Compared to other places in Southeast Asia the Thai islands really aren't that cheap, especially around the holidays. Here on Koh Phangan, most budget accommodation starts at about 300 baht* and can double or even triple around Christmas and New Years. You can imagine my surprise when I found accommodation for a mere 150 baht/$5 US, which is pretty unheard of here. Although it's cheap I'm definitely getting what I'm paying for. This is what $5 gets you on Koh Phangan:
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| My own little bungalow |
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| Shared bathrooms |
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| Again, I'm getting what I'm paying for |
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| A pretty decent common area! |
It's nothing fancy but I really don't need fancy. It's cheap, clean, close to the beach - it does the job. Plus when I save money by staying somewhere inexpensive I can justify spending a little more on other things, like the occasional massage! It kinda feels like camping but I'm enjoying my little bungalow, and the price is definitely right.
* 30 baht = $1 US
4 comments:
Darling,i read your blog,thanks for showing us your accomadations make sure you stay healthy, I have had a wonderful time with your family in Harrison hot springs I loved going in the different pools ,despite the different temperatures, love you lots, always grandma
hahaha it looks cute! just not solid enough mais booon
have a great time Alex, use every minute to make memories
des bisous
Sarah
Hope ur feeling better..happy 2013! Enjoy Enjoy!
Love,Auntie Lisa
@ Grandma - You're welcome! Glad you had fun, love you too!
@ Sarah - Ha, je pense souvent a toi, merci encore une fois pour ta lecture continuee!
@ Auntie Lisa - Much better thanks! Happy 2013 to you too, thank you for reading!
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