It is recommended to use public transport or a taxi. Approximate cost of the trip from the airport to the center of Bangkok by taxi is about 400 baht, on the air-conditioned bus - 150 baht.

Renting cars and motorcycles is not recommended for several reasons:

  • in Thailand are not recognized Russian driver's license , and in the case of an accident, the existence of only such rights will become an aggravating circumstance;
  • left-sided traffic;
  • non-observance of rules by local drivers;
  • not very good condition of roads;
  • "eternal »Traffic jams in Bangkok.

When renting a moped or jet ski, please contact in specialized companies - they guarantee good technical condition and vehicle insurance. However, do not leave a passport as a security and do not sign contracts in which the amount is not clearly defined. Experts recommend renting any vehicles only in AVIS or BUDGET.

Use official taxis (with TAXI and TAXI-METER inscriptions) and mototaxi ("tuk-tukami"). Tuk-tuki is usually more expensive than a taxi. With TAXI and tuk-tukami negotiate the cost of the trip in advance. Showing the driver a hotel card, you will help him navigate. TAXI-METER has meters installed, landing cost 35 baht, then 3-5 baht per kilometer. In case of problems with the taxi, contact the tourist police.

Natalia Dorovskaya