Frommer’s Thailand
- ISBN13: 9780470226315
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Product Description
You’ll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer’s. It’s like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go–they’ve done the legwork for you, and they’re not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer’s Travel Guide is up-to-date, with … More >>
This guidebook was dead weight very soon into my trip. I had the LP Greater Mekong book as well, and the small section of Thailand in that one was better for me than a whole book on the country. As a college-age traveler, on a very small budget, I found that the hotels and restaurants listed were typically out of my range. Something they considered “Budget”, would be mid range or higher. The background info and so forth was great, but when it came to recommendations I found Rough Guide and Lonely Planet to be more my speed for suggestions. I was usually able to find something that was not listed to be of the same quality, and cheaper. For folks looking for a more vacation based book, and on a higher budget, this is for you.
Rating: 2 / 5
Book has good details on places to eat and shop. We already had a hotel, so we did not use that section.
Rating: 5 / 5
This guide is aimed at more luxury travellers. It is lacking in hotel and restaurant options for budget travellers. Had I known this before I bought it, I would not have purchased it. It made travelling in Thailand more difficult than it would have been with a more budget friendly book like Lonely Planet.
However, that being said, if you’re looking to go to Thailand and enjoy it’s luxury resorts, this book is alright. It’s got all the big tourist stuff in it and pretty decent maps.
Rating: 3 / 5
This is the second edition of Frommer’s Thailand I’ve bought. I travel to Thailand a lot and this guide book has helped make my travel more enjoyable. Not all the details are in the book, but it gives you the highlights of things and where to go, dine, and stay. I would recommend this book to any first time travelers or even your second or third trip to Thailand. Enjoy!
Rating: 4 / 5
Frommer’s Thailand 8th Edition is well written, very informative, nicely organized by regions, and I would say a good starting point anyone planning a trip to Thailand. Only weakness my mind is that it tends to emphasis the upscale, very expensive lodging versus the numerous & inexpensive “guest houses” that are quite comfortable and a bargain. Also, would be nice to have color photos representative of each region discussed.
Rating: 4 / 5