Bangkok Pocket Guide

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.