Going To Be In Bangkok On The 30Th For 5 Days..Forecast: Rain Rain Rain

[Taayzer]

Alright, so I posted here a few weeks ago, asking for tips on my Thailand trip coming out; You guys suggest Koh Samet. I was just about to book the rooms on the island, and our first night in Bangkok...Then I checked the weather. Forecast for Bangkok, and Koh Samet is RAIN , thunder showers, and more rain.

Its still over a week away, so it could change...But what would you guys do? We were gonna do the first night in Bangkok, 2 nights on Samet, 1 day in Khao Yai park, then our last night in BKK. But rain pretty much kills the island enjoyment?

I dont want this to ruin our tirp, so flying someplace else in Thailand could be an option.

Suggestions? What are the chances of it raining?

[craigt3365]

Don't worry!! It just rained here in Pattaya...and the suns out and it's beautiful. This time of year the rain usually lasts a short time then clears up. It may be overcast a bit, but it's a good thing as the sun is brutal right now.

I've seen the forecast. It says something like 20-40% chance of rain. And just because it rained at my house doesn't mean it rained at my friends house 5km away.

Enjoy! I'm jealous....

[dick turpin]

Right now it is not just hot in Thailand it is fuggin hot,

with temps set to hit 100+ over the next couple of days.

even in the great Khao Yai. Be grateful for any rain you

get.

[NanLaew]

The more the OP worries that there it will rain during their vacation, the more likely it is it actually will rain during their vacation.

or

The rain will only actual fall while when you are asleep or when you are in transit between your chosen holiday spots.

Scientific facts. Both of them.

If you do chose to fly somewhere further afield on the chance of better weather, it will definitely rain more at the new destination.

or

The rain will only fall during the bits where you are airborne.

More science!

[NomadJoe]

Yeah, don't worry. Weather reports never right anyway. You need to with the flow. You will learn this is the way in Thailand. You will have a great time unless you are a traveler that demands perfection in schedules, meals, weather, and I have traveled with a few people like that...miserable!!!

[ivan96822]

It might be raining where you are, then a block away, no rain....

[CharlieH]

With the Sun at its hottest right now even if it did rain, give it an hour or so and you would never know it had rained at all.

[tartempion]

OK, I am leaving Thailand for 3 weeks to Europe the 28th, think it will rain there all the time, luckily I will avoid Bangkok rain then

But here in Isaan I miss some rain right now...

[Taayzer]

Nah, I not a traveler that requires perfect weather. Just that I had heard stories about pretty intense rain in Thailand. But a littledrizzle isn't to bad.

[smokie36]

Ahhh yes Bangkok in May.

Pleasant in the early morning....rising to extremely hot in the early afternoon....followed by thunderstorms and torrential rain and flooded streets by early evening.

Wake up tomorrow and begin all over again.

I would avoid.

[Taayzer]

haha sounds lovely

Our plan is to stay in BKK the first night(As we arrive at 5PM).

Then head to Koh samet for 2 nights. After Samet, we go to Bangkok(because the Khao Yai tour picks up from Bangkok hotel).

Do the day trip in Khao Yai, then the next day we head home.

Khao Yai sounds quite nice. Elephant rides through the jungle/river. Best thing I could find to do on our last day. Plus some shopping/drinking fun.

[craigt3365]

Don't miss out on BKK completely. Plenty to see and do. It's a great city to explore for a few days. Rain or not!

[smokie36]

Your plan sounds like fun!

[smokie36]

Don't miss out on BKK completely. Plenty to see and do. It's a great city to explore for a few days. Rain or not!

Quite right....don't let a little water spoil your party!

[Taayzer]

Also, any suggestions on places to drink/shop in Bangkok?

Going with a buddy, and our GF's. So not looking to whore. Although our GF's would like to see some 'special' bars, just to see what its like. As well as some 'special' shows that Thailand has to offer.

Also looking to buy some nice fake clothes. Would MBK be the best bet?

[smokie36]

MBK for shopping...or Pratunam market.

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/541954-recommended-wife-friendly-bar-or-nightclub-in-bangkok/ for places to take your gf.

Patpong for the special shows each of you might enjoy....!

[CharlieH]

Mbk is good for familiar stuff, Bobae Tower or Pratunam for more clothes etc than you'll ever see in your lifetime !

Gatoey Show is very entertaining few hours one evening.

If you want to show the girls a little, go to Patpong for night market, tourist rip off but a flavour of Bangkok and sideshows for the girls a glimpse.

[Taayzer]

Haha great! Thanks so much to everyone. This forum is amazing

[Taayzer]

So between MBK, Bobae, and pratanum which would be best for knock offs?

My buddy just got back from Thailand, and he had some killer Diesel jeans. Compared to the fake stuff we get in China, its MUCH better.

Patpong for night market sounds good. Lots of places with shows? Ping pong shows and things like that. Apparently they are not to be missed

[smokie36]

So between MBK, Bobae, and pratanum which would be best for knock offs?

My buddy just got back from Thailand, and he had some killer Diesel jeans. Compared to the fake stuff we get in China, its MUCH better.

Patpong for night market sounds good. Lots of places with shows? Ping pong shows and things like that. Apparently they are not to be missed

Pratunam is cheapest. In these places in Patpong....pay your bill as you go....

[Taayzer]

Yeah, paying as we go sounds smart

Pratunam is cheap, but hows the quality of stuff? Or is it similar to China, that all the markets selling fake gear are generally the same..?

[craigt3365]

So between MBK, Bobae, and pratanum which would be best for knock offs?

My buddy just got back from Thailand, and he had some killer Diesel jeans. Compared to the fake stuff we get in China, its MUCH better.

Patpong for night market sounds good. Lots of places with shows? Ping pong shows and things like that. Apparently they are not to be missed

Pratunam is cheapest. In these places in Patpong....pay your bill as you go....

Yes, be very careful at the shows in Patpong. Very dicey, padded bills and strong arm tactics to get you to pay up. IMHO, pretty disgusting. If you want just a girley show, I think Angel Witch in Nana is good? I can't remember the name, but lots of costumes, choreographed dances, etc. Quite a few Western women in there also....Nana is a trip to see...as is Soi Cowboy.

[smokie36]

So between MBK, Bobae, and pratanum which would be best for knock offs?

My buddy just got back from Thailand, and he had some killer Diesel jeans. Compared to the fake stuff we get in China, its MUCH better.

Patpong for night market sounds good. Lots of places with shows? Ping pong shows and things like that. Apparently they are not to be missed

Pratunam is cheapest. In these places in Patpong....pay your bill as you go....

Yes, be very careful at the shows in Patpong. Very dicey, padded bills and strong arm tactics to get you to pay up. IMHO, pretty disgusting. If you want just a girley show, I think Angel Witch in Nana is good? I can't remember the name, but lots of costumes, choreographed dances, etc. Quite a few Western women in there also....Nana is a trip to see...as is Soi Cowboy.

You're probably right there Craig. Either of those would be safer...although less explicit of course.

[Taayzer]

Cool tanks Craig! You've been a great help in helping to plan my trip!

[CharlieH]

Yep agree with Craig, probably best go to Nana, soi 4, you then have night stalls etc all along sukumvit, Soi Cwboy and Gatoey show further up Sukumvit so all pretty much same general area.

[dick turpin]

Sounds like you are going to have a chance to

go on the Mitrapap, one of Thailand's great

white-knuckle rollercoaster rides........that is the

one and half hour road trip from Bangkok to

Khao Yai on the highway from hell - enjoy.

[pomchop]

just remember that Bob Marley says......Cuz when the rain falls, it don't, fall on one man's house

Happy Anniversary to Bob Marley, 1995 he woulda been 50,

spread reggae music internationally, over many oceans an across many sea,

travelling round the world 1 ting that i see, everybody knows about Bob Marley, an if dem ever find some man on deh moon

im sure they will know some bob marley tune

everybody loves Bob marley, everywhere i go its the same old story, ppl of all nation them love the Rastaman vibrations

Bob Marley would be 67 y.o....

[BrianCR]

The more the OP worries that there it will rain during their vacation, the more likely it is it actually will rain during their vacation.

or

The rain will only actual fall while when you are asleep or when you are in transit between your chosen holiday spots.

Scientific facts. Both of them.

If you do chose to fly somewhere further afield on the chance of better weather, it will definitely rain more at the new destination.

or

The rain will only fall during the bits where you are airborne.

More science!

And remember the old Thai saying 'Umbrellas cheap umbrellas!!'

[Sibbo]

Also, any suggestions on places to drink/shop in Bangkok?

Going with a buddy, and our GF's. So not looking to whore. Although our GF's would like to see some 'special' bars, just to see what its like. As well as some 'special' shows that Thailand has to offer.

Also looking to buy some nice fake clothes. Would MBK be the best bet?

Be careful when buying fake clothes.

a) They can be of dubious quality...

Depending on what country you are flying back to, potentially illegal.

Dont bother with the fake Rolex watches and if gf wants designer handbags, Louis Vitton, Chanel etc.... again be very careful when taking them back home.

If you want to take in some special shows, head to Sukhumvit and mingle with the regulars there, they will point you in the right direction.

[Sibbo]

The more the OP worries that there it will rain during their vacation, the more likely it is it actually will rain during their vacation.

or

The rain will only actual fall while when you are asleep or when you are in transit between your chosen holiday spots.

Scientific facts. Both of them.

If you do chose to fly somewhere further afield on the chance of better weather, it will definitely rain more at the new destination.

or

The rain will only fall during the bits where you are airborne.

More science!

And remember the old Thai saying 'Umbrellas cheap umbrellas!!'

And also, if you are from England, you should be used to rain. At least here the rain is warm.