Britain has just changed it's travel advice to
"We are now advising travelers to exercise caution if traveling to Bangkok or Chiang Mai. This replaces the previous advice, which advised against all but essential travel to Bangkok and Chiang Mai."
A full advice and up-to-date advice can be found at Foreign and Commonwealth Office website
Good Luck to All Travelers and Have a good time in Thailand
Sunday, May 30, 2010
No more Curfew, Bangkok Shopmania is back
Siam at night (29 May 2010)
The Red-Shirt protesters moved into a shopping district and put much pressure not only on the government but also the entrepreneurs in the area. There was totally no business while the daily expenses were never stop moving.
After the army ended the occupation and the Thai authorities lifted a night curfew in the city, at night time Bangkok turned to be a dull city where everyone rush to go back home before the curfew.
Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said order had now been restored. He also ended curfews in 23 other provinces. Now some countries have relaxed their travel advice towards visiting Thailand. According to BBC news, A UK Foreign Office spokesman advised travellers to exercise caution if travelling to Bangkok or Chiang Mai.
Now the curfew is ended. Bangkok has come back to life. The shopping street is back , even though this time it is a farewell to the burnt Central World Plaza. It is not a surprise that tons of "shopmania" people reside in Bangkok. At night time, the shopping street is filled with people. The street becomes even busier than before. People do their shopping like never before. Eveyone is missing their shopping places and when it's time , they will never miss out the chance to come to Siam Square.
The photo was taken at the night of 29th May 2010. It obviously shows how busy Siam Square area is.
Bangkok is back. Travelers are welcomed to our joyful Bangkok again.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Top 5 Things to do in Bangkok
There are lots and lots of things to do in Bangkok.
Here are only some little guides on 5 things to do in Bangkok.
I am sure you will find more even much more than these 5 things once you experience Bangkok by yourself.
1. Visit Emerald Buddha and Grand Palace
If you come to Thailand for the first time, this is absolutely a MUST.
The Grand palace adjoins Wat Phra Kaew , where houses the famous Emerald Buddha.
Despite the proximity of the two, Wat Phra Kaew is built with splendid Thai architecture while The Grand Palace is a brilliant European-inspired place.
The visitors should wear properly. Female should not wear shorts , sandals and skirts.
2. Traditional Thai Massage
Traditional Thai massage might be a little too harsh for many people who are not used to it. But it worth a try to de-stress your body. Body and Foot massage is quite popular in Bangkok. There are so many massage spa around the town, ranging from low to high end spa.
3. Cinema
Did you know Thailand has been internationally recognized as having some of the best cinemas in the world? The seat and sound system is superb. The regular movie ticket costs around BHT120.- , while promo tickets can come down to only BHT60.- Isn't it interesting?
4. Floating market
The famous Dam Noen Saduak floating market is not too be missed. Although it is not in bangkok, but with only 2 hours drive away from Bangkok, visitors can take a day tour to the floating market in the morning. Starts from 8 am until about 11 am. the Floating Market is crowded with hundreds of vendors and buyers floating in their small rowing boats selling and buying or exchanging their goods.
5. Shopping
Last but not least. Bangkok is a shopping paradise for shopaholics!
Ranging from street bargain shopping to high-class department stores. Bangkok has it all.
Bangkok Hotels
Khao San Bangkok Hotels
Chatuchak Market Bangkok Hotels
River Side Bangkok Hotels
Here are only some little guides on 5 things to do in Bangkok.
I am sure you will find more even much more than these 5 things once you experience Bangkok by yourself.
1. Visit Emerald Buddha and Grand Palace
If you come to Thailand for the first time, this is absolutely a MUST.
The Grand palace adjoins Wat Phra Kaew , where houses the famous Emerald Buddha.
Despite the proximity of the two, Wat Phra Kaew is built with splendid Thai architecture while The Grand Palace is a brilliant European-inspired place.
The visitors should wear properly. Female should not wear shorts , sandals and skirts.
2. Traditional Thai Massage
Traditional Thai massage might be a little too harsh for many people who are not used to it. But it worth a try to de-stress your body. Body and Foot massage is quite popular in Bangkok. There are so many massage spa around the town, ranging from low to high end spa.
3. Cinema
Did you know Thailand has been internationally recognized as having some of the best cinemas in the world? The seat and sound system is superb. The regular movie ticket costs around BHT120.- , while promo tickets can come down to only BHT60.- Isn't it interesting?
4. Floating market
The famous Dam Noen Saduak floating market is not too be missed. Although it is not in bangkok, but with only 2 hours drive away from Bangkok, visitors can take a day tour to the floating market in the morning. Starts from 8 am until about 11 am. the Floating Market is crowded with hundreds of vendors and buyers floating in their small rowing boats selling and buying or exchanging their goods.
5. Shopping
Last but not least. Bangkok is a shopping paradise for shopaholics!
Ranging from street bargain shopping to high-class department stores. Bangkok has it all.
Bangkok Hotels
Khao San Bangkok Hotels
Chatuchak Market Bangkok Hotels
River Side Bangkok Hotels
Useful information for tourists
Ministry of Tourism Aid Center: +66 (0) 2356-0720 / +66 (0) 2356-0729 / 1414
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: +66 (0) 2575-1023 / +66 (0) 2981-7225 / +66-88-022-1540 / +66-88-022-1541
ATTA (Association of Thai Travel Agents): +66 (0) 2134-4263
Tourism Authority of Thailand: +66 (0) 2652-8313-4
BTS skytrain Hotline: +66 (0) 2617-6000
BTS skytrain Tourist Information Centre: +66 (0) 2617-7340
Bug1133 (ask anything): 1133
Ministry of Tourism and Sports: 1414
TAT Call Centre: 1672
Tourist Police: 1155
General Insurance Association: 1356
Suvarnabhumi International Airport: +66 (0) 2132-1888
Suvarnabhumi International Airport flight inquiries: +66 (0) 2132-0000 / +66 (0) 2132-9328-9
Suvarnabhumi International Airport flight inquiries: +66 (0) 2132-0000 / +66 (0) 2132-9328-9
Don Mueang Airport: +66 (0) 2535-1669
Don Mueang Flight inquiries: +66 (0) 2535-1616
Don Mueang Flight inquiries: +66 (0) 2535-1616
Chiang Mai International Airport: +66 (0) 5392-2100 / +66 (0) 5392-2444
[ Airline phone numbers ]
Bangkok Airways Hot Line: +66 (0) 2265-8777 / 1771
Nok Air: +66 (0) 2627-2000
Air Asia: +66 (0) 2515-9999 / www.airasia.com
PB Air: +66 (0) 2261-0220-5 / www.pbair.com
Jetstar International: +66 (0) 2267-5125
Tiger Airways: +66 (0) 2649-9688 (Bangkok)
Thai Airways International (THAI): +66 (0) 2356-1111