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K A T R I NA & T K<br />
T A K E ON<br />
S OU T H EAS T<br />
A<br />
TRAVEL<br />
ITINERARY BY<br />
NUBIA YOUNGE
T A B L E<br />
O F<br />
C O N T E N T S<br />
I. B e f o r e y o u g o . . .<br />
II.<br />
S i n g a p o re<br />
I I I . T h a i l a n d<br />
- K r a b i<br />
- B a n g k o k<br />
IV. C a m b o d i a<br />
- S i e m<br />
R e a p<br />
V. F r e e T r a v e l A p p s<br />
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“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.”<br />
~Anonymous<br />
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• Visa information<br />
Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months<br />
When you fill out the Disembarkation/Embarkation Card (D/E<br />
Card) on your flight, be sure to keep it with your passport.<br />
A confirmed onward or return ticket (where applicable)<br />
Evidence that you can enter your next destination (for<br />
example, a visa)<br />
• International drivers permit: If you plan to rent a motorbike or a<br />
vehicle while abroad, obtain an international drivers permit<br />
before you depart. Follow all safety protocols and local laws as<br />
Police are known for specifically targeting tourists with<br />
numerous roadblocks.<br />
• Register your trip with STEP (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program)<br />
• Make copies of your travel documents.<br />
• Print out hard copies of your itinerary and confirmations.<br />
• Check for travel advisories / register your trip.<br />
• Call your bank and create travel notifications.<br />
• Have some emergency cash on hand.<br />
• Determine what documents you need to enter the country.<br />
• Check with your doctor or insurance provider.<br />
• Other than the necessary electronics, do not bring valuables<br />
with you.<br />
• Go to a bank or ATM in the country you are visiting for local<br />
currency. (Preferably, an ATM inside the airport, avoid ATM’s in<br />
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Passion Made Possible<br />
A vibrant multi-cultural cosmopolitan citystate,<br />
Singapore is <strong>Asia</strong>’s premier<br />
destination for work and play. With quaint<br />
heritage enclaves, iconic architecture,<br />
lush gardens, mouthwatering cuisines<br />
and a spectacular lineup of activities with<br />
events all year round. Singapore offers a<br />
spectrum of wondrous experiences for<br />
every preference.<br />
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Things to know, before you go…<br />
Climate<br />
<br />
<br />
Weather average 81 F. in January<br />
Wet season (November – February)<br />
Essentials:<br />
<br />
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Umbrella or light rain jacket<br />
Mosquito repellant<br />
Sun gear (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)<br />
Light comfortable clothing<br />
Antiperspirant<br />
Currency<br />
Singapore’s currency is the Singapore dollar. 1 Singapore<br />
dollar is equivalent to $0.74 USD (please note exchange rates change<br />
daily)<br />
Safety tips<br />
Chewing gum is banned. DO NOT BRING!<br />
Jaywalking is illegal<br />
Homosexual relations: Be aware that there are no antidiscrimination<br />
protections for the LGBTIA population<br />
Littering fines up to $300<br />
Vandalism is a serious offense<br />
Drugs are prohibited<br />
Visa information<br />
<br />
Tourist visa allows a stay for maximum period of 30 days<br />
with a US passport.<br />
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Transportation & Lodging<br />
Getting around town:<br />
By Train: Singapore’s MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) system is<br />
probably the fastest way to zip around the city. A Singapore<br />
Tourist Pass is a special EZ-Link stored-value card which allows<br />
you unlimited travel for one day (S$10), two days (S$16) or<br />
three days (S$20).<br />
By Bus: You can pay your bus fare using an EZ-Link storedvalue<br />
card or the Singapore Tourist Pass. Another option is the<br />
Hop on Hop off bus tour with unlimited access of Singapore.<br />
This is a great way to explore the city and see all of the<br />
beauty of Singapore.<br />
Singapore Visitor Centre - Drop by one of the three<br />
Singapore Visitor Centers in ION Orchard, Orchard, or<br />
Chinatown for tourist assistance and information.<br />
Grab Taxi – <strong>Southeast</strong> <strong>Asia</strong>’s largest mobile taxi booking<br />
app. Uber is also widely used in Singapore.<br />
<br />
Recommended 2-full days in Singapore<br />
Where to stay:<br />
Zen rooms<br />
Wangz Hotel<br />
Hilton Garden Inn<br />
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Eat.Shop.Play<br />
Foodie Lane<br />
Amoy Street Food Centre - recommended<br />
7am – 4pm<br />
7 Maxwell Road, Singapore 069111<br />
Little India<br />
Little India MRT<br />
60 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 229900<br />
Maxwell Food Centre<br />
8am-2am<br />
1 Kadayanallur Street, Singapore 069184<br />
Chinatown Food Street<br />
11am-11pm<br />
Smith Street, Singapore 058938<br />
Lau Pa Sat<br />
Open 24 hours<br />
18 Raffles Quay, Singapore 048582<br />
Orchard Road - <strong>Asia</strong>’s most famous shopping street<br />
Orchard MRT<br />
437 Orchard Road, Singapore 238878<br />
<br />
Marina Bay Sands Casino<br />
See & Do:<br />
Gardens by the Bay<br />
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Botanical Gardens<br />
National Gallery Singapore<br />
Singapore Art Museum<br />
ArtScience Museum<br />
Universal Studios<br />
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Experiences<br />
Drop tops, rooftops…<br />
1 Altitude rooftop bar is the highest alfresco bar in the<br />
world.<br />
• $30 cover charge<br />
• Book a table in advance<br />
• Dinner Menu<br />
• There is a night venue on floor 61 open from 10pm-4am<br />
<br />
Southbridge rooftop bar<br />
• Open 5pm – midnight<br />
• Book a table in advance<br />
• Dinner Menu<br />
<br />
Level 33 rooftop craft brewery<br />
• Open 11:30 am – 2 am<br />
• Book a table in advance<br />
Once in a lifetime Michelin experience… Full list of<br />
Singapore 2017 Michelin guide<br />
<br />
Time to leave Singapore…Why not head to Malaysia?<br />
Melaka (Malacca) is cosmopolitan trading port city. The city<br />
was granted UNESCO World Heritage Status in 2008. Melaka<br />
is a short bus ride away from Singapore and midway to<br />
Kuala Lumpur where it’s easy to catch a flight to Krabi.<br />
Recommended 1-full day or overnight stay<br />
Take in the beauty of Malaysia!<br />
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The Land of Smiles<br />
Welcome to Thailand! One of the most beautiful<br />
countries in South East <strong>Asia</strong>. Thailand is a country<br />
where magic happens and for most people a<br />
new journey begins.<br />
Thai culture is diverse and dates back centuries,<br />
with an incredible rich history. Enjoy the delicious<br />
traditional culinary Thai cuisine. Explore amazing<br />
architecture, historical temples, and breathe<br />
taking views.<br />
Within the last decade, Thailand has grown to<br />
be one of the most popular travel destinations of<br />
the world – serving more than 26 million tourist<br />
since 2014.<br />
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Things to know, before you go…<br />
Climate<br />
<br />
<br />
Weather average 89 F. in January<br />
Dry season (November – February)<br />
Essentials:<br />
Mosquito replant<br />
Sun gear (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)<br />
Light comfortable clothing<br />
Hand sanitizer and sanitary wipes (limited access to paper towels and<br />
toilet paper.)<br />
Currency<br />
Thailand currency is the Thai Baht. 1 Thai baht is<br />
equivalent to $0.03 USD. (please note exchange rates change daily)<br />
Safety tips<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Credit card fraud has increased in Thailand. Protect your<br />
cards and only use them at reputable establishments.<br />
To report a lost or stolen credit card, call:<br />
American Express – 02 273 0022-44<br />
Master Card – 02 299 1990-2<br />
Visa – 02 299 1990-29<br />
Tourist Police officers speak English and have experience<br />
assisting foreigners. If you have fallen victim to a scam or<br />
need to contact the police for any reason. The Tourist<br />
Police can be contacted on 1155. Alternatively, the<br />
regular police hotline is 191.<br />
Inspect all motorized rental vehicles (motorbikes, jet ski,<br />
etc.) prior to renting. Take video and pictures when<br />
necessary (highly recommended). Also be prepared to pay a<br />
large deposit and rental agencies may ask to hold your<br />
passport so always have a copy!<br />
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Transportation & Lodging<br />
Getting around town:<br />
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<br />
By Bus: Local buses and songthaew, run throughout the day<br />
and are an excellent way to enter into or out of Krabi Town.<br />
There are regular stops, however you can hop on or off almost<br />
anywhere. Similarly, if you’re not close to a bus stop, you can<br />
stand by the side of the road and flag one down, like a taxi.<br />
By Taxi: Regular taxis, which people often hire as a ‘car and<br />
driver/guide’ on a daily basis for around 2500 Baht, depending<br />
on where you wish to go.<br />
By Longtail boat: Planning a day out at sea? Traditional<br />
wooden longtail boats are found on all mainland beaches.<br />
This is the best option for independent island hopping. There<br />
are also frequent taxi boats operating from Ao Nang to Ton Sai<br />
and Railay Beach.<br />
Recommended 4 days in KrabiRecommend 4 days in Krabi<br />
Where to stay:<br />
Ao Nang<br />
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Blue Sotel Krabi<br />
Aonang Cliff Beach Resort<br />
Pakasai Resort<br />
Railay Beach<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Rayavadee<br />
Bhu Nga Thani<br />
Railay Bay<br />
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Play all day!!!<br />
So much to see & Do: (Highly recommend booking tours in advance)<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Day trip to Koh Phi<br />
4 Islands tour<br />
White water rafting & Elephant Trek<br />
Thai Charm cooking school<br />
Than Bok Khorani National Park<br />
Emerald Pool & Hot Springs<br />
<br />
Top Things To Do In Krabi<br />
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Transportation & Lodging<br />
Getting around town:<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
By Train: Bangkok has a wonderful metro system. The BTS (Sky train)<br />
or underground MRT (mass rapid transit) system are the fastest most<br />
economical way to connect to the main shopping, entertainment,<br />
and business areas of the city. A one day pass will allow you<br />
unlimited travel for 24 hours from the time of purchase. You can<br />
purchase a day pass at the transit station for 150 baht.<br />
By River taxi: River taxis and express boats are used to explore<br />
many historic sites and attractions at the riverside. You can pick up<br />
a river taxi at Saphan Taksin station on the BTS. This is a great way to<br />
hop on and hop off the river boat to view famous attractions such<br />
as the Wat Pho or the Grand Palace.<br />
Grab Taxi – <strong>Southeast</strong> <strong>Asia</strong>’s largest mobile taxi booking app.<br />
Please keep in mind the traffic in Bangkok can be horrific. Taking<br />
taxis around the city could take a numerous amount of time out of<br />
your travel plans and it can be quite costly. Please keep in mind<br />
that Uber is technically not legal in Thailand and you could<br />
get pulled over by local police and fined. Grab is <strong>Asia</strong>’s<br />
version of Uber.<br />
<br />
Recommended 2 days in Bangkok<br />
Where to stay: (All accommodation recommendations are close to public transit)<br />
<br />
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<br />
Majestic Grande<br />
Ibis Bangkok Siam Hotel<br />
Mercure Bangkok Siam<br />
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Eat.Shop.Play<br />
Foodie Lane<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Freebird Restaurant Bangkok<br />
5:30 - midnight<br />
BTS: Phrom Phong<br />
28 Sukhumvit Soi 47 (between Phomr Phong and Thonglor)<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Eat Me Restaurant<br />
3pm – 1am<br />
MRT: Silom BTS: Sala Daeng<br />
1/6 Pipat Soi 2, Convent Rd, Silom<br />
Tealicious Bangkok<br />
12pm-11pm<br />
BTS: Surasak<br />
Soi Charoen Krung 49, Khwaeng Suriya Wong<br />
Siam Paragon Food Hall<br />
10am-10pm<br />
Siam Paragon Shopping Center, 991 Rama I Rd – Ground flr.<br />
See & Do: (Highly recommend booking tours in advance)<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun<br />
Chinatown (Yaowarat Road)<br />
Ayutthaya<br />
Floating Market<br />
Phra Prang Sam Yot<br />
Maeklong Railway Martket<br />
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Experiences<br />
Drop tops, Rooftops…<br />
Vertigo is located on the 61 st floor of the Banyan Tree<br />
hotel and is one of the most luxurious rooftop bars in BKK.<br />
• Moon Bar 5pm – 1am (weather permitting)<br />
• MRT: Lumpini BTS: Sala Daeng<br />
• Dress Code: Smart Casual (no beach shorts, or flip-flops<br />
allowed)<br />
Octave rooftop Lounge & Bar has a stunning 360<br />
panoramic view of BKK.<br />
• Open 5pm – 2am<br />
• BTS: Sala Daeng<br />
• Menu<br />
<br />
ThreeSixty rooftop Bar<br />
• Open 5pm – 1 am<br />
• Dress Code: Smart Casual (no beach shorts, or flip-flops<br />
allowed)<br />
*Muay Thai experience<br />
<br />
Go see a Muay Thai fight or even take a Muay Thai class!<br />
Want to come see Nubia in Chiang Mai before heading to<br />
Cambodia? It’s a easy, short 1.5 hour flight…<br />
Recommended 3-4 days in Chiang Mai<br />
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Authentic adventures<br />
Cambodia is a <strong>Southeast</strong> <strong>Asia</strong>n nation whose<br />
landscape spans low-lying plains, the Mekong<br />
Delta, beautiful mountains, and the Gulf of Thailand<br />
coastline.<br />
Phnom Penh, its capital, is home to the art deco<br />
Central Market, glittering Royal Palace, and the<br />
National Museum's historical and archaeological<br />
exhibits.<br />
Northwest of Cambodia lies the ruins of Angkor<br />
Wat, a massive stone temple intricately and<br />
masterfully built during the Khmer Empire.<br />
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Things to know, before you go…<br />
Climate<br />
<br />
<br />
Weather average 79 F. in January<br />
Dry season (October - April)<br />
Essentials:<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Mosquito replant<br />
Sun gear (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)<br />
Light clothing that covers the knees, shoulders and cleavage.<br />
Passport photos<br />
Currency<br />
<br />
The Cambodian currency is the Riel but US dollars are widely<br />
accepted and exchanged. It is recommended to take $1<br />
USD notes.<br />
Safety tips<br />
Cambodia is relatively safe for travelers, however there are<br />
incidences of petty crime.<br />
Keep your bag away from the outside of tuk tuk’s or on the<br />
floor where it can be pinched by thieves.<br />
Police hotline is 191.<br />
U.S State Dept.<br />
Visa information<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
A visa is required to enter Cambodia: Apply here<br />
Cost of a visa is $30 USD<br />
Tourists and business travelers may also obtain a Cambodian<br />
visa at the airports in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and at all<br />
major border crossings.<br />
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Transportation & Lodging<br />
Getting around town:<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
By Remork (Tuk Tuk): Tuk tuks are the easiest way of getting<br />
around Siem Reap. Price will be depended on the distance<br />
and hours required.<br />
By Bicycle: Travelling by bicycle is a budget-friendly way of<br />
exploring Siem Reap. Daily rentals cost as little as US$1 per day.<br />
Numerous hotels and guesthouses offer free usage of bicycles.<br />
Bicycle rental shops are very common along Old Market and<br />
Wat Bo Road. A helmet and safety lock is included with your<br />
purchase. A standard bike is priced between US$1 and US$3<br />
per day, while mountain bikes cost up to US$10.<br />
By Motorbike: Renting a motorbike in Siem Reap was illegal for<br />
foreign visitors until 2016. As a result, there are currently only a<br />
few shops offering this service.<br />
<br />
Recommended 2-3 day stay in Siem Reap<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Where to stay:<br />
Golden Temple Boutique<br />
Mane Boutique Hotel<br />
Central Suite Residence<br />
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Experiences<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
Explore the ruins of Angkor, the Bayon temple and Ta<br />
Phrom. (Booking a tour is recommended or ask your hotel to schedule a 2-day<br />
private tour with an English speaking guide.)<br />
You also have the option of touring Angkor through a<br />
bicycle tour! Beyond Unique Escapes offers a full day<br />
sunrise tour of the ruins.<br />
After a long day out and about, treat yourself to a<br />
relaxing spa treatment at Frangipani Spa.<br />
Time to eat! Make a reservation at Malis Siem Reap and<br />
enjoy some tasty Cambodian food.<br />
While in Siem Reap, carve out time to visit the famous<br />
Phare, The Cambodian Circus<br />
Enjoy light shopping at the Angkor night market<br />
Enjoy a delicious alcoholic beverage at Miss Wong<br />
Cocktail bar<br />
Feeling Adventurous???<br />
Head from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, the capital of<br />
Cambodia. Learn about the Khmer Rouge history, colonial<br />
architecture and scenic riverside.<br />
• Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum<br />
• Killing Fields of Choeung Ek<br />
Recommended 2 nights in Phnom Penh.<br />
Spend a day in Phnom Penh then head South to the<br />
beach scene of Sihanoukville where you can ride a<br />
speedboat to the islands to learn to dive.<br />
• Koh Rong island<br />
Had enough of island hopping? Spend the day trekking in<br />
Ream National Park.<br />
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