Bangkok Hotels

As a booming, modern metropolis of 9 million people, Bangkok still manages to retain its unique Siamese heritage in the wonderful food, culture, exotic architecture, Buddhist tolerance and friendly Thai hospitality. The new "Skytrain" a symbol of Bangkok's rapid development provides not only a convenient way to get around the main areas, but also some great views over a capital in constant change.

Another park is DREAM WORLD - Bangkok's newest and largest amusement park. The most popular ride is the "Big Splash" water flume, supposedly the largest in the world. Dream World's rides are the most technologically advanced in the entertainment industry in Thailand, while its Dinotopia exhibit takes visitors back 150 million years to the Jurassic era when dinosaurs ruled the earth.

Chinese New Year takes place around the end of January or beginning of February, according to the moon. Bangkok’s China Town puts on a show of firecrackers, lion dancers parade, live music and loads of food stalls. Lanterns line the streets and the smell of incense wafts through the air.

Chatuchak Market is a huge market where you can literally buy just about anything, if you can find it in its massive maze of alleyways. Best on a quick trip or if you are stocking a store back home, it’s easy to spend an entire day here. To get there take the Skytrain to Mo Chit Station. Saturdays and Sundays only.

Bangkok’s new international airport, Suvarnabhumi (“Soo-wan-na-boom”) is located 30km east of downtown Bangkok. It is approximately a 45 to 60 minute drive from downtown Bangkok, depending on traffic.

Entry into Thailand requires a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry. If your passport will expire while in Thailand, be sure to obtain a new one before arriving or you may be refused entry.

Tourist Visas are available by applying at any Thai Embassy or Consulate before travelling. As visa regulations are in flux and can always change, it is wise to check with the nearest Thai Embassy in your home country or visit Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs web-site at: www.mfa.go.th/web/12.php  for current information.