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Bangkok's endless maze of streets is part of its fascination and its complexity—getting around a labyrinth is never easy. Although the S curve of the Chao Phraya River can throw you off base, it's actually a good landmark. Most of the popular sights are close to the river, and you can use it to get swiftly from one place to another. Also look at the Skytrain and subway to help you navigate and get around quickly.
Bangkok Hotels
Bangkok offers a staggering range of lodging choices, and even some of the best rooms are affordable to travelers on a budget. The city has nearly 500 hotels...read more
Bangkok Restaurants
Thais are passionate about food and love discovering out-of-the-way shops that prepare unexpectedly tasty dishes. Nowhere is this more true—or feasible—than...read more
Things To Do in Bangkok
The Old City is a major destination for travelers...read more
Travel Deals in Bangkok
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- Indochina Experience IExplore
- Exotic Cities from Dallas (R/T incl. Tax) — $940 Emirates
- Thailand & Cambodia Experience — $4,089 IExplore
Bangkok Experiences
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Bangkok used to be known as "Venice of the East," but many of the klongs (canals) that once distinguished this area have been paved over. Traveling... Read more
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Shadow puppets—carved animal hide stretched between poles—showed up in Thailand during the mid-13th century. Historians believe the... Read more
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Marionettes, born from a blend of shadow puppets and khon, a traditional form of Thai dance, entered the scene at the beginning of the... Read more
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Chiang Mai is a hotspot for contemporary puppet troupes. Hobby Hut (www.cmaipuppet.com) and Wandering Moon (www.wanderingmoontheatre.com) are... Read more
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The Canals: They don't call it "Venice of the East" for nothing. Sure, boat tours are touristy, but the sights, from Khmer wats to bizarre riverside... Read more
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Even if you've honed your bargaining skills in other countries, you might still come up empty-handed in Thailand. The aggressive techniques that... Read more
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Best of the Best
If you're visiting Thailand for the first time, it could easily overwhelm you: it is has a diverse ecological... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
If you only eat at upscale restaurants geared to foreigners, you'll miss out on the chili, fish sauce... Read more
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