Very helpful Wayne, thanks. As far as shopping, two direct from China stores are getting real popular in the U.S., Temu and Shein. I use Temu frequently, this stuff is not only dirt cheap, but it is also pretty decent quality. I def. recommend.
That was great. Had to save it for whenever the heck I can finally make it to CM. Taking longer than I thought. I’m with you on google maps.. I have no sense of direction either. Ha. Keep enjoying the good life, Wayne!
I'm sure you're onto exchanging your pound at the best times of the year due to the fluctuations of the Thai baht? I hear you can save 7-10% by knowing the best times? Seems the trend is similar yearly? Cheers👍
Great work. I definitely would say Bolt is cheaper than Grab for transportation. I used it exclusively in Chiang Mai when I was there last time. Although it isn't available in all parts of Thailand, and Grab seems to be more universally available. Also, in some cases I've had more trouble finding a driver with Bolt and when I used Grab I haven't had the same problem. Perhaps having both and comparing would be helpful. I definitely disagree with your assessment of Agoda. But I found something unusual last time I was in Thailand regarding Agoda. When I used my phone from home with a US number I got some super deals, picked a hotel and paid with a CC, no hassle, but when I switched out the SIM with a Thai one, the super deals disappeared and I got hit with these "coupon" type offers that seemed to force me to pay a high price up front and somehow get reimbursed later. Needless to say I switched back to my US SIM card.
Nice! I’ve never used Bolt but Grab always seems to be reliable most of the time . Agoda and Booking no different really. Both with have better deals on certain days. Booking has always been my preferred but both do the job. Cheers 👍
Looking at your example of Wise, that looks like an expensive way to send money. Western Union from my debit card to the bank costs me $1.99 no matter the size of the transaction.
I’ll have to look into that. I’ve never been a big fan of Western Union but I’ll give it a look. Wise is really convenient with so many other things , so not sure what else western Union can do. I’ve got no problems with the wise fees, still cheap but WU does sound cheap, I’ll look it up.
Chloe is always my top recommendation mate. She doesn’t have a shop so need to contact her on Facebook. I’ll leave the link below. She’s a Farang so she’s straight down the line and never no problems with Chloe. Or if you prefer a shop, there’s many popular ones. Mango Scooters, D2 and Mr Mechanic are sone of the good ones. Here’s Chloe’s page - facebook.com/share/zRLGyDGZ4vVf69tW/?mibextid=LQQJ4d She delivers to the hotel and picks up again also.
@@WalkAboutWayne wicked that would be great.iam flying up from hua hin next Friday only in town until Sunday morning heading north to the mountains Monday
I travel a lot and have 11 of the apps on your list already on my phone.
Nice one mate 😀
Great info Wayne. I'll download some of those apps before I leave Aus. in a few weeks
Happy days mate. Thanks
Very useful info. Well done Wayne 🤩
Cheers mate 👍
Very helpful Wayne, thanks. As far as shopping, two direct from China stores are getting real popular in the U.S., Temu and Shein. I use Temu frequently, this stuff is not only dirt cheap, but it is also pretty decent quality. I def. recommend.
Nice one Dan, I will have to look into Temu.
Thank you Wayne good info mate 👍
No problem, mate 👍
I'd add Food Panda to that list!
Nice! I never use it but I know a lot of people do 👍
Great video..yes I'll be getting some new ones now😅some I've had already. Thank you👍
Thanks 👍
That was great. Had to save it for whenever the heck I can finally make it to CM. Taking longer than I thought. I’m with you on google maps.. I have no sense of direction either. Ha. Keep enjoying the good life, Wayne!
Thank you mate!
Thanks WW
Very much needed ✔️🤩✌️🙏👋
Nice one Ant, mate.
Thanks for the info, appreciate it
No problem. Thanks 🙏
Excellent vid man !
Thanks John 👍
Very useful Vlog, as always thanks for doing this. I have used Grab all over Southeast Asia and it is seamless.
Nice one Pat 👍
Good on ya mate.
Cheers John mate
I'm sure you're onto exchanging your pound at the best times of the year due to the fluctuations of the Thai baht? I hear you can save 7-10% by knowing the best times? Seems the trend is similar yearly? Cheers👍
I’ve never seen any pattern in changing money mate, so that’s not something I’ve seen. Interesting if that’s right 👍
Great work. I definitely would say Bolt is cheaper than Grab for transportation. I used it exclusively in Chiang Mai when I was there last time. Although it isn't available in all parts of Thailand, and Grab seems to be more universally available. Also, in some cases I've had more trouble finding a driver with Bolt and when I used Grab I haven't had the same problem. Perhaps having both and comparing would be helpful. I definitely disagree with your assessment of Agoda. But I found something unusual last time I was in Thailand regarding Agoda. When I used my phone from home with a US number I got some super deals, picked a hotel and paid with a CC, no hassle, but when I switched out the SIM with a Thai one, the super deals disappeared and I got hit with these "coupon" type offers that seemed to force me to pay a high price up front and somehow get reimbursed later. Needless to say I switched back to my US SIM card.
Nice! I’ve never used Bolt but Grab always seems to be reliable most of the time . Agoda and Booking no different really. Both with have better deals on certain days. Booking has always been my preferred but both do the job. Cheers 👍
Looking at your example of Wise, that looks like an expensive way to send money.
Western Union from my debit card to the bank costs me $1.99 no matter the size of the transaction.
I’ll have to look into that. I’ve never been a big fan of Western Union but I’ll give it a look. Wise is really convenient with so many other things , so not sure what else western Union can do. I’ve got no problems with the wise fees, still cheap but WU does sound cheap, I’ll look it up.
If your in a big city many times grab will fail if it’s busy , so bolt is a good back up
Yes, could be a good option to have both.
What about maxim ? 2 years ago it was new, still exists?
Can I ask where is the park please?
Kawila Park in Wat Ket. Over the Iron bridge and turn right towards Lamphun Road. Just a couple minutes from Iron Bridge.
@@WalkAboutWayne Thank you so much!
Hi Wayne any recommendations for scooter hire in Chiang mai mate there next week thanks any help
Chloe is always my top recommendation mate. She doesn’t have a shop so need to contact her on Facebook. I’ll leave the link below. She’s a Farang so she’s straight down the line and never no problems with Chloe. Or if you prefer a shop, there’s many popular ones. Mango Scooters, D2 and Mr Mechanic are sone of the good ones.
Here’s Chloe’s page - facebook.com/share/zRLGyDGZ4vVf69tW/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
She delivers to the hotel and picks up again also.
Oh, I just realized you probably won't be here for a month and Chloe normally only does long term. So any of the other shops will do the trick mate.
Give me a shout buddy, I'll meet you for a coffee.
@@WalkAboutWayne wicked that would be great.iam flying up from hua hin next Friday only in town until Sunday morning heading north to the mountains Monday
@@WalkAboutWayne thanks mango popped up on a search iam looking for about 6 days thanks for the info happy days
Always makes me feel bad when I look at my grab history food orders 😂😂😂
🤣🤣🤣 Yes, I know what you mean.
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Shopee is from Indonesia , Lazada is Chinese and belongs to Aliexpress ...
Shopee is Singoporean
@@Mark-yo5ue ... th for correction
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Come on mate we know you have Grinder
Why didn’t I know that one ! I had you look it up 🤣. I nearly downloaded it until I seen what it was 😮
@@WalkAboutWayne this guy is a shame to let you check that