Thailand has become a backpacking hotspot for very good reason, boasting some of the world’s best beaches, most unique markets and wildest parties! Unfortunately, as tourists flock to the beautiful country, so too do the people running scams trying to take advantage of them. Thailand scams vary in complexity and severity and can really ruin…
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How to spend one day in Bangkok – the Backpackers Mecca
The city that never sleeps. The lost city. An epicentre of culture. No, I’m not talking about New York, Sichuan, or Venice. I’m talking about the city of endless possibilities: Bangkok. Its continuous vibrant movement of life weaves its way between its streets, in its art and, of course, through its food. Built upon the…
10 Bangkok Street Food Dishes you need to try
Don’t let yourself get stuck in a Pad Thai rut when you visit Bangkok. It may be the city’s classic street food dish, but Thailand’s capital is a street food mecca and it’s also great value for the money. Here are ten of the best street food dishes you shouldn’t leave Bangkok without trying. 1….
The Ultimate Guide to Island Hopping in Thailand
Here in the UK winter seems to have dragged on forever. You think it’s almost over, spring is on the way, the sun is just starting to – Bam, snow. For me, two weeks in Thailand could not come fast enough. Back in 2015 my partner and I spent 4 months travelling around South East Asia,…
Hostel round up: the 14 best hostels in Bangkok
Bangkok: it’s (in)famous for wild partying, beautiful temples and fantastic food. But it’s also one HUGE city, so working out which of its many amazing hostels you should stay at can be pretty daunting (first world problems, eh?). That’s why we’ve rounded up the best of the best in Bangkok – whether you want to…
Feel On Top Of The World At The 15 Best Rooftop Bars In Bangkok
Bangkok’s rooftop bars are another level – usually level 10 or above in fact! There are enough rooftop bars in Bangkok to quench the thirst of every kind of traveller. We feel confident saying that no other city can boast as many sky-high boozers. The best thing about rooftop bars in Bangkok is there’s one…
11 ridiculously cool things to do in Thailand
There’s a reason that Thailand is so popular with backpackers. In fact, there are many! As well as white sand beaches, clear blue oceans and stunning hostels, the country offers off-the-beaten-track budget travel experiences and an epic party scene. Thailand is a rite of passage for most travellers, and usually the first port of call…
10 Bangkok Markets You Must Visit
Whether you want to sing along to live music at a night market, cruise through the canals of a floating market, taste amazing cheap Thai dishes at a street food market, or watch a train pass right through the centre of the mind-boggling railway market, you’ll find what you’re looking for in one of the…
A guide to Bangkok: the beautiful, the bonkers & beyond
Touch down in Bangkok and prepare to be greeted by a sweet ‘n sour megalopolis of river boats, dubious spas, markets, traffic, street food, and new smells. However, amongst the chaos you’ll discover a word-class food scene, unbelievable hostels and pockets of peace in the glittering chedis (shrines), and hidden parks. There’s a sense of…
15 cheap restaurants that prove Bangkok is a foodie paradise
Bangkok is one of the greatest cities in the world for cash-strapped food lovers. From the city’s best Pad Thai to an entire food court dedicated to veggie Thai food, read on for our pick of the best 15 budget restaurants and food stands and know where to eat in Bangkok! 1. Khao Neow Dam Sangkaya You’ll find…
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