Forget sitting in Bangkok’s notorious traffic – Bangkok by boat offers a faster, cooler, and more interesting way to explore. A 20-baht boat ride can save you an hour of travel time while treating you to river breezes and views of glittering temples. Plus, you’ll discover parts of Bangkok most visitors never see: morning alms-giving … Read more
Song Wat Road may be one of the oldest streets in Bangkok, but despite visiting the city for more than 15 years, it took a guidebook spotted in a Central Embassy bookstore to finally lead me there. Running parallel to Yaowarat Road and the Chao Phraya River, this historic street managed to find its way … Read more
I recently stayed at the Riva Arun Hotel , a lovely 25-room boutique property by the Chao Phraya River. It had been 10 years since I had booked a river side hotel and I quickly wondered why I had stayed away so long. I don’t think there is a better view to begin or end … Read more
Bangkok might be best known for its busy streets, giant shopping malls and neon nightlife. However it also has a lot to offer in the way of family adventure. The city offers a plenty of fun stuff for kids of all ages, from interactive museums to fun waterparks and exciting boat rides, you just need … Read more
Bangkok’s Saen Saep Canal doesn’t adorn postcards, its weather-worn, graffiti-covered walls and sometimes pungent aroma are precisely why it’s unlikely to appear on many travel brochures. And that’s exactly why you should consider exploring it. I think a couple of hours riding the length of the canal and jumping off and on again when you see … Read more