Visiting Laem Chabang Cruise Port: What to Expect & Tips for Exploring
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Visiting Laem Chabang Cruise Port: What to Expect & Tips for Exploring

Laem Chabang, Thailand’s largest deep-sea port, might not sound like a dreamy cruise destination — but it’s the main cruise terminal for visiting Bangkok and Pattaya. If your ship docks here, here’s what you need to know before stepping ashore. Where is Laem Chabang? Located in Chonburi province, Laem Chabang sits: 📍 Around 2 hours…

🚢 Taking the Tender Boat – Lessons from a Rainy Day in Koh Samui
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🚢 Taking the Tender Boat – Lessons from a Rainy Day in Koh Samui

One of the more interesting (and sometimes frustrating) parts of cruising is when the ship can’t dock at the port, and passengers are taken ashore using what’s called a tender boat. The tender is actually one of the ship’s lifeboats — normally reserved for emergencies, but in situations like this, it doubles as a shuttle…