scottier Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 A friend and I are heading to Thailand in December, gonna hit up the Phi Phi islands and Raleigh for a week. Could use some advice on what else to do, have two weeks to fill, have planned some random stuff, but if anyone has some awesome things they've done there, let me know so I can do them as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Crowdsurf the hordes of europeans and stinky hippies. Get your wallet raped at the new airport. Learn how search functions work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wfinley Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Don't forget to hang out with sarcastic annoying Americans. Here's a good link to help you plan: http://www.railay.com/railay/climbing/climbing_intro.shtml Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Don't forget to hang out with sarcastic annoying Americans. We avoid peak travel times now - and December in Thailand is tourisms Everest. We can be found expressing disdain in restaraunts, cafe's and hostels throughout the world though - no need to go Thailand. Watch for us blanching when we hear your American accent; you may expose us for something other than the dot.com millionaire we claim to be. Shove the pickets up your ass next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wfinley Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Thanks for the picket suggestion. I think I'll stick with a locker though - the ends are pretty torn up from pounding them into ice. BTW - The correct terminology is Dirty Hippie not Stinky Hippie. PS - Scottier - here are a couple posts: http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/threadz/s...true#Post522400 http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/threadz/s...true#Post263098 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Thanks for the picket suggestion. I think I'll stick with a locker though - the ends are pretty torn up from pounding them into ice. BTW - The correct terminology is Dirty Hippie not Stinky Hippie. PS - Scottier - here are a couple posts: http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/threadz/s...true#Post522400 http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/threadz/s...true#Post263098 I need to take a shit. Could you write me a set of instructions? the funny thing about bulletainboards is people actually respond with useful information when someone's an asshole to the dumbass asking a basic question. When nobody responds they ignore it. If you want a cheap amusement park for farangs stick to Thailand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wfinley Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Apparently I missed the CC.com memo that lays out these unwritten rules. Could you please PM it to me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Apparently I missed the CC.com memo that lays out these unwritten rules. Could you please PM it to me? merely an observation that pity often outweighs generosity on this and other bulletainboards, or perhaps it's the herd effect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valleydude Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Dude, definitely go scuba diving. If you're not already certified, then take the crash course before you go. I gave up diving the PNW after diving in Thailand (Phuket). Just awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drater Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Make sure to get yourself a couple young Kratoy for companionship, a pair should only run you $10-$12 a week, anything more and you're the one getting ass raped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottier Posted August 3, 2006 Author Share Posted August 3, 2006 And now I see why CC.com has a rep for having "spray lords" on it. Scuba diving and prostitutes...check. Already on my list, how has no one suggested recreational drugs yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drater Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Suggesting recreational drugs in Thailand would be like reccomending you keep breathing. It's a given. Make sure you ask for Kratoys and not any run of the mill hookers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Already on my list, how has no one suggested recreational drugs yet? Well, nobody's yet told you to open your ears & eyes when travelling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountainmatt Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Spend some time in Patpong and all of your questions will be answered... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 Spend some time in Patpong and all of your questions will be answered... make sure you bring pingpong balls, and cash so you can buy plenty of fake or stolen goods from the merchants. It's like the US, only cheaper and sleazier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountainmatt Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 And the three ring binders don't have baseball cards in them either... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 And the three ring binders don't have baseball cards in them either... always, always do the grab test on a date Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountainmatt Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 always, always do the grab test on a date Please tell me there isn't a story behind this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 always, always do the grab test on a date Please tell me there isn't a story behind this one. not me, but a 'friend' made that mistake and was thankfully (for him) warned after only a half dozen drinks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Self_propelled Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I lived in South Asia for awhile and vacationed in Thailand alot. Love Railay, even after experiencing the Tsunami there on our last visit. Even when its crowded its still not as bad as Phuket, Koh Samui, etc. As far as cool things to do I would highly recommend kayaking in Khao Sok Lake and along the Andaman Sea, check out www.paddleasia.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tennessee Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Here's some beta for climbing in Thailand: -don't spend more than one night in Bangkok, there's a reason for that song -pay up front for all the days you plan to stay in a bungalo, you get a cheaper price -don't stay in the places near the beach unless you can afford it, inland places are cheaper. Dream Valley is a good bargain. -bring lots of chalk -bring all anodized biners, or else they get destroyed by the salt water environment -don't bring a bunch of shorts/tshirts, you can buy cooler ones in Bangkok for cheaper and they make good souvenirs -Bring a sweater or jacket on the bus ride from Bangkok to Krabi, they crank the AC and it gets too cold to sleep -you can buy pot from the bartender at the Insomnia Bar -always bargain and don't offer a price that you aren't willing to pay. if they accept your offer, you should buy it or they get really pissed -don't buy any drugs in Bangkok -learn some Thai, even a little makes a good impression -visit the Northern part of the country if you have time (Changmai, Pi) although with 2 weeks you'll probably stay in Railay the whole time -bring some strong antibiotics like Cipro and Flagyl -find the underwater cave entrance that tunnels through Happy Island, a very cool adventure -always stare down the bearded monkeys, they love that -make time to climb Ao Nang Tower, it's worth it -get a posse together and rent a boat to do some deep water soloing near Chicken Island -beach towels are as expensive in Thailand as they are here, and they all suck -you can get mosquito repellant there -if the tide suddenly goes way way out, run Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 -don't bring a bunch of shorts/tshirts, you can buy cooler ones in Bangkok for cheaper and they make good souvenirs Be the fifth at your coffee shop to sport a Singha Tee! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Self_propelled Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Further to Tennessee's excellent advice, Climb in the shade!! Buy your Cipro in Bangkok, not here, same stuff way cheaper. Also, walk the trail between Railay East and West and have a cold one at the bar over looking Diamond Cave. They light up the climbing routes in the evening. The bungalows up there are also very affordable. King climbers has a great guide for Railay. If you get a chance to go north to Chaing Mai they have a bunch of routes about 45 minutes outside of town at Crazy Horse and they are developing new routes all the time. There's a guy from Southern Utah who has a climbing shop and gym in Chaing Mai, can't remember the name but its easy to find. Annddd, definitely heed the warning to run for high ground when the tide goes way out suddenly, there is no "surf" at Railay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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