As you can see from my profile I've been traveling a lot, especially in Thailand. During my trips I've been testing on how to make a trip as cheap and as good as possible and I have the following tips for you:
1. Surf the internet to find a price for the flight ticket
Checking prices in Hong Kong isn't a bad idea as they
very often have very competitive prices.
2. Thai Airways and Singapore airlines are usually a little
more expensive, BUT the service and legspace is excellent
3. Surf the internet for a hotel.
Once you found a nice hotel, call them instead of booking
on the internet. This way you can save a lot of money.
example:
Booking a hotel on Phuket, Thailand (Internet) 560,- Baht/day
Calling the exact same hotel and booked 3.950,- Baht/month
4. Dining in Asia can be very cheap or very expensive. In order
to eat cheap, just wait until 19.00 - 20.00 and follow the locals.
They know where the food is good and cheap. On my last trip to
Thailand I spent less than 50,- SEK (2 meals) a day on food!
5. If you plan on using the local taxi's - please check on the
Internet what the local taxi will look like. In Asia they have
many "Pirate" Taxi's
6. Try to awoid rooms with air-condition. Choose rooms with fans
Yes, I know that it can be hot, but it's far better for your health.
7. Try and study the do and don't of the country you've choosen
to visit. This might give you a lot of ideas on how to approach
people and will save you a lot of money!
8. Check where to find doctors and hospitals in the area you visit.
9. Make sure you have all the vaccinations needed
Other than that I would like to say: Have a very nice and relaxing trip!