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City Guide Bangkok, Thailand

Visiting Bangkok

Bangkok is a fascinating destination offering a unique blend of east and west where, despite a modern appearance, ancient traditions are very much alive in every day life.

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Live from the Khao San Road

Join Colm as he walks down Bangkok's Khao San Road, the world's most famous road with backpackers. Armed with nothing but his dictaphone, he speaks to travellers from all over the world about where they've been, what they miss most about home, drinking 'buckets' and eating bugs!

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Live from the Khao San Road

Our editor Colm took to the streets of Bangkok's famous Khao San Road. Here's who he met...

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Bangkok City Reviews

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    Tobuyorsell049174

    It's Bangkok bitches...

    I have been to almost every major city in America, Europe and a few outside of the two, and without a doubt, Bangkok is my favorite. I had my "crazy night in Bangkok" and it far surpassed any other wild night I've had in other major cities. The jutuchak market is the type of Asian market you would expect to find in an Asian city. One that doesn't sell the same touristy crap every market sells. I almost bought a Komodo dragon for 30 US dollars. I could go on, but I don't have room!!

    Insider Tip:Google all the scams that are run in Bangkok. I was aware of them and still got caught up in the tuk tuk scam. It ended up being not that bad really, but we did get side tracked from our plans. The guys running the scams are good, be better.

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    invisibletotoro4623

    It's a different world

    As soon as you get into Thailand, you see pictures of the King everywhere on the walls, the streets, in front of buildings. And the city itself is filled with people and food stands, markets, tuk-tuks. It's a great place to experience at least once and get people coming up to you about "ping pong shows", which can be a bit shocking at first. Many people around this city speaking or understand a little bit of English though so it's not hard to get around and taxis are relatively cheap.

    Insider Tip:Night markets are definitely places to check out if you haven't seen them yet. If you want to buy something, never name a price. Just point and walk away until they name a final price or give up. Once you name a price, it'll will never go lower. Most meals here should cost you between 40-80 baht. Anything over 100 is overpriced so stay away from them. Lastly, if you are getting a taxi somewhere with a fair distance, make sure to ask them to turn on the meter. If they refuse, it's better to find another.

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    jameswhite7771870

    Another dirty, dodgy city.

    Very expensive. The city is manic, busy and there are so many people trying to rip you off or steal your money. Not worth the hassle, definitely not worth the money.

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    dasiew

    Bangkok was fun but a bit danger.

    People in Bangkok are friendly but just stay away from the travel's agent.Other than that, nothing else to worry about.Spend some money and have fun !!!

    Insider Tip:don't go for any agent in airport .Say No to any travel company in Bangkok.

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    janieluaroberts1988

    Bangkok is Good Fun

    Bangkok has a great vibe to it. Khaosan Road is a really great place to do some cheap shopping and eat delicious pad Thai. The MBK mall is also a must. We literally spent a day there shopping, going to the VIP theater, massages and eating all sorts of different kinds of food. We were there'd for the major floods so we weren't able to go see any of the temples or markets, but I have heard great things.

    Insider Tip:Don't be afraid to eat food from the street kitchens. It is cheap and so delicious. Also y can use the tap water to brush your teeth, but don't drink it.

Thailand: Itinerary

Thailand has been a backpacker’s haven for years and years. The hustle and bustle and unique energy of Bangkok is legendary with travellers the world over. And when the fast pace of the Thai capital becomes too much for you it has some of the most beautiful islands in the world.

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Bangkok Tours

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