eldragon Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 The dual pricing argument has been done to death here. I'm not interested in getting into that again. But I recently read this statement on the Khao Yai National Park website: The entrance fee is 400 THB for adults and 200 THB for children. As of March 2015, Thai driving licence, work permit or student card holders can't get in for Thai price. Is this the case at all Thai national parks and attractions now? I was at a park up north a few months ago and the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. She was nice enough to give me the children's rate, but wouldn't budge on the issue beyond that. I figured it was just a stubborn cashier, but maybe it's become a national policy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelboy Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 That's why I went to ko chang instead of ko samet, They hate us all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinat Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 " the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. " Are you Thai ? Because having a work permit one would presume you are not, ergo, you should not pay the Thai national price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eldragon Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 " the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. " Are you Thai ? Because having a work permit one would presume you are not, ergo, you should not pay the Thai national price. Maybe you're new around here. In the past, having a work permit has entitled one to the Thai rate, although it had always been a little inconsistent with regards to which parks and attractions abided by it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinat Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 " the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. " Are you Thai ? Because having a work permit one would presume you are not, ergo, you should not pay the Thai national price. Maybe you're new around here. In the past, having a work permit has entitled one to the Thai rate, although it had always been a little inconsistent with regards to which parks and attractions abided by it. Not that new, but I do know that a work permit never "entitled" you to the Thai national price, it was a concession that some places gave to foreign workers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eldragon Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 " the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. " Are you Thai ? Because having a work permit one would presume you are not, ergo, you should not pay the Thai national price. Maybe you're new around here. In the past, having a work permit has entitled one to the Thai rate, although it had always been a little inconsistent with regards to which parks and attractions abided by it. Not that new, but I do know that a work permit never "entitled" you to the Thai national price, it was a concession that some places gave to foreign workers. Fair enough. But the quote suggests there was a change in policy. So my question still remains. Is this a blanket policy now or do some parks and attractions still make the concession? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JingerBen Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 (edited) " the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. " Are you Thai ? Because having a work permit one would presume you are not, ergo, you should not pay the Thai national price. Maybe you're new around here. In the past, having a work permit has entitled one to the Thai rate, although it had always been a little inconsistent with regards to which parks and attractions abided by it. Not that new, but I do know that a work permit never "entitled" you to the Thai national price, it was a concession that some places gave to foreign workers. Fair enough. But the quote suggests there was a change in policy. So my question still remains. Is this a blanket policy now or do some parks and attractions still make the concession? There is no blanket policy for admission fees at Thai parks and attractions now - nor will there be in the foreseeable future. Keeping foreigners confused and off-balance is the name of the game. It's more profitable that way. To think otherwise is naïve. Edited February 29, 2016 by JingerBen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 I dont pay the Farang price cuz I dont go in........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prakhonchai nick Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Even as a Thai resident, I have had to do battle with the ticket sellers on many occasions, occasionally without success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recom273 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 " the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. " Are you Thai ? Because having a work permit one would presume you are not, ergo, you should not pay the Thai national price. Maybe you're new around here. In the past, having a work permit has entitled one to the Thai rate, although it had always been a little inconsistent with regards to which parks and attractions abided by it. There was an announcement made a long while back to this effect, yes it applies to all national parks. It seems like khao Yai seem to be good enough to post this on their website, other places will leave you to argue at the gate with the same smile and sorry as response. No, we are not Thai, but as WP holders pay tax which goes in the state coffers. You would think that as the national parks are controlled by the state, you would presume that holders of work permits would be able to get Thai rates. DL holders - I honestly think it's debatable wether they should be given a concession, holding a DL doesn't prove anything, but WP holders have a valid case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukKrueng Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Even as a Thai resident, I have had to do battle with the ticket sellers on many occasions, occasionally without success. as a resident you are entitled to thai prices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Even as a Thai resident, I have had to do battle with the ticket sellers on many occasions, occasionally without success. shameful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legend49 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Simple answer, boycott all of them then watch them cry no money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocketsurgeon Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Most if not all the Andaman Natl Marine Parks you won't be paying Thai fees. No way. Staff though can be quite empathetic ☺ If you are camping, it can get expensive but after a long season or a number of years returning or a Thai wife. Even paying daily and tent fees, still much cheaper than some ridiculous resort. Bungalow in the back - b2000 Tent at waters edge - b200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gandalf12 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 When I want to do the tourist stuff I go out of Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieH Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Like so many things, little consistency and really depends who you are talking to on that day. Someone different tomorrow and will possibly be a totally different response/outcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srikcir Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 This dual pricing for federal park lands may now be a violation of ASEAN treaty for nonThai ASEAN citizens. Just a matter of time before a diplomatic complaint is made by CLVM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piusmann Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Very simple answer to this: You keep your waterfall - I keep my money ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khon Kaen Dave Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Kelboy. Amen to that brother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydebolle Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Supply and demand; it is there for the taking. You don't agree to anything (location, opening hours, dual pricing) - then vote with your feet. It is that simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvavin Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Nobody is at fault and no point wasting time arguing. If you cannot afford or not willing to pay then please don't go into any of these parks. Period! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doctormann Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 I managed to get the Thai price on Koh Samed last month - just flashed my Thai DL. Also managed to get into Nong Nooch Gardens (Pattaya) the same way so, as has been said, it's not a consistent policy. DM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smotherb Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 " the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. " Are you Thai ? Because having a work permit one would presume you are not, ergo, you should not pay the Thai national price. Maybe you're new around here. In the past, having a work permit has entitled one to the Thai rate, although it had always been a little inconsistent with regards to which parks and attractions abided by it. I doubt it has to do with newness as much as it does with logic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie2009 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Why shouldn't foreigners pay more, our salaries/pensions are way in excess in what a Thai person could ever hope to earn, you come to Thailand wether on holiday or to live here you abide by their rules if not go some where else. There admission prices are not excessive either compared to elsewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazza40 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 " the cashier refused to give me the Thai rate despite having a work permit. " Are you Thai ? Because having a work permit one would presume you are not, ergo, you should not pay the Thai national price. Maybe you're new around here. In the past, having a work permit has entitled one to the Thai rate, although it had always been a little inconsistent with regards to which parks and attractions abided by it. I doubt it has to do with newness as much as it does with logic. Logic? Here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazza40 Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Most if not all the Andaman Natl Marine Parks you won't be paying Thai fees. No way. Staff though can be quite empathetic ☺ If you are camping, it can get expensive but after a long season or a number of years returning or a Thai wife. Even paying daily and tent fees, still much cheaper than some ridiculous resort. Bungalow in the back - b2000 Tent at waters edge - b200 Must be wonderful to get first call on a tsunami so cheaply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiang mai Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Even as a Thai resident, I have had to do battle with the ticket sellers on many occasions, occasionally without success. as a resident you are entitled to thai prices No, the government made it clear last year that foreigners will pay 10x the Thai price, pay it or not, up to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiang mai Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 (edited) Simple answer, boycott all of them then watch them cry no money. You have an over inflated opinion of the worth of your tourist dollar, too funny really. Boycott to your hearts content, fill your boots, it wont make any difference whatsoever plus you'll get laughed at for being so silly for making such a fuss. Edited February 29, 2016 by chiang mai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roomuck Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 Farangs pay the normal price. Thai people get a discount. Sometimes the farangs get a discount also if they show their license or work permit. Still very cheap, doesn't bother me the Thais get a discount. Last week at the Royal building near the zoo, Thai girlfriend paid 150 baht, I paid 75 baht. I got the 50% discount because my phone is with AIS. They didn't even bother to ask me for a license. At the zoo we paid the same. I can't remember if there were two prices there or not. The answer to the OP is........ It depends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted February 29, 2016 Share Posted February 29, 2016 With Thai Tax ID and Thai Driver License in hand, when I encounter dual pricing base on my race, I just say "No!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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