1. never ever take tuktuk in thailand, its mostly a scam...just use taxi/grab
2. MBK is like a proper mall, platinum is all selling cloth on all floors...there are no other things there

2 days in platinum mall? really? o.O and why spend 1-2 days only in mbk center? there are other malls nearby like Siam discovery, siam paragon & siam center, or other malls like terminal 21, EmQuatier, Central World(opposite Big C Supermarket) that is easily accessible via BTS

i suggest you take out some of your time to visit more night markets/day markets

just use the airport taxis, in blue uniform if i recall correctly, you pay at the counter and they will arrange their taxi to fetch you, you might need to pay toll fees though, if not just go for the one that use meter. if they refuse to use the meter then just politely reject them and find another.

meter taxis are as cheap as grab, and never use tuktuk unless you're going for the one-time-experience-only ride because they are expensive

or you can check out my vlog

This post has been edited by darrenwks: Mar 26 2018, 10:47 AM

imo, you're spending too much time on malls. you should spend more time on markets like what darren has said.

i've never shopped at MBK so i can't comment on that, but don't put too much expectations on Platinum.

whats the best telco sim card for a short trip now?

still happy tourist sim card? how much ya

Yea u're right 2 days in platinum is kinda baka. I thought platinum would have crafts and others souvenirs , So i'm planning to press both platinum and a nearby night market together.

One day would be for MBK , i need to get back souvenirs and others crafts. Big C is definately on the list for food / snacks
there are quite a few malls near MBK , like Siam discovery as you mentioned and central world.

You're right on the day / night markets. I should take full advantage of the experience.

Thanks for the info on the taxi. Appreciate it.

I'm actually atm watching your vlog. thanks for the subtitles.

You're absolutely right , I thought platinum would have everything but it's only fashion.
MBK seems to be worth it much more with the wide array of choices.

1. Not sure , but thanks for the info.
2. Yep a colleague mentioned it and did peak my interest in there. , platinum i will have to re-evaluate it

if your purpose is only to buy clothing, platinum is heaven
and platinum fashion mall is HUGE

Haha it took me only like max 3 hours for MBK. Siam Paragon - Siam Center - Siam Square - MBK - Siam Discovery all are in one place, so i separated them into 2 days. Central world and Big C can go on the same day as they are only opposite of each other.

Add in more markets like Chatuchak, Talad Neon, Talad Rot Fai Srinakarin and many more

I need mbk for the souvenirs and bargains ... i hate to buy quite a handful of bags and then jump to another mall for more shopping
But your video did show visiting the grand palace, that's something too i would like to visit.

well markets like chatuchak has lots of souvenirs too, so huge you can shop for a whole day there lol

This ain't fair ... now you've thrown me a curveball....
I didn't have any idea about chatuchak at all.....
Plus in Big C , did you have to buy the boxes or do they provide one? You did mention that cellotape one has to buy it.

how could you not know about it it's the largest market in Asia!

There are empty boxes in front after your purchase, they are free

they have new one
Chang Chui

waaaa it looks interesting!

platinum aims for tourist
be wary of higher price

try this. Very convenient if you're arriving from airports, can straight pick up from there
https://www.klook.com/activity/1235-thailan...m-card-bangkok/

Haven't use the service, but i already bought one and will be collecting next month

i bought mine from hello1010, Malaysia travel sims seller. AIS sim card, about Rm33 (2.5GB+100Baht Calls) Comes in 3-in-1 SIM Card That Fit All Phones. Good experience. but it seems like they are out of stock right now on their website

sims will be couriered to you, when arrive Bangkok airport then just switch the sim.

seriously where can I find the best thai food and also mango sticky rice hehe

halal place only but if non halal place also ok i just eat the seafood version

If lazy to find under the hot sun just go to Pier 21 at Terminal 21. Huge food court. Everything there.