How do you save money traveling in Thailand?

What is your best saving advice you like to tell other people when you travel to Thailand? Do you have a favorite hotel that gives you a good deal or do you have a restaurant that makes nice Thai food but for a fraction of the price you have to pay in fancy restaurants? Do you have a special way to avoid all the scams? Let us know what other people can do to save money when they travel in Thailand. If you have a photo of the place or a website please send it to the blog or post a link in the comment.