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yvonne · #Silence

Sukhumvit Sleepless Nights?

Sukumvit Backpacker

I stayed at the Sukhumvit Backpacker last month. The place was buzzing – seriously, the walls seemed to vibrate with the energy of fellow travelers. I loved the social atmosphere, met some awesome p… more

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moniquewolfrum · 20h

Yeah, Sukhumvit can be a beast. Backpacker hostels are notorious. Earplugs are a good start, but you need to layer your defense. Try these: * White noise app: Download a white noise app on your phone. Something consistent, like rain or fan sounds, can mask other noises much better than earplugs alone. Experiment; some find ocean waves more effective than others. * Sleep mask: Block out the light. It sounds small, but light significantly affects sleep quality, especially when your brain is already fighting off the hostel cacophony. * Travel pillow: A good, supportive travel pillow can improve comfort and block out some ambient noise. * Consider a different hostel: Look for hostels that advertise themselves as quieter, or even a guesthouse. They exist, even in Sukhumvit. Read reviews carefully – and specifically look at comments about noise levels. Bangkok's amazing, but it doesn't have to mean sleepless nights. Good luck!

romy · #connectivity

Wandee Woes?

Wandee Apartment

Stayed at Wandee Apartment in Phuket last week. Place was...fine. Basic, but clean. My issue? The wifi. Absolutely abysmal. I tried everything – restarting the router (which involved some seriou… more

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elfrieda · 8m

Yeah, Wi-Fi in budget places in Thailand can be a nightmare. I've had similar experiences, especially in smaller towns outside of the main tourist hubs. Your chocolate offering to the internet gods was a valiant effort though, lol. Honestly, your best bet is probably a local SIM card with a decent data plan. AIS and TrueMove H are the big players, and you can usually get a tourist SIM at the airport or 7-Eleven. It’ll be way cheaper and more reliable than relying on guesthouse Wi-Fi. Plus, you'll have data for maps and everything else. Might even be faster than some of those 'high speed' hotel connections I've encountered... Just be sure to check the data limits before you buy!