How Much Is A Bangkok Taxi?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 มิ.ย. 2024
- I took a little walk to get a bit to eat. I had a talk answering, how much is a Bangkok taxi. The answer is, it depends. But, it's still affordable.
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Hey EE. Buddy of mine, a nine time visitor to Thailand turned me on to your channel. Hopping to push you over 10K. Nice stuff. Very informative
Hey I appreciate that. Thanks for watching. More to come.
Chili dogs are a food group, along with chili burgers!! I remember walking back from the bars in Folly Beach SC hitting Bert's and grabbing some chili dogs, good memories. Thanks for the video. Cheers
Ya man, it's a 1am food group. That's for sure
Be careful riding on those bikes without a helmet. Saw a guy bleeding to death in the middle of Sukhumvit 21 near Phetchaburi last Wednesday night. Medics were performing CPR on the man in full view of traffic and pedestrians. Was quite traumatizing and totally changed my view on the casual bike trip. That and Gordon Ramsay’s recent video warning against motorbikes without a helmet after he too was in a near fatal accident. Mentioning it here because in Bangkok it seems like a small deal. But things can get real bad real quick if you’re not careful. Eager Expat right in saying you want to assess the traffic situation first before picking a transport option.
Yes, there is a certain amount of risk you take on those moto-bikes. A helmet won't do much good if you get T-boned at 40mph. I've also seen at least a half dozen people getting hit by moto-bikes trying to walk across the road. It's all a risk in life.
But yes, wearing a helmet could save your life. While filming a video, I caught a guy getting hit trying to walk across Soi 63. It's usually a bike flying the wrong way in bumper to bumper traffic. Many bikes will have a spare helmet. They might not be worried so much about your safety, but the police setup checkpoints often. I went through one today near Terminal 21.
@@EagerExpat haha yeah a helmet is wearing you at those speeds. Love your work EE!
@@mattadonis Ya I try to wear a helmet. I hate seeing my girlfriend jump on side saddle without a helmet. But, many kids also grew up standing on the moto-bike in front of day.
Another great video. Thanks Joe. Appreciate you.
I appreciate that. More to come.
Congrats 12K...+
Doesn't know the time goes to Vietnamese bread store beer, live rock and roll ,chili dog , beer ,eye candy everywhere. And I think it's just a Tuesday lol dream life!
Hey thanks for checking in. Ya, no watch here. It's much cooler at 1am anyhow. Finish up that work and get on over here.
I agree with your view on paying a bit extra, and not knocking down the price unless you can honestly say you aren't a lot better off than these people. I'm much better off so it's my way of giving - a tip or even charity is how I see it. You put it very well. 😊
Yes, just a small tip doesn't affect me at all. But, it might be a persons bus fare or small dinner on the way home. It's a very small way to pay it forward.
Nice vid. Iam settling in nicely to your BKK vids.
Nice. I hope they help. Get on over here.
Hope you can get a few beers. Enjoy watching and learning about Bangkok. I used some of your airline ticket/ points advice. Flying Miami -> Doha -> BKK on Qatar airways in Feb.…. Great price. Transfer Chase pts to British Airway…BA Avios to Qatar 😊
Hey that's very generous. Sorry for the delay in approving the comment and thanking you. I just woke up. Your going to have a great trip. Maybe you can meet up with the guys and have a beer with us. February is the perfect time to come. Thanks again, Joe
Congratulations on 12K subs👍
Thank you so much. I'm just having a little fun. I'm glad someone is watching.
Hey 👋 I’ve been watching some of your videos and subscribed recently. I really like how you talk. Very informative and enjoyable videos. I’m coming to Bangkok for the first time in October and staying in soi 11. I’ll be there for 15 days so if you’re about one evening I’d love to grab a beer or 2 with you. Keep up the great work!
That sounds like a plan. I'll be here.
@@EagerExpat Great! Look forward to it.
Another excellent video, BUT…Another excellent video😊
Thanks again. More to come.
"Good morning its 1pm on saturday morning" words spoken by a true night owl love it.
Ha ha, yes I'd much rather be out when it's nice and cool. Works out great in a city like Bangkok.
My other favorite, hello everyone it’s ahh….oh a Tuesday” screen pop “Wednesday” (or equivalent) 🤣🤣
@@Marinate305 In my defense, I often leave on a Tuesday and return on a Wednesday. I have no comment not knowing if it's am or pm. That's the San Mig talking.
@@EagerExpat fair point.
@@Marinate305 Or I was just drunk. ha ha. This is somewhat likely if I was heading to eat a chili dog at 1am.
Cool vlog 🙏🙏
Thank you very much.
Nice video
Thanks for watching
The oil drill bit will be made of high grade steel. Definitely not titanium which is light.
Ya I was a mailman. I have no idea. I did used to race motocross. They changed all the bolts to titanium for weight. I remember that. Other than that, I was just the 13 year old who jumped high and rode way to fast.
The way I see it the vendors and drivers need to clear about 100 baht per hour to take home 1000 baht at the end of the day. A one hour trip for 50 baht doesn't fit in with reality and the Spidey Sense kicks in. On the other hand, if you haven't experienced it once, give it a try. No one can force you to buy a suit.
Ya I agree. When they say 50b, I counter with 200b and no stops at the brother in laws gold shop. The tuk tuk's are a fun way to get around town. Even if it cost twice as much as a moto-bike. It's worth it for the fun, once in a while.
Have you taken the bus system (obviously not for jaunts up & down the sois)? I tried them last year when prepping for retirement there; some routes are not so bad as long as you're flexible on time due to traffic (similar to taking a cab). Just make note of which routes and bus colors are served by air-conditioned buses versus the ones that aren't, and plan accordingly.
By the way, Shake Shake famously started as a food cart in a New York City park, so don't judge a book by its cover. Besides, if you've had tacos outside of HK, you're ready to hit up the carts on the sois....same same, only different, lol.
Hi. I've did the bus to Pattaya a bunch. Hua Hin years ago. But, around town, I just go up and down Sukhumvit. Even then, those buses are packed. Even at 1am. Maybe more so with the train closed.
I'm a huge street food guy. But, in most parts of town I have a small place that's open late. I'd rather sit on the small plastic stool. It's maybe 10b more. I didn't know that Shake Shake was a NYC cart. I tried it a few months ago. It was really good. Still, being from Southern California, I'll always be an In N Out guy.
Sometimes a man just wants a slice of pizza and a beer. Amen.
I heard that. I love my Thai food, but nothing wrong with a good pizza.
Hey man, I'm a Phoenix native with plans on moving to Thailand in a year or two. Some of your commentary got my attention recently when you mentioned the back pack and all the stuff you carry with you. Coming from the desert with very hot temperatures but low humidity I am concerned about the humidity. I sweat like a pig as it is and worry about walking around soaking wet! Is the humidity a killer? Thanks...Jeff in Phoenix.
Nah, you'll be fine. I came from San Diego. No heat or humidity and I've adjusted. You need to change a few things. If you like to go run at 8am, I would change that until 7pm. Or get used to a steep learning curve. I was just talking about wearing (in my case) a North Face or Adidas bucket hat. I also usually carry small tube of sun block and a wash cloth. I used to try and use the neck thing that you wet. That stays wet for about 15 minutes in this heat. I'm out walking around in the heat for three or four hours at a time. Most people don't do that. It's no big deal. If you go to Pattaya or Jomtien, it's way cooler. The large buildings in Bangkok kill any breeze. But, I prefer Bangkok for today.
Hi Thanks for your insightful videos. Can I ask if you used an agent to get your condo if so any recommendations for an agent, thanks.
Thanks for watching. I got a few condos on my own and the current one with an agent. She has since left the area. Just keep an mind, most agents will only show you there companies listings. They get one month's rent commission. No real incentive to split with another agent. So you might find a building you like and have to go to 5 agents to see 5 available units. No big deal, but that's how it often times works. Even walking into a condo office has slowed down. They usually can show you one or two places. The other 20 are listed with an agent. They don't want the office person cutting in on the deal.
@@EagerExpat thanks for getting back so quickly. Have a good day.
@@huggybear1 You got it. Good luck. You can check a site called Faz Waz for good pictures. The prices might be a year old. Facebook Marketplace is also decent for up to date pricing.
Basically, when it comes to the style of driving in Bangkok, if you don't like the way Thai people drive then stay off the sidewalk! 🤣
The sidewalk is a third lane in many parts of the world. Ha ha. Fine by me.
I took a look at a Grab charge and it looks like the CSP gives 2x and codes it as "Taxicabs and limousines" even on food orders.
Yes, it is 2x. Not that's it's a problem, but most my rides are $1. The food can add up. Plus, it's 2x on all my bar adventures.
@@EagerExpat I had 3x in my mind, but you’re right 2X is better than 1x. Thanks for sharing.
@@Marinate305 Ya I'm just waking up. I was wrong. It's 3x dining and 2x transportation. Grab food does code as 2x, but that's ok. 3x at bars too, so that's handy
@@EagerExpat lol, no. I wasn’t calling you out or anything. I thought the same. Doordash and UberEats do here in the states and of course my taco orders on Tuesday’s. Anyway 3x points on my card at either Stella’s or O’Shea’s sooner than later. 🤣 have a good one.
@@Marinate305 I love those points.
Do they have the Hefeviezen type of beer in Bangkok?
Yes, they have it all. Even craft beer is everywhere. You'll pay 300b at times, but it's all here.
How much would it be for a tuk tuk to go from Asoke to Patpong?
It depends on the time of day and weather. At 6am, they will probably do it for 100b. At rush hour they might ask 400b. In the rain, they won't do it for any price. I did a ride from Asia Tique around 10pm to Terminal 21 for 200b.
Adding as suggested beginning a new thread so yt doesn't bury me > responding to the helmet thread another person chimed in abt citing the accident on Petchiburi >
wondering about the prospects of finding a used helmet to buy ..or maybe rent while there .. maybe a night market vendor or something? > if purchased I would consider donating it to a biker when done with it ... maybe they'd use it as a customer spare?.. or whatever > will reach out Joe as previously mentioned once settled... hopefully not more than 2-3 days after I arrive late Sun > getting on cheap Charley flt 1st leg economy unfortunately..1st leg to Narita > thankfully the Narita leg to BKK will be layflat which I will surely need by then > of course the neck began acting up yesterday along with....awww forget it ... just call it oldman'itis along w/tmi🥴
99% of the helmets are cheap and cost $20 or so. You can get those anywhere. Including lotus or Big C. It's still better than nothing. A good motorcycle helmet will be worth more than many of the bikes you ride on. That's actually a little more of a concern to me. A wheel locking up or chain busting off at 40nph. Still 99% of people including myself are wearing shorts too. So it's all a little risk.
I'm sorry my memory is not great. Remind me. You arrive late next Sunday. Is that the 30th? Maybe a beer on the 2nd or 3rd? Sounds good. I might go dive that Friday. Is that the 3rd? Tell me your name again. I mix up all the yt handles. How about a beer at Osheas on the 2nd around 5pm. I'll write it down on the calendar
@@EagerExpat > I'm arriving in approx 24 hrs +/- > I'm airside now boarding in abt an hr +
Rob is my name > have a Thai # that I'm hoping to reload & if so will get that to You privately (not here) upon arrival...maybe at Stella's or wherever > also have Whatsapp if you're there > catch up soon
@@user-bc1bd5ig7b Oh cool. I remember now. I have to go to the dentist Tuesday afternoon. I might meet another subscriber on Wednesday at Oshea's on Sukhumvit Soi 33/1. Maybe 6:00pm. Get a few happy hour drinks. Let me know and I'll put it on the calendar. Have a nice flight.
@@EagerExpat > reticent to add to a thread due to wonky algorithm notification...but here goes > sounds like we're going to the DDS on the same day .. swear if I run into you there later on 🤣
If I'm able to make O'Shea's Wed will definitely do my best to be there...but as mentioned among the reasons I'm here is to get a buncha long overdue much needed DDS work... which isn't exactly going to be the run of the mill cleaning or cavity fill > certainly wouldn't come all the way across the Pacific just for that > so if not completely snackerd in pain by then I'll be there & we can exchange contact info there > otherwise it'll surely be another time/soon & will simply continue for now adding msgs to your latest uploads.. unlike what I just did here ... doing exactly what you requested we not do.
@@user-bc1bd5ig7b No problem. Get your dental work started. Shoot me a message on any video Wed afternoon. I may or may not head over unless your going. Trying to not drink this week. Ha ha. Otherwise, I'll be around. Ok Rob catch ya later. I'm heading for a cleaning at Bangkok International dental Hospital at 400pm today. Then dinner with Boon.
Have you been to Min Buri market?
I never have. I've been in the area, but never the market.
Is Khoisan road worth going to?
It's pretty loud. More like a frat party. I'd go once to check it out. The area on either side of Khao San is pretty nice. Mellow open bars. Khao San is for the 18 year old crowd.
@@EagerExpat Thanks for answering. I’m 61 so it might not be my cup of tea.
@@mmaranta785 Ya, it's a little crazy. I did a video when it was slow a few years ago. It's not slow today. th-cam.com/video/Qfxn3f9LIGI/w-d-xo.html
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Brah...you doing it again...commenting on the one (1) Negative (-) comment on your videos. Your subscribers No Care....
I hear ya, but I do put out a video everyday. A guy runs out of stuff to talk about. Making fun of a troll after 3 or 4 beers sometimes seems like a good idea. But message received. Lets keep it positive. With that said, I have the next 10 videos made. Who knows what I said. Ha ha.