avoid, if it sounds too good to be true, it is! And the best way to get around Bangkok is the sky train, it's clean, fast, efficient, cheap, scam free and best part air conditioned!!!!
+Greg Dundee ouhhh we didn't get a chance to try out the sky train. We definitely should next time! Thanks for dropping by our channel! We'd love to hear what you think about our Bali vlogs :)
It is more a refrigerator than a train 😉
Yes, I love the BTS Skytrain and always book a Hotel near a BTS Station. A Rabbit Card makes using the Skytrain so easy, no queuing for Tickets.
Does it go from the airport to say Khaosan?
@@stephan2176 No it doesn't.
The one and only way to get around Asia is with GRAB its like uber and will give you cheap rates, it was a such a help in Vietnam
We use grab a lot during our trip in the Philippines. Very reliable!
This is particularly true in Phuket! The taxi cohorts here run the rates extremely high compared to the rest of Thailand. Typically, my wife and I drive to the places we are going, but if we are out on the town and will both be drinking, we will use grab. Usually, if you live in a place long enough and make friends with the right people, someone local will know a freelance driver who has reliable rates and can be booked ahead of time. He'll be more expensive than grab, but way less expensive than a street taxi. This is also great in Phuket when you need to get to the airport, as the rates for an airport run can be very expensive depending on who you take. You also usually get to have a nice relationship with someone local you trust and can feel good about supporting him with your business whenever you need to book a driver. The key thing in the hot tourist destinations in Thailand is to NOT get caught driving or riding drunk, which can be a very loose percentage of blood-alcohol level. The police crackdown in Phuket has been upped in recent months, for tourists and locals. If you are caught riding or driving drunk (a swab test or even breathalisers these days), you are looking at 10,000 - 20,000 Baht to avoid spending the night in jail. You shouldn't be drinking and driving anyway, so a little planning goes a long way...
Grab from Malaysia btw
I thought there's a scam about coconuts cause of thumbnail.
You get scammed all over the world......Also in Europe, anywhere in the world it's common if you are a tourist!
Agreed on that! We believe that scammers should not be the reason to stop travel. We should be more aware of them and help each other on giving advice and tips :) Thank you for your input!
Not in America or canada.
@@mysteryandmeaning297 You're joking right?
We have ran into MANY more scammers in Europe than we ran into in Thailand.
Not in Finland or Canada
you forgot a bigger scam that happens a lot in North Thailand. After you rent a bike ... you 'll find the police few metres away... they ask you for a permit to ride the scooter ... And of course we don't have such a thing and they charge you a lot ...
+Mounir B that happens a lot! We're getting our international licence before our next trip for sure! Did you see our vlog in Bali where this happened to us?
"Maybe stop making style videos and gain some depth first."
He gave multiple good advices and you bitch about one mistake.
gkittell Hi my international licrnce covers me to rent small motorbike or moped from uk
Bahahaha yeah that the common scam in thailand and Laos. They give you a rental motocycle at the renter then you get stop a few mile down the road by police and have no driver license so you had to pay the police some money
@@missthoj4993 well if you drive a scooter in another country without an international driver's licence it ain't a scam your just a food for not doing research and following the laws of the country .
been traveling to Thailand at least 1x a year since 2005. So far only the tuktuk and taxi drivers attempted to scam me...once your caught in a middle of a scam just say the magic word "tourist police" and they start to calm down.
in bkk take uber or bts train. avoid taxis if possible. Thai people are awesome. friendly and sweet ♡♡♡
great advices! thank you so much for sharing your wisdom.
Uber is not even operating in Thailand... They have Grab there
That is BS you are farang there and you have zero rights and cops are all corrupt as that Country.
If u use grab in Thailand don't be surprise if the taxi will pick a fight with the grab driver xD those taxi driver is retarded they will 100% try to scam u and u will pay 3x-5x more than what u should. Every single one of them will scam u so beware. :) I'm from Thailand so I know what is going on.
AVOID Ping Pong shows also as i was scammed 2500 batt.
Great little video. First time I went to Pattaya I got hit hard with the jet ski rental scam. My daughter had allegedly caused damage, but in reality she hadn't crashed into anything. This quickly turned into a very hostile beach-front confrontation, with more and more criminal-eyed locals gathering by the second. I didn't want to get my family into a violent (potentially deadly) situation, so I eventually yielded and coughed up the 2000 baht 'damage fee.' (But the second time I went there, several wonderful local people saved my life when I was literally dying of sepsis. And the doctor was awesome. Saved my life). So, yes, there are a lot of scammers, but also a lot great people with hearts of gold, as well).
But when it comes to jet skis, if you want to do that stuff in Pattaya, you would do well to wait until you get back home (wherever that may be). Because jet-skiing there is not known to have good outcomes. Really bad scene!
Wow, im so sorry to hear what you and your family had to go through with that Jet Ski adventure. Im also glad that you have seen good people in Thailand and not only scammers. Im sure your experience will help many futur travelers. Love your input. Wish you more beautiful trip to come.
Thanks for the reply. The jet ski incident was the only scam that's befallen me in Thailand. I've been to Thailand (from far south to far north & almost everything in between) more times than I can count, over the years. Main reason is learning Muay Thai. Also some family vacations (It's a mere 2.5 hr flight from where I live). In none of those places was I ever scammed. Street-smartness is very important. Also there's something that in the military they call "bearing." It has to do with how you conduct and carry yourself.
What I'm about to write can cut down peoples' chances of getting scammed (or robbed, etc.) greatly: Carry yourself with confidence. Good posture, shoulders back. Walk like a boss. Walk like a U.S. Marine. Maintain total confidence in your eyes. This doesn't necessarily mean a hostile look. A totally confident, yet relaxed look is the best. Even in a totally new place, make yourself feel (pretend and act accordingly) that, "I own this neighborhood." There have been times (in Korea, India and Thailand) when I was totally lost. I put on this attitude, this "bearing," and nobody ever tried to scam or harm me in any way. People worldwide are very good at reading all these sorts of non-verbal messages. Giving out the wrong messages will inevitably bring on the scammers, or even worse.
As for avoiding honey trap scams, that's really easy. When a bar girl or massage girl invites you in, smile and say in a very friendly way, "No thank you, khap. My wife makes me very happy." And just keep walking on. (Even if you don't have a wife, the bar girl doesn't know that.)
My mother is Thai and fortunately the man knew better than to mess with her.
in my 10 years in thailand and the biggest scam i saw was guys falling in love with thai girls then the thai girl convinces the guy to build a house on her land. i know a few guys who lost a lot. dont matter if she is a prostitute/bargirl or not. they all run the same scam. thailand is a fun country and i will move back after my kids finish school. i am missing the durian.
We definitely agree that it's a fun country! if you do watch our Thailand Vlogs, we had tons of fun :) This video was made in the sole purpose to let first timers know a bit about the common scams practiced there. Thanks for watching!
yes you have made a useful video for sure. i think getting scammed is part of the experience and a fun story to tell on getting home, as long as it is not for too much money that is. thailand is a safe place as long as you dont have a temper problem. i would advise people to just not rent jetskis as that can turn out to be expensive. my 2 kids hare half thai so i will have to be careful not to be scammed by them. keep up the good work.
Yep. this scam is definitely the biggest and still going strong while foreign men cry like babies.
mike allen I knew a older guy who did that. He planned on retiring down there. He was wiring money to this sexy chick he met down there. Sent over $10,000 he told me. I don't know how much it costs to build a house there but he had a home here in the US too.
His friend would tell me that she's playing him but he doesn't want to listen. He told me that she told him to never come down there without telling her. That was suspicious to me & I told him that. Anyway, he retired & went down there without telling her. She knew when he planned his retirement. She was nowhere to be found once he got there.
He overstayed his visa looking for her I guess & ended up losing his home here in the US doing it. So he moved in with a friend in his basement. One day on my way to work, our mutual friend had told me that he died.
I asled how?? Well, he trip down the stairs to the basement. Shit is sad. Retires, gets scammed out of $10,000 plus, gets scammed out of love, loses his home & breaks his neck falling down stairs at a friend house.
This happened about 5 years ago man.
Mutual Decline That's so sad!
don't lose that girl! marry her...U look good together. good video
+Jerry Thai awww, thank you so much. You are so nice!
Takyo Travel Have gone to Chiangmai? I am planning to go there. But I was told since I am very dark (Indian but raised in child) I may get a lot of racism towards me. Regardless awesome video. Make sure to marry that girl you are traveling with.
Jerry Thai she married someone else already.
No we were not in Chiangmai but there are tons of tourist from all over the world, we didn't notice any racism toward indians tourist. actually Thai thought that Jade was a Thai girl and disrespected her more because of that.
Takyo Travel disrespecting jade because they thought she is Thai. That's horrible. In Indian culture if you are light skinned you are god. If you are dark skinned you are not good enough. Funny how it works in third world countries. I was in Argentina and I personally experienced the prejudices towards dark skin color. Thanks for your reply. Your review was very helpful.
thanks for the information. I'm always aware of scammers were ever I go but that for sharing and hope to see more your videos guys
+Barbara paulus thank you so much for the nice comments. We are currently in Bali. We should make a lot of video here!
Photocopy passport never give over your passport
Most European passports that are photocopied can be used for identity theft very easily. The BSN/SoFi needs to be blanked out or use a black marker to make it unreadable. If I get that number, I can get €5000 loans and make you pay my taxes extremely easily.
Sounds scary, this country is full of conmen
Don't listen to this guy. I spent 2 months in se Asia, 4 countries. And I gave over my passport about 15 times. By the end of my trip I still had it. Don't be fuckin stupid, make sure the people you are giving it to are safe and reliable. Such as a hostel, or getting a visa at a border. But if someone asks for your passport for something stupid like a boat ride, deny that immediately. And as for photocopying it, that is much much worse then handing it over to someone
It's advised that passport copies be brought when touring because if your items are stolen it will take days to get yourself a new passport. Just make sure to never give the copy to anyone to avoid identity theft.
always have a fake passport just in case
Hey,
Thanks a lot for your valuable information. It helps everyone who is planning to visit Thailand. Appreciate your interest to call out areas where one need to be very careful.
+kalyan srinivas we are glad to hear that this video helps you in your preparation. Thanks for the nice comments!
Not a scam as such but one thing that upsets and annoys many visitors is discriminatory pricing or dual pricing, where tourists are charged much more than locals for entry to attractions. This can happen with government owned or privately owned attractions. Often the entry price is displayed in English, and written in Thai script would be a much lower price for locals.
However unjustified you may feel this is, just forget about it, don't let it bother you. If the the asking price is too high, then give it a miss. Most of the time though, the higher farang price isn't that high, certainly not compared to tourist attractions in a lot of other countries. Just enjoy yourself and don't worry about a few $$.
Very well said there! There is a lot of discus to the dual price, but in the end, compare with our western country, we often pay way higher and not blink an eye. Thx for dropping by our channel and have a wonderful coming weekend!
It's a common practice in most tourist areas in developing country. I think for cultural heritage places I think it is ok n fair. Since the management need fund to run or preserve the area but if they set a high price, the locals will not be able to afford it (as it was cultural heritage sites, locals need to be able to come and visit those places). Hence they collect more from foreigners. But I against this practice for some non cultural heritage sites, such as entertainment park or resorts.
I really enjoyed watching your informative and very honest video. I hope you get more subscribers...good luck and keep making great videos.
Thank you so much for the nice comments. You really fuel our journey!
Well done...look forward to seeing more!
Hi Jerell! It was one of my very first vlog. I got a little bit better at it ;) We are currently back to Thailand and daily vlogging in Koh Samui :) come join the adventure! ua-cam.com/video/S1Ia_o9h71A/v-deo.html
You rock guys! Thanks a lot for revealing these scams, you will save a lot of people.
We’re glad if we can help one person not fall for those scams. Thailand is still absolutely beautiful and worth a visit for sure. Thanks for your support 🤗
Another handy tip when you arrive at the Airport entering Thailand, is to go upstairs to departure. If you grab a taxi as he's dropping of passengers it will avoid all the lines and he'll be wrapped he doesn't have to line up. Then name a price and he'll stick to it. Do not go untill you do. I've gone down the road and he tells you. Meter broken. Yer right mate, They have a hidden switch. Then he'll give you a high price. If he refuses to budge then tell him to stop the taxi and you get out. Simple. There will be another dozen in minutes. By this time your out of the airport. Also leave your someone in the taxi as you get your bags, otherwise he might drive of with them. And always have your main bag with valuables passport etc with you not in the boot. Same with bus trips. Sit on the footpath side so when the buss stops you can keep an eye on someone pinching your bag out from under the bus storage. If you take a train trip book the bottom bunk. Have fun. I have spent years in Thailand and I loved it. Friendliest people on earth, just don't upset them. JD
I will be there after 1 week. It a good call for me to take care of my self there it will be my first trip with my wife..
thanks for the tips.👍
Very hard not to upset someone who's ripping you off in your face
Very informative and beautifully filmed!
Thank you so much, we have more recent and conplete guide for Thailand if you need to know more about Thailand:)
17 trips to Thailand.... heading back in 2019.......
Really? And you didn't have any problems with immigration?
I had a terrible experience while TRYING TO ENTER Thailand. Got denied entry, because it was my third trip to Thailand this year. Immigration officer said I HAVE BEEN HERE TO MANY TIMES! Got detained at the airport for 48h and had to buy ticket to back to the UK :/
There were about 15 people in the detention room with me. No shower, couldn't change clothes after 12 hours filght, nightmare!
I will never come back to Thailand and wil be scared even to have layover at Bangkok airport!
Thanks for the tip, always good to get a heads up with certain scam. Cheers
You are very welcome, stay safe for now. Let's hope we all will travel back again soon!
That 'nice ambiance' restaurant would definitely have me checking out just where the fire exits are before I sat down and ordered food.
Hahahaha! Yeah is quite a special restaurant ;)
Thank you! Very nice video and helpful information! Keep it up!
Thanks! we love sharing and helping other travelers :) We are currently in Bali!
UPDATE: NOV 2019
NO RENTALS AT GRAND PALACE, buy outside for less than half the price.
I have gone once in my life and it was nov 2019. 50 bht for pants outside, but 200 bht inside after going through the long line. More of a scam inside than out.
Thx for the useful update!
Nice video. Keep up the good work. I'm leaving for Thailand next week. Your video was helpful.
Yeah!!! Thank you so much for the feedback! Have a safe trip!
I leave for Bangkok in 3 weeks, please say you made it back alive 😂😂
Thank you bro.
You are very welcome, Thailand is still a beautiful place to visit. Just be aware of the scams :)
Great video and great information. Thankyou guys!
+Ravi 276 it is a pleasure :) thanks for your positive comments!
No worries .I love Thailand. But these scams do happen. Got taken on a tuk tuk ride..It was fun but....why do I want a suit? Anyway, thankyou. Look forward to more vids Wish you guys all the best.
Thank you for your advice. This is information not typically offered among American or English expat videos. Perhaps they might not have been aware if yhese scams, since they thought that the prices were quite inexpensive already. But, it is not okay to be "taken" just because we are new to a place. Thank you once more.
Thank you so much for such a positive and encouraging comments. We always do a lot of research before any trip. It would be such a waste not to share these information 😊
What town is this in Thailand where the video was shot. Also, at time 4:04, where was that? Cheers.
Worked and travelled in Japan and I can say I do not know of a single scam.
+TheDutyPaid Japan have a very strong sense of ethic and honor
TheDutyPaid You obviously didn't go out where bars and clubs are. Japan drink scams are very well known.
TheDutyPaid
"Buy me drink girl" in Japan. Very dangerous...
Every country has them, even Japan!
There are scam in Japan too. Both by locals and foreigners.
Thanks for the tip. Went on airbnb and will be using them to plan my next trip in 2018.
you're most welcome, we're so glad to be of any help at all! We love Airbnb and use it almost every where. Happy travels!
you gys are awesome and thank you for the vlog advise
+B Lenny thank you so much for dropping the nice comments. It's very encouraging for us.
Great video. All good advice.... just be aware!
Thanks we love to hear from your feedback!
some great tips. Thailand is so beautiful!
We agree 100%. Thailand is a gorgeous country, we posted those tips just to help tourists, such as ourselves, achieve a more enjoyable, safe trip.
Thanks for watching!
Welcome to Thailand , thank you very much to travel in my country .We hope you will happy to this trip.
Very useful. Thank you so much
Thank you so much! We will do a complete guide for Thailand very soon, if you plan to go there, stay tune!
This information is sooooo useful. Thanks so much! :D I also really like the way You have put the video together.
Thank you so much! we improved our editing & filming a lot if you watch one of our more recent videos :)
Ok, I just subscribed. :D Maybe one day we are gonna meet in Thailand. :D
We are looking to come back to explore more of the north and south east of the Thailand gulf. Would be nice to have a beer somewhere for sure!
Nice
..in Video.. recognised a lot of places in Koh Sumai...as we had been there last month
Im sure you had a very good trip. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. We also prepare a complete guide for Thailand. ua-cam.com/video/k2Z-UdLvy0E/v-deo.html
In case you plan to revisit again soon ;)
Great information on Thailand, it's on my list to visit soon.
+Franco you are welcome, thanks for letting us know your feeback. Have a great trip! If you go around april, look up for the Songkran!
You should be wearing helmets on that scooter man 😩 $2 helmet for a $2 head
nicely produced video and couple. Thanks for the information.
Thanks for watching! We hope this is helpful to your trip planning.
Good video. Not been to Thailand in almost 20 years.
Your girlfriend or travel companion is beautiful.... lucky dude.
Thanks for watching we just came back from our second trip there in 3 years and there is Grab Car now so now it's easy to avoid the taxi scams.
Great videos, nice shots and music.
May I ask what condo buildings those were at about the 7:30 mark and and the 7:40 mark? Is that in Chiang Mai? Thanks! ~Glenn
Hi Glenn, thank you so much for your positive comments. The condo showed at mark 7:30 and 7:40 are the same. It's located in Phuket, the name of the condo is we found it on Airbnb and the host is Richard. You can easily find him on Airbnb with these informations. Also, if you plan on booking with Airbnb, take our referral link to benefit from up to 50$ CAD on your first booking.
I hope I answer correctly to your question, let me know if you need more precision. Thanks for watching!
My guess of Chiang Mai was way off, it just reminded me of the mountains there. I've only been to Phuket once while using the airport. I guess I should explore there more, that scene looks cool. Thanks for the answer! ~Glenn
hahahaha! yeah Chiang Mai was way off ;) Phuket as a more quiet, relaxed and family friendly side call Karon. It has mountain and nice beach with less tourist.
one advice wear helmet while riding a bike...
+Vijay Nair that is one very good advice!
Sorry for all the side comments, Takyo. Can't sleep tonight and I like your helpful video... My advice for anyone who plans on riding in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, or Laos is to bring your own helmet, preferably one manufactured in Australia, the UK, or the US. I mean no disrespect to any of these countries, but helmets are not made to the same standard as they are in the west. The "eggshell" helmets that often accompany rentals or even with a local rider you might use in Bangkok for example so that you can skip through traffic just aren't safe by comparison. I know it is a major hassle to have to haul a helmet around on a holiday, especially with flights and the rest, but I can't stress the importance of this enough, especially if your holiday is going to have you on the road for a significant amount of time. Travel safely, everyone.
Don't be sorry for the side comment lol! Is a very interesting idea that you brought. I never thought of bringing my own helmet. But it's so true what you said. The helmet standard in asia are not comparable to western standard. It can really ruin your vacation. If the person is not experimented, the motorbike is not recommended. Better spend a little more on taxi then emergency hospital ;)!
Exept if you are like in kolanta so quite there.
If you rent a scooter CHECK THE BRAKES!
Great video and great advice. I was there traveling around 1990. Such a beautiful place. Would love to go back.
They no longer loan clothes at the grand palace
what?? thanks for the update. Do they charge for it now or do they just let you go in whatever you're wearing?
No, they do not have clothes, so if you're not dressed appropriately you don't get in, simple as that. They are now VERY strict. This is a recent change. Previously like you said I loaned clothes and you could get into the entrance part of the palace and either change your clothes or loan their clothes, now you can't even get in the first gate. Also there is nowhere outside you can change, there are no toilets outside you can use unless you eat in one of the restaurants. So come fully covered or you won't be allowed to enter.
Thanks for your input. We hope this situation will change. Or they allowed people to wear scarf
So what is completely covered ? Short sleeve shirt and shorts or skirt to the knees ok? Or do they want wants and long sleeve shirt??
Thank you for the great video and all information.
May I ask where she got the teal dress? I love it!
Thanks for watching. We found it at Asiatique night Market in Bangkok, was around 1000baht.
Thanks for the awesome vlog! Subbed
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awesome vidz guys loving it
Thank you so much for the positive comment. It really mean a lot to us!
Always wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle. Also, AIRBNB is only legal in Thailand if the rental is at least 30 days. If u use AIRBNB be careful.
This is valuable information, thank you very much!
That might vary on location, actually. I live in Phuket and had some Aussie friends come and stay with us a few days. Later I drove them to a place they booked on AIRBNB that was nearer the beach (at least I think it was AirBNB), and they'd booked for 10 days or something like that.
Anyone renting for less than 30 days must obtain a hotel license which is very difficult. Most AIRBNB in Thailand are operating outside the law and subject to criminal action. Renters could be evicted without compensation since AIRBNB requires them to follow all laws.
Good to learn. Thanks for that.
What’s the best way to go to Pattaya from Bangkok?
This will help "travel to Pattaya" ua-cam.com/video/lmg4oz-rSK8/v-deo.html
Takyo Travel
Thank You!
Thank you! I just learned SO much! Going to Thailand in January
We also have a complete guide for Thailand in our playlist if you need more information, have a safe trip!
@mishymo You gotta check out Krabi and the spectacular islands there (especially Koh Hong) and see if you can trek through the jungle in Chaing Mai. Enjoy your holiday. And next time, hit up Bali.
@mishymo So am I going solo and my 1st time, I’m an American with an Asian race...I’m not sure if my race is an advantage or the other way around.
@@youngforever9143 Your race doesn't matter, your energy does. What you put out in to the world will come back to you. Spread love, have fun and return home with priceless memories.
Excellent job! You covered all the important areas to look for!
Thank you so much for your feedback, it means a lot to us!
Oh man. Just save yourself trouble and stay home or go Japan instead.
loll! Is not that bad, still a beautiful country, and not all Thai are scammers
but too much to enjoy Thailand
KuruKuruGorilla Japan is amazing but much more pricey. And there are a lot of scammers too at night in some districts called street touts(usually Japanese & Jamaican men) who'll bother you non-stop on the street.
mic300391 Jamaïcain scammers in Japan ?? Really?????
Ben88 yup.
Dude, everything being everything... your woman is perfect. YOU DONE GOOD!
+John Ray thank you! I’ll pass the compliment along to Jade. Have a great tuesday ✌️
Bar girls can't eat love, that's what Dead Farang says
Very informative. Thanks for sharing your views 😘
+bloscher22 dmello22 we hope to help other travelers. Thailand still a beautiful country with honest peoples🖒 thanks for watching!
nice information, but please wear a helmet while riding motorcycle, or else you will end up in disaster if foreigner caught by law officer.
Yeah, this is so true. It can cost a lot, plus they can retain your bike if you don't have the money on the spot.
I've backpacked through over 90 countries since 1968. I'm a traveler not a tourist and locals seem to know the difference. I recognize scams and seldom ran across them myself, but I've seen tourists get ripped off everywhere from being charged 10X more for a taxi to 300% markups on food. Tourists stand out. They seem to advertise themselves as being willing to pay more for stuff. I don't know why that is. I can live on $15 a day in Asia, including lodging, but tourists are willing to spend hundreds. Same in Central and South America. I learn the money 1st thing. I use Lonely Planet as my guide and talk to other travelers. Travelers tend to melt into the local scene. We don't take many photos, we eat what and where the locals eat, we stay with families, not hotels, we don't wear "tourist clothes", and we don't take guided tours. I've been in a jade store where the owner told me to "come back in two hours" because he was changing price tags for two tourist buses coming through. He was raising prices. Later, he have me a hand-made doll for free that he sold to tourists for $10. I've seen the same in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Mid-East, and the Pacific Islands. I saw a famiy of four on Moorea charged $170 for a breakfast at a tourist restaurant that only cost me $2.75 down the street at a food truck, and better food. I don't see the scamming in North America. Well, $40 for a tee shirt on the Santa Cruz pier that sells for $15 on Amazon, but the price is $40 to locals too. If you want to know a country, get away from the tourists. They travel in a caricature.
Fun fact : Some buildings from a temple is fully made of gold
What sim card do you recommend?
Sorry for that we really had no preference. Hope you will find your answer soon, we are curious too!
Nice you made the last lady famous now :p
+genki guhji hahahahha! Yes, i wish i had her email to send her this video. She was really helpful with us.
Takyo Travel liars go to hell, what she said did not even come close to what you translated it to.
This is amazing video. Thanks!
+The Captain thanks Captain! We did many more videos on Thailand, Philippines and Bali if you're interested!
Have a beautiful week end 👌
Takyo Travel. I'm traveling to Osaka Japan this coming November and maybe go to Thailand for a few days. Thanks again for the great info and have a great weekend as well.
I have been to Thailand many times and to all of these places. This review of Thai culture is wildly overly harsh. Taxis are the most dis-honnest people in every culture. If you spend a lot of time in Thailand you will get a more accurate idea of Thailand. I travel a lot and I find Japanese culture to be the most honest, quickly followed by Swiss and then Thai culture. They are among the most honest people and kindest culture you can hope for. Question the taxi drivers. If you don't think one is honest. Try another. If the next three taxi drivers wont give you the meter rate because it is friday night and the rates are not the same as in the day time and less premium times. Good luck finding a taxi that will give you meter rates. You will be there all night. Big part of the problem with this review is that it is done with thick probably American goggles. I have been in situations were people gave me a ride two hours out of their way just to be kind not wanting any money. In rural areas truck drivers returning home with their company trucks routinely pick people up for free and pick up spots that the thai people know about. I rode for over an hour in the back of the truck once this way. If you did not get change correctly it is much more likely that the person did not have correct change a common problem and they hoped you would not be bothered for a small amount and did not want to create a disruption. I have been drunk on the beach in this same Island passed out in the chair. The thai people did not want to wake me for me to pay my bill. They let me slide until someone was able to let me know I did not pay my bill yet in the morning. That is Thai Culture!!!! Not this wildly skewed there are scammers everywhere version. In about 1% of Thailand in the most tourist filled or should I say mobbed places you may see some of this treatment. Thai people have a strong sense of honor and honesty very similar to Japanese. (This comes from a person ashamed to admit he is American when he travels). Consider the words of the video but balance them against my words to get a more accurate view of thailand if you plan to visit there. I have been to Thailand dozens of times. The only issues I have ever had were with miss translation problems and taxi drivers. They also have some of the nicest and most considerate and honest taxi drivers too. But about one in three I would rate less than honest or desirable.
+Rob Pre thank you for telling us about your experience. Obviously this video is not directed at experienced thai visitors like you. We just want to help the first timer that will visit those most "touristy" place have a great experience.
We do think Thais are great people as you can see the really nice lady at the end of the video.
Thank you so much for dropping by! We hope you will enjoy our Bali vlogs better :)
Rob Pre never been scammed in Thailand maybe once with the TukTuk mafia from BBK bus Station but I knew the score before I got in the taxi ,400 baht my girl lost her shit lol ,very funny 😆
You never have to count your change in Thailand it's rare to be ripped off
good stuff bro, great channel
Thank you so much for your support, have a fantastic week end :)
There's a saying I'm the airline industry...."Man who goes through a turnstile sideways is going to Bangkok"
LOL!
we all should make travel videos like this it's so much informative and you know a lot which prepares you for the travel..
merci Monsieur et la madam :-)
+Nimish Nayak awww...this is such a nice comment for us. Yes we really thing that sharing info like this would help many travelers. Makes the travel more safe too. Merci beaucoup a vous!
Scams happen everywhere
Very true! Thailand is a beautiful place to visit
Just finished watching this and your other vlog: Tel Aviv... , amazing job thanks so much for all the information!!! Salamat po
maligayang pagdating David! We are so grateful that you enjoyed our vlogs. We are now at the airport heading to Prague. Wish to see you again with us in our adventures! Have a wonderful week!
Thanks. BTW, beautiful couple.
Thank you so much! We are preparing a complete guide for Thailand if you are planning a trip there, stay tune! Wish you a good trip!
Planning to visit Thailand this coming July... thank you for this video, help me a lot .. My first time to go to Thailand and I’m alone 😊
Hi Yza, glad you find this video helpful! We are heading back to Thailand in April 2018. We will bring back more informations on how to travel from islands to islands. Stay tune for more coming very soon. You will have a great time even has a solo traveler. Have a safe trip!
Takyo Travel yes I will! 😊
Good luck bro, I just got home from my first trip to Thailand ever and I was also going solo. I was in northern part of Thailand, riding motorcycle between the cities and up in the mountains. Amazing, everyone is so nice, even to foreigners in this area, not like in phuket or bangkok. i had no scams up there, everyone was super friendly. but i warn u, this is not the case in bangkok, atleast not the airport. good advice from the video, fix ur flights before u leave home and make sure u have atleast a couple of hours if u land in bangkok first to catch another flight. i missed my flight from bangkok to chiang mai because i had to do some tourist visa shit which took alot of time and i had to run all around the airport with thai people in suits trying to scam me, and eventually i had to accept being scammed and buy his damn ticket, if i didn't i would have died in that airport haha.
and bring condoms, trust me u could meet a partner from out of nowhere, just like me. its not a good feeling to come home and have a doctor checking u for HIV lol.
skaneasd thanks for advice.. I’m planning to spend my 1week holiday in Bangkok and Pattaya. You think solo woman round around in Bangkok is safe or should I drag my friend to accompany me? 😂😂😂 I just thinking now if safe to explore Bangkok for a solo woman like me 😁
yza Resquir If it's anything like Chiang mai then yeah I think it's safe, but if its late all the weird and creepy people (mostly tourists in my experience) start to come out but I don't think u need a friend to survive 😂 It could get lonely though, I missed having someone to talk to when I was alone in the mountains but hopefully u will meet a lot of new friends, many tourists as well as Thai are wonderful people just enjoying the beautiful country and its sights
Dude, you shouldn't be riding a motorbike in Thailand without a helmet. Actually, you shouldn't do that anywhere. Really great advice otherwise. Local Thais are wonderful and friendly, and all they ever ask is that you treat them in a kind way and with respect. I love living here. My Mexican side loves the spicy food!
I can agree more than that! An accident can really ruin your holydays. Plus no need to talk about the problem with law enforcement. Your comment is very true and I only wish more farang would understand this and go over the scammers and meet these beautiful people, and OMG their cuisine is so delicious!
From the numbers that come out of the tourism bureau every year, millions of people from over over the world overlook rumours of scams and come to Thailand anyway.
This is an amazing place, but like all places you have to use common sense and be respectful of the people. The Thais will return your good nature for sure.
Good stuff,great advice,keep it up.
Thanks for watching!
It's funny because that women at the end has would have no idea that 800,000 people will have watch her do that she just chuckled when she was told she's famous now
Haha, we always feel like it’s so random with youtube. Some of our most popular videos are our first ones when the latest ones are so much better quality wise since we upgraded the gear & editing tools... you never know which video youtube choose to promote 🤷♀️
Thanks for watching!!! Have a great week end.
The Bangkok airport taxis have improved greatly since the ticket issuing machines were introduced. We still take a photo of the cab number located on the back seat doors. Cheers Leigh & Toon.
Jet ski scam is most common
Enkuush P no the testicular scam is more common trust me
remember to haggle everything. also have a conversion cheatsheets. be extremely polite when declining sales. the place is amazing to visit.
Jade loves haggling prices so we were covered :)
my goodness too much work just for a vacation, very stressful
it's honestly not too bad once you're aware. just by watching those type of video, you're more likely to spot scams right away. Thanks for watching and happy travels!
Thank you so much for these advise, it will help me a lot❤️
Your welcome Jackielyn, we also did a complete guide if this can help ua-cam.com/video/k2Z-UdLvy0E/v-deo.html
Wish you a safe trip!
So better not to go with kids?
Very good question, i think it's doable with kids. Just avoid the redlight district. Visit islands instead. We did a more recent complete guide that you can find at the end of this vlog.
Hello where is located the love scene thai and european food restaurant
love scene is a great restaurant.
We couldn't agree more. Is was a total random choice we made, but what a charm!
Takyo Travel. This is the one near Soi Cowboy / Asok
What type of camera are you using, very nice image.
Lolll these footages was capture at the very first beginning of our channel. 3 years ago, with the gopro3. Thank you for your positive feedback!
Walk bus or train...never take a taxi or hire a scooter motorbike or jetski
Don't take a taxi? The last thing I'm doing after i arrive at the Bangkok airport at 11:00 pm is walking or taking a bus or train to my hotel. I have never, ever, had an issue with a metered taxi at the airport. (There, avoid the touts who approach you offering rides. Scammers). But locate the metered, city taxis on the ground floor. Check in with the starting desk with destination. Then go. Incredibly affordable and honest. Yes, make sure the meter is running. I even take taxis from Bangkok to Pattaya. Ill stop one on the street, negotiate to equivalent of $30 or $35 US, tip him about 200 baht beyond that when we arrive, and its never been a problem. Ill even ask him to stop at a convenience store, buy myself a beer and him a water or soft drink....and its an enjoyable afternoon.
Tom Belton I went to Thailand for a month. I used taxis and hires scooters all the time. You sir are talking shit
shitzngiggles 1 month experience compared to my four years on the ground...you will learn the hard way like I did given time
Those scooter taxis are generally cheap, except some scammers near tourist areas. I used them daily when I lived there. The tuk tuk drivers are the worst.
In Bangkok or Chiang mai uber or Grab Taxi
Good advise thank you .... but seriously didn't need to see the inside of your gob full of food at the end.
Glad you like the travel tip!
Me and my boyfriend were a victim of this effin tuktuk scam. Lesson learned.
I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you had a beautiful trip overall. Stay safe!
AS ALWAYS GREAT VIDEO AND INFORMATIVE.......
+Steve Graham thanks!! We had a great time in thailand and wanted to help other travelers have a great time as well.
Wow smooth videography.
Thanks for the nice comment! It's very encouraging for us :)
Hi, just wondering where in Thailand and the name of condo building with the beautiful rooftop pool and patio in this video is located?
Aw that lady in white at the end!:) I haven't visited Thailand since I was very young so I don't really remember. I'm adopted from Thailand but I was less than 3 months old. I hear from a lot of other Danes that they kind of know that they're being scammed but they justify it to themselves by saying that it's still cheaper for x amounts of weeks in Thailand than the same amounts of weeks just living normally in Denmark. I appreciate your advice though.
I'm not big on destinations that are too touristy, but of course I have to see Bangkok since that's where I was born - according to my birth certificate.
Aww thank you for sharing in our community a personal chapter in your life. Thailand has some more quiet and less touristy island too. We just came back not too long. You might like to see Koh Lanta island!
Nice video. Inspirational. I just started a blog myself. What camera did you use?
Thank you Jamel, we used the Go Pro hero 3 in this one. You can always refer to the description below the videos to see what equipments we used.
i think thailand is still ok for traveling. everything is safe. theres a lot beautiful country full of worst scammer example paris and around
+buddy man definitely scammer shouldn't stop us from traveling!
Devil's country
Superb video, thanks!
+Didgeridoo thx! I really like your profile picture! It really got me!
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