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  One of the most visited destinations in the world, Bangkok is a haven for travellers with a taste for cultural, historical, and natural attractions. This is also a shopping haven that you’ll come to love if you are a shopping lover. Families have so much to do here. If you visit with your kids, take them to theme parks, museums, and galleries. They might also enjoy the bustle of the street markets. Here’s how you can enjoy a family vacation in Bangkok. Photo by  form  PxHere Getting around  Bangkok is notorious for bad traffic. The roads seem to be congested at all times, but don’t worry, you have many methods of transportation. BTS Skytrain and MRT underground train can take you anywhere in the city, although you should avoid the rush hours. You can also use river taxis; this is an excellent way to experience the local life of Bangkok while enjoying the sights. The most common transport method, however, is by tuk-tuk. The rates are cheap, and they can be found eve...

  If you're seeking activities to do and see in Siam, go no further than our list. This bustling neighbourhood is recognised for more than its plethora of retail possibilities. Take a journey back in time at beautifully kept teak homes, iconic temples, as well as shrines, or get yourself a cultural fix at the city's largest art museum and cultural centre. Image via Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel Wat Prakeaw and the Grand Palace  Bangkok's Grand Palace continues to draw visitors from all over the globe. The amazing architecture and delicate craftsmanship on the exhibit here are simply astounding. The palace first opened its doors in 1782. The Emerald Buddha, on the other hand, is a venerated statue of Lord Buddha carved from an emerald block that is housed in Wat Prakeaw. The statue is from the fifteenth century. This magnificent landmark is much sought after, and many residents and visitors alike come to see it, many for its religious importance and others for its beauty. For ...

 Often regarded as one of the best ways to discover the beauty of the city, boat tours are a must-experience highlight during a Bangkok holiday. Meandering along the River of Kings or the Chao Phraya River, the wide variety of boating excursions on offer may leave tourists overwhelmed as to which is worthy of their time and money. From selecting the right boat trip to making the most of the experience, here's how to plan a successful boating adventure during a getaway in the Thai capital. Image via  rawpixel  1. Secure a Riverside Rest Those who intend to sign up for a boating tour during their trip to Bangkok would benefit from a riverside allocation. Apart from affording easy access to the best boat tours in the city, a location such as  Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel  or any other  hotel in riverside Bangkok  can also allow visitors to embark on multiple tours during a single stay. Those who secure a riverside hotel reservation may also not require ...

  The vibrant city of Bangkok is always an engrossing city to explore as it offers an array of not-to-be-missed attractions that will enthral the visitor. Irrespective of whether you desire to experience sightseeing attractions, cultural highlights, shopping options or delectable food, the Thai capital will not disappoint. Provided below are some suggestions regarding what you should experience during a 3 to 5-day stay in Bangkok. fullfen666 ,  【泰國】行程規畫 (30676598650) ,  CC BY-SA 2.0 Visit Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Pho The Grand Palace would be a good choice with which to commence your tour of Bangkok’s attractions. As its name suggests, the Grand Palace compound is filled with magnificent and ornate buildings that reflect the skill of Thai artisans and is also home to Wat Phra Kaew or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. In proximity to this site, you will find another well-known temple known as Wat Pho which is renowned for its mammoth reclining Buddha statue and is an...

 Bangkok, the vibrant capital of Thailand, is one of Southeast Asia’s most visited cities. A metropolis of delicious chaos, experiences, and entertainment. Bangkok’s traffic-clogged streets are legendary. Travelling around the city is part of the excitement from the BTS Skytrain and tuk-tuks to river taxis. Here is everything you need to know about how to travel around Bangkok City. Fabio Achilli  from Milano, Italy,  BTS Skytrain in Bangkok (7997069605) ,  CC BY 2.0 1. Train Travel in Bangkok  The train network is the fastest mode of travel for exploring ‘New Bangkok’. The network, consisting of two links, covers the area between Sukhumvit, Siam Square, and Silom, which are the three main hubs. Offering a wide network, both the Metro and BTS service is ever-expanding to offer easy links to every part of the city, as a means to avoid the traffic-clogged streets. Do keep in mind that you are not allowed to eat or drink while travelling via BTS or Metro. 2. Travel...

  Tipped to be Asia's most popular tourist hub, Bangkok is not only the capital of Thailand but the epicentre of Asian travel for most tourists. Home to some of the country's finest cultural landmarks, the city where one finds the River of Kings is also a modern metropolis of truly epic proportions. From hopping on the metro to booking budget taxis, here are some guidelines on navigating your way around the Thai capital during a holiday or business trip. Image via pixahive   1. SkyTrain Travel Commonly known as the BTS by Thais, the Bangkok SkyTrain network is one of the most efficient ways to get around the capital. The elevated trains travel across two lines, the Silom Line and the Sukhumvit Line, covering some of the major tourist hotspots in the city. The BTS Sukhumvit Line connects travellers and commuters with areas such as Mo Chit, Siam, Asok and Phaya Thai while the BTS Silom Line is more concentrated around central Bangkok and heads to the National Stadium, Talat...

If you are planning to visit Bangkok on your holiday, you can't miss those amazing boat rides along the Chao Phraya River. Many historical monuments and temples are established within the vicinity and it will not be possible to explore each of them without a wonderful boat ride. In Bangkok, there are many boat trips that you can take and this article explains some of them. Learn about express boats, river taxis, and longtail boats and you will need this information when you are there. Ilya Plekhanov, Bangkok river taxi, CC BY-SA 3.0 Express boat river taxis When you have decided to take an express boat river taxi in Bangkok, you'll sometimes get confused by the flag colours they have used. Based on the colours if the flag that they carry, these express boat river taxis can be categorized into 5 types and they are namely: the local line (no flags), tourist boats (Blue flag line), Orange flag line, Yellow flag line, and Green flag line. There are differences when it comes to the ...

Sukhumvit is a district in Bangkok that is more popular with ex-pats and foreign visitors and Chinatown is very popular for those looking for delicious street food and an almost festive and eclectic atmosphere. Getting to Chinatown from anywhere in Bangkok is quite easy thanks to the many ways that are available including the metro, by boat, taxi and several bus routes. Let's take an in-depth look into how you can get to Chinatown. Using the Metro In Bangkok, the metro system is called BTS for the Skytrain and MRT for the subway. You can get to Chinatown from one of the  4-star hotels in Sukhumvit Bangkok  as well as most of central Bangkok. That could mean, Lumpini Park, the Suvarnabhumi Airport, Siam Square and Silom among others. To get to Chinatown, you will have to get out at Wat Mangkon Station after taking the Blue MRT Line. When you get down here all you need is to walk for about 4 minutes to get to Chinatown. You can't use the BTS line to go straight to Chinatown so i...