Digital nomad guide book V2 .pdf

Digital
Nomad
Guide to
Bangkok
By
meRooms

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Thank you for downloading this eBook.
Hope you find it as a useful primer to
begin your Digital Nomad journey in
Bangkok.
If you’d like to learn more about Digital
Nomad in Bangkok,
please email us at support@merooms.co

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Contents

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2 Getting from the airport to the city
3 Getting Around Bangkok
6 Co-working Space
9 Mobile Operator
11 How to open a Bank Account

12 Visa
13 One Day in Bangkok
16 Appendix

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Getting from the airport to
the city
Suvarnabhumi airport terminal
is approximately 30 kilometers
of the Bangkok Central
Business District, depending on
traffic and time of day.
We provide you two options
based on the number of
people you travel with and
the number of luggages you
have.

Airport Rail Link

Taxi-meter

The cheapest and fastest way to get
from Suvarnabhumi airport into the city
center.

Queue up at Gate 4 or Gate 7 at
Terminal 1 to catch a taxi to get into the
city.

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Type and Price
One-way ticket: 45 THB

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Hours of Operation:
6.00 AM - 12.00 AM

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Connection with BTS:
Phaya Thai station

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Connection with MRT:
Phetchaburi station

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MAP
(See Appendix)

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Price
Depending on the distance and
traffic + 50 THB service fee.

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Hours of Operation:
24 hours

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Getting around Bangkok
Bangkok is quite infamous for
its gridlock traffic but we offer
you a few options so you can
get to your next meeting on
time.

It is not quite pedestrianfriendly with its aggressive
drivers and its heat and
humidity but you may stumble
upon hidden gems while
walking on foot. It is also the
best way to get to know the
locals and understand why
Thailand is nicknamed “The
Land of Smiles”.

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Getting around Bangkok
BTS

MRT

Taxi-meter

Quickest and most convenient
way to get around town and
access to the Central Business
District and major shopping
malls. Runs eastbound and
westbound.

Another great option to whisk
you in and out of the city with
major stops including a
weekend market and nightlife.
Runs northbound and
southbound .

Get chauffeured around in one
of the most colorful taxis in the
world. Relatively cheap and
can get you from point A to
point B quickly (depending on
traffic).

 Type and Price
One-way ticket: Starting
from 16 THB to 59 THB
One-Day ticket: 140 THB
30-Day Pass: Starting from
465 THB to 1,300 THB

 Type and Price
One-way ticket: Starting
from 16 THB to 42 THB
30-Day Pass: Starting from
450 THB to 1,250 THB

 Price
Depending on the distance
and traffic.

 Hours of Operation:
6.00 AM - 12.00 AM

 Tips:
Always request to turn on
the meter.

 Hours of Operation:
5.30 AM - 12.00 AM
 Connections with MRT:
Saladaeng and Asoke
stations
 MAP (See Appendix)

Ride-sharing

 Connections with MRT:
Silom and Sukhumvit stations
 MAP(See Appendix)

Public bus

Ride-sharing services have
become ubiquitous around
cities and Bangkok city is no
exception. “Grab” your
smartphone and “Uber” away
to your destination.

Get a front seat to observe the
real Bangkok with the locals. If
you want to experience a day
in a life of a Bangkokian, taking
a public bus can be a great
option.

 PriceDepending on the
distance and traffic.

 PriceStarting from 7 THB to
30 THB

 Tips:
 Tips:Fare is collected by the
Chat with the driver to learn
bus conductor.Prepare a
more about Bangkok
small change.

VS
• More options
with Taxi, Bike,
and regular car.
• Promo code
shared regularly.
• Accepts cash

• Convenient if
you already
have an Uber
account
• Only regular
cars available

 Hours of Operation: 24 hours

Adventurous
 Tuk tuk
Good for short distance
and a quick thrill. Prices
depend on how good your
negotiation skills are.
 Boats
Explore the Venice of the
East by boats to discover
the hidden gems and
temples along the
Chaopraya river. Prices
range from 9 THB to 32 THB.
Connection with BTS at
Saphan Taksin stop.
 Motorbike
Zig Zagging your way
through Bangkok traffic to
get to your next
appointment on time. Prices
vary based on distance
and traffic.

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Co-working Spaces
Co-working spaces have been mushrooming over the past
half decade in Bangkok because of the increased number of
freelancers, startups, and YOU, the digital nomads.
Different co-working spaces attract different types of crowds
due to its facility and amenities. We give you the low-down
on the nearest mass transit, hours, and rates.
Hubba
The first one to jumpstart the coworking space bandwagon. It
now has 3 branches spread out
across Bangkok.
Ekamai Branch:
Location: Soi Ekkamai 4
Nearest BTS: Ekamai
Hours: Mon-Sun, 9 am - 10 pm.
Rate: 299 THB/Day
2,990 THB/Month
Hubba-To:
Location: 3rd floor, Habito Mall
Nearest BTS: Phra Khanong
Hours: 24 Hours, 7 days/week
Rate: 299 THB/Day
2,990 THB/Month
Discovery Hubba:
Location: 4th floor, Siam
Discovery
Nearest BTS: National Stadium
Hours: Mon - Fri, 24 Hours
Rate: 299 THB/Day
2,990 THB/Month

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Co-working Spaces
Launchpad
Launchpad comes equipped with coworking spaces and
private rooms. A recreation area is set aside in case you
want to take a break.

Location: 139 Pan Road, Sethiwan
Tower
Nearest BTS: Surasak
Hours: Mon-Sun, 9 am - 8 pm
Sat-Sun, 9 am - 6.30 pm
Rate: 260 THB/Day
5,400 THB/Month

Draft Board
This funky co-working space gives off an industrial vibe and
attract creatives and designers alike.
Location: 12th floor, Orakarn Building
Nearest BTS: Chidlom
Hours: Mon-Sun, 9 am - 9 pm.
Rate: 300 THB/Day
5,900 THB/Month

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