Bangkok Things to Do : Tours, Top Attractions & Local Recommendations

April 19, 2012

Festival Calendar in Bangkok

Thailand’s capital city is teeming with cultural activities and interesting events. Even if you show up in Bangkok and strike out on your own in pretty much any direction, you’re likely to happen upon something that will entertain you. However, the experienced traveler knows that preparation is your watchword. The following annual events should help you select the ideal time to plan your visit.

March 14, 2012

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Top 3 Kid-Friendly Attractions in Bangkok

Backpackers and excitement seekers aren’t the only people who travel to Bangkok. Indeed, a considerable percentage of tourists who come to Thailand’s capital city are blessed with children. The good news for them is that Bangkok is teeming with family friendly destinations. The following are three of the best.

February 16, 2012

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Lounging in Lumphini Park

Lumphini Park, Bangkok, Thailand. Photo courtesy of bvick via Flickr.

For a city with such a staggering population (more than 8 million people as of 2010), Bangkok, Thailand has surprisingly few public parks. Situated in the center of the city, Lumphini Park is one of the best and the biggest.

February 3, 2012

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Up the River Without a Paddle at the Bangkok Floating Markets

I was at the floating markets the other day, and saw two couples pay 5,000B between them for a one hour boat ride around the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. I was saddened.

January 19, 2012

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Bangkok by Boat

With its system of Canals, Bangkok has been known as the Venice of the East.

Cruising the Chao Phraya River is one of the most entertaining and diverting touristic activities on order amid the hustle and bustle of modern day Bangkok.

January 3, 2012

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Chinese New Year in Bangkok

The 2012 New Year’s celebration is over. But for 1.4 billion Chinese in China, they are just starting the process of preparing for the Chinese New Year on January 23, 2012. Knowing how the Chinese celebrate New Year, you can bet that it’s going to be awesome.