A Thai teenager has garnered widespread online acclaim for taking his grandfather on a roughly 2,000-kilometer journey by train and bus to visit Singapore for the first time. The 16-year-old, known as Queue, documented the trip on his Instagram account, kollawat_2626, detailing how he arranged the journey despite not coming from a wealthy background.
In his caption, Queue wrote, “As a 16 year old boy, not from a wealthy family, I took my grandfather on a train journey covering 2,000 kilometers to Singapore for the first time.” He explained that he posted the footage to preserve a cherished memory with his grandfather. The video showcased their visit to Singapore’s iconic Merlion attraction, including a photograph of his grandfather posing before the landmark. At one point in the video, Queue can be heard asking his grandfather to act naturally, as he wished to capture the moment on film.
The post garnered over 760,000 likes, with numerous commenters commending Queue for making the trip a reality and helping his grandfather fulfill a lifelong dream. Many users also extended well wishes for his grandfather’s health and encouraged the teenager to continue sharing their adventures. Some suggested that Queue start a YouTube channel, pledging their support and expressing a desire to
Queue expressed gratitude to his supporters, stating that he had not anticipated the video’s viral success and had initially shared it simply to preserve a happy memory. In the comments section, he elaborated on the journey and his strategies for keeping costs down. He explained that he and his grandfather traveled by third-class train, the cheapest option available, from Nakhon Pathom province to Su-ngai Kolok district in Narathiwat province.
From there, they crossed into Malaysia and took a bus to Pasir Mas Railway Station. They then purchased train tickets to Johor Bahru for approximately 390 baht per person, followed by a bus across the border to Woodlands in Singapore, which reportedly cost around 50 baht per person. The pair opted not to stay overnight in Singapore, returning to Johor Bahru, Malaysia, to save money and spending about 2,000 baht per night on accommodation. Queue mentioned that a man he respected as an older brother helped cover their accommodation expenses. “This is a budget trip focusing truly on lifetime experience. Thanks for all the support,” he wrote.
Following suggestions from social media users, Queue has since announced the launch of his YouTube channel, named คิวพาลุย, with the aim of building an audience and achieving success.