Hi everyone, well there are lots of places to see in Bangkok, i could be here forever listing them, but here are just a few that i have enjoyed.
The Golden Palace - The Golden Palace is a complex of buildings which has been the official residence of the Kings of Thailand since the 18th century. It is situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, and is an easy walk from the Khao San Road. I managed to get an excellent massage in the grounds. There are some beautiful buildings to look at, but ladies remember to wear appropriate clothing as short skirts and beach attire are not allowed. Also you will get pestered by Tuk Tuk drivers trying to take you to gem shops - DON'T GO!!! Its a scam.
Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute (Snake Farm) - Not to everyone's taste, but i really enjoyed it, you get the chance to look around in side, lots of snakes behind glass, plus interactive video's to learn more. Then there is a show at the end where they bring out various snakes, some very dangerous, some completely safe! The show is presented well and with good humour.
More to come next time!!
Tuesday 17 March 2009
Sunday 15 March 2009
Bangkok
Bangkok really is a 24 hour city, if this is your first trip to an Asian city, you are in for Culture Shock!! Its hot, humid, and traffic everywhere!
Bangkok was originally a small trading post at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River during the Ayutthaya Kingdon and came to the forefront of Thailand when it was given the status as the capital city in 1768 after the burning of Ayutthaya, the former kingdom seat and capital of the Ayuthaya province.
Bangkok is the world's 22nd largest city by population with over 8 million residents, although with so many illegals most educated guesses have it as at about 15 million!!!
Its easy to get around the city, taxi's and Tuk Tuk's are everywhere, but there are also buses which are incredibly cheap and frequent, and besides you get to mix with real Thai people, not just the ones geared up for tourists! The Bangkok Sky Train is also a good option.
Bangkok really is a 24 hour city, if this is your first trip to an Asian city, you are in for Culture Shock!! Its hot, humid, and traffic everywhere!
Bangkok was originally a small trading post at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River during the Ayutthaya Kingdon and came to the forefront of Thailand when it was given the status as the capital city in 1768 after the burning of Ayutthaya, the former kingdom seat and capital of the Ayuthaya province.
Bangkok is the world's 22nd largest city by population with over 8 million residents, although with so many illegals most educated guesses have it as at about 15 million!!!
Its easy to get around the city, taxi's and Tuk Tuk's are everywhere, but there are also buses which are incredibly cheap and frequent, and besides you get to mix with real Thai people, not just the ones geared up for tourists! The Bangkok Sky Train is also a good option.
Monday 9 March 2009
Weather
Hot and sticky sums it up!!!
Average Bangkok weather:
Month - Avg Min - Avg Max - Humidity - Avg Wet Days
Mar - 24 - 34 - High - 3
Apr - 25 - 35 - Extreme - 3
May - 25 - 34 - Extreme - 9
Jun - 24 - 33 - Extreme - 10
Jul - 24 - 32 - High - 13
Aug - 24 - 32 - High - 13
Sep - 24 - 32 - High - 15
Oct - 24 - 31 - High - 14
Nov - 22 - 31 - High - 5
Dec - 20 - 31 - High - 1
Average Chiang Mai Weather:
Month - Avg Min - Avg Max - Humidity - Avg Wet Days
Jan - 13 - 29 - Medium - 0.5
Feb - 14 - 32 - Medium - 1
Mar - 17 - 34 - High - 2
Apr - 22 - 36 - High - 5
May - 23 - 34 - Extreme - 12
Jun - 23 - 32 - High - 15
Jul - 23 - 31 - High - 21
Aug - 23 - 31 - High - 20
Sep - 23 - 31 - High - 17
Oct - 21 - 31 - High - 8
Nov - 19 - 30 - High - 4
Dec - 15 - 28 - Medium - 2
So now you know why i like Chiang Mai!!!!
Average Bangkok weather:
Month - Avg Min - Avg Max - Humidity - Avg Wet Days
Jan - 20 - 32 - High - 1
Feb - 22 - 33 - High - 1Mar - 24 - 34 - High - 3
Apr - 25 - 35 - Extreme - 3
May - 25 - 34 - Extreme - 9
Jun - 24 - 33 - Extreme - 10
Jul - 24 - 32 - High - 13
Aug - 24 - 32 - High - 13
Sep - 24 - 32 - High - 15
Oct - 24 - 31 - High - 14
Nov - 22 - 31 - High - 5
Dec - 20 - 31 - High - 1
Average Chiang Mai Weather:
Month - Avg Min - Avg Max - Humidity - Avg Wet Days
Jan - 13 - 29 - Medium - 0.5
Feb - 14 - 32 - Medium - 1
Mar - 17 - 34 - High - 2
Apr - 22 - 36 - High - 5
May - 23 - 34 - Extreme - 12
Jun - 23 - 32 - High - 15
Jul - 23 - 31 - High - 21
Aug - 23 - 31 - High - 20
Sep - 23 - 31 - High - 17
Oct - 21 - 31 - High - 8
Nov - 19 - 30 - High - 4
Dec - 15 - 28 - Medium - 2
So now you know why i like Chiang Mai!!!!
Sunday 8 March 2009
Touchdown
Ok, so more than likely your first experience of Thailand will be Suvarnabhumi airport Bangkok. I've always found the airport clean an pretty well run. Having waited at the airport through the early hours i can confirm you can get food and drink 24 hours!!
If you walk out of the airport and its the day time, this may sound obvious, you'll be hit by the humidity!!
If your staying in Bangkok itself, its easy enough to get a taxi, i would vouch for the official taxi companies, or if your on your own it is cheaper to get a bus. The airport bus goes on several different routes through the city. Its also easy to get to Pattaya, trust me people will be offering to take you everywhere!
Accomodation wise Bangkok has it all from cheap guesthouses to 5 star hotels. If your backpacking, go for the famous Khao San Road area. I always find it to be a good place to stay a couple of days before i head off elsewhere in Thailand.
The Sukhumvit Road area is also a good place to stay, with lots of shopping, restaurants and bars right on your doorstep.
If you walk out of the airport and its the day time, this may sound obvious, you'll be hit by the humidity!!
If your staying in Bangkok itself, its easy enough to get a taxi, i would vouch for the official taxi companies, or if your on your own it is cheaper to get a bus. The airport bus goes on several different routes through the city. Its also easy to get to Pattaya, trust me people will be offering to take you everywhere!
Accomodation wise Bangkok has it all from cheap guesthouses to 5 star hotels. If your backpacking, go for the famous Khao San Road area. I always find it to be a good place to stay a couple of days before i head off elsewhere in Thailand.
The Sukhumvit Road area is also a good place to stay, with lots of shopping, restaurants and bars right on your doorstep.
Hello!
Hello........or Sawasdee Kap!!
My name is Tim, i am currently living in the UK, but i love all things Thai. I have been to the land of smiles many times, and would like to share my experiences with you all.
For me Thailand has it all, from the beautiful beaches and islands of the south, the craziness that is Bangkok, to my personal favourite - Chiang Mai in the north.
I want to give you all an insight into this fantastic place, although i will be concentrating on Chiang Mai Province.
I'm aiming to cover as much as possible - Places to go, attractions, weather, food, and hints and tips for surviving your first or next trip to Thailand.
Look forward to hearing from you........
My name is Tim, i am currently living in the UK, but i love all things Thai. I have been to the land of smiles many times, and would like to share my experiences with you all.
For me Thailand has it all, from the beautiful beaches and islands of the south, the craziness that is Bangkok, to my personal favourite - Chiang Mai in the north.
I want to give you all an insight into this fantastic place, although i will be concentrating on Chiang Mai Province.
I'm aiming to cover as much as possible - Places to go, attractions, weather, food, and hints and tips for surviving your first or next trip to Thailand.
Look forward to hearing from you........
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