Budget Travel Intentions

We all like to travel and we want to save as much money as we can while on the move. Whether you are on a shopping trip or simply touring a new place, saving money can be a difficult task. This is especially so when you are coming from an affluent country such as the United States. You are likely to expect products and services to be cheap even when it is not so from a local context. This article provides you with tips on budget travelling to Krabi, Thailand.Krabi, Thailand, is a hot tourist destination popular for its cheap food, accommodation and available tours. Besides Krabi, there are several more popular tourist attractions in Thailand such as Lanta, Trang, Phi Phi, Phuket, Pang Nga and Surat Thani. These parts of Thailand are constantly filled with travelers from all over the world. So how do you save money and still enjoy your time in Thailand?

Budget Travelling to Krabi, Thailand - Eat With The Locals

Pricy restaurants do not necessarily guarantee the best food. To save money and to enjoy your experience in Thailand, find a hotel where the locals visit often. All you have to do is follow the thumb rule and in this case, go for a crowded hotel where the food is bound to be great and cost-effective.

Budget Travelling to Krabi, Thailand - Bargain, Bargain, Bargain!

The locals will easily spot foreigners and will try to get the most out of them for services and products. Most of them however will be willing to negotiate their price and your bargaining skills will help you save a lot of money. After all, these businessmen and women are simply trying their luck with you and will never let you walk away without offering a better deal.

Budget Travelling to Krabi, Thailand - Off-Season Touring

Visiting Krabi, Thailand during off season can help you save a lot on different services and products. For instance, since there won’t be too many people competing against you for rooms, it will be easy receiving free upgrades without necessarily having to reload. Cruises departing from Phuket, for example, are particularly cheap around these times of year (Cruise 1st is pretty reliable for Phuket transportation).

Budget Travelling to Krabi, Thailand - Rent Motorbikes or Walk

Taxis can be very expensive, especially when dealing with tourists. Rather than use taxis, try working with motorbikes or simply walk to your destination. Phuket and Krabi streets are filled with shops and people from all walks of life. This means that your walk won’t be that boring. Motorbikes are very easy to work with. Motorbikes drivers use shortcuts which allow you to reach your destination within the shortest period of time as well as save money. Some of the hotels here will offer motorbike rental services to their customers. If they don’t, simply walk out and you are bound to find one waiting for you just few steps from the hotel.

Budget Travelling to Krabi, Thailand - Make Friends with Some of the Locals

One great way to save money while traveling is by simply making friends with the locals. You will be amazed at how willing these friendly people are when it comes to giving you information on the best shops and eateries.

Planning early and knowing all the places you will be visiting while in Krabi, Thailand will also help you save a considerable amount of money. You can easily set aside a budget for the tour and save a lot of time and cash.

CC Mike Behnken