The last day in Thailand was probably the most expensive one. My sister and I went shopping at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. To get to the docking area (where the boats to the said market were found), we rented a car (THB 5,000.00 all-in for one day). It was an hour and half ride from Bangkok. When we got there, we hopped on a speedboat. The boat ride supposedly cost THB500.00 per head, but we got it as a freebie from our pricey car rental.
We bought some herbal teas and spices. The prices were quite steep and our expert haggling skills were not working well on Thai vendors. We also shelled out for a painting for a price I had never imagined paying for. I thought it was a painful purchase but it was all worthwhile after I met the painter myself.
The ride (and shopping) lasted for an hour. What made us really curious was not the merchandise sold around, but the water we were cruising on. It was definitely murky and questionably sanitary yet it didn't smell stenchy. It made us think how incredible the water/disposal/sewage system was.
If you plan to go Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and if you are a frugal traveler like me, always remember that you're going - not for the unwise shopping spree but - for the experience. Believe me, you won't regret splurging every cent on this one.
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