How to Enjoy a Trip to Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok is a historical city in the country of Thailand. Also known as the Venice of the east, Bangkok is an exotic feast for the eyes and has a lot to offer the casual visitor. This article will give you some tips on how to enjoy a trip to Bangkok.
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Enjoying a Trip to Bangkok, Thailand
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Enjoy the Suvarnabhumi (pronounced Sue-wonna-poom) Airport upon landing. This airport, the largest in the world, is a tourist destination in and of itself. At the airport, you can enjoy a foot massage, a good meal and great shopping before even heading into the bustling city of Bangkok.
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Visit the restaurant called Cabbages and Condoms. The man who started this restaurant is devoted to helping sex workers develop skills and trades and helping to lower the rate of disease transmission. On top of its noble mission, the food at Cabbages and Condoms is delicious and the service is impeccable.
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Enjoy a Thai massage.The best and most reputable place to get a genuine Thai massage is at the temple called Wat Pho. Wat Pho is also a school for people learning Thai massage. As a result, it is one of the most affordable places in the city to get a massage without having to worry about the type of massage you will be getting. If you choose to go elsewhere to get a massage, be sure to ask at a reputable hotel about the best places to get a massage so you don't end up getting an unwelcome surprise.
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Enjoy a day trip to Ko Kret, the "pottery island." There, you can pick up lovely pottery, handmade by the locals, at an affordable price.
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Visit Dusit Park and Zoo. Dusit Park is a lovely respite from the city, on the water. It is a great place to go on a weekday to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy some peace and quiet.
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Tips & Warnings
Use a phrase book to help you get around. Pay particular attention to the tones of the language as Thai is a tonal language and the tone of the word changes its meaning.
Wear comfortable shoes with socks to avoid blisters and sore feet
Drink plenty of water. Bangkok is hot and humid and you don't want to get dehydrated
Put your money in a money belt. While Bangkok is a relatively safe city, you don't want to risk being mugged
