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Bangkok Trip post Covid-19

Bangkok post Covid-19 2023

A short 4D3N shopping and eating trip to our favourite city - Bangkok, trip post-Covid-19. As the trip was essentially a "mommy and girls' shopping trip, my personal plan was to do a solo exploration of some famed eateries around Bangkok. But the summer oppressive heat and humidity (33°C but feels like 44°C) melted my plan, resulting in much-reduced activities. Likewise, our accommodation in the heart of Pratunam meant that most of our Grab bookings were canceled...

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The Most Photogenic Night Market In Bangkok

Most Photogenic Night Market Bangkok Rod Fai Train Market Ratchada

Welcome to my article on The Most Photogenic Night Market In Bangkok. The Rod Fai Market in the Ratchada area of Bangkok is an amazing venue for avid photographers. This article is intended for shutterbugs looking to shoot the top view of the night market, which is making the rounds on the internet. The following photography and travel tips will be helpful for all who may be thinking of capturing that angle, visiting the place, or both.

Photographing Bangkok New Rod Fai Night Market at...

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5 reasons why you will love 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok

Hotel Reviews 137 Pillars Suites New Hotel Bangkok Singapore Travel Blogger Jensen Chua

International tourist arrivals in Thailand reached a record high in 2016 and is projected to continue doing well in 2017 with more than 30 million foreigners arrivals annually. Tourism accounts for about 10 percent of Thailand's GDP and is one of the few bright spots for an economy that under performed peers in Southeast Asia. So it not surprising to see many new hotels being built. But amid the wide offering, the recently opened (February 2017) 137 Pillars Suites and Residences is...

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Avani Riverside – Gorgeous hotel by the Chao Phraya River

Singapore Travel Blogger Photographer Hotel Reviews Avani Riverside Bangkok

The Avani Riverside Bangkok is owned by the Minor Hotels Group that owns and manages, among diverse businesses, the famous Anantara chain of hotels. The Avani Riverside is a departure from the “conservative slick” set up of the Anantara resort and having opened in April 2016, is equipped with the latest technologies and of course, you can expect similar top-notch service.

Overlooking the Chao Phraya River, this upmarket hotel is just about 8 km from both the Wat Arun temple and the...

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10 Must-Try Bangkok Food Spots via BTS

Ten must-try Bangkok local food easily accessible via Bangkok Train System Jensen Chua Photography

Welcome to my article - "10 Must-Try Bangkok Food Spots via BTS". Bangkok is popular for many things, especially for its food and shopping. Local food in this vibrant city provides convenient, delicious, and pocket-friendly meals while being one of the best ways to connect with the local culture. But it can be bewildering especially for new or infrequent visitors, when they chose to "go local" without a guide. That’s why I put together this guide to 10 great eating spots easily accessible...

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Bangkok Update December 2016

Travel Blog Planning Short Trip ? Tips Reviews Bangkok Holiday Update December 2016

Bangkok Update December 2016 - 3 months after King Bhumibol Adulyadej passing.

The Land of Smiles occupies a special place in many people's heart. To many Asians, it's the quintessential food, massage, shopping and adventure capital of Asia. Vibrant, exotic, chaotic and fun, it's a city that never quite sleeps. This trip in mid-Dec 2016 was organised by Jetabout Holidays to gain first hand experience if Bangkok has lost any of its fun quotient following the unfortunate demise of the...

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