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Introduction to tourism in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand

Column: Outbound tourism update: 2006-4-13

Among Southeast Asian countries, tourism routes are mature and tourism Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, with well-equipped facilities, are still the most suitable destinations for self-guided travel. To this end, the reporter interviewed tourism experts who are familiar with Southeast Asian countries in order to present readers with an authentic experience of Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. In regular cities, they avoid the regular routes of tour groups and give you a picture of what locals would take. Holiday map.

The "air ticket + hotel" service usually splits the traditional city tour into a single city, such as only going to Chiang Mai or Kuala Lumpur. It is very suitable for short-term vacationers with strong goals, or tourists who are confident that they can start their own itinerary after arriving at the destination. Self-tourists should make sure all air tickets during the trip and hotel issues after arriving at the destination before departure. Currently, major travel agencies and airlines in Guangzhou have launched cost-effective "air tickets + hotel" packages, which can be selected according to personal needs. In addition to fixed package products, you can also let travel agencies or airlines recombine them according to your favorite hotels to match the products that best suit you.

Thailand Chapter·Flea Market

Visa: 3 working days, you only need to present your personal ID card and passport to apply.

Route design suggestions: If you are spending a weekend, choose a city to stay for 2 nights and 3 days; if the expected time is a week, consider Bangkok plus another city. Reference for route matching: To see Thai folk customs and mountain customs, you can go to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai; for leisure island tours, you can choose Phuket; to watch traditional ladyboy performances, you can choose Pattaya.

Bangkok Feel the rhythm of the city

Any tourist who has been to Thailand must have visited Bangkok. For self-guided tourists, this is a place that must be revisited. The appropriate time arrangement is 2 nights and 3 days.

For traditional and classic tourist projects in Bangkok, such as the Grand Buddha Temple, the Grand Palace, and night cruises on the Mekong River, you can choose to see them according to your personal needs. However, if this is not your first time visiting Bangkok, it is recommended to focus on experiencing the city. atmosphere and culture. Nightlife is an important part of Bangkok. Shopping in Patpong Night Street is a popular activity for many tourists. Remember to bargain hard when buying things here, just halve or 30% off. Bars are one of the windows to experience a city’s culture. It is not recommended to go to bars near night streets. The bar with the most locals and foreign tourists is in Bar Street ROCHADA, where you can drink beer outdoors, listen to singers singing English songs, and have a carefree night. For self-travelers in Bangkok, the real shopping excitement is at the flea markets. Southeast Asia route design experts recommend that self-guided travelers to Bangkok visit Bangkok on Saturday or Sunday, because the local flea market CHATUCHAKE is only open on these two days. It would be a big pity not to come here. This is a treasure hunting paradise loved by locals, especially young people. It is also a place that tour groups will not reach. The flea market is very large, with handicrafts, clothing, furniture, etc. all available. This is a place to discover surprises. In addition to finding unique and charming items, you can also feel the aesthetic taste of the locals. .

Intimate Tips

Transportation: It is recommended to choose a taxi when traveling in Bangkok. Car rental is not expensive. It takes about half an hour to go to the flea market from the city, which is equivalent to about 25 to 30 yuan in RMB. You can also take the local SkyTrain (a form of transportation suspended in the air) to major shopping spots in the city.

Entertainment: Try Thai massage, authentic SPA, or go to LUMPINI to watch a Muay Thai game.

Language: In Thailand, English is generally spoken, but taxi drivers may not necessarily understand English. It is best to ask the waiter at the hotel to write all the places you want to go in Thai before departure, just in case. To the driver who doesn't understand English.

Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai Mountain Style

The Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai lines in the north are mountain towns that are completely different from Bangkok. Chiang Mai is the ancient capital of Thailand and a famous historical and cultural city founded in 1296. As the capital of the Lanna Dynasty, it was the religious, cultural and commercial center of Thailand until the 16th century, and most of the city walls it built have survived to this day. The city gates at the four corners, the moat flowing around the city, and the stilt-style wooden buildings in northern Thailand are all vivid in my mind. The main attractions in Chiang Mai include Wat Dorothy and the Summer Palace of the King of Thailand.

Chiang Rai (Chiang Rai) is the northernmost capital of Thailand. It is located at the junction of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. It is the starting point of the famous Golden Triangle. Chiang Rai, a quiet and simple town, is the main gateway to the northern mountains. The rustic mountain villages and the romantic Mekong River constitute the main scenery of Chiang Rai. Most of the ethnic minorities living here migrated to Thailand from Laos, Myanmar, and China over hundreds of years, including the Lisu, Miao, and Akha ethnic groups.

Intimate Tips:

Transportation: You can take a bus directly from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, which takes about 3 hours. There are also direct buses from Bangkok to Chiang Rai, which takes about 12 hours. In addition, there are also domestic flights arriving in Chiang Rai via Chiang Mai. To explore the Golden Triangle, you can rent a long and narrow boat from Chiang Rai Town and sail slowly along the Mekong River. The pastoral scenery and distant mountains along the way are pleasing to the eye.

Singapore Chapter·Coffee Sentiment

Visa: 1 working day.

If you go to Singapore for the first time, representative attractions such as the Merlion Statue, Clarke Quay, Sentosa, and Zhixin Museum are still worth visiting. Chinatown, Little India, Colonial Heart and Arra Street are four cultural reserves in Singapore. If you have time, it is recommended to walk in each area. In addition to experiencing the local folk culture, you can also buy Indian-style products in these places. , Arabic-style items; go to Ala Street to search for trinkets from the Middle East or Southeast Asia; go to Little India to select garlands, silks, gold jewelry, spices, etc. It must be mentioned that tourists who like Indian music and movies will definitely not miss this trip. There are many small shops in Little India to choose from. Singapore is a multicultural country, especially in terms of food: to taste Chinese food, go to Chinatown. BlueGinger’s Teochew snacks and carrot cakes with fish sauce and egg sauce are delicious; restaurants along the Singapore River Lin Li, there are only two words to appreciate them, that is, taste them "on point"; mellow and exquisite Blue Mountain coffee, burnt and bitter rock roasted coffee, and all kinds of exquisite pastries, remember to bring your lover to share.

Intimate Tips:

Shopping: Tourists looking for fashionable clothing can go to the famous Orchard Road, which is full of the latest works of international and local designers. Others such as Suntec City, Bugis Plaza and Ngee Ann City are also emerging shopping areas not to be missed.

Nightlife guide: ANYWHERE's live band performance is full of romance; FIREDISCOTHEQUE is a paradise for young people, suitable for singing and dancing; ICECOLDBEER has refreshing cold beer, nine-inch long "hot dogs", and You can watch movies; NEXTPAGEPUB may take you back to the jazz music era; TAPSPUB is a rock paradise for young people seeking excitement.

Malaysia Chapter·Summer Momo Tea

Visa: 3-4 working days. Malaysia is divided into two parts - West Malaysia and East Malaysia. West Malaysia refers to the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. Most domestic tour groups are here. East Malaysia belongs to Kalimantan Island. Composed of the states of Sarawak and Sabah, the region has a simple and natural style.

First stop: Kuching (Kuching)

Kuching is rated as the friendliest city in Asia by tourists. It has charming local culture and excellent tourism service facilities. You can visit museums, mosques, and colorful night markets. Go hiking in national parks and join a three-day and two-night longhouse tour to visit primitive tribes in the rainforest.

Second stop: Sabah (Sabah)

The southern island of Sabah is one of the most famous diving places in the world. Sipadan, the filming location of "Summer Tea", is the most famous. Mabul Island is also a real holiday destination. On the island, there are soft and delicate beaches and crystal clear water. The azure color is composed of light blue, indigo and sapphire blue, and you can clearly see the marine life in the sea. Diving is an activity that attracts out-of-town tourists. After playing at the beach, you might as well go to the local fish market to buy seafood. There is a small shop next to the market to help customers cook. Durian is also a delicious local fruit that people can’t stop eating. In addition, Sabah has the most pristine tropical rainforest and traditional indigenous culture.

Intimate tips:

Transportation: The shuttle bus from the airport to the city operates from 6:00 to 21:30, with one bus every 10 to 30 minutes, and the journey takes 25 minutes. , the fare is 1 MYR, and the taxi cost is about 10~13 MYR. If you take a taxi to the city late at night, the fare will be around MYR 20.

Tree Hotel: This is one of the new selling points of Sabah’s tourism industry. The tree hotel is located on the Tambunan highway, an hour's drive from Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah. The tree hotel is built on a large tree above the ground. The tree house surrounds the tree body and is supported by iron pillars, which is very strong. From the outside, there are big trees standing through the house, and huts hanging in the air from the trees, which is very novel and interesting.