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2020
27
July
Planning a solo trip to Thailand for 3 weeks? Need tips on places to visit and stay?

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Kari

Hello, I was heading to Australia beginning of February but unfortunately I may have to change my plans due to the forest fires. I am thinking Thailand, I am travelling by myself for the first time. Any advice of places to go, places to stay and things to see? I will be going there for 3 weeks. Thank you

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Nary

Where are you thinking to visit in Australia? Not everywhere is fire. Brisbane & places in Queensland are nice, no fire. Sydney isn't but some day there might be smoke . I am currently in Australia

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Donna

Nary I agree-and they will be needing the tourism revenue to help rebuild

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Stacy

I'm a Canadian living in Australia! Sydney is affected by smoke almost every day. Some mornings are okay, but sometimes the smoke blows in, and vice versa. One of my friends living in Melbourne says that they are now affected as well.
South Australia has some fires going as well. Definitely check the news and plan accordingly if you do change your mind back to Australia.
Some helpful websites and FB pages that I use are:
FB: Rural Fire Service NSW, Live Traffic NSW
Victoria: https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au/respond
I fully agree, Donna. However, the fires are still raging and very unpredictable, so I would wait a bit longer until at least summer is officially over on 1 March. Last thing emergency services needs is more people to look out for.

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Kari

Nary I am flying into Melbourne. I am going to Byron bay and Sydney so far. I would like to see the reef? Would cairns be a good idea?
Thank you

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Nary

Public transit in Sydney is very good if you don't plan to hire a car. I stayed at Darling Harbor once, close to Chinatown. Recently, I stayed closer to The Rocks area. Hotels, depending on your budget. I prefer walking distance so I chose those two locations.

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Jessica

Check out a Facebook page Solo woman travellers loads of great ideas and tips for travelling alone

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Kari

Jessica thank you

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Cora

I took the wonderful overnight train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai . In a second class sleeper car. There’s a car just for women. https://www.chiangmaitraveller.com/bangkok-chiang-mai.../

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Carole

Cora agree. Is a wonderful ride & lots to see & do in Chang Mai.

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Kelly

Northern Thailand can also be very Smokey in Feb, March, April. We went in April 2016 and Chiangmai and Pai were totally socked in. Coastal areas/islands were not bad.

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Kari

Cora thank you I will be going with the original plan to Australia , I appreciate the information

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Jaime

I’ve been told that it’s fine to go to the main cities in Australia and that tourism money is needed and appreciated

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Nary

Yup! It's fine. I don't suggest visiting Melbourne. I have a friend there, sent me a actual photo, very smoky

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Julie

Koh Chang

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Graham

Isn t one of the fires closing in on Sydney?

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Nary

Graham like at least 100km away from Sydney. If you go to blue mountain then it's very smoky. Sydney is fine, a little smoke some day.

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Karla

If you like the water go get padi certified for scuba diving in Koh Tao, it’s a 3-4 day course for about $400 and is amazing! Check out Chiand Mai up north!

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Sandra

I live in Perth Western Australia, there’s no fires here and it’s a beautiful city with plenty to do and great weather. You could also visit Margaret River (great wine growing ).

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Kari

Sandra thank you

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Amanda

Depending on where you are going it should be fine. Some places may be affected by smoke the Gold Coast should be fine, WA as stated above is huge and many places to see. Sydney city will be fine, blue mountains I would avoid if the fires haven’t gone by then (I grew up about an hour from the blue mountains. I’m an Aussie living in Canada.

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Nic

They got some rain today in some areas

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Shania

Mariah

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Mariah

Shania could you hear me stress googling flights from Australia to Bangkok through the wall?
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Kari
Thank you for all your recommendations, I have decided to continue with my plans and go to Australia

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Kari

Any recommendations for Australia ? So far I am going to Melbourne, Byron bay and Sydney

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Mill

Avoid Phuket


A.I. says...

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Traveling to Thailand

Dear traveler,

I'm sorry to hear about your change of plans due to the forest fires in Australia. Thailand is a beautiful country with so much to offer, and I'm sure you will have an amazing time traveling there solo for the first time.

Places to Go

Thailand has a diverse range of destinations to explore. Some popular places to visit include:

  • Bangkok - the bustling capital city with vibrant street markets and historic temples
  • Chiang Mai - a charming city in the north known for its beautiful temples and surrounding mountains
  • Phuket - a popular island destination with stunning beaches and lively nightlife

Places to Stay

When it comes to accommodation, Thailand offers a variety of options to suit every budget. You can choose from luxury resorts, boutique hotels, hostels, or even homestays for a more authentic experience.

Things to See

During your 3-week trip, make sure to explore the rich culture and natural beauty of Thailand. Some must-see attractions include:

  • Visit the Grand Palace in Bangkok
  • Take a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Thai dishes
  • Explore the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya
  • Relax on the beautiful beaches of Krabi

I hope this advice helps you plan your trip to Thailand. Have a wonderful time exploring this amazing country!

Safe travels!



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