Bustling Bangkok Holidays
Thailands bustling capital city is certainly a city of immense contrasts. Here you will find ancient buildings sitting next to huge modern skyscrapers. Canals wind their way around the city, not far from busy 12 lane motorways. Street food vendors sell their wares on the street, close to top class rooftop restaurants. Luxury hotels are scattered across the city, surrounded by old village homes. And stunningly beautiful temples can be found close to strips of neon lit bars and nightlife.
Bangkok is a wonderful mix of both calm and chaos. Visitors to the city can immerse themselves in Thai culture, enjoying exquisite temples and visiting world famous attractions. Sample some of the best cuisine in the world, visit the floating markets and enjoy local street food or choose one of the many high end restaurants and give your taste buds a real treat.
Getting around the city is made easy using the Bangkok sky train and the underground which connect of the major visitor spots including shopping and entertainment areas . Many of the cities streets can become grid locked at any time of the day or evening which can cut into your stay. Tuk Tuk rides in the city can be exhilarating and great fun, but beware of over charging or being take to particular shops. Agree a price and a destination with your driver.
Markets are huge in Bangkok with day and night markets on a scale you may never have seen before. Visit the Chatuchak Market which welcomes more than 200,000 visitors each Saturday and Sunday. Not only is this market one of the biggest in the world it is also a hub for local life; a great spot for people watching. A more relaxed shopping experience can be found at Asiatique The Riverfront, which can be reached by free shuttle boat from many points along the Chao Phraya River.
The nightlife in Bangkok is spectacular with a huge choice of things to do. The Khao Saan Road area is particularly well known for its lively atmosphere, bars, shops and budget priced accommodations and is unsurprisingly popular with back packers. Enjoying the roof top bars of the city is a great way to spend the evening; why not hop from bar to bar! Alternatively go and see an extreme Muay Thai match; this national sport will definitely set your heart racing. Accompanied by traditional Thai music, its fast paced and exciting.
Some of the very best hotel brands in the world are represented in Bangkok with some stunning choices of places to stay. Many of the upmarket hotels have beautiful rooftop pools which are perfect to relax in after a hectic day sightseeing. Enjoy luxurious accommodation with 5 star touches or choose a more budget friendly hotel. Location wise you could stay in a hotel in the city centre or one close to the river banks, many of which who offer complimentary shuttle boats to help you get out and about.
How to spend your holiday in Bangkok
- Book a personal guide for the day and see the city at the pace and in the way you want to. Meet up at your hotel in the morning and plan the day ahead or tell your guide in advance what you would like to achieve on your day and let them create a personal plan for you.
- Time your visit right and you might just get involved in the worlds biggest water fight. During April the Songkran festival takes place; this marks Thai New Year and is a huge event in the Buddhist calendar. Its an exhuberant affair; many Thai people will head home to spend time with their families there whilst others will head out into the streets to enjoy the water throwing. Prepare to get wet! Songkran takes place from 13th to 15th April each year.
- See the Emerald Buddha at Wat Phra Kaew the most famous temple in Thailand situated in the grounds of Bangkoks Grand Palace. The buddha itself is handcrafted from a single piece of jade with the temple around it being intricately and elaborately dressed.
- Experienced a romantic dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River on a luxury and enjoy an unrivalled view of the cities spectacular skyline. Pass under bridges, and sail past beautiful temples whilst tucking in to some fabulous Thai food whilst listening to the sounds of a live band.
- Head out of the city and take a trip to Kanchanaburi to visit Erawan National Park and the Bridge over the River Kwai. Learn about the history of the death railway and how World War 2 played out in Thailand. Enjoy the beauty of the seven tier waterfalls in Erawan Park.
Ready to start planning your holiday to Thailand? Get in touch now …
We know how important it is that your escape to the Thailand is perfect, and we are here to help. Bangkok is a big and bustling city and a stay here is best teamed with another destination in Thailand or perhaps on your way to another country. We will need to ask you some questions to find out what is important to you on your holiday. Finding out how you like to spend your holiday helps us match you to the holiday of your dreams.
We can talk to you about all of these questions and more and of course help you with your choice. As previous visitors to Thailand we can share our first-hand experiences of holidaying here and help you plan the holiday of dreams.
Twin Centre Escape
Many people who choose Thailand for their holidays will stay in a number of different places over their time in the country. Internal flights are fantastic and amazingly priced making it easy to get around and see several places within this beautiful place. Why not add in a short stay in calm and peaceful Chaing Mai in the north of the country, or head to the paradise islands of the south choosing relaxing beach time in Krabi or Koh Samui. Alternatively head up the coast to nearby Hua Hin which is a beautiful beach resort that has retained many or its original charms.
You could also consider teaming up a stay in Bankok with time in Vietnam or Malaysia. Or use this a stop off en route to Australia or New Zealand. All of these destinations and more can be teamed up by our travel experts who will build a bespoke holiday for you to make the most out of your time away
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