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Inside Background
Architecture 
Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is a bustling city mixing both modern and...
Last edited: 14 December 2008
Culture 
Bangkok’s identity is a heated blend of modernity, tradition, spirituality...
Last edited: 19 June 2006
Health & Safety 
Like in any large city visitors must be aware of their surroundings. But...
Last edited: 30 October 2009
History 
Looking at the Bangkok of today, it is difficult to imagine that only 400 years...
Last edited: 31 October 2008
Neighborhoods 
As soon as a traveler exits the plane in Bangkok and zooms down Bangkok’s...
Last edited: 19 May 2009
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: 20 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Here are a few links to a variety of tourist information about the fascinating...
Last edited: 11 September 2007
Weather & When to Go 
A great time to visit Bangkok is during the Christmas time until in the middle...
Last edited: 03 December 2008
Angel Yoga 
Even a vacation can be stressful.  If you are looking for a cozy place to...
Last edited: 10 July 2009
Beware of Touts, Tuk-Tuk's & Gems Scams! 
Try to flag down a moving taxi, not one waiting by the hotel or tourist site...
Last edited: 15 August 2009
BTS Skytrain & Getting around 
The BTS skytrain began operations on December 5, 1999 and has two lines...
Last edited: 22 August 2009
How much? - Budget tips and Khaosan Road 
So when travelling somewhere new, how much should food cost, what if the lowest...
Last edited: 17 August 2009
Introduction 
Bangkok is an exciting and vibrant city. As the capital of Thailand, it offers...
Last edited: 03 September 2007
Photo Gallery 
Here is a link to photographs of some Bangkok tourist icons. Bangkok Thailand...
Last edited: 24 March 2009
Weather & When To Go 
The most important thing to know about the weather in Bangkok is that it is hot...
Last edited: 14 September 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Arriving If you plan to take a metered taxi, ask for small notes when you...
Last edited: 22 November 2009
Getting Around 
Skytrain (BTS)   The Sky Train is an efficient and convenient way to navigate...
Last edited: 14 November 2009
Public Transportation 
Skytrain (BTS) The Sky Train is an efficient and convenient way to navigate...
Last edited: 20 August 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis - Airport Getting a cheap, legit taxi at the airport is not difficult...
Last edited: 17 November 2009
Bus - Hua Lamphong/Suvarnabhumi 
From Hua Lamphong Train Station, take non air con Bus 29 to Victory Monument...
Last edited: 17 September 2009
Luggage Security Advice 
Airline employees offer the following pieces of advice regarding loss/theft...
Last edited: 14 August 2009
Using the Chao Phaya River Express Boats 
Chao Phrya River Express Boat In a huge city teeming with traffic like Bangkok...
Last edited: 18 November 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
The Samutprakarn Crocodile Farm and Zoo is well worth a visit! Situated in...
Last edited: 16 August 2009
Events & Festivals 
Songran takes places every year between 13-15 April. Songkran is a celebration...
Last edited: 11 September 2009
First-time Visitors 
Bangkok Tips   Main Attractions: The Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaeo (be there...
Last edited: 16 August 2009
Museums & Attractions 
This website lists a few of the City of  Bangkok Attraction.   Baiyoke Tower...
Last edited: 31 October 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
Wat Pho is one of the largest Wats in Bangkok, and is quite famous for its...
Last edited: 31 October 2008
The Performing Arts 
The Calypso Caberet held in Asia Hotel is well worth a visit. It is one of the...
Last edited: 28 September 2007
Shopping 
CentralWorld - The largest mixed-use complex in the heart of Bangkok. The...
Last edited: 16 August 2009
Sports & Activities 
Thai kickboxing is internationally famous and there is a reason.  Not only are...
Last edited: 31 October 2008
Bangkok Bike Tour - Ayutthaya 
The Ayutthaya tour which is a whole day, initally visits a selections of...
Last edited: 05 January 2009
Crown Tailors 
There are over half a million tailors in Bangkok, some great, some not so...
Last edited: 12 November 2009
Eco Friendly - Bicycle Tours 
There are many companies offering a more eco-friendly way to explore the...
Last edited: 21 December 2009
Leela Thai Herbal Spa 
Leela Thai Herbal Spa  Leela Thai Herbal Spa offers variety services such as...
Last edited: 23 April 2009
Tailored Clothes 
Acquiring tailor made clothes is one of the joys of visiting Bangkok. This...
Last edited: 15 November 2009
Thai Home Cooking with Angsana 
Thai Home Cooking with Angsana (http://www.thaih... is private one on one...
Last edited: 18 October 2009
What To SEE? 
This is a brief list of the main sights a first time visitor may want to see...
Last edited: 09 December 2009
Baiyoke Sky Tower 
Opened in 1998 the Baiyoke Tower is Thailand's tallest building - 309 metres...
Last edited: 31 October 2008
Blue Elephant Cooking School 
I took classes at Blue Elephant in April 2008 and it was a really fun way to...
Last edited: 24 November 2009
Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre 
Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre...highly recommended. Just stayed...
Last edited: 11 November 2009
Chatuchak Market 
If you have to go to Bangkok, Thailand, and if you are bargain hunter do not...
Last edited: 02 December 2008
Dasa Book Cafe 
Very comprehensive bookshop-[here, had been written the Latin word for 'with...
Last edited: 27 July 2009
Pairin Spa 
Pairin is a great place to get a good, cheap, no frills, traditional Thai...
Last edited: 06 November 2008
Sanam Luang 
Sanam Lung is about the size of 2 football fields of open space right across of...
Last edited: 11 July 2008
Segway Tour Thailand 
The City of Bangkok is full of many remarkable places for visitors to observe...
Last edited: 27 June 2009
Siam Paragon 
www.paragoncinepl... Despite it's crowdiness, Siam Paragon is the best. Siam...
Last edited: 16 March 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Good food is easy to come by in Bangkok. There are noodles stands almost...
Last edited: 18 June 2008
Cheap Eats 
Cheap Eats! There is nothing better than food stalls along Bangkok's streets...
Last edited: 24 November 2009
Special Occasion Dining 
Bangkok, a city with plenty of luxurious restaurants and great tastes for...
Last edited: 01 July 2008
All Time Favorite 
Noble House Chinese restaurant at Raffles Nai Lert is a longtime favorite for...
Last edited: 16 January 2009
Dining Out - with a View 
Vertigo - at the top of Thai Wah Tower - Banyan Tree Hotel has a cool...
Last edited: 15 October 2009
Loy Nava Dinner Cruises Bangkok 
Loy Nava Rice Barge Meandering along the Chao Phraya River on board the...
Last edited: 23 November 2009
Food Loft 
Food Loft has now got 4 branches and the first and most famous is on the...
Last edited: 22 September 2009
La Grande Perle 
La Grande Perle has a warm and relaxed atmosphere, ideal for all occasions...
Last edited: 12 September 2009
Pizzeria Limoncello 
Opened in 2007, this is an unpretenious, lively Italian restaurant (located...
Last edited: 26 September 2009
Roadhouse Barbecue 
Great traditional american style barbecue, serving U.S. Prime Strip Loin...
Last edited: 26 September 2009
Zense 
The latest concept restaurant and bar by ZEN, Asia’s Trendy Lifestyle...
Last edited: 26 September 2009
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Inside Thailand: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The official currency of Thailand is the Thai BAHT (pronounced - bart).  One...
Last edited: 13 December 2009
Crossing the Border 
Visitors to Thailand now fly into the new Bangkok airport, named Suvarnabhumi...
Last edited: 28 July 2009
Emergencies 
Useful numbers  for foreigners who traveling in Chiang Mai. Emergency Call...
Last edited: 15 March 2007
Important Phrases 
The difficulty in trying to learn some Thai from the written English (often...
Last edited: 13 September 2009
Telephones 
Getting international tel... calls costs much in Thailand. At the arrival...
Last edited: 27 May 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping:   Basics: There is no mandatory tipping policy in Thailand. However...
Last edited: 27 November 2009
Adventure Travel in Thailand 
Addictive is how most visitors describe Thailand…you just can’t help but go...
Last edited: 15 July 2009
Be aware - Thai hotels 
In response to some reviews here on Trip Advisor about Thai locations this...
Last edited: 16 August 2009
Checklist before your Thai travel 
Here are 20 things to think about when visiting Thailand …   Bring a cell phone...
Last edited: 17 August 2009
Do's and Don'ts 
What do Thais see when they see you, the foreign tourist? Knowing this will...
Last edited: 18 December 2009
Finding a Tour Guide 
Here is a list of tour guides that visitors to Thailand have regularly...
Last edited: 02 January 2010
From Bangkok Airport to Hotel 
Public taxis are the most popular way to get into town. Ignore all touts in the...
Last edited: 09 December 2009
General Advice on Personal Safety 
Overall, Thailand is a safe nation in which to travel.  Physical attacks and...
Last edited: 17 December 2009
Halal Food Options 
Thailand is popular with visitors from nearby Muslim countries such as...
Last edited: 16 September 2009
Reclaiming VAT 
These are the basic rules and procedures: * How do you claim a VAT refund and...
Last edited: 24 October 2009
Shopping in Bangkok 
You've heard about Bangkok's unique shopping culture and now you too want a...
Last edited: 19 September 2008
Taxis In Bangkok 
Going by taxi in Bangkok can be a cheap or expensive experience. It can depend...
Last edited: 29 November 2009
Vacation Rentals 
Renting a house instead of a hotel in Thailand is an exciting option...
Last edited: 25 November 2009
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