Backpacking Tips to Experience the Best of Thailand
Welcome to Bodega Hostels’ Thailand travel blog! We’ve been in Thailand long enough to supply an endless amount of travel tips showcasing the coolest things to do in Thailand, the best places for backpackers to check out and more.
Things to Do in Thailand
Sometimes all you want is a badass pub crawl in Thailand to test your liver’s limits. Sometimes all you want is a break from the absolutely insane parties the country has to offer. And that’s alright too because there’s tons of sightseeing that’s best experienced hangover-free. Your mind must be racing with ideas, but here’s a few of our favorites:
- Getting a traditional Thai massage
- Indulging in exotic desserts at night markets
- Hitting the beach (duh)
- Exploring the massive malls in Bangkok in glorious AC
Of course, there’s also the usual suspects like getting your PADI diving license, snorkeling, taking a walking tour of Buddhist temples and stuffing your face with spicy Thai food. You won’t be bored or run out of things to do in Thailand, that’s for sure. ?
Places to Visit in Thailand
Bodega’s got party hostels for backpackers in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket and Koh Phangan. Wherever you decide to land in the Land of Smiles, book your initial stay with us and our staff can guide you through the best places to visit in Thailand. Flights into (and out of) Bangkok are often the cheapest, but if you’re already backpacking in Southeast Asia then sometimes Chiang Mai and Phuket are a better deal. Either way, Bodega’s got you covered.
The combined knowledge of our staff is a bottomless pit of Thailand travel tips. On the other hand, many like to plan out their travel ahead of time and create their dream bucket list itinerary. That’s where our Thailand travel blog comes into play, so read on! ✌️
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