Bangkok Travel Articles

 
The Bangkok Gem Shock – Bangkok, Thailand
Dave Holcroft relives his gem scam experience in the hope that no other backpacker makes the same mistake, plus it is an interesting tale.
Asian Opposites: Japan to Cambodia – Japan, Thailand and Cambodia
Dean Moriarty heads to Cambodia and arrives at what looks like an Asian version of Las Vegas.
Get your Kicks in Bangkok – Bangkok, Thailand
Get your Kicks in Bangkok – Bangkok, Thailand home_july28_bangkok.jpgMuay Thai, or
Sukulent Sukhumvit – Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok, Thailand
Andrew Mason suggests the best dining in Sukhumvit.
Indonesia Stops Counting in a Happy New Year – Bangkok, Thailand
Lets struggles to find happiness after starting her new year in a region facing hundreds of thousands of tsunami deaths.
Getting Acquainted – Bangkok, Thailand
Getting Acquainted – Bangkok, Thailand Getting Acquainted Bangkok, Thailand Getting to know all that Bangkok has to offer would take months, but if you’ve got limited time, think about stopping by these popular attractions: Craving architecture and history? Bangkok boasts an amazing array of wats, or temples. Look at the airport or at travel offices for maps, since they often [...]
Getting Away – Bangkok, Thailand
Getting Away Bangkok, Thailand Bangkok is the starting place for many trips, and there are just as many travel agencies throughout the city that want to help you. If you’d rather have the security of knowing how you’ll get there and where you’ll stay, try a package deal. If you want to save money, book [...]
Getting a (Night)life – Bangkok, Thailand
Getting a (Night)life – Bangkok, Thailand Getting a (Night)life Bangkok, Thailand Khao San Road at nightphoto by Justin Holt Nightlife across Bangkok has something for everyone, whether you want to sip a few Singha beers at a pub on Khao San Road, dance at a trendy club along Sukhumvit Road or see something seedy in Patpong. I didn’t get out much [...]
Getting Around – Bangkok, Thailand
Getting Around – Bangkok, Thailand Getting Around Bangkok, Thailand Bangkok can seem like a maze, but getting to know the public transportation options (and carrying a good map) will help you reach any destination. Also, take note: Vehicles in Thailand drive on the left side of the road. Self-Portrait in a Tuk-Tuk Tuk-tuks: This is one of the cheapest ways [...]
Getting a Meal – Bangkok, Thailand
Getting a Meal Bangkok, Thailand Thai cuisine in Bangkok offers more choices than the usual pad thai or spring rolls, although those staples are found everywhere. The Thais like their food super spicy, so if you can’t handle the heat, learn to ask for less. “Mai chawp phet” (sounds like “my chop pet”) means “I [...]