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Capital of the Kingdom of Thailand

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My Bangkok

Bangkok is my hometown, I've often thought about moving out to the provinces, but when I weight the pro's and con's of good country fresh air versus the hectic lifestyle of the big city, my thoughts always wonder back to what I would miss in the city. One of the first things that come to mind is food, oh wonderful food, for dining, Bangkok is certainly unbeatable, everything you want to eat from all over the country and from every continent in the world is available, and cheap too! Food is always on my mind, and my wife can confirm that, even after dining I'll think about what will the next meal be?

Every now and then, which is quite often, I get the travel bug, usually it's for the hills of Khao Yai National Park, but if the kids have their way it will be for the beach in Cha Am. Bangkok being centrally located is within an easy 2 hour drive to a choice of beach resorts, islands, national parks, or a quaint country village with a relaxing riverside setting where one can enjoy long cycling rides and simply forget about the rest of the world.

As for shopping, well that is a another issue, though I'm not a mad bargain hunter or a shopaholic, I will only venture the malls and markets when the need arises or when the wife forces me to! But with that said, I can't think of any place on earth where one can satisfy every craving and needs, whether it be software, hardware, DIY, hobby, or whatever, Bangkok has it all. Also regular visitors to the city will make it a point to visit clothing stores, whether they be off the shelf or made to order, because fashion and apparel in Bangkok is reasonably priced and in trend.

Bangkok's nightlife has something for everyone, including the infamously notorious bars on Patpong, Nana and Soi Cowboy, which I don't think anyone needs introducing to. But there is more to Bangkok's night scene then the seedy bars, Bangkokian's love to party, and party we do. Check out RCA, Khaosan, Langsuan and Sukhumvit, other that there a couple of hotels with very popular dance bars, eg. CM2, Spasso's to name a few. As I mentioned earlier there is something for everyone, which means Gays and Lesbians also have their places for entertainment.

Bangkok Hotels

Bangkok has some fine hotels in every category and the prices in comparison to Europe are amazingly good value for money. As a service we also offer Bangkok hotels and resorts reservations services online, along with secure payment gateway. Browse our list of discount hotels and compare prices and facilities online before securely booking your stay in Bangkok.

Travel Guide

Bangkok the Capital of Thailand is undoubtedly the most exciting and interesting city to visit in all of Asia. Though you may find that Bangkok has become a very modern city in every sense of the word with high-rises, sky trains and subway systems, but you will also find that many of the fascinating ways of the original settlers are still in vogue - adding to the charm of the city.

For example you will still find food vendors, what we call Thai Fast Food, plying virtually every street of the city serving up a quick and economical meal to office workers, laborers and millionaires alike. (Normally a vendor will serve only one particular dish (specialty), there to enjoy a full meal of several dishes including desserts one would be served by several vendors!). Water taxis and water busses still ply the river and canals serving commuters from suburban residential areas to the inner city, and for those who simply want to get from A to B using the fastest mode of transport, after the motorcycle taxi of course. Floating markets is still a normal way of obtaining daily needs of the people living along, or even on these waterways. So, as you see, Bangkok may be a big city, but our Thai culture and customs are still very evident everywhere you look.

Bangkok Weather Forecast

Bangkok has good weather most days, though it can be Hot, Hot, Hot, but nothing a Singha beer won't fix! Coolest months are between November & February, March it starts to get hot, with April & May the two hottest months of the year. Expect rains from June to October, but we also call this the Green Season as the rains makes everything green again, between the rains you can find sunshines and rainbows, so by all means do not hold off on travel during this period.

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Bangkok City Transport

Bangkok is relatively easy to get around once you get the hang of the local transport links, in my point of view the two main mode of transport for any tourist is the Sky Train and the Chao Phraya Express Boats, the subway is only useful for a couple of points such as. the Weekend Market, Siam Niramit, and Hualumpong Railway Station. The BMTA bus service is not entirely reliable, though it is cheap, unless you have got alot of time on your hands you'll probably better off on taking the Tuk Tuk's or Taxi's when needs be.

Events Calendar

One of the things that I like most about living in the big city is that there is always something going on, and I don't mean purely the entertainment events such as Concerts and Shows, etc.. I'm talking about Trade Shows. I love walking around the trade fairs on public days viewing new products and trends, and there are enough shows to keep you occupied throughout the year as the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair, Thailand International Furniture Fair, Bangkok International Gift & Houseware Fair, Bangkok International Fashion Fair, and the list goes on, just check the exhibition calendar to find out if there is anything happening during the time of your visit, you'll be sorry if you didn't!

Domestic & International Airlines

Bangkok has two airports, Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Don Muang Airport, and 8 domestic flights connecting the provinces to the far North, Northeast and South of Thailand. With Bangkok being the regional hub for Southeast Asia, travelling to and from the neighbouring countries of Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar and Vietnam is quick and convenient.

Thailand Newspapers

Thailand has three main English language newspapers, the Bangkok Post, The Nation and Daily Xpress, the former tends to be a little neutural when it comes to political issues, whilst the Nation stands up and makes its views heard, this is also my favorite newspaper, whilst the new kid on the block the Daily Xpress is a new breed of newspaper in Thailand, it's a free publication and can be found at sky train and subways stations. For news content generally I would read both the Bangkok Post and The Nation online as news can vary from one to the other, I like to analyze it a bit!