Udon Thani - My First Impressions of Isan Thailand

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  • čas přidán 5. 04. 2024
  • Guess what? I'm super excited because I'm going on a trip to Udon Thani in Thailand! 🇹🇭 It's in the Isan region, Northwest Thailand and it's my first time visiting there. I've been in Bangkok for a couple days, but now it's time for a new adventure.
    I leave Bangkok really early in the morning to catch my flight to Udon Thani. I can't wait to see what this city has to offer! Will it be as busy and bustling as Bangkok, or will it have a different vibe? Will i like it? These are my first impressions.
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Komentáře • 159

  • @runawaypapa
    @runawaypapa Před 3 měsíci +10

    Great trip Wayne! I'm coming back to Thailand in November for 3 months and this travel vlog series has been very educational & entertaining. Rayong was already on my list but Kanchanaburi and Udan Thani are now must-sees. Cheers!

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      That's great! Thanks. I hope you have a great time. All these places are worth a visit. Thanks

  • @garyb7132
    @garyb7132 Před 3 měsíci +6

    That’s a great city, I first visited Udon Thani over 20 years ago. A lot of really good people there. Thanks for the flashback

  • @Harvey_wales
    @Harvey_wales Před 3 měsíci +10

    Another great video Wayne keep them coming

  • @icemanknobby
    @icemanknobby Před 3 měsíci +16

    Nong Kai on the Mekong is an hour away, a must for a bike ride and maybe a night or two:-)

    • @kashifakbar8751
      @kashifakbar8751 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Definitely agree with this Wayne. Nong khai is beautiful and on the river. Well worth the visit. Welcome to Isan Province! ❤

    • @DiscoDrew
      @DiscoDrew Před 3 měsíci +2

      Nong Khai has way more to offer than Udon Thani.

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      Probably not buddy, but you never know 👍

  • @heromm2748
    @heromm2748 Před 3 měsíci +4

    I made a sudden visit to Udon Thany 10 years ago without any plan. I decided to go with the flow. The result is that I love this city.

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +2

      I'm liking the vibes of Udon. It seems slow pace and Sabai Sabai. It's exactly what I like. Thanks.

  • @mollerdk2000
    @mollerdk2000 Před 3 měsíci +2

    looks calm and peaceful, looking forward to seeing more videos

  • @stevens8785
    @stevens8785 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Happy days mate, happy days. It looks like you have struck gold from initial observation. Have fun Wayne 🤩

  • @Jefe_Perro
    @Jefe_Perro Před 3 měsíci +7

    Nice one Wayne.
    Don't blame you for wanting aisle seat on the plane. Don't want to get my arsh in people's faces either if I need to get up. 😉
    I think you're really going to like that part of Issan. Used to go to Udon alot when I lived in Vientiane. It's a great little place.
    Take it easy.

    • @Mark-England
      @Mark-England Před 3 měsíci

      Do you fly to Udon from Vientiane?

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      🤣🤣 Nice one mate. Udon seems like a cool town so far mate .

  • @Stephen-pc7hh
    @Stephen-pc7hh Před 3 měsíci +9

    I've lived in udon for 6 years it's a great place..

  • @SimosThailand
    @SimosThailand Před 3 měsíci +1

    lol … you surprised me again buddy 😮 didn’t expect you to end up there 👍 Happy exploring 😎

  • @antruok4950
    @antruok4950 Před 3 měsíci +2

    The boy is in Udon Thani 🤩 - I also flew there & just that ride from the airport to that main area , luved the vibe and really enjoyed the place a lot 🤩 - look forward to more ✌️😃👋👌👍🙏

  • @brianstreet7377
    @brianstreet7377 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Nice one mate cheers 🍻 👏

  • @nigel4776
    @nigel4776 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Look out for Steady Eddie, he's in town too!

  • @Mark-England
    @Mark-England Před 3 měsíci +4

    You should've walked to Udon from Bangkok mate, you're Walkabout Wayne, not Flyabout Wayne 😁
    I thought your next stop would be Hua Hin.
    Never seen that much chicken in a Thai meal before,, happy days.

  • @henkoortgiesen4343
    @henkoortgiesen4343 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Udon Thanii is much nicer and more pleasant than the terrible Bangkok and Pattaya.

  • @Paul-wu5qy
    @Paul-wu5qy Před 3 měsíci +2

    Looks like a great spot in Udon Thani !
    Like the food stall area .

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Cheers Paul. It seems like a nice chilled city.

  • @TheTaffia
    @TheTaffia Před 3 měsíci +4

    Don Mueang used to be Thailand international airport before they built Suvarnabhumi , there was a cheap food court up on the top floor or 4th floor as I remember.

  • @iskandartaib
    @iskandartaib Před 3 měsíci +4

    Haha.. When I got to Udon the first time I had to find out if there actually was a Nutty Park.. 😁 It was right across the road from my hotel, and was where a lot of the farangs hung out. The railway station is worth a visit, took a lot of photos. The bus from Mo Chit to Don Mueang used to be the only way, these days there is also the new Red Line. Bus is still better though.. Incidentally the Rocket Festival in Isan should be around second week of May. I'd like to be able to make it up there for that one of these years.. probably would have to rent a car to get out to one of the launch sites. Check out the tuk-tuks. Very different compared to Chiang Mai or Bangkok ones.

  • @saylarvee
    @saylarvee Před 3 měsíci +2

    Glad to see you made it!Samphan thamit alley is my hangout.Dont forget Nong Khai while your up there.I sound like a travel agent.My partner comes from Ubon Ratchathani.I never been there but would like to look some day.Nok Air flies direct to Chiang Mai from there.While your there ,try "eat well udon" restaurant near your hotel.Enjoy 😎your travels.God I wish I were over there

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      Cheers. No Nong Khai I doubt mate. Yes, Nok Air is the famous flight from CM. A lot of visa runners take that flight. Nice one.

  • @louisec1437
    @louisec1437 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Hey Wayne you thought your luck had changed when you saw that mannequin lol 😂😂😂

  • @jimjim4758
    @jimjim4758 Před 3 měsíci +2

    looks amazing there. I love Krabi

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Nice, I hope to get to Krabi one day . 👍

  • @roberthornbrook8374
    @roberthornbrook8374 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I new your be strait in the food court Wayne 😂 😂

  • @passportbroasia
    @passportbroasia Před 3 měsíci +3

    Udon is a bike city, right up your alley. The only things I like in Udon is Dose Factory and the people, have a blast!

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Yes, it's great for riding . Probably one of the best places I've been for riding.

  • @ChimpsAI
    @ChimpsAI Před 3 měsíci +1

    Nice find! Looks pretty laid back for just over 100k population. You'll have to check out the night market and try some of the street food.

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      It's a nice chilled town, some great markets and people 👍

  • @oasis1848
    @oasis1848 Před 4 dny +1

    I love this place

  • @michaelward9317
    @michaelward9317 Před 3 měsíci +1

    il be there in september for the first time looks nice

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      Nice! September will soon come. It's a nice chilled place 👍

  • @lmarcus8697
    @lmarcus8697 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Very good food option if you take the walk way toward the srt line. There are two ,totally Thai , not touristy restaurants

  • @roberthornbrook8374
    @roberthornbrook8374 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I loved Udon Thani Wayne nice little place Wayne these trips are good I enjoy them Khon khean is ok as well
    You are an early bird Wayne 3 hours early

  • @malcomerogers4504
    @malcomerogers4504 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I read that a good vegetarian restaurant in Udon Thani is Barn-Naa Cafe, also for Thai food Samuay & Sons. Don't know how expensive they may be but they were rated among top five restaurants in Udon Thani. Hope smoke isn't too bad. Be safe man.

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      Nice, I found a couple cheap ones. The smoke has been ok here . Thanks buddy.

  • @LiveLife.888
    @LiveLife.888 Před 3 měsíci +2

    visit Nong Khai from Udon, Nong Khai is across to Vientiane of Laos, In Nong Khai also visit Tha Bo nice little quiet town. Cheers!

  • @colinshurey976
    @colinshurey976 Před 3 měsíci +3

    I had a click 160 cc cost me 300bht a day in Hau Hin
    Great little bike for round town

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      I had the same bike in Hua Hin. 160 Click 👍

  • @robinlowerson565
    @robinlowerson565 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I enjoyed that.

  • @barrycook7674
    @barrycook7674 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Steady Eddie is living in Udon Thani you should maybe catch up with him for a sneaky sneaky sip.😂

  • @johnanderson7883
    @johnanderson7883 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Good on ya mate.

  • @Jeff-cz3pj
    @Jeff-cz3pj Před 3 měsíci +2

    Udon Thani! You made it mate! Are you checking out any apartments?

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      I made it!! Probably not mate, but anything can happen.

  • @dae1973
    @dae1973 Před 3 měsíci +1

    In the isan…… still never been. Good luck 👍🏾

  • @paulsandford3345
    @paulsandford3345 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I hope you end up going to Buriram one day mate? As a bonus they've got a good football team! 😊

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      I hope to go Buriram one day mate. Great team, but I'm a Chiang Rai supporter.

  • @Walk-retirement-travel
    @Walk-retirement-travel Před 3 měsíci +3

    Hopefully the crazy Songkran water drenching won’t be as bad in udon as Pattaya

  • @roberthornbrook8374
    @roberthornbrook8374 Před 3 měsíci +2

    You have some bars near where you are Wayne I been there before it’s very chilled compared to Bangkok

  • @Bob-rt5vd
    @Bob-rt5vd Před 3 měsíci +1

    Hey Wayne, Udon Thani is on one cities to visit before settling down somewhere. What is your honesty opinion about Udon versus Kanchanaburi which one do you think is better to retire? Both cities look very interested but I would appreciate your input. Thanks again, Bob

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      That's difficult to answer for someone else mate. I would check both of them out for a while. Udon is probably more suited to my preferred lifestyle, not much happening, just a city with not to much going on. Kanchanaburi is much the same, but it has a magic about it. Cheers Bob

  • @lmarcus8697
    @lmarcus8697 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Ps,.Always get a seat that is forward in the aircraft and you’ll get off the airplane about 20 minutes sooner

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      No mate, I always need middle of the plane 👍

  • @adamday4283
    @adamday4283 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Go check out the Red lotus lake.

  • @Deadfoot-Dan
    @Deadfoot-Dan Před 3 měsíci +1

    I wanted to visit Udon Thani when I was in Bangkok, in your last vid you walked by my hotel (twice) and now you are in UT, I don't even have to leave my couch, just log in to your channel, happy travels mate.

    • @DiscoDrew
      @DiscoDrew Před 3 měsíci

      Nothing to do or see, don’t bother.

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      Udon seems like a good place to get away from it all. Not much to do by the looks of it. Nice place to chill for a while though.

  • @steffeman87
    @steffeman87 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Do you plan to look at some of the more chill islands?

  • @vs123
    @vs123 Před 3 měsíci +3

    I like market foods thai

  • @Sitz-hi8pc
    @Sitz-hi8pc Před 3 měsíci +1

    Hi Wayne
    Nice to you in Udon Thani if you have time take a minivan to NongKhai around 60 minutes its a peaceful place one Mekong river check it out. Ore go one motorbike.
    Greetings S.Sjonger

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      Probably not this time. I will certainly not be getting in a minivan. Thanks buddy.

  • @_Alfa.Bravo_
    @_Alfa.Bravo_ Před 3 měsíci +2

    Udon is a big town. Guess 500000 inhabitans. What I missed there is a public swimming pool or hall. No danceclub has reopened either. The beaties work in the tourist places on the coast. I got borred quickly in that town. Central Plaza and Prayak Park are great

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Always some beauties around everywhere mate. 👍

    • @_Alfa.Bravo_
      @_Alfa.Bravo_ Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@WalkAboutWayne ... and much more smiling faces in Isaan. Try beef restaurant To Larb Kallasin in Pracha Raksa Road

  • @shirleykimber2330
    @shirleykimber2330 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Don't laugh I'm in Majorca and t ain't no Thailand!!! Give me Thailand any day of the week, roll on July!! Have fun in Udon!😅

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      I'm sure you're having a good time in Majorca Shirley. Thailand is waiting for you!

  • @johnshores4745
    @johnshores4745 Před 3 měsíci +1

    How often do you get a massage ?

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      It used to.be once a month. But once a week lately.

  • @lmarcus8697
    @lmarcus8697 Před 3 měsíci +1

    You went the wrong way. If your going to DMK, take the mrt from term8nal 21 and get of at bang sue and take the srt directly to the airport

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      No mate, I was fine. Got to DMK, no problems . Cheers buddy.

  • @MrORANGEMAN1966
    @MrORANGEMAN1966 Před 3 měsíci +1

    My first impression it's cheaper less chaos but very quiet for my taste and boring after a few days.

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      I think you've described it perfectly. Doesn't seem like alot to do here, but I kinda like that.

  • @petershrive416
    @petershrive416 Před 3 měsíci +1

    How much was the flight

  • @aspenward390
    @aspenward390 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Awesome, Wayne.
    (flying rats, hahaahah)

  • @user-sb2wu2qs3k
    @user-sb2wu2qs3k Před 3 měsíci +4

    Are you meeting up with Steady Eddie? 😂

    • @petejames4672
      @petejames4672 Před 3 měsíci

      He will definitely bump into him ..

    • @Nutsax007
      @Nutsax007 Před 3 měsíci +1

      But Eddy will only be grumblin' 😆

    • @Jefe_Perro
      @Jefe_Perro Před 3 měsíci

      Not if Wayne's playing copyright music 🤣

    • @Mark-England
      @Mark-England Před 3 měsíci

      He'll be too busy squirting like a chocolate fountain

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      😀😀

  • @johnjoe_247
    @johnjoe_247 Před 3 měsíci +1

    A Bobby D in da place ta Be !!!

    • @johnjoe_247
      @johnjoe_247 Před 3 měsíci

      Hey i am investing in GRAB ! It"s on the NASDAQ . Gonna get more shares this week .

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Bobby D , mate 👌👌

  • @jackflowers999
    @jackflowers999 Před 3 měsíci +3

    better
    Air quality by 50%

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      The air is not to bad here at the minute 👍

  • @markterry8704
    @markterry8704 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Better night market further down the road to the right where you saw KFC

  • @robertburnett6348
    @robertburnett6348 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I think Ed Sweeny is still there. Maybe buy him a drink. I'llI' just listen.

  • @Stephen-pc7hh
    @Stephen-pc7hh Před 3 měsíci +2

    I remember the days when you only had black beauty.

  • @_Alfa.Bravo_
    @_Alfa.Bravo_ Před 3 měsíci +3

    15:09 ... there is a homeless old grandma sitting on the ground. My Thai-wife always tells me not to tip people that have a job, but give money to those who have nothing. Please give her sth next time 🙏 Khop khun krap

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      Your wife sounds like a nice person. I give to whoever I choose buddy 👍

    • @robertburnett6348
      @robertburnett6348 Před 3 měsíci

      Most This make about $10-20/day. And have families. Your wife is wrong.

  • @scottgeen3062
    @scottgeen3062 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Been to udon thani it's okay but like non khai more

  • @user-fe1jg3gs8l
    @user-fe1jg3gs8l Před 3 měsíci +2

    Wow Wayne glad you got a seat on this airline, I’m still waiting for refund from them & not confirming a booking. This city looks chilled not like pensive bkk. Surprised to see so much English, must be farang territory. Enjoy 👍

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      I waited for a refund for air Asia for 6 months during COVID . I got it back in the end. Udon is a cool place 👍

  • @DoubleG79234
    @DoubleG79234 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wayne you need to go back to the market and check that woman out properly later 👌😂

  • @TribalFusion
    @TribalFusion Před 3 měsíci +1

    Two hours before for me, domestic or international flights. I've only ever missed one flight and I was very drunk, check in closed lol

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci

      🤣 Luckily I've never missed one. I came very near once though.

  • @johnjoe_247
    @johnjoe_247 Před 3 měsíci +1

    be careful of dem rough Diamonds out there, mate , you don't wanna end up in Barney Rubble, bloke !

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Nothing wrong with a rough diamond. Give them a good polish 👍

  • @ChilloutLars
    @ChilloutLars Před 3 měsíci +2

    Ok I'll admit it. Never ever never did I think you'd make it to Udon Thani.

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      🤣 I did't know either until last minute.

    • @ChilloutLars
      @ChilloutLars Před 3 měsíci +1

      @WalkAboutWayne and that's exactly what adventure is all about my friend. Arrive with no expectations, leave with pleasant surprises. Awesome to see you getting around.

  • @DiscoDrew
    @DiscoDrew Před 3 měsíci +1

    There’s nothing to do or see in Udon.
    I’ve spent a few months there.
    Prove me wrong…

    • @WalkAboutWayne
      @WalkAboutWayne  Před 3 měsíci +1

      I kinda see what you mean already. Doesn't seem to be much.

    • @Jeff-cz3pj
      @Jeff-cz3pj Před 3 měsíci +1

      Maybe Khon Kaen is better?

  • @604nation
    @604nation Před 2 měsíci +1

    Looks dead

  • @user-uj7bu1xs8l
    @user-uj7bu1xs8l Před 3 měsíci +2

    "You know the drill"! _ "bobby dazzler" @walkaboutwayne.