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26-02-2008, 23:41
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Newbie October arrival
Firstly i would like to thank all the BM for some excellent info.
i shall not arrive in Phuket until mid October,and i shall be staying in Karon. A few questions 1: How far from Karon beach roundabout to Bangla road ( best way to get there and back) 2: Are there any festivals in mid October or booze bans 3: Have been told to purchase a prepaid thia mobile on arrival (location to do this and aquire top ups) 4: Some parts of the world require tips ,eg USA for almost everything, is this the norm in Phuket, and whats the going rate (don`t want to sound a cheap charlie but i think tips should be for good service) ok thats all the immediate questions i need answering for now TIA for you help 
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26-02-2008, 23:44
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Hi And Wttb....a Lot Of Your Qs Are Already Answered....take Some Time And Have A Read.........ij
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27-02-2008, 21:44
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Welcome to the Board. You have a lot of time to do some research -Tuk Tuk to and from Patong at 300B each way. -Buy a cheap phone on arrival or bring one already unlocked and buy a local SIM card. International calls using 009 at the beginning are cheap. -Tips. Fairly standard in tourist areas. 10% is normal.
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28-02-2008, 02:26
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Hi, and welcome onboard! Take a look at this event calender: Phuket Thailand calendar of event- travel and tourism information in Phuket F
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28-02-2008, 15:01
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doubt it will be more of a day to drink and be merry..on the subject of tipping I dont think the thais expect a tip but they do appreciate it if they get one..you always get a nice smile when you do..thats worth a few extra baht...by the way where is cumbria
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28-02-2008, 15:39
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Welcome to the board, you can hire a scooter (150 baht per day) and get around that way if you dare. Also I personally only tip if I have received good service but as they tg's say up to you...
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29-02-2008, 03:46
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If you like a good drink, play safe and use a tuk tuk. About 10/15mins drive and around 250/300 baht each way. Quote:
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You can use your own mobile if its been unlocked. Costs around £10 -15 here so cheaper than buying a thai mobile.Just buy a thai sim card. But if you want a cheap thai phone, you can get them from Ocean Plaza in Bangla Rd on the ground floor to the left side of the shop. Thai sims /top ups can be obtained easily from many locations. the 7/11 stores are favourite. Quote:
Tipping is not expected, but its nice to show appreciation for a nice meal or good service. The hotel maids also welcome any spare change you might have when you leave. How much? Up 2 you really, for a meal 20 - 100baht depending on the type of restaurant. Its not a lot, but helps the poorly paid staff.
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29-02-2008, 03:51
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Your wife take you for alot of shopping Dawsey? You are like a living shopping map. 555555 Cheers!! F
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29-02-2008, 03:54
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55555 I just happened to notice them Frode. No shopping trips with the wife for me. She goes alone or with my daughter while I prop up the bar 
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04-03-2008, 07:12
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Welcome on board and ij very diplomatic.........5555555555
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04-03-2008, 11:28
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[quote=fabiosa;444828]Firstly i would like to thank all the BM for some excellent info.
i shall not arrive in Phuket until mid October,and i shall be staying in Karon. A few questions 1: How far from Karon beach roundabout to Bangla road ( best way to get there and back) Hey and welcome, just one thing if your staying in Karon and coming in October, you do know it will be very quiet in the area your staying and a lot of places will be closed at this time of low season. Patong is still kicking but kata and karon can be ghost towns this time of year !!
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08-03-2008, 15:56
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thanx lowerpro
Yep i did know it was going to be quiet in karon, but i have no doubt i will find a watering hole and if not tuk tuk mafia can take me to patong was planing to getting a room there for a few days and party but need to chill a little also btw stopping at the centara karon rts the terraces anyone stopped there? 13th oct 2008 dep LHR 21:30 arr bkk 15:05 dam not much time to change flights dep bkk 16:00 arr hkt 17:20 all with thia airways hmm might need to get that changed
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